REGULAR CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
UPDATE: NEW SATURDAY CREATIVE FLOW WORKSHOPS!
I am thrilled to invite you to my upcoming Penelope Rose Creative Flow Workshops, where you’ll explore abstract composition in a way that’s personal, intuitive, and uniquely yours.
Introduction to Acrylic, Mixed Media, and Abstract CompositionIn this session, you won’t be following a step-by-step guide to recreate my paintings. Instead, you’ll learn how to develop your own unique abstract composition. Through thumbnail sketches, exploration, and refinement, you’ll transform your ideas into a personalised artwork using acrylics, mixed media, and collage. This workshop is all about discovery, experimentation, and unlocking your creative flow—allowing you to express yourself freely and intuitively.
I’ll be sharing examples of my own work from my ongoing Ferndale Run series, a deeply personal collection inspired by my experiences running through the landscape—capturing fleeting moments through sketches, memory, emotion, and photography. These works are not templates but rather a glimpse into how abstract composition can be used to convey movement, rhythm, and energy.
During this workshop, you’ll:🎨 Explore different types of abstract composition—cruciform, asymmetry, constellations, flowing curves, and more.
🔹 Select and develop your own composition, informed by what resonates with you.
🖌 Experiment with acrylic paint, collage, and mixed media to create a layered, expressive piece.
✨ Tap into Creative Flow, learning to embrace spontaneity and intuition in your work.
📍 Venue: Belle Vue Pavilion Community Centre, Penarth, CF64 1DA
📅 Date: Saturday, 8th February 2025
⏰ Time: 6 PM – 9 PM
💰 Cost: £33 per person
BOOK NOW
Spaces are limited, so secure your place today—I can’t wait to see the incredible compositions you bring to life!
What to Bring:A canvas board, sketchpad, brushes, acrylic paints, palette knives, and a willingness to explore! (Full materials list available on my website—link in bio.)
Follow-Up Workshop: Abstract Landscape CompositionIf you enjoy this session, I’ll be running a follow-up workshop on:
📅 Saturday, 5th April 2025
⏰ Time: 6 PM – 9 PM
💰 Cost: £33 per person
BOOK NOW
Explore the beauty of the Rhondda Valley through making your own unique expressive, abstract landscape painting. This engaging evening workshop will guide you through, various compositions to combine; acrylics, mixed media, and textured techniques to create vibrant, layered compositions. Perfect for both beginners and experienced artists, the session includes demonstrations, guided support, and artistic freedom to help you achieve your creative vision.
Immerse yourself in creativity and leave with a unique artwork inspired by the stunning Welsh valleys!
Full-Day Workshop: Acrylic & Mixed Media Expressive, Abstract, Wild Waves Seascape📅 Saturday, 8th March 2025
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM (includes a lunch break with a special café offer)
💰 Cost: £49.50 per person
BOOK NOW
Immerse yourself in the rhythm of the sea and create a dynamic abstract seascape inspired by the energy of wild waves. This workshop blends technical exploration with creative freedom, helping you build texture, depth, and movement in your artwork.
What You’ll Learn:🔹 Experiment with collage materials and acrylic mediums to add texture and layers.
🎨 Use techniques like wet-in-wet, impasto, splattering, and glazing to create dynamic effects.
🖌 Develop a composition plan and paint intuitively with a limited colour palette.
💡 Morning session – Explore composition, colour mixing, and layering techniques.
💡 Afternoon session – Create your own expressive seascape on canvas with guidance and feedback.
✨ A full materials list is available on my website (see bio). I’ll have some acrylic mediums to share, and you’re welcome to bring your own reference photos or sketches for inspiration.
"Bring a Friend and Save!"Love our workshops? Share the joy of creativity with a friend!
When you refer a friend who joins one of our workshops, you’ll receive 15% off your next booking as a thank-you.
How it works:1️⃣ Invite a friend to sign up for any workshop.
2️⃣ Ask them to mention your full name by emailing [email protected] when they book.
3️⃣ Once confirmed, I’ll email you to ask which Creative Flow Workshop you’d like to apply your 15% discount to.
Spread the word and let’s keep the creativity flowing!
With creativity & flow,
Penelope
Introduction to Acrylic, Mixed Media, and Abstract CompositionIn this session, you won’t be following a step-by-step guide to recreate my paintings. Instead, you’ll learn how to develop your own unique abstract composition. Through thumbnail sketches, exploration, and refinement, you’ll transform your ideas into a personalised artwork using acrylics, mixed media, and collage. This workshop is all about discovery, experimentation, and unlocking your creative flow—allowing you to express yourself freely and intuitively.
I’ll be sharing examples of my own work from my ongoing Ferndale Run series, a deeply personal collection inspired by my experiences running through the landscape—capturing fleeting moments through sketches, memory, emotion, and photography. These works are not templates but rather a glimpse into how abstract composition can be used to convey movement, rhythm, and energy.
During this workshop, you’ll:🎨 Explore different types of abstract composition—cruciform, asymmetry, constellations, flowing curves, and more.
🔹 Select and develop your own composition, informed by what resonates with you.
🖌 Experiment with acrylic paint, collage, and mixed media to create a layered, expressive piece.
✨ Tap into Creative Flow, learning to embrace spontaneity and intuition in your work.
📍 Venue: Belle Vue Pavilion Community Centre, Penarth, CF64 1DA
📅 Date: Saturday, 8th February 2025
⏰ Time: 6 PM – 9 PM
💰 Cost: £33 per person
BOOK NOW
Spaces are limited, so secure your place today—I can’t wait to see the incredible compositions you bring to life!
What to Bring:A canvas board, sketchpad, brushes, acrylic paints, palette knives, and a willingness to explore! (Full materials list available on my website—link in bio.)
Follow-Up Workshop: Abstract Landscape CompositionIf you enjoy this session, I’ll be running a follow-up workshop on:
📅 Saturday, 5th April 2025
⏰ Time: 6 PM – 9 PM
💰 Cost: £33 per person
BOOK NOW
Explore the beauty of the Rhondda Valley through making your own unique expressive, abstract landscape painting. This engaging evening workshop will guide you through, various compositions to combine; acrylics, mixed media, and textured techniques to create vibrant, layered compositions. Perfect for both beginners and experienced artists, the session includes demonstrations, guided support, and artistic freedom to help you achieve your creative vision.
Immerse yourself in creativity and leave with a unique artwork inspired by the stunning Welsh valleys!
Full-Day Workshop: Acrylic & Mixed Media Expressive, Abstract, Wild Waves Seascape📅 Saturday, 8th March 2025
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM (includes a lunch break with a special café offer)
💰 Cost: £49.50 per person
BOOK NOW
Immerse yourself in the rhythm of the sea and create a dynamic abstract seascape inspired by the energy of wild waves. This workshop blends technical exploration with creative freedom, helping you build texture, depth, and movement in your artwork.
What You’ll Learn:🔹 Experiment with collage materials and acrylic mediums to add texture and layers.
🎨 Use techniques like wet-in-wet, impasto, splattering, and glazing to create dynamic effects.
🖌 Develop a composition plan and paint intuitively with a limited colour palette.
💡 Morning session – Explore composition, colour mixing, and layering techniques.
💡 Afternoon session – Create your own expressive seascape on canvas with guidance and feedback.
✨ A full materials list is available on my website (see bio). I’ll have some acrylic mediums to share, and you’re welcome to bring your own reference photos or sketches for inspiration.
"Bring a Friend and Save!"Love our workshops? Share the joy of creativity with a friend!
When you refer a friend who joins one of our workshops, you’ll receive 15% off your next booking as a thank-you.
How it works:1️⃣ Invite a friend to sign up for any workshop.
2️⃣ Ask them to mention your full name by emailing [email protected] when they book.
3️⃣ Once confirmed, I’ll email you to ask which Creative Flow Workshop you’d like to apply your 15% discount to.
Spread the word and let’s keep the creativity flowing!
With creativity & flow,
Penelope
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WEDNESDAYS
BELLE VUE, ALBERT CRESENT, PENARTH, CF64 1DA
Book online with VALECOURSES
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM WATERCOLOURS
12 AM - 2 PM ACRYLICS
Book online with VALECOURSES
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM WATERCOLOURS
12 AM - 2 PM ACRYLICS
*WEEKLY CLASSES AT CARDIFF OPEN ART SCHOOL POSTPONED ATM IN THE MEANTIME CHECKOUT*:
NEW! SATURDAY CREATIVE FLOW WORKSHOPS AT
BELLE VUE PAVILION COMMUNITY CENTER, PENARTH CLICK HERE
Cardiff Open Art School COAS
Cardiff Metropolitan University Llandaff Campus
Western Ave
Cardiff
CF5 2YB
Room: Painting/Life Drawing Room on the 3rd floor of B Block.
Access by lift access or stairs.
NEW! SATURDAY CREATIVE FLOW WORKSHOPS AT
BELLE VUE PAVILION COMMUNITY CENTER, PENARTH CLICK HERE
Cardiff Open Art School COAS
Cardiff Metropolitan University Llandaff Campus
Western Ave
Cardiff
CF5 2YB
Room: Painting/Life Drawing Room on the 3rd floor of B Block.
Access by lift access or stairs.
FRIDAYS
LLANOVER HALL, ROMILLY RD, CARDIFF, CF5 1FH
Book online from 3rd September 2024 ADULT LEARNING CARDIFF 'Life Long Learning'
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM WATERCOLOUR & MIXED MEDIA
12 PM - 2 PM: DRAWING & SKETCHING (moved from Thursdays am)
Book online from 3rd September 2024 ADULT LEARNING CARDIFF 'Life Long Learning'
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM WATERCOLOUR & MIXED MEDIA
12 PM - 2 PM: DRAWING & SKETCHING (moved from Thursdays am)
I LOVE TUTORING...
Tutoring is a very important part of my life I love the variety and constant professional practice, but also most prevalently, I love the joy, wellbeing and happiness it brings to others. I strongly believe that everyone can draw, paint, create and have a good time doing it. Its down to me as your facilitator to make that happen.
To do this I break down the creative process into simple step by step demonstrations that can be followed along with me. I proceed steadily with short breaks and review progress, providing lots of encouragement and praise for your improved confidence. The wellbeing and happiness of making art is one of the most important parts of my tutoring practice, plus of course making your learning lots of fun as you progress.
To do this I break down the creative process into simple step by step demonstrations that can be followed along with me. I proceed steadily with short breaks and review progress, providing lots of encouragement and praise for your improved confidence. The wellbeing and happiness of making art is one of the most important parts of my tutoring practice, plus of course making your learning lots of fun as you progress.
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The videos on the channel are a visual references as resources to accompany the 'Live' in person or online art workshops, classes and courses I tutor where by provide full instructions.
The videos on the channel are a visual references as resources to accompany the 'Live' in person or online art workshops, classes and courses I tutor where by provide full instructions.