Alcohol Ink Painting Workshop

Join this workshop to learn the basics of alcohol ink art.



2 hours Class size 1 to 4 guests    

  £45 - £50 (Earlybird price of £45 applies if you book into a public session 21+ days ahead)

Join us for a two-hour, beginner-friendly workshop where you'll learn the basics of alcohol ink art. At the Yoga and Wellness rooms in Shoreham-by-Sea, I will guide you through the process of creating stunning pieces of abstract art using alcohol ink.
Alcohol ink is a vibrant, fast drying, dye-based ink. It works on variety of surfaces but works particularly well on synthetic papers. Alcohol ink is ideal for creating abstract images, as the drying of the ink can be controlled with heat and the delicate blowing of air across the surface.
Working with alcohol ink is a therapeutic and relaxing experience that allows you to express your creativity. The process is freeform and unpredictable, which means that patterns and imperfections will emerge as you work. However, these imperfections often lead to the creation of stunning and unique art pieces, making the process even more rewarding.
This workshop is limited to 4 people so you will have plenty of one to one time with me during the sessions.
All necessary tools and materials will be provided for the duration of the session. With the skills and knowledge you'll gain, you'll be able to continue creating your own pieces at home.
Please note: I can accommodate up to 4 people at my workshop. There are two cats at my workshop. They are shy but may pop in during the sessions. Please let me know if you want me to keep them out of the rooms. Alternatively, I can travel to your house/venue.
-If you cannot make the date-----
If you want to do this with your friends, you can arrange a date on "Private Alcohol Ink workshop".
You can add yourself on the waitlist. It would be helpful if you mention when is usually a good time for you. (eg, Saturday evenings)

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Save £5 per guest, when you book 21+ days before a session

Upcoming dates for Alcohol Ink Painting Workshop

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 4 Oct 2026, 12:06am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

4 upcoming dates between 15 Oct 2026 and 21 Nov 2026.

  • Thu 15 Oct 2026, 1pm-3pm, £50 per person
  • Sat 17 Oct 2026, 2pm-4pm, £50 per person
  • Thu 19 Nov 2026, 1pm-3pm, £45 per person (early-bird)
  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 2pm-4pm, £45 per person (early-bird)
What you'll get
All the materials needed and you'll take home a completed artwork.
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Knowledge required
Beginner friendly
What to bring
It is optional but it may be helpful to have something to cover your clothes like an apron.
Location

Shoreham-by-Sea

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  • 4/5 from Rachel Slaughter, attended Sep 2026: What a lovely way to spend an afternoon. The workshop was held in Chihiro‘s home, and the atmosphere was so calm and relaxing from the moment we arrived. Learning the alcohol ink techniques was fascinating, and it was wonderful to try something completely new. My partner and I became so absorbed in creating our pieces that we hardly spoke for most of the session – time absolutely flew by! It felt incredibly mindful and therapeutic, a rare chance to switch off from everyday life and focus purely on being creative. The guidance was excellent, and we both came away with artwork we were genuinely proud of. A truly enjoyable experience that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing and inspiring creative workshop.
  • 5/5 from Ella Rainford, attended Jun 2026: Chihiro was great, very welcoming and friendly. The class was really interesting as we had never done anything with alcohol paints before, but she took us through a few techniques and we created some really fun pieces by the end of the class
  • 5/5 from Frances Griffin, attended Feb 2026: Everything was perfect. The time went so fast. Chihiro is a great teacher and a beautiful soul. She made it so easy to achieve pleasing results
  • 5/5 from Amy Rogerson, attended Feb 2026: I really enjoyed this class. Chihiro is a warm, friendly, patient teacher and I loved the freedom we had to explore something new. Two hours flew by!
  • 5/5 from Uta Brookes, attended Oct 2025: Chihiro was lovely and alcohol ink is absolutely mesmerising! Two hours flew by and we are definitely hooked :)
  • 5/5 from Andrea Norris, attended Mar 2024: I took my mum for a Mother’s Day treat. We both thoroughly enyourd the class. The teacher was warm and welcoming, organised and well equipped.
  • 5/5 from Sarah Derry, attended Mar 2024: A really relaxing afternoon doing the Alcohol Ink class. Chihiro is very talented and a great teacher. Thank you we will definitely be back
  • 5/5 from Annette Barnard, attended Dec 2023: The class was great. Well taught and Chihiro was so welcoming and had thought of everything to make the evening that bit special. Loved doing alcohol inks it was so relaxing and fun. Will definitely see what other clases Chihiro has on offer in the future.
  • 5/5 from Juliana, attended Nov 2023: It is such an amazing experience! I got it from my boyfriend, and I absolutely loved it, super colorful, soothing and satisfying to do. Nice environment and a beautiful souvenir at the end of it
  • 5/5 from Judy Sweeney, attended Nov 2023: The workshop was great. Chihiro was very knowledgeable and showed us some lovely techniques in a calm and unhurried way. It was very relaxing and I've just booked another class with her.
  • 5/5 from Mrs Saunders, attended Aug 2023: Chihiro was very helpful, patient and explained everything clearly. She made our session so good we didn't want it to end. We came away with knowledge, some really lovely masterpieces and some ideas to further our new hobbies. The room was very cosy and biscuits, tea or coffee were very welcome. This class is wonderful and something different from the usual classes on offer. Her sample work shows she is extremely talented as an artist in her own right, so it is lovely that she is so willing to pass on her own experience to others. I would highly recommend this class to my friends and family. Thank you sooo much Chihiro
  • 5/5 from Kat Kenward, attended Jun 2023: Chihiro was wonderful! She was so friendly, helpful and accommodating. The session was great fun and we left with some beautiful artwork. I would highly recommend this class!
Your teacher

Chihiro Doidge
Chihiro Doidge

4.9 (30)

My name is Chihiro, and I'm a Japanese artist specializing in alcohol ink art and line drawing. In addition to my creative pursuits, I'm also a mother of three children (and two cats) and a volunteer worker. What started as a hobby has evolved into a passion for me, especially as I discovered the therapeutic benefits of art-making amidst the busyness and stress of everyday life.

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