Fauve Leaves and Neon Tropics Painting Workshop

Paint your own hyper-vibrant summer botanicals and glowing tropical birds on a canvas board!



2 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests    

  £30 - £35 (£35 per guest when you book for 1 guest, £30/guest for 2+ guests) (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Colour rules? Never heard of them. Step into a world of vibrant colour and expressive brushwork, and leave with a stunning piece of art to brighten up your space. Inspired by the wild, rule-breaking palette of the Fauves, this Fauve Leaves & Neon Tropics workshop is all about maximum vibrancy – think glowing tropical birds, electric greens and blazing pinks, painted straight onto canvas.
No drawing experience? No problem. This class is all about expressive brushstrokes and high-saturation acrylics, building a piece that pops off the wall rather than technical precision. It's part of the 4-week Summer Adult series, The Fauve Palette – you're welcome to book this session as a standalone workshop or join the whole series, with a brand-new project each week.
Designed specifically for beginners after real creative confidence, this is the ultimate upgrade if you love the social buzz of a standard sip and paint.
It's a relaxed creative night out, perfect for locals looking for something a little different across South London, Wimbledon, Colliers Wood and the surrounding areas.
Please note:
  • Book for two (bestie or date) and save 15% on your total automatically
  • Numbers are limited to 10 people for a premium, small-group environment
What you'll get
  • A high-saturation tropical bird painting on a canvas board.
  • Premium materials provided.
  • Exclusive reference materials.
  • Full use of a private workstation with everything you need!
  • A curated selection of complimentary, art-safe nibbles to keep your creative energy high.
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Knowledge required
Absolutely none! This series is deliberately designed with beginners in mind.
What to bring
  • Your own drinks if you like!
  • Wear clothes you don't mind getting messy.
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 or gift for couples.

Location

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

This venue is within walking distance from Colliers Wood tube station (700m).

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The Fauve Palette
The Fauve Palette

4.8 (5)
female Women-owned

Hi, I'm Georgina Derby. I'm a qualified art teacher with years of experience teaching Art lessons. From a young age, I loved the joy of painting. But as I got older, I found it difficult to stay motivated to continue, and that work and online distractions were taking over my time. I've taught Art at a range of secondary schools in London and Twickenham. However, I still felt like I was missing out.
I wanted to create a relaxed social experience for people to connect with other locals. I founded The Fauve Palette to bring painting into social, inspiring spaces. I want to share the joys of a creative life, how it can transform your mind, allowing you to switch off from work, and bring you back to the present moment. As I've gotten older, daily opportunities to interact with the world around us feel more and more confined to a screen. I'm hoping that, like me you'll love the chance to meet new people and find a new creative hobby.
I personally curate and lead every workshop. All of the painting themes relate to a creative reset, painting stunning scenes inspired by the beauty of the natural world. Taking the 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.
I've designed each workshop to enable painters of all skill levels to unlock their creativity, playing with colour and expressive painting techniques.
My aim is that you’ll leave these sessions not just with a finished canvas, but with an inspired mind and a recharged spirit. I personally believe in the transformational power of painting to build your confidence and inspire your mind. Painting is a form of active mindfulness, a chance to slow down, unplug and enjoy the creative process. There are no mistakes in Art, only happy accidents.

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