Abstract Painting to De-Stress and Improve Your Skills (In-Person Workshop)

This workshop gives you the opportunity to learn how to paint abstraction, carve time out for yourself to de-stress, learn something new about creativity and who you are, learn some new perspectives and gently and with fun, push your creative comfort zones.

This Abstract Painting Workshop is for all ability levels and expertise. This unique and radically different workshop is a great opportunity to embrace creativity, rekindle creativity or start from scratch with your creative journey, all are welcome!

This is a monthly Workshop where the content changes from week to week, this doesn't impact you if you are a completely new starter or regular, as both stages are catered for.

It will be taking place at The Tin Community Space, The Tin Music and Arts | Units 1 - 4, The Canal Basin, CV1 4LY.

This is a paid-for workshop, there are Early Bird Offers so make sure you grab your ticket before they are gone.

Follow the event link to get your tickets and guarantee your place. >>CHOOSE THE DATE AND GET YOUR TICKET HERE<< to purchase your ticket.

#### IN THIS UNIQUE EVENT YOU WILL...

• Have fun and walk away with your own abstract artwork
• Learn creative techniques such as painting techniques and composition rules and experiment with unusual materials
• Focus on imperfection and creating for the sake of it, not focusing on perfection
• Engage with like-minded people
• Destress and relax!

#### WHAT WILL HAPPEN IN THIS SESSION?
Session Objective - The main objective of the session is for you to destress and create some personal artwork for you. You will be able to understand basic composition and colour theories and the effect of your work on the viewer.

Part One - How - learn abstract painting techniques, composition rules, colour theory and creativity tips and tricks.
Part Two - Create and Destress - give it a go allowing you to create what you want, destress and have fun!
Part Three - Review - how did everyone get on? How did it make you feel? How does your work affect people in the group?

#### WHAT DO YOU NEED TO TAKE PART?
I provide all the main Painting Supplies, paint, paper, painting boards, masking tape and some painting utensils which will be a solid foundation for you to get started. If it’s your first time, just come along, and we will take care of you. Just make sure you bring an open mind, messy clothes and shoes.

As you build up your confidence through the sessions you may want to bring other Bonus Supply items with you if you want, such as what is listed below, but it is not essential.

Bonus supplies, these are not necessary but if you would like to experiment these are suggested:

• Mess protection - A dust sheet - plastic or fabric (an old double duvet cover can work well)
• Whatever you want to create on? - Wooden panels, card, canvas boards or canvasses (whatever you prefer to paint on)
• Something to mix paints on - A palette pad, plate or something sturdy and water-resistant you can use as a palette
• Colours to use - Your favourite-coloured acrylic paints, watercolours or non-toxic artist materials
• Anything you want to paint with or prep with - Masking tape, brushes and palette knives; whatever you prefer to paint with, you may also want to experiment with geometric shapes, so rulers, compasses, string and un-usual bits and bobs can make for an interesting play/experimentation experience. I use plastic cutlery, straws, sponges, and whatever I think will create interesting marks.

### WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO SOMEONE THINKING ABOUT JOINING THIS SESSION?

• “Do it! Depending on who you are, it may take some time to adjust your mindset to a more "abstract" way of thinking, but it's a journey into yourself and your perceptions. You don't need to be "creative" or think you’re creative, as the workshop extracts so much. There's no judgment; it's playing and definitely worth it!” Michelle
• “Definitely, a worthwhile experience, even if painting isn't your thing. There's some things that can help change your approach to things.” Luke
• “It's very cathartic, and you'll get out what you put in. At the very least, you'll make new friends.” Trevor
• “Give yourself time and space to grow and push your boundaries in a safe space.” Sophie
• “JFDI .. you will learn things about yourself.” Rishi
• “Do it. It's a great way to spend a Saturday” Jade
• “It's very cathartic, and you should join.” Tabitha

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