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.
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

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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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