Wild and Whimsical – Summer of Culture 2026

DATE: Tuesday 4th – Thursday 6th August

TIMES: 10am – 4pm

Description:

Across three days, participants will explore how to create large-scale blooming floral artworks through design, painting, drawing, floral styling and mixed media techniques. Using collage, painting and layered mixed media processes, the workshop encourages experimentation with colour, texture and composition while developing expressive abstract floral imagery inspired by observational references and creative play.

Building on techniques introduced throughout the course, participants will combine drawing, collage and paint to develop a final abstract floral artwork in a supportive studio environment. The workshop encourages intuitive making, personal interpretation and confidence in working across mixed media processes.

Materials Provided:

All materials provided.

Tutor Bio:

Nicolene Grigg is a creative tutor and mixed media artist with over 20 years’ experience teaching children and adults. Drawing on her background in textile design and making for fashion and interiors, her practice combines collage, intuitive processes and experimental mixed media techniques to explore creativity through play, material and personal expression.

Alongside her teaching, Nicolene continues to develop her own studio practice, creating and exhibiting work across a range of disciplines. Her workshops encourage participants to experiment freely, develop confidence and connect with their own creative voice in a supportive and non-judgemental environment. Through making, she aims to foster curiosity, creative flow and enjoyment beyond the pressures of perfection or comparison.

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