Japanese-Style Painting Workshops

Embark on an artistic journey in our Japanese-Style Painting Workshops. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner, come and explore the dynamic dance of brushstrokes and nuances of black ink.

These drop-in sessions will be taught under the guidance of local artist Sachin Babbar, the workshops are an invitation to practice the Zen of brushwork using calligraphy brushes, black ink, water, and rice paper. Immerse yourself in capturing the essence and beauty of plants and flowers. Find calm and enjoyment in the meditative process and unleash your creativity as you allow your spirit to flow through the brush.

What’s Included?

  • Expert guidance from local artist Sachin Babbar.
  • Use of calligraphy brushes, black ink, water, and rice paper.
  • Techniques to capture the essence of plants and flowers.
  • A meditative and calming creative process.
  • Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists.

Age restrictions: 16+

Adult (With materials) £28.50
Adult (Without materials - links to relevant materials will be sent once ticket is bought) £25

How to get there

Yuup extras

  • Sachin Babbar

Facilities

  • Adult changing
  • Family friendly
  • Refreshments available
  • Toilets
  • WiFi

On the day

It is advisable that students wear comfortable and or loose clothing.

This style of painting is not typically messy, but if students want to be safe, dark clothing, aprons, or old clothes should be worn as a precaution to avoid any ink spills.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 7 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 7 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. Please note that Yuup gift cards are valid for redemption for 12 months, and if not redeemed by this date, you will get a Yuup credit added to your Yuup account equivalent to the unspent value of the Yuup gift card less a Yuup administration fee of 20%.

You'll be hosted by

Sachin Babbar (He/Him)

I am a British-Indian artist based in Bristol. I have explored a range of mediums, but recently have been focusing on Japanese brush paintings known as “Sumi-e”. The movement of the brush and the bleed of the ink into the paper is a meditation. There is an aliveness to the paintings and a rhythmic quality. As though the painters were dancing in the process.

This inspiration led to my most recent project, ‘Moving Ink’, where I used materials from this region to explore movement through live ink paintings of dancers and to explore the process of painting with movement in my own body.

During this exploration I have started to run workshops teaching the fundamentals of gesture drawing and capturing motion “Live-Motion Drawing Workshops” at HOURs Gallery and hosting movement and painting sessions “Play and Paint” at The Island Nelson Street, where I also have my studio.

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