Watercolour Painting Class

Learn to paint British wildlife in this beginner-friendly watercolour class in Pleasley.



2 hours

Class size 1 to 20 (public classes), 1 to 30
  £30 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Spend two laid-back hours at this British wildlife watercolour class in Pleasley and discover just how much you can create when a brilliant teacher guides you through every step. Led by award-winning artist Tara, you'll work with high-quality materials to produce a finished painting of British wildlife on 300gsm watercolour paper – frame-ready by the time you leave.
No drawing or painting experience required. Tara's approach is warm and unhurried, so first-timers and complete beginners will feel right at home. There are no silly questions here, just a relaxed, friendly atmosphere where the focus is entirely on enjoying the process and surprising yourself with what you're capable of.
It's the kind of class where time genuinely disappears – and where you'll leave not just with a one-of-a-kind piece of art, but with the skills and the itch to pick up a brush again at home. Whether you're after a feel-good afternoon with friends, a solo creative escape, or a thoughtful gift for someone who deserves something handmade, this is a session worth making time for.
What you'll get
A completed 300gsm watercolour painting
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Knowledge required
Great for beginners
What to bring
Feel free to bring a drinks bottle – everything else you need to create your watercolour piece is provided.
Location

Pleasley Pit Visitor Centre & Mining Museum, Pleasley Pit, Pit Lane, Pleasley, Mansfield

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Hodgepodge
Hodgepodge

5.0 (55)
female Women-owned

Hello and welcome! My names Tara and I am the artist and creator behind Hodgepodge
Established in 2014 as a personalised gift shop, I created lots of stunning gifts for many occasions. This is what I did for 6 years, until the time that the world stood still. As lockdown took hold, my main income of attending markets was cut off and I had nothing new to share with the many followers I had gained over the years. It was then I picked up my paintbrush for the first time in over 15 years and began to create. I then shared the artwork I was creating during lockdown and the rest, as they say is history!
Since then I have had my artwork feature multiple times in the OXO Gallery in London and have won both Highly Commended and Finalist categories with my artwork as well as receiving Wildlife Shop of the year in 2023 for my small business which features all my artwork.
The teaching side of my business all started when I began to share videos of my process. As I started sharing more and more, I would hear the same phrase constantly... I wish I could paint like that! It struck a chord with me, as I believed if I could do it then anyone could! It was those comments that pushed me to show people how easy it was to get started. Since that turning point I have been providing tutorial videos via YouTube Facebook and more recently Tiktok Live, as well as providing Letterbox lessons where I send out everything needed to complete a piece as well as offering lessons in person. This year I am so excited to expand my classes and spread the love of the world of watercolours and how amazing it is to be a part of! So whether you're a complete beginner or wanting to expand on your techniques, I can not wait to meet you to get you started!

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