Halloween Themed Mandala Art Workshop - Ceramic Pumpkin Decorations

Unwind, reconnect, and explore your creativity in this hands-on workshop. Whether you’re new to mandala art or looking to deepen your creative practice, this free-flowing session will guide you through the joyful and meditative process of decorating your very own ceramic pumpkin. Using high-quality acrylic paints and Darshna’s gentle guidance, you’ll learn how to form intricate mandala-inspired patterns and designs that center your mind and awaken your imagination. At the end, you’ll take home a beautifully decorated pumpkin—both a creative keepsake and a unique seasonal reward.

What to Expect:

• A short 5–10-minute introduction to Darshna, her artistic journey, and the healing power of mandala art
• Insight into what mandala art is and its mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits
• Time to practice on plain black practice paper to explore creative ideas and learn about paint consistency and dotting pressures
• Hands-on creation time using ceramic Pumpkins as your canvas and a variety of different sized dotting tools to inspire your own unique masterpiece.
• A space for mindfulness, creativity, and calm
• All materials and equipment will be provided and refreshments available

This is a free-flowing, expressive session – no prior experience needed. You'll leave the workshop not only with your own personal mandala Halloween themed artwork, but also with the knowledge and tools to continue the practice at home. Plus, if you want to continue your Mandala art at home, you can purchase your very own dotting tools and paints from Darshna at the end of the session.

If you're artwork requires more drying time, we'll keep it save at the venue and you can collect it another day - we will contact you to arrange collection.

Date: Saturday18th October 2025

Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm

Location: Kick Up The Arts,14 The Bell Centre, Melton Mowbray

Join us for this mindful morning of creativity and leave feeling calm, inspired, and connected – with a mandala that’s all your own.

About the Artist:

Darshna Patel is a Leicestershire-born mandala artist and founder of DeelightfulDots, a creative platform born from personal transformation and healing. Formerly a global IT project manager, Darshna turned to mandala art in 2015 as a way to manage the stresses of daily life. Following the loss of her father in 2023, she channelled her grief into art, launching DeelightfulDots in 2024. Her current portfolio, "From Grief to Gratitude", beautifully reflects this emotional journey.

Working with acrylic paints, wood, mirrors, and canvas, Darshna’s gem-embellished pieces are known for their elegance, precision, and depth. She now shares the therapeutic power of mandala art through workshops across Leicestershire.

📸 Follow Darshna on Instagram and Facebook to explore her latest creations.

Parking

Parking is available in The Bell Centre Car Park. Please use the second car park entrance on St Marys Way.

Accessing The Bell Centre

To access the Bell Centre, use the green gate situated at the back of St Mary's car park, opposite the cutting room. We're located at Number 14 next to the Time Out Cafe.

About Kick Up The Arts

Kick Up The Arts is a creative hub located in the heart of Melton Mowbray, offering a range of art and craft workshops and drop-in sessions for adults, families and children, delivered by professional artists and creatives local to Melton Mowbray.

If you have any questions before booking please email us at kickuptheartsmelton@gmail.com

We look forward to welcoming you to our warm and friendly venue.

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