Kids' Matisse Tote Bag Design

Bright colours, bold shapes: design a wearable work of art inspired by Matisse



7 to 12 years     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)

In this children's painting class in South West London, create your own wearable masterpiece inspired by Henri Matisse's playful cut outs. Moving beyond traditional painting, young artists will experiment with custom stencils to layer bright shapes and florals into a striking, wearable design. By the end of the workshop, you'll take home a unique personalised bag to proudly show off.
Special Offer: Book for 2 children (or siblings/friends) and automatically save 15% on your total!
Designed for beginners and budding young artists, this class is a fantastic opportunity for children to unleash their creativity in a supportive environment. Here, they can enjoy the freedom to express themselves while receiving individual guidance from an experienced art teacher.
What to expect:
  • Date: Thursday 20th August
  • Workshop Theme: Matisse Magic - Painted Tote Designs
  • Design and decorate a canvas tote bag inspired by Henri Matisse's paper cut-outs.
  • Receive individual guidance in a friendly, supportive environment.
During the class you'll explore exciting techniques including:
Fabric Stencilling & Layering: Using custom stencils and sponges to create colourful, bold organic shapes.
Colour Blocking & Palettes: Experimenting with vibrant, high-contrast combinations inspired by Matisse’s famous cut-outs.
Composition & Balance: Learning how to arrange shapes and floral elements harmoniously across a flat textile surface.
Textile Painting Fundamentals: Applying specialised fabric paints to create a bright, durable canvas bag design ready for everyday use.

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What you'll get
A custom, hand-painted Matisse-style tote bag.
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.
Suitable for

Suitable for kids from 7 to 12 years old.

Adult accompaniment is not required.

Location

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

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The Fauve Palette
The Fauve Palette

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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