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Embark on a creative journey with textile mixed media artist, Ellie Hipkin, in her online workshop designed for both beginners and experienced artists. This engaging course, priced at £90 (approximately $122*), offers a unique opportunity to explore various painting and embroidery techniques, creating layered and abstract artworks using a variety of methods.
Over six creative prompts, participants will delve into textile painting, textural free-motion embroidery, nature-inspired layers, light moulding paste, heat treatment, and textural hand embroidery. Each prompt focuses on exploring different materials and techniques to create mini abstract, textured artworks.
Upon signing up, you'll receive a comprehensive supplies list and a video detailing the materials needed. The materials list includes cotton canvas, Lutradur, fabric paints, spray paints, acrylic, different paint brushes, found objects, natural finds like leaves and seed-heads, light moulding paste, heat gun, hand embroidery threads, free motion embroidery threads, and a sewing machine with a darning foot.
Working at your own pace, you can complete everything in a few weeks or take six months to explore each prompt in depth. The workshop is designed to be accessible, with Ellie's clear explanations and the option to pause, rewind, and rewatch videos as needed.
The workshop has received positive feedback from participants, with comments such as "I thought it was amazing. You explain things so well, never rushed, making it accessible to everyone especially those who are beginners. Thank you," and "Excellent video course enabling you to work at your own pace. I have learnt a lot. Thanks Ellie."
By the end of the workshop, you'll have a solid understanding of techniques and materials for mixed media textile art. You'll also have six beautiful, textured abstract artworks to showcase your newfound skills.
Ellie Hipkin, based in Brighton, England, draws inspiration from the South Downs, the Sussex coastline, and wild plants. Her artistic focus often includes botanical printing and natural dyeing techniques, incorporating plant-based materials such as leaves, flowers, and other natural elements to create prints on fabric.
Whether you're a beginner looking to expand your creative toolkit or an experienced artist seeking new inspiration, Ellie's workshop promises to be an enriching and enjoyable experience. To learn more or to sign up, visit Ellie's official website or check her direct workshop announcements for the most accurate and detailed information.
- In Ellie Hipkin's online workshop, participants will explore various printing techniques inspired by nature, such as botanical printing and natural dyeing, using materials like leaves and flowers.
- The £90 (approximately $122*) course offers a chance to learn embroidery techniques, including textural free-motion embroidery, and hand embroidery, enhancing creativity in textile mixed media art.
- To supplement the course, Ellie provides a comprehensive supplies list and a video detailing required materials, which include cotton canvas, Lutradur, fabric paints, spray paints, acrylic, different paint brushes, found objects, natural finds, light moulding paste, heat gun, hand embroidery threads, free motion embroidery threads, and a sewing machine with a darning foot.
- As a lifestyle choice, one can take this engaging course at their own pace, completing it in a few weeks or several months, allowing time for in-depth exploration of each creative prompt.
- Pausing, rewinding, and rewatching videos are options in the workshop, making the learning process accessible for both beginners and experienced artists.
- Upon completion of the course, participants will have a collection of six beautiful, textured abstract artworks, showcasing their newfound skills in mixed media textile art and various techniques.
- For those interested in expanding their creative skills, or seeking fresh inspiration in the realms of fashion-and-beauty, food-and-drink, home-and-garden, art, or lifestyle, Ellie's online workshop is a valuable opportunity for learning and growth in textile art.
