Workshops

"Creativity is contagious, pass it on"
Albert Einstein

Our workshops are ideal for local events and schools. We encourage children to express their creativity in a fun and relaxed atmosphere and at their own pace. We can provide tailor made packages to suit your needs and to fit in with any themes required.

This summer we ran workshops in mandala designing, colouring in / doodle sessions and mixed medium designs. More workshop themes will be added to the list in due course.

Mandala Designing

A mandala is a circular figure representing the universe in Hindu and Buddhist symbolism. We run through the step by step process of how to create a simple mandala design, encouraging the children to express their own creativity in creating a unique design that brings out their inner artist. The process of mandala designing is incredibly therapeutic and has proven to be a very calming and enjoyable activity for all ages and levels of ability.

Suncatcher Making

We will run through the process of creating some simple mandala designs which you can then transfer to a sun catcher to decorate.

Colouring in and Doodle Workshops

Our coloring in and doodle workshops are another light hearted way of encouraging creativity. We understand that not everyone feels confident when it comes to drawing and want to break away from the stigma of you having to be a good "artist" to express yourself creatively. We give the option of either colouring in one of our many designs created for mindfulness or let you create your own design, ensuring that all abilities can enjoy the experience.

We can also teach you some simple character designs to get you started with your own creation, using our step by step drawing sheets.

Zentangle Workshops

The Zentangle method is another fantastic way of exploring mindful art. It is an easy to learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images.

Studys prove that it increases focus and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction along with an increased sense of well being.

Zentangles are created by using a series of repeating patterns. We will go through some of the most commonly used patterns and shapes to create the designs, but we encourage you to explore you own creativity and make up the patterns that feel right for you. You can work with simple black and white patterns or you could be creative and add colour, the beauty of this art form is that there is no right or wrong way of creating them, you just let your hand and pen do the work to fill in the blank spaces on the paper.

Create an Animania Character

I am also available for school author / illustrator visits to read the children my book Animania. This book is an animal alphabet book with a twist... the twist being that these are not your usual animals! The books is all done in rhyme and utterly ridiculous. Guaranteed to be a fun and lighthearted experience.

After I have read the book I then play the popular Animania game which encourages the children to help me create a new Animania character by mixing animals up. We will name our character, discuss their unique characteristics, the sillier the better and then I shall draw a quick sketch of our character for them. To top the workshop off there is a competition at the end where they can win a signed copy of the book, a cuddly mouse and some colouring sheets by designing their own Animania character.