Join me for a creative workshop online and discover a relaxed approach to painting that focuses on play and exploration. Using simple techniques, my aim is to demystify the painting process, giving you the confidence to find your own unique way of painting. You’ll be encouraged to trust in your feelings, noticing the things which inspire you, your favourite colours and the way you use your brush.
The workshops are a relaxed and supportive environment for you to explore your creativity. Maybe you want to try something new, reignite a passion for painting you had a long time ago, or try some new techniques. Perhaps you want to take time offline and make something with your hands. Painting truly is for everyone and you don’t need to have any special kind of talent or experience to find the joy in it!
Nurturing your creativity is a great way to switch off from your normal routine, and think about things in a different way. Spending a few hours focusing on shape, colour, and composition will help you to be in the moment and you might be surprised by how it can inspire a creative approach elsewhere – such as experimenting with your cooking or giving your lounge a fresh lick of paint.
New in person workshops for adults are coming for summer 2024. Sign up for updates using the contact form.
This workshop will give you a basic understanding of how to paint with watercolours. You’ll be shown how to work with pigments, and create a palette of beautiful, harmonious colours. You'll be shown how to make expressive marks to create flower paintings inspired by imagery provided. The workshop is about capturing the feeling of blossoms, rather than details, and enjoying the effects of watercolour to make colourful, expressive paintings.
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This workshop will give you a basic understanding of how to paint with watercolours. You’ll be shown how to work with pigments, and create a palette of beautiful, harmonious colours. You'll be shown how to make expressive marks to create flower paintings inspired by imagery provided. The workshop is about capturing the feeling of blossoms, rather than details, and enjoying the effects of watercolour to make colourful, expressive paintings.
This is an in-person workshop at the Tea and Crafting studio in Covent Garden, London.
You’ll learn:
- How to use artists techniques, taking your paintings to the next level
- Get your workspace and mindset ready for painting
- Keep the creative juices flowing, even when you’re not painting
- Light up your passion, and paint the things you love
We'll experiment with different ways of painting, and learn how to paint by playing. Each week we'll cover some essential artist techniques. Giving you a fantastic foundation for watercolour, and any other art making you'd like to explore.
This workshop will give you a basic understanding of how to paint with watercolours. You’ll be shown how to work with pigments, and create a palette of beautiful, harmonious colours. You'll be shown how to make expressive marks to create paintings inspired by autumn plants and fruit arranged on the table.
Tea and Crafting, London
Plants have been used for thousands of years to make pigments and papers. In this fascinating workshop, you'll learn how to make your own watercolour paints with plants, and use them to make expressive and colourful botanical paintings.
We'll be working with artist pigments, plant extracts and vegetable pulp, to create a wide range of colours. With these colours, you’ll be shown simple watercolour teachniques and easy ways to paint plants and leaves. This workshop is for all levels of experience, from beginner to advanced. It's a one day event including all materials, refreshments and lunch. There will also be time to wander around the beautiful gardens at your leisure.
Chelsea Physic Garden, London
selected reviews
Michelle is a patient and very knowledgeable teacher and I found her so encouraging and generous with her praise and guidance. She creates a warm and relaxing environment and the time flew by as we concentrated on colour mixing and learning the wonderful ways of watercolours. Made me want to go home and practice what I'd learned.
Marion
Michelle was a lovely teacher and the class was an excellent introduction to water colour painting. The pace was perfect for beginners and the activities were fun and engaging. I'd thoroughly recommend this class to anyone with an artistic interest.
Ben
Bought this for me and my mum for a new years prezzie. Absolutely wonderful and Michelle is incredibly knowledgeable and easy to get on with. Felt so relaxed and learnt so much. My mum enjoyed herself and it really ignited her passion for watercolour.
Parys