Mixed Media Painting Workshops

 

When playing and creativity become one………

Mixed Media Painting is one of life’s most rewarding creative experiences.

Mixed media painting workshops offer participants a dynamic and innovative approach to artistic expression by combining various art materials and techniques. These workshops provide a platform for enthuesists of all skill levels to explore their creativity in a supportive and collaborative environment. Participants are encouraged to experiment with a diverse range of media, such as acrylics, water colours, transparent and textured papers and and unconventional materials, allowing them to break free from traditional artistic boundaries.

One of the key advantages of mixed media painting workshops is the freedom they offer in terms of self-expression. Artists can blend different textures, colors, and forms to create unique and visually striking compositions. This interdisciplinary approach fosters a sense of experimentation, pushing participants to think beyond the constraints of a single medium. It encourages a mindset of exploration and discovery, making the creative process not just about the final product, but also about the journey of artistic exploration.

 

In these workshops you will be shown various techniques, offering tips and insights into effective combinations of materials and colours. These sessions may include demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and group discussions, creating a collaborative learning atmosphere where you can share ideas and learn from one another. This sense of community fosters a supportive network and encourages participants to push their creative boundaries.

Mixed media painting workshops are not only about technical skills but also about fostering a deeper connection between the artist and their work. Participants often discover new ways to express emotions, tell stories, or convey abstract concepts through the combination of different elements. Overall, these workshops provide a rich and immersive experience that empowers artists to explore their creativity, experiment with diverse materials, and connect with a broader artistic community.

What to expect:

Workshops run for two days and include a delicious morning tea on both days, all dietary needs are catered for.

Over this time you will learn two different mixed media techniques while creating artworks on two canvas boards, one style on each board.

The two days allows the various pieces that need to be glued between colour washes to dry and colour washes on second board to also dry before pen and ink or Posca Pen details.

What you need to bring:

  • Apron and old clothes / keep cup with lid/ water bottle

  • Your lunch or we can organise a delicious lunch box option.

  • medium size round brushes of various sizes and two old brushes one that you can use with glue and one for shellac.

  • Plastic plates or bowls to use as palettes ( from St Vinnies etc)

  • Large plastic table cloth/ about 6 rags

  • Two plastic place mats or a sheet of perspex ( from St Vinnies etc)

  • Hairdryer if you have one and short extension cord.

  • Two white Posca Pens - bullet shaped . One PC 3 (0.9-1.3mm size) and one PC-5m (1.8-2.5mm )These are available from Office Works. You are also welcome to purchase other colours in these sizes if you would like to play more with the intricate deign detail on artwork #2.

  • If you have any white or coloured tissue paper, rice papers or light weight papers, bring them along to add into what I have to choose from.

  • If you also wish to create a particluar size art work in this size just bring your canvas board along and you can create this work alongside your other smaller art works.

I will provide the following for the workshop;

  • Two canvas boards approx 60x40cm. These two boards can be framed when artwork is complete. These two sizes allow you to create a good size artwork to learn each of the two techniques and have time to finish them by the end of the second day.

  • Adhesives, shellac, paints, drawing papers, charcoal, Palette knives, scissors, waxed paper, glad wrap, binder medium, oil pastels, step by step details on techniques and have stencil templates and line drawing samples for Posca Pen detailing.

  • Delicious morning tea, catering to all dietary requirements and we are also happy to create delicious lunch box options for those who would like to pre order, rather than bring their own or purchase from the local shop. There will be tea and coffee and biscuits available throughout the day when ever you need a little break.

  • COST $265 per person

  • Organise a group of five of more for one workshop discount of $15pp. If you wish to organise a group booking of up to 6, please contact Francessca through email to arrange discounted price.

    Any further enquires please email Francessca