Japanese Painting Class

Learn the basics of Japanese Painting with Floating Art



2.5 hours

Class size 1 to 40 (public classes), 12 to 30

  £32 - £40 (price varies across dates)

Explore your creative side and learn new techniques with this rare and fun experience.
Learn from a local artist, who'll teach you how to paint using traditional materials in unique styles to capture some stunning imagery. You'll learn all about Japanese art movements like Ukiyo-e and Rinpa and you'll be painting onto either Rice Paper Boards, Rice Paper fans or Silk Fans. Feel free to pop us a message if you have a request.
This painting class is suitable for beginners as well as those with a little more artistic experience, so don't worry if it's your first time. Your teacher will be on hand to provide guidance and answer any questions you may have as you get busy creating your marvellous masterpiece.
Looking for a team-building activity to reward your colleagues after a smashed sales goal or a long week at the office? Book a private workshop and enjoy some quality time with your work family as you discover new passions for painting.
At the end of your art class, you'll get the chance to stand back and admire your beautiful Japanese painting as you compare it with the group. You'll head home with your completed piece and a new skill that's perfect to practice whenever you're looking to clear your head.

Upcoming dates for Japanese Painting Class

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 5 Oct 2026, 7:53pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

5 upcoming dates between 17 Oct 2026 and 6 Dec 2026.

  • Sat 17 Oct 2026, 2pm-4:30pm (92 Degrees Coffee, Quay St, Manchester • Japanese Painting & Matcha Latte's (Drink included) • £34)
  • Sun 1 Nov 2026, 1pm-3:30pm (House Of Social, 10 Sir Howard Bernstein Approach, Manchester M15 4ND • £32)
  • Sat 14 Nov 2026, 2pm-4:30pm (92 Degrees Coffee, Quay St, Manchester • Japanese Painting & Matcha Latte's (Drink included) • £34)
  • Sat 5 Dec 2026, 2pm-4:30pm (92 Degrees Coffee, Quay St, Manchester • Japanese Painting & Christmas Hot Chocolates (Drink included) • £34)
  • Sun 6 Dec 2026, 1pm-3:30pm (House Of Social, 10 Sir Howard Bernstein Approach, Manchester M15 4ND • £32)
What you'll get
Materials (all provided)
Sumi ink, Gansai Tambi 顔彩耽美 (Traditional Japanese colours), gold leaves, rice paper board or fan.
What you'll get:
  • All of the equipment and materials needed for your class.
  • Protective equipment such as aprons.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
  • Comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting a little paint on.
  • A carrying bag for take your artworks home.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Location varies by date; to see details.

  • 92 Degrees Coffee, Quay Street, Manchester
  • House Of Social, 10 Sir Howard Bernstein Approach, Manchester M15 4ND
  • House Of Social Manchester, Manchester

Your teacher can also travel within 200 miles of Manchester, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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  • 5/5 from Stephanie Aindow-Fogg, attended Sep 2026: Lovely teacher and high quality materials. Class was enjoyed by the whole hen party
  • 5/5 from Laura Bretherton, attended Sep 2026: Great class, really enjoyable afternoon. Excellent teacher
  • 5/5 from Yasmin Knowles, attended Aug 2026: Super fun Japanese painting class! Also great for beginner's and to meet new people fab teacher!
  • 5/5 from Nida Aslam, attended Aug 2026: Very enjoyable
  • 4/5 from Carole McCarthy, attended Aug 2026: Great teacher and assistant. Good equipment. A bit cramped for space but I like to spread out!
  • 5/5 from Holly Bick, attended May 2026: The class was wonderful, it had a structure but was also very flexible and super creative. Ula and Ryan were both so helpful and funny and chatty. Would definitely recommend for anyone!
  • 5/5 from Ashley, attended Apr 2026: Surprisingly really good! I'm not really a fan of painting and arts & crafts, but I went along for my wife. I actually really enjoyed it. The teacher was really friendly. Loads of helpful guides and stencils if needed. Easy to do well enough to look pretty good. Time flew by. Would highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Priya Shah Cooper, attended Apr 2026: Great class! Thank you for a very enjoyable afternoon!
  • 5/5 from Chris Griffiths, attended Mar 2026: Really interesting, absorbing and well run course. I can see a new hobby coming!!
  • 5/5 from John Gilliland, attended Dec 2025: Fab session I really enjoyed it Ula was a great host
  • 5/5 from Priti Shikotra, attended Dec 2025: Fantastic teacher & fantastic class! Lovely venue & relaxing. Total beginner here & loved it! Thanks so much will be back.
  • 5/5 from Sasha Vucetic-Farah, attended Oct 2025: we absolutely loved this!! the teacher was brilliant, so kind and generous. they provide you will good quality equipment to use too, so it was 1000% worth every penny! I will almost definitely do this again!
  • 5/5 from Nuala Maguire, attended Oct 2025: Really enjoyed this class, very relaxing and so proud of our artwork!
  • 5/5 from Julie Marriott, attended Sep 2025: I really enjoyed the Japanese Art workshop. Ula explained the techniques and materials very well. She also provided advice during the session, engaging well with the course attendees. I would highly recommend this class.
  • 5/5 from Caole Lobley, attended Aug 2025: It was very easy to buy this gift online. The class was excellent. All materials were provided and well organised. A very good demonstration was given by the teacher of the techniques and styles that could be used. Really liked the freedom to choose own subject for the painting. Help and advice available throughout the class. Would definitely consider using this teacher again maybe for a different art style.
  • 5/5 from Farah Khalid, attended Jul 2025: We went as a family experience which we really enjoyed with the grace of God. The teacher was very helpful and responsive and we all learnt some interesting and curious painting techniques. We are very grateful to her for accommodating us.
  • 5/5 from Danniella Nalukwago, attended Jun 2025: I did the Japanese painting of silk fan class. The teacher was lovely. She was clear, friendly and funny. She offered feedback and support in an accessible way that meant I left with a piece I was happy with but also encouraged creativity. The class was relaxing very chilled and quite mindful. A perfect Sunday afternoon activity.
  • 5/5 from Sarah Hooper, attended Jun 2025: Really enjoyed the Japanese painting class! Ula was great with all the tips and demonstrations of the different materials and tools we could use. There were plenty of reference images to use which I really appreciated as my drawing ability isn't the best! Very relaxed atmosphere and enjoyable way to spend an afternoon :)
  • 5/5 from Anastasiia Popova, attended Apr 2025: It’s an interesting experience. I love the guidance of the teacher and also I appreciate the context of the Japanese technique explained at the beginning. Really enjoyed the class
  • 5/5 from Suzanna Fairbairns, attended Mar 2025: Best art class in Manchester! Lovely materials and so well thought out by the teacher. The matcha was also the perfect pairing.
  • 5/5 from Iga Dorczynska, attended Mar 2025: Our teacher was extremely helpful and supportive! We painted flowers for spring, using watershading techniques. I liked the freedom we had on what and how we painted. Definitely would like to come again, thank you.
  • 5/5 from Christelle Elimort, attended Mar 2025: Great teacher and very enjoyable class. I liked it so much I purchased a kit to continue at home. It was very relaxing!
  • 5/5 from Sally Newall, attended Nov 2024: Loved the class, learned a lot and pleased with the end result, would definitely do another class
  • 5/5 from Jerry Goulet, attended Oct 2024: It was a really great experience, and I'm certainly no artist! But it was certainly the most difficult painting I have ever done, and great fun! The tutor was very good and friendly, and very accommodating and helping for me, being wheelchair bound.
  • 5/5 from Stefania Scuderi, attended Oct 2024: I was gifted a class with Floating art and picked the Japanese ink painting which ended up being Chinese ink painting, no issue there, I really enjoyed the session and learnt a few things. It is great to be able to go back home with something you created. The teacher was good and funny, thanks a lot for the lovely time
  • 5/5 from Megan Hailwood, attended Sep 2024: Lovely class, really enjoyed. Very therapeutic and some lovely resources. Extra words etc thanks x
  • 5/5 from Annsa Kausar Mehmood, attended Sep 2024: I learned a lot in the short time span, the teacher was very helpful and gave good pointers! All materials was provided and I made a good quality price of work that I'm proud of!
  • 5/5 from Konstantinos Gasteratos, attended Jul 2024: Ula was a fantastic instructor!!! That was my first time in this class. I'll be coming back!
  • 4/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Jul 2024: I just had the best time at a painting class! Even though it was my first time ever holding a brush, the instructor made it super beginner-friendly. She was there to help whenever I got stuck, and the whole experience was both relaxing and enjoyable.
  • 5/5 from Lauren Stavert, attended Mar 2024: Great class! Very chilled venue. Our teacher was very knowledgeable and supportive as we created our art. Definitely recommend
  • 4/5 from Maisha Rahman, attended Mar 2024: Ula was very friendly, good setting and very calm environment. Enjoyed myself and would recommend
  • 5/5 from Sarah Hall, attended Aug 2023: Amazing, supportive and patient…… what a brilliant way to spend an afternoon. The quality of all the resources and support wards first class! Ula took us through everything we need to know, demonstrated. And was available to spend time with all the attendees. Thank you for such a lovely afternoon!
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Floating Art
Floating Art

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Floating Art believes that everyone can be an artist and is dedicated to increasing the public's entry into the field. We have a selection of amazing classes that allow people of all skill levels to learn art in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. From east to west and ancient to contemporary, workshops cover a variety of different artists and art movements and focus on exploring different cultures and developing unique ideas through the conversation with one's inner-self.
​Classes are guided by Ula, a local artist with a bachelor degree in fine art and a masters in visual art. She has over 15 years of teaching experience.

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