Making treasured concertina journals

Create exquisite, aged textures in your artworks

In this workshop, I show you how to create a journal using a variety of old papers, photographs, fabric scraps and other ephemera.

"Conversations with Nature" is a creative journey that invites you to connect deeply with the natural world through art. In this course, you’ll transform an ordinary tin into a beautiful keepsake by adorning it with unique mixed-media artworks inspired by the delicate beauty of seed heads, flowers, and other treasures from the garden. Guided through a variety of accessible techniques, including painting, collage, layering and stitching, you'll craft a collection of small pieces that capture the essence of nature and serve as a lasting tribute to its beauty. Perfect for art enthusiasts of any skill level, this course offers a peaceful, meditative experience, merging art-making with mindful observation of the world around us.