Course Suitability: All Abilities

Maximum Participants: 10

Course Description:

This workshop will introduce you to different ways of creating abstract art in response to your surroundings. We will explore the outdoors and beautiful grounds of Nature in Art but also use the sounds, smells and textures as inspiration. This will all be achieved through guided exercises and support from your tutor Christina. No judgement will be placed on the outcome of your work. This day is centered on the enjoyment and relaxation that comes from creating abstracts. There will be laughing as well as moments of calm and reflecting. An enjoyable day creating whilst giving you the chance to unwind. We will use a mixture of materials but acrylic paints and inks will be the main medium being used. You will create mini abstract as well as larger pieces and you will learn various skills and techniques to continue painting abstracts at home. But above all, it’s a day to escape and take some me out for yourself. As we will be venturing outside at some point please come with relevant clothing, if you have mobility issues please do not worry Christina will adapt the outside session to meet your needs. This class is perfect for all – even those who have never tried painting or abstracts before. If you have been on a class with Christina before this class will teach you new and wonderful techniques to try but also give you a chance to develop skills already learnt.
 

Materials Required:

Christina will provide the required materials for an additional charge of £15 per participant to be paid to Christina on the day of the course. This will include a little selection of inks to carry on using at home.

If possible please bring two jam jars for water

Artist’s Profile:

Christina is an abstract artist based in Gloucester. Inspired by the natural world she works with inks and paints to create layers of translucent colours resulting in soothing and relaxing art.

Christina has had lots of experience in the arts and running workshops and at one stage was even the Education Officer here at Nature in Art.

Currently, Christina is represented by Wychwood Art Gallery in Oxford. Her art has been exhibited on the London Underground and showcased in a pop-up shop at John Lewis, and her work is also available at Saatchi Art. Additionally, she is part of Sixteen Gallery in Cheltenham. Christina created the hero lion for the Lions at Large trail, set to launch in summer 2025, which will raise funds for the Big Space Cancer Appeal.

Christina is passionate about the power of art and actively engages in outreach programmes, providing artistic opportunities for individuals using art for well-being, such as Children unable to attend school. In 2024, she created an immersive installation for the National Gallery Road Trip, transforming an empty workshop into a living painting inspired by the collection.

www.christinasadler.com