flossWORKSHOPart...a place to embrace creativity
SARAH B"I’m buzzing from my first workshop! Mixed media dragonflies, using a gelli plate and wonderful inks and paints, I’m definitely returning. Thankyou Floss."
THE WORKSHOP/ART STUDIO
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A calm and creative space purpose built with art in mind
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Situated in quiet surroundings in my garden in Hellingly, East Sussex
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Full of mixed media art to welcome and inspire you
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Large workbench seats up to six persons comfortably on ergonomic stools
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10-15 mins drive from Polegate
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20-25 mins from Eastbourne
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35-40 mins from Brighton
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Nearest train line: POLEGATE
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Nearest bus stop: 1km
DEBBIE H
"Ever been faced with a blank canvas and wondered what you could create? The moment you walk into Floss's studio, there is inspiration everywhere. Floss encourages you to create the piece that's right for you, adding your style throughout the piece. Learning new techniques throughout the day and refreshing old ones. A wonderful relaxed paced day -and leaving with a beautiful piece of art is a bonus. I highly recommend the 'Go Large' workshop - step out of your comfort zone to create something personal by you... for you?"
SESSION TIMINGS
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The length of a session will vary depending on which class you choose
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90mins / 2 hours / half days and full days - check class session listings for individual timings
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If you would like a longer or shorter session please contact Floss for a bespoke class bookings
ALISON C
"We have just had a fantastic two days with Floss learning all about mixed media techniques. We produced two great pieces of work we are truly proud of and will definitely be back for more! Thank you Floss for all your advice and sharing your knowledge. It was a very mindful two days and wonderful to be totally engrossed in the moment. THANK YOU!! The workshop is fantastic to. It has everything you could possibly need!"
ALL DAY WORKSHOP SESSIONS
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A full day Art experience is 5 1/2 hours - generally 10am - 3.30pm but please check the listing
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You will need to provide your own lunch
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Our new shaded outdoor seating area for lunch is weather permitting and has been a very happy addition to the Art day
DO YOU NEED EXPERIENCE TO BOOK A SESSION?
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No experience is necessary to attend any art session (unless specified in the listing)
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All abilities are very welcome at flossWORKSHOPart...These sessions are the perfect opportunity for artists of all levels, whether you’re a beginner eager to explore new mediums or an experienced artist looking to rekindle your creativity.
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All techniques are fully demonstrated and everyone's pace is catered for
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Please do ping Floss an email if you have any questions, requests or concerns
CAROL P
"I had a brilliant day in Floss's studio doing a mixed media workshop. Learned lots and gained confidence. Good day and super company! Thank you Floss!"
MEET YOUR HOST: Floss Nicholls BA(Hons)with QTS
Floss is an intuitive Mixed Media Artist who adores layers and textures...she has loved art from a very young age and could always be found engaged with something creative, or exploring how things work. This, in turn, led her into to teaching Design Technology, Art, and Textiles so that she could share her enthusiasm with young persons from prep school through to and including GCSE students for many years. Floss is a fully qualified teacher and is DRB checked. As well as a passion for sharing her Mixed Media techniques and creative workshop space with both adults and young people, she has a love for the outdoors and exercise
You can see Floss' own art journey on both Instagram and Facebook (including video's of her processes). She is currently part of the PaperArtsy creative team where she blogs about different materials and mixed media art processes.
CAN YOU BUY ART/CARDS FROM THE WORKSHOP?
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Yes you can!
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Floss' Art is available to buy from her in person at the workshop and some is available on the website: 'buy ART & eGift cards'...
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Printed cards from Floss' original artwork from £2
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Floss' original art cards from £4.50
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Original art gift tags from £2
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Art prints individually priced - prints are rare...Floss prefers original pieces as she feels that the texture is often lost in reproducing as prints!
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Original mixed media art framed and unframed is individually priced
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Bespoke handmade journals individually priced
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Altered books individually priced
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Commissions are welcome
Original bespoke art is one off and once it is gone it is gone!
Cash or Card payments are accepted
MIXED MEDIA AND CREATIVE WELLNESS
Art can definitely balance a busy lifestyle and help you manage stress levels/anxiety.
Textures and building layers using printing, collage, stamping and stencilling using acrylics and/or inks, and stitching are not only fun to explore but have endless possible outcomes in mixed media where various techniques and a multitude of materials are combined on the same piece. Many workshops/classes and combination of materials or techniques are regularly listed and more fully explained in each listing: choose your art session.
Mixed media allows for so much scope to "play" that time flies and you lose yourself in the moment; a little time for you...a space to explore creativity but also to let go/unwind from daily issues.
Tea, coffee or herbal tea is part of the session.
CREATIVE WELLNESS
Creativity is often at the forefront of everything that supports mental health wellness and your overall wellbeing with its gentle approach. Having a focus on creating helps let things go/deal with emotions and you become less stressed/overwhelmed and become more present in the moment therefore bringing you a more calm and clear mind. All sessions have been structured to introduce you to the simplicity of creating art allowing you to gain confidence in yourself and your art whilst giving yourself permission to find time for you.
SARAH B
"I’m buzzing from my first workshop! Mixed media dragonflies, using a gelli plate and wonderful inks and paints, I’m definitely returning. Thankyou Floss."
Contact
flossWORKSHOPart
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COMMISSIONS
please contact me if you'd like something specific created