SELF-EXPloratION PORTRAIT, PAINTING & mixed MEDIA ART WORKSHOPS

Self-Exploration Mixed Media Workshop

In the Self-Exploration Mixed Media Workshop, you will explore basic art-making techniques at your own pace. Unconventional mixed media will be used in these workshops in combination with acrylic and water-based paint and drawing materials, such as charcoal, pencil, ink and graphite. In this workshop, De Wet guides participants through a series of mixed media exercises which culminate in the creation of a mixed media artwork using a combination of the materials explored. In so doing, participants learn, share and create together, gently pushing the boundaries and awakening their inner creative worlds.

Self-Exploration Portrait Painting Workshop

In the Self-Exploration Portrait Painting Workshop, De Wet guides participants through a series of self-portrait exercises that investigate the external presentation of the internal Self.

Self-Exploration Painting Workshop

The Self-Exploration Painting Workshop encourages free, open-minded, expressionistic exploration of different painting techniques on canvas that push the boundaries of how participants understand painting. The combination of thick, opaque, bold paint, layering and sensitive brushstrokes is a subtle yet mindful approach to contemporary art making. This workshop will investigate an array of methods by which to apply paint to a surface, including using various brush sizes, application tools and spray bottles with water-based (acrylic) paint. The workshop will culminate in the production of an abstract work that incorporates some recognizable images or objects.

Drawing Workshop

In this workshop, De Wet shares different drawing techniques for both inexperienced and experienced workshop participants. By using a broad range of hard and soft pencils and graphite, as well as erasers and pencil shavings as drawing tools, the workshop teaches participants how to create evocative yet sensitive works. This is best achieved by exploring and letting go of the preconceived idea that one has to create a masterpiece. The aim of this workshop is to explore different techniques and produce an artwork by means of a series of guided exercises in a safe environment in which there is no right or wrong way to draw.

Creative Stitching Workshop

A creative exploration of unconventional stitching, using unusual materials such as gauzes, fabrics, plastic, threads and found materials.

Self-Exploration Creative Awakening Workshop

Exploring basic art techniques and a possible creative awakening through a variety of media with the emphasis on developing art making skills at your own pace. Acrylic and water based paint and drawing materials such as crayon, pencil, ink, graphite and many other experimental and unconventional mixed media.

WORKSHOPS

Time: 10:00 - 16:00.

Duration: 6 hours including two tea and cake breaks.

Venue: Studio - Mowbray, Cape Town.

Workshop Fee: R600.00 - excludes materials. This fee applies to workshops in 2024.

Private Workshop Fee: R325.00 per hour. This fee applies to workshops in 2024.

Booking: To book, contact Natasja at art@natasjadewet.com. The workshops are by appointment only.

Deposit: 70% deposit to secure your place. Please note that deposits are non-refundable. A minimum of four participants.

Please deposit the balance of your workshop fee 48 hours before the workshop (account details provided upon booking) and email proof of payment with your name as reference.

For more information, contact Natasja at art@natasjadewet.com or here

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