Course details
A playful and process-led workshop exploring the possibilities of mixed media painting through drawing, composition and mark-making.
In this workshop we will be using real-life floral forms as a springboard to explore shape, structure and composition. Through guided drawing exercises, you’ll develop studies that will form the foundation of your painting.
We will look at how to take those drawings and develop them into structured, personal compositions, moving beyond direct representation and into expressive interpretation. Along the way, you’ll be encouraged to experiment freely with a range of materials including acrylic paints, coloured pencils, crayons, chalks, and collage.
This workshop is designed to open up your creative process and help you discover the range of marks, textures, and effects achievable when combining different media.
Please note: This is an adult workshop, however we would welcome children aged 14 or over, if accompanied by a paying adult. This is the case as we cannot guarantee that all our tutors have been DBS checked.
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What to Bring
No need to bring a thing, all materials will be supplied.
Timings and Breaks
The workshop will run from 10am until 4pm. Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time so you can check in at reception and get settled in. We will serve tea and coffee at break times throughout the day.
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