Brighter Futures Programme Summer 2025
Ink Painting Workshop: Capture Summer Gardens & Landscapes with Sumi Techniques
Unleash your inner artist and discover the captivating beauty of Sumi ink painting!
Workshop Overview:
Join artist Nicky Bell for an immersive and relaxing workshop exploring the enchanting world of Sumi ink. Learn to harness the fluidity of ink and water to create stunning summer garden and landscape inspired artworks. This workshop is perfect for beginners and those looking to deepen their understanding of this expressive art form.
What You'll Learn:
Introduction to Sumi Ink & Materials:
- Understanding the properties of Sumi ink, brushes, and paper.
- Preparing your materials for optimal results.
Fundamental Sumi Techniques:
- Mastering brush control and ink dilution.
- Exploring washes, layering, and dry brush techniques.
- Creating expressive lines and textures.
- Summer Landscape and Garden Inspiration:
- Translating natural forms into dynamic ink compositions.
- Capturing the essence of light, shadow, and atmosphere.
- Developing your own unique artistic interpretation.
Composition & Design:
- Understanding principles of composition for impactful artwork.
- Creating depth and perspective with ink and water.
- Creating tonal values through layers of ink.
Hands-on Practice & Individual Guidance:
- Step-by-step demonstrations and guided exercises.
- Personalised feedback and support from Nicky Bell.
- Opportunity to create your own finished ink paintings.
Who is this workshop for?
- Beginners eager to explore the world of ink painting.
- Artists looking to expand their skills and techniques.
- Anyone seeking a relaxing and creative experience.
- Anyone who loves landscapes and country garden aesthetic.
About the Artist:
Nicky Bell is a passionate artist with extensive experience in ink painting. She is known for her expressive style and ability to capture the beauty of nature. Nicky is a patient and encouraging instructor, dedicated to helping students discover their creative potential.
ABOUT BRIGHTER FUTURES, ELIGBILITY & HOW TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST
Brighter Futures Courses are free of charge, and all materials will be provided. These courses are part of the Hampshire County Council Adult Tailored Learning Programme, Hampshire Achieves. To be eligible for a course you must be 18+ years old, live in Hampshire and feel as though your mental health and wellbeing may benefit from attending a creative course.
To register your interest in attending one of these courses, please click here, to fill out our self-referral form.
To find out more about Brighter Futures and view our full range of courses, please visit our webpage, Brighter Futures | Hampshire Cultural Trust (hampshireculture.org.uk). If you have any questions, there is a FAQ section on our Brighter Futures webpage.
