Botanical Break Out - Mixed Media Free Flow
Next Date: TBC or request a date for your group of 2 - 8
DESCRIPTION:
This is a fun, short (3 hours) , creative, mixed media session. Suited to those wanting to loosen up, or those just beginning a creative journey and looking for a confidence building introduction to new techniques and materials.
We will work with a variety of mediums including - watercolour, acrylic, collage, ink and a variety of specialist papers. We will create a finished and framed and ready to hang image using your own unique choice of shapes and colours.
You also have the option to select your own colour palette and work with different shapes inspired by different kinds of plants.
THIS IS FOR YOU IF...
...You have no prior art skills.
This workshop is designed for those who are 'raw beginners' and for those who are looking to add to their skill set and to learn a little about how to create a dynamic design or image and the principals involved.
...You want to enjoy some time with a group of like minded people and the working studio space of and experienced and established local artist.
WHAT WE DO: Everyones finished image will be unique and a result of your own touch and your own response and choice of materials.
First we will experiment with the materials to loosen up - then we will bring our experiments together using a unique approach of free hand mark making, collage and mixed media, composition techniques.
There is no 'wrong way' to do this - and Fi is here to assist you resolve your panel.
WHAT WE WILL LEARN:
You can just follow along or dive a little deeper and learn about the key principals that will help move your creative skills forward.
Fi will cover topics related to:
Composition and balance. - how to 'fix' it if it feels wrong.
Materials and their nature and the order of application - how to know what goes first and how to back track using different materials so you don't end up with a mess
Design do's and don'ts - How to create a dynamic and interesting image.
GROUP SIZE: This session is perfect for small groups of family or friends so we encourage you to suggest a date that suits your small group of 2 or more.
Single participants are very welcome to join existing groups which have space. Groups for this session are no larger than 8 people.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BRING:
Nothing to bring - Just your own water bottle and lunch if you would like to stay on at the end to enjoy the studio and chat.
We aim to finish on time This project is completed in the time allocated because we have streamlined parts of the process and organised your materials in advance.
INCLUSIONS:
Small group, 3 hour workshop. All the artist quality materials you will need, use of an apron and framing up at the end into a frame with cut mount board. Morning tea, tea and coffee.
TARRIFF:
$195 (booking discounts of $10 on each ticket if you book for 2 or more)
Reviews:
Fi has been creating and facilitating her own workshops based on her art work for over ten years - she is well known for her welcoming and down to earth enthusiasm and her genuine love of sharing and connecting - with creatives and non creatives alike
" I really didn't think I could do this but Fi has thought of everything and is there close at hand if you get stuck - this is the third workshop I've done with Fi and I can reassure you that she designs projects that are really unique and very achievable - and you do learn a lot, so you can do this on your own again and again - everyone is really proud at the end and yes - slightly disbelieving that they created this themselves !" Jenny P.
WHY :
Developing our creativity is really good for us ! So many of us have seen the benefits of using art to find relaxation, retreat and to develop a form of self expression... but sometimes the hardest part is finding the time to do this.
Fi is all about teaching processes that are accessible and practical. They purposefully have no measurable 'rights' or wrongs - it means we can just take the pressure off ourselves and play again. Fi has a strong background in developing creative confidence in others - working in a space that harnesses her students natural skills and instincts and helps develop them into new ones.
Her workshops are typically joyful and high spirited and she is always ready to accomodate those who might feel nervous, with sensitivity and reassurance.
BOOK IN ADVANCE:
Try to give us 2 weeks notice.
Cancellation policy: Due to small group logistics/ advance preparation and limited resources we have strict cancellation policies-
We appreciate your understanding.
$50 admin fee for late cancellations / less than 7 days prior to date. Sorry no refund for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance.
Please do not attend if you are unwell.
Masks may be requested to be worn depending on current health advice.
Please respect this request.
If Toot Studio needs to cancel a full refund and a complimentary gift voucher will be received.
Fi's workshops are designed to be accessible for participants of various abilities and levels of experience.
If you have 4 people that would like to attend you can select a date to suit you. We usually need 2 - 4 weeks advance booking. If a date already exists, you are welcome to join the group if there is space available. If you would like to hear about workshop availability please join our mailing list and keep an eye out on social media channels.
For larger groups or groups in special locations, Fi is happy to design a workshop for your group, this might be suited to a theme or personal ability. Yes we can travel to you. Price on application.
Fi's art experiences are designed to give you a positive and confidence building outcome while introducing you to techniques that you will be able to continue to work with independently. Everything is included unless otherwise stated - no expensive materials lists or purchases to make. They are known for being low stress, joyful occasions and a great way to spend time with a group of friends or family.
We offer workshops for groups of 4 to 8 people at Toot Studio in Margaret River, or 16 people in larger spaces. The number of participants may affect the duration of the workshop. Larger school group sessions will require additional studio assistants to be present (class teachers).