Young Fauves Summer Art Course

Let your child paint with bold colours, rich history, and total creative freedom in London!



7 to 13 years     4 x 2 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests    

  £115 - £180 (£115 for Single child pass; £180 for Two child pass) (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Inspire your child's creativity with this 4-week art course in London for children aged 7–12. Hosted by an experienced art teacher at the historic location of Merton Abbey Mills, this exclusive 4-week course takes young artists on a vibrant journey through art history.
Designed for beginners and budding young artists alike, this small-group course is limited to just 10 children, ensuring plenty of individual guidance and support throughout.
What to expect:
  • Work at a personal mini easel using professional-quality art materials.
  • Week 1: Create a textured coastal artwork using oil pastels and watercolour resist techniques.
  • Week 2: Paint a bold acrylic landscape inspired by André Derain's mosaic brushstrokes.
  • Week 3: Design and decorate a canvas tote bag inspired by Henri Matisse's paper cut-outs.
  • Week 4: Create a botanical pattern inspired by William Morris using oil pastels and watercolour.
  • Learn techniques including colour theory, acrylic painting, mixed media, pattern design, and stencil work.
  • Receive individual guidance in a friendly, supportive environment.
By the end of the course, your child will have completed a collection of colourful artworks and a personalised canvas tote bag, while building confidence, developing new artistic skills, and gaining an introduction to art history through creative making.
What you'll get
  • A vibrant coastal mixed-media painting.
  • An André Derain-inspired mosaic acrylic canvas.
  • A custom, hand-painted Matisse-style tote bag.
  • An intricate William Morris botanical pattern.
Knowledge required
No prior art skills are required. Just bring a love for bright colours and a willingness to try something new.
What to bring
  • Clothes you don't mind getting a little bit messy!
  • A water bottle: please send your child with a spill-proof water bottle labelled with their name.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 4 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for

Suitable for kids from 7 to 13 years old.

Adult accompaniment is not required.

Location

The Gallery Art Studio - Unit 10, The Long Shop, Merton Abbey Mills, London SW19 2RD

Young Fauves Summer Art Course location
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Georgina Derby
Georgina Derby

female Women-owned

Hi, I'm Georgina Derby. I'm a qualified art teacher with years of experience teaching Art lessons. I founded The Fauve Palette to bring painting into social, inspiring spaces. I personally curate and lead every workshop. We take our name from the Fauves—the early 20th-century 'wild beast' painters like Henri Matisse who broke all the rules and embraced bold, unapologetic colour to paint for the pure joy of it. We are here to help you unlock your creativity, play with colour, and enjoy a creative social experience.
Painting is a form of active mindfulness - a chance to slow down, unplug and enjoy the creative process. There are no mistakes in our studio, only happy accidents. We hope you’ll leave our sessions not just with a finished canvas, but with an inspired mind and a recharged spirit.

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