What’s it all about?
Take a midday Brain Break! Taking a creative break in the middle of your work day will lift your spirits and re-invigorate your focus and concentration – it’s a bit like a computer refresh but for your mind!
So join us as we let out our inner child and play with paints! This session is about play, colour and exploration and is totally fun (and maybe even a little messy) introducing string painting!
What will we cover?
- Overview of various paints and their properties and different ways of using them
- Exploring unusual application methods and tools eg string!
What will you need?
- Paint – any ideally water-based paint eg; watercolour, acrylic, flow paint, even house paint!
- Paper – ideally 200gsm
- String – I like embroidery cotton myself but wool, cord or anything that will absorb water will do
- A couple of Brushes – whatever you have on hand to mix the paint
- Containers 2-3x – something small that can hold a small quantity of fairly fluid paint
- Table to work on & newspaper or cloth to protect it.
- Optional: apron and latex gloves?
Who will be teaching?
Marloes Bakker-Marsden is a self taught artist who has been exploring the world of art since childhood, she now teaches a variety of mediums at community centres, retirement communities and other locations, including in her own studio space, sharing her skills and passions with others in a light hearted and fun way that makes the experience totally enjoyable and rewarding for everyone involved. Find her on Instagram or her website.