I’m Steph and I’m a full time artist who rediscovered art after suffering from PTSD at work and its ability to switch off that noise in your brain and transport you to a calm and meditative space and now I’d love to share its benefits with you!

As a qualified person centred counsellor I appreciate the therapeutic benefits that igniting your creativity can bring and I work in a way that allows you to discover something new about yourself and perhaps even be surprised by the beauty you can create from nothing!

In this 2 hour workshop you will be introduced to various alcohol ink techniques

 You will explore, experiment and play with blending fluid colours whilst enjoying its meditative like benefits.
This workshop requires zero experience and is fun and relaxed. It’s suitable for those looking to learn alcohol ink painting techniques, whether they deem themselves to be a seasoned creator or haven’t touched a paintbrush since school!

 

What to expect?

You’ll have the opportunity to not want to look at your phone for a whole two hours in a calming, inspiring setting by the canal and socialise with like minded people, whilst discovering & reigniting your creative side and having several beautiful pieces of art to take home with you

What will you learn?

• Learn what makes Alcohol Ink different from traditional paint mediums.
• Explore how to apply ink to the synthetic paper.
• Experiment to achieve a range of different effects including using metallics to add a shimmer to your art.
• Learn how to revive dry ink.
• Confidently explore colour and learn colour palettes and combinations.
• Create your own masterpiece to decorate your room.

What’s included?

All materials required (synthetic paper, alcohol inks, diluting alcohol and all tools, disposable apron and gloves) will be provided, as well as the pleasure of spending time within a fun and creative environment.

To ensure you can safely transport your completed masterpiece home, please bring along a bag or file of A2 size.

Please note that due to using Isopropyl this workshop is not advised to be suitable for pregnant women or children.