Art Workshops for Nature Lovers: Botanical Printmaking
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Discover creativity inspired by the beauty of our natural world at these relaxing art workshops hosted by artist, lucie smith.
Whether you are completely new to art, an avid lover of nature, or simply looking for a peaceful and creative outlet, these workshops could be for you! Each workshop is designed in tune with the seasons, includes time outdoors exploring the beautiful surrounding gardens of Mayfield Park, and a creative activity with all materials included.
Enjoy step-by-step guidance in a calm, friendly setting while connecting with like-minded people and taking time to slow down and create.
You can either book workshops singularly (£25 each) or save with a block booking of all four workshops (£90). Spaces for all workshops are limited to twelve and advance booking is essential.
🌿 Workshops in the spring/summer series include:
- Botanical watercolour painting
- Pressed flower mixed media
- Botanical printmaking
- Painting with earth pigments
🌿 What's included in the workshops:
- All materials
- Guided tuition
- An artwork/series of experiments to take home
🌿 See the other workshop listings here:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/artworkshopswithlucie
🌿 Friday 24th July: Botanical Printmaking Workshop - what to expect:
- We'll meet at the garden centre and begin with an introduction.
- We'll head out to the surrounding gardens in Mayfield Park for a mindful walk and to gather inspiration. Bring a camera or phone with a camera to take photos of plants and botanicals that inspire you.
- When we arrive back at the garden centre, lucie will provide you with all of the materials you need and a demonstration for how to create prints using real flowers, leaves and more.
- You will leave with a series of botanical prints, ready to take home and frame.
🌿 About lucie:
lucie is a conceptual artist, educator and researcher based in Southampton. Through art she explores innate connections between the human condition and the landscape. She believes deeply in the healing power of nature, sharing stories and folk knowledge.
lucie is currently studying a Masters in Contemporary Art and Archaeology and has a BA (Hons) Degree in Fine Art.
lucie works with communities, organisations and individuals around Hampshire and regularly exhibits locally and further afield.
See lucie’s work and read more about her practice and experience here: luciesmithart.com.
Contact and connect with lucie - Instagram: @luciesmithart / @luciesmith_arttutor | Facebook: @luciesmithart / @luciesmitharttutor
Feel free to email lucie with any questions or queries: [email protected].
🌿 About Mayfield Garden Centre:
Mayfield Garden Centre is part of the Solent Mind Charity. They are a Garden Centre and Horticultural Wellbeing service that supports people in the local community with their mental health.
There is a lovely cafe on site offering drinks, cakes, lunches and afternoon tea.
All profits made from plant sales go back in their Wellbeing programmes, which includes gardening for dementia, a men's shed project and support for young people aged 16-25 with mental health needs.
🌿 Travel and accessibility information:
Public transport:
Mayfield Garden Centre is located just a couple of minutes walk away from Wrights Hill bus stop and the Bluestar services 7 and 15 stop here. Sholing Train station is also around 10 minutes walk away.
Parking:
If you are driving, there are some parking spaces right outside the gates, including one disabled space. There is also free parking available down by the bowling club and in the overflow area next to it by the trees, as well as Mayfield Park Car Park located slightly further down Weston Lane. You can also park on the road along Weston Lane where available.
Accessibility:
Mayfield Garden Centre is fully accessible with step-free access. The workshop table is situated close to the cafe and toilets.
Whether you are completely new to art, an avid lover of nature, or simply looking for a peaceful and creative outlet, these workshops could be for you! Each workshop is designed in tune with the seasons, includes time outdoors exploring the beautiful surrounding gardens of Mayfield Park, and a creative activity with all materials included.
Enjoy step-by-step guidance in a calm, friendly setting while connecting with like-minded people and taking time to slow down and create.
You can either book workshops singularly (£25 each) or save with a block booking of all four workshops (£90). Spaces for all workshops are limited to twelve and advance booking is essential.
🌿 Workshops in the spring/summer series include:
- Botanical watercolour painting
- Pressed flower mixed media
- Botanical printmaking
- Painting with earth pigments
🌿 What's included in the workshops:
- All materials
- Guided tuition
- An artwork/series of experiments to take home
🌿 See the other workshop listings here:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/artworkshopswithlucie
🌿 Friday 24th July: Botanical Printmaking Workshop - what to expect:
- We'll meet at the garden centre and begin with an introduction.
- We'll head out to the surrounding gardens in Mayfield Park for a mindful walk and to gather inspiration. Bring a camera or phone with a camera to take photos of plants and botanicals that inspire you.
- When we arrive back at the garden centre, lucie will provide you with all of the materials you need and a demonstration for how to create prints using real flowers, leaves and more.
- You will leave with a series of botanical prints, ready to take home and frame.
🌿 About lucie:
lucie is a conceptual artist, educator and researcher based in Southampton. Through art she explores innate connections between the human condition and the landscape. She believes deeply in the healing power of nature, sharing stories and folk knowledge.
lucie is currently studying a Masters in Contemporary Art and Archaeology and has a BA (Hons) Degree in Fine Art.
lucie works with communities, organisations and individuals around Hampshire and regularly exhibits locally and further afield.
See lucie’s work and read more about her practice and experience here: luciesmithart.com.
Contact and connect with lucie - Instagram: @luciesmithart / @luciesmith_arttutor | Facebook: @luciesmithart / @luciesmitharttutor
Feel free to email lucie with any questions or queries: [email protected].
🌿 About Mayfield Garden Centre:
Mayfield Garden Centre is part of the Solent Mind Charity. They are a Garden Centre and Horticultural Wellbeing service that supports people in the local community with their mental health.
There is a lovely cafe on site offering drinks, cakes, lunches and afternoon tea.
All profits made from plant sales go back in their Wellbeing programmes, which includes gardening for dementia, a men's shed project and support for young people aged 16-25 with mental health needs.
🌿 Travel and accessibility information:
Public transport:
Mayfield Garden Centre is located just a couple of minutes walk away from Wrights Hill bus stop and the Bluestar services 7 and 15 stop here. Sholing Train station is also around 10 minutes walk away.
Parking:
If you are driving, there are some parking spaces right outside the gates, including one disabled space. There is also free parking available down by the bowling club and in the overflow area next to it by the trees, as well as Mayfield Park Car Park located slightly further down Weston Lane. You can also park on the road along Weston Lane where available.
Accessibility:
Mayfield Garden Centre is fully accessible with step-free access. The workshop table is situated close to the cafe and toilets.
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