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Contact Me for Workshops 2026

Workshops at The Churn Room in Dayboro are on the way for 2026! Got an idea, a skill you’d love to learn, I’m all ears. Pop your thoughts in the form and help me create the perfect workshop lineup.

Want me to teach at your place? Got a dream workshop topic? Tell me all about it in the form, and let’s make it happen.

love colour?

learn how to use 8 tubes (yes! only 8) to make virtually every colour on the planet with my colour workshop

learn to love acrylic?

I didn’t always love acrylic paint, but I do now. Let me show you the magic of acrylic

Still Life Workshop

Learn to see the extraordinary in the everyday. In this still life workshop, you’ll work from direct observation to build strong compositions, mix confident colour, and create a layered acrylic painting that feels alive. Beginner or seasoned artist, you’ll be supported every step.

Floral Workshop

Unlock the flow and energy of flowers. This floral painting workshop takes you from quick observational sketches to a vibrant, expressive finished artwork. Play with colour, loosen up, and learn techniques that bring your florals to life, all with plenty of one-on-one guidance.

My Workshops are

suitable for every skill level, because I focus on you as an individual. You’ll get plenty of one-on-one support, tailored guidance, and clear, practical teaching that meets you exactly where you are.

Beginners are always welcome, truly! and established artists will find fresh challenge, depth, and direction.

You’ll learn to create with a sense of curiosity and confidence, building strong foundations in observation, colour, light, and mark-making. I’ll show you how to draw and paint from life, how to see your subject with clarity, and how to translate that into expressive, layered acrylic works.

My goal is simple: to help you grow your skills, trust your eye, and walk away feeling energised, supported, and proud of what you’ve made.

colour workshop

amazing acrylic workshop

expect loads of demonstrations, hands on and information

about my workshops

  • Woman with glasses and earrings smiling at camera, standing in art studio, holding a palette with green, yellow, and purple paints in front of a colorful still life painting of vases and fruits, with more paintings and supplies in the background.

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    I use all the materials you use in class. There is no saving the good stuff for myself

  • An artist's workspace with colorful paints, brushes, and artworks in progress, including a palette with mixed colors and various painting supplies.

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    I’ll show you how I employ innovative techniques to make exciting and beautiful art

  • A table with various colorful paintings, paint bottles, and art supplies during a painting session.

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    My workshops are open and generous. I want you to go home inspired and buzzing with creativity.

Why do my workshop?

An abstract painting of large white and blue flowers with dark stems against a vibrant yellow and green background, featuring bold brushstrokes and layered textures.

My workshops are for anyone curious about painting, from absolute beginners, returning creatives, to practising artists. If you want to slow down, see the world differently, and grow your confidence with colour and acrylic, this is the place for you.

No special skills are required, just a willingness to give it a try and be brave. Whether you want to build strong foundations or loosen up and reconnect with your creativity, my workshops are practical, supportive, and joyful.

If you love art, nature, and learning new things in good company, you’ll feel right at home. Each session is designed to inspire, encourage experimentation, and help you discover your own artistic voice.

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What my students say

  • Assorted abstract paintings and color swatches, including a piece with a black horse figure on green and red background, and another with floral patterns.

    Heather said........ “I’ve learnt an incredible amount from Helen’s workshops over several years. There are so many techniques and tips..

    I’ve learnt that I still apply in my painting practice and I know every workshop I attend I will learn something new and inspiring!”

  • A woman in a green and white striped shirt is painting a still life of green and yellow fruits in a vase on a canvas at an art studio. Other people are also engaged in painting, and the studio has colorful artwork displayed on the walls, with various painting supplies and potted plants on the tables.

    Liz said................ "Helen is good communicator who walked us through the proportions for the still life workshop set up. I

    particularly appreciated her deep knowledge of colours and her mix of textures, along with her vast technical background that supported what she shared with us"

  • People painting on a large wooden table with various art supplies and colorful paintings in progress, including a landscape with trees and a robot figure.

    Katrina said .......... "I've attended 3 art classes with Helen over the years in an attempt to add more creativity to my painting.

    Helen's deep knowledge of materials, colours and composition was amazing. Helen made the classes fun while guiding us to produce really lovely work. Helen has a real passion for creating art and shared her knowledge and methods to ensure we all benefitted from the courses"

  • Kaili said.............. "I’ve done two of Helen’s workshops now and absolutely loved them!

    She creates such a relaxed and welcoming vibe, and I’ve learned so much each time. I always leave feeling inspired and excited to keep painting. I’m looking forward to doing more workshops with Helen in the future"