Sip and Paint Sundays! Experiment Ink & Abstraction

Ditch the traditional paintbrush and rediscover the expressive power of ink through everyday objects. Learn to translate movement, emotion, and texture into ink marks, and create your own dynamic rendition of abstract masterpieces! About Agenda 02:00 PM - 02:15 PM Arrival and Networking, drinks served 02:15 PM - 02:30 PM Tutor introduction, student intro, brief overview of abstract art as a genre 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM Workshop starts, material hand out Sammi Wu 03:30 PM - 03:45 PM Review of all student works and wrap up What You’ll Experience Everyday Objects as Art Tools: Experiment with unconventional materials to create surprising marks, textures, lines and patterns beyond traditional brush techniques. The Art of Spontaneity: Let go of rules and expectations through intuitive, free-flowing mark-making. Discover how accidental marks can become the starting point for creativity. Finding Images in Abstraction: Explore how imagination transforms abstract shapes into recognisable forms, from landscapes and plants to animals and imaginary creatures. Create Your Own Ink Painting: Combine your experimental marks with imagination to develop a unique artwork that reflects your personal interpretation. Workshop Breakdown Step 1 · Tool Exploration & Mark Discovery: Explore everyday objects such as straws, chopsticks, sponges and cardboard. Experiment with ink to discover different marks, textures, splashes and patterns. Step 2 · Spontaneous & Intuitive Creation: Using your newly discovered techniques, create an abstract composition through playful, instinctive and spontaneous mark-making. Let the ink flow freely without planning the final image. Step 3 · From Imagination to Abstraction: Observe your abstract composition and discover hidden shapes, forms and unexpected connections. Use your imagination to develop these discoveries into a finished ink painting, adding details and expressive marks to bring your artwork to life. Who It’s For Total Beginners: No drawing experience required—the focus is on exploration, tactile joy, and self-expression. Artists & Designers: Looking to loosen up, break free from digital screens, and recharge creative muscle memory. Anyone Seeking Mindful Focus: The flow of black ink against white paper provides an incredibly grounding, meditative creative escape. All Materials Included: Heavyweight paper, fine drawing ink, and full non-traditional toolkits provided. Just bring your curiosity! Read more Toggle Painting Drawing