Welcome to the Home of Joyful Makes!
My seasonal workshop programme links up with my small scale flower farm, giving you creative workshops to enjoy. There’s hoop making in November and Christmas Craft in my cottage kitchen during December. All resources are provided and directions included via email confirmation. Look out for Spring workshops coming soon!
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Welcome to the Home of Joyful Makes, based on Dartmoor, between Ashburton and Bovey Tracey! Choose between two designs to make your own Everlasting Spring Hoop. A beautiful bespoke decoration adorned with home grown dried blooms. Learn how to shape the willow which has been grown here on the farm to create your hoop. Choose between a traditional hoop or a more contemporary woven hoop. Refreshments and cake will be provided. Important Info: This workshop is suitable for all abilities, but is adults only. We’re located on the edge of Dartmoor, sandwiched between Ashburton and Bovey Tracey. Full directions will be emailed to you. Please note the workshop is located up steep granite steps and unsuitable for those with access difficulties. Please allow 3 hours for this workshop. All resources are provided for you. This workshop is laid back and friendly, so if you’re coming by yourself, don’t worry. It’s relaxed and you’ll meet some lovely like minded people. Any questions, feel free to email me on thedartmoorartist@gmail.com -
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Welcome to the Home of Joyful Makes, based on Dartmoor, between Ashburton and Bovey Tracey! Spring is one of my favourite times of year and in this workshop you'll get to celebrate it by painting your choice of everlasting wooden flowers. Choose from a hand painted wooden bouquet, or perhaps some stems of cherry blossoms, ranunculus and tulips. All of these painted items are designed to hang, so make the most gorgeous decorations or perhaps a great present idea for Spring gifting. Refreshments and cake will be provided. Important Info: This workshop is suitable for all abilities, but is adults only. We’re located on the edge of Dartmoor, sandwiched between Ashburton and Bovey Tracey. Full directions will be emailed to you. Please allow 3 hours for this workshop. Please note the studio is located up some steep granite steps, unsuitable for those with access difficulties, sorry. All resources are provided for you. This workshop is laid back and friendly, so if you’re coming by yourself, don’t worry. It’s relaxed and you’ll meet some lovely like minded people. Come and celebrate the beginning of Spring. Any questions, feel free to email me on thedartmoorartist@gmail.com -
Welcome to the Home of Joyful Makes, based on Dartmoor, between Ashburton and Bovey Tracey!In this workshop, I’ll guide you step by step through the process of creating your own still life painting. We’ll be working from a live studio setup featuring flowers, crockery, and a carefully curated selection of interesting objects designed to spark inspiration and creativity.
The workshop is suitable for all abilities, and you’ll receive one-to-one support throughout the session. If you’ve never painted before, there’s no need to worry — this is a relaxed, welcoming space where you can try something new, build confidence, and learn a fresh set of skills at your own pace.
It’s also a lovely opportunity to work alongside a small group of like-minded people in a friendly, supportive environment. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to reconnect with your creativity, you’ll be gently guided throughout the process and encouraged to enjoy the experience as much as the painting itself.
What You’ll Learn
- Blocking-In Shapes and Composition
Start by loosely painting the basic shapes of your still life. Learn how to establish strong composition, balance, and placement before adding detail. - Layering and Building Form
Explore how to build depth using thin and thick layers of acrylic paint. You’ll learn how to gradually develop structure and volume in your objects. - Colour Mixing and Harmony
Focus on creating harmony, contrast, and mood within your painting. - Light, Shadow, and Contrast
Learn how to observe and paint highlights, mid-tones, and shadows to create a strong sense of realism and three-dimensional form. - Brushwork and Texture Techniques
Experiment with different brush techniques to represent a variety of surfaces.
- Blocking-In Shapes and Composition