Magic Of Autumn - Creative Journalling Collage Workshop

Join local artist Just Janie Creates for a slow and relaxing collage session held at Studio 55 based in Goyt Mill, Marple.

Enjoy a mindful afternoon, designed to help you slow down, connect with your senses, yourself and others, whilst focusing on the here and now.

Come along by yourself and meet new people in the community or bring one of your friends along!

About The Workshop

Explore the magic of Autumn and enjoy a relaxed afternoon creating your own Autumnal themed collage, inspired by all of the season’s joys, associations and comforts. Autumn is the perfect time to engage with your creative flow. A time for balance, creating new habits, harmony, introspection and reflection. This session aims to help you nurture your creative expression and connect with your creative soul. A time to discover a sense of purpose in your creative life and to build a visually metaphorical home for the winter months ahead. We will use this time to create a personal piece for you to take away, keep and reflect upon as we enter the cooler and darker times ahead.

Collage journalling can be a powerful tool for personal reflection and to help you visually explore your inner life, thoughts, feelings, hopes and dreams. Throughout this two hour collage session you will delve into a wide selection of paper materials, choosing images and words that are relevant or that you feel drawn to in some way, to create your own unique journal page, combining images and words to express thoughts, memories and dreams through the art of collage.

Free from rules, an anything goes attitude, this collage session will allow you to create and express yourself freely!

Perfectly suitable for beginners, dabblers and seasoned collagists wanting a bit of time to yourself for a mid-week mindful moment and to reset for the months ahead the inspiring walls of Studio 55. Janie will be on hand to offer gentle guidance and encouragement throughout.

- Please arrive 5-10 mins early so you can settle yourself in ready to start the session at 1.30pm.

What’s Included:

• Expert guidance from professional artist and teacher.

• All materials provided.

• A free-flow creative session allowing you time for personal reflection, inspiration and to creatively express yourself.

• Walk away with at least one hand-crafted piece to keep and a set of new skills to return to.

• Community connection, a sense of calm and free tea, coffee and nibbles to recharge.

Materials

All equipment provided but you may wish to bring your own magazines, books or newspapers to make your work more personal! Autumnal, nature inspired, animal themed, homely and cosy printed materials will be very helpful to bring along! There will be scissors and craft knives available but you may also want to bring your own scissors and collage equipment along.

The Venue

Studio 55 is a vibrant, working Artist’s Studio, situated in the historic Goyt Mill, where Janie brings her creative visions to life. For this session, we’ll gather in the light filled bohemian sanctuary — a cosy hideaway filled with the gentle hum of creativity. Endless cups of tea and coffee will be on hand, along with a few tempting nibbles to keep inspiration flowing. Setting the tone for a laid-back, creative escape and an atmosphere that wraps you in calm while sparking your imagination.

Parking and directions through the mill are outlined below.

Tickets

Tickets cost £25 (Plus Booking Fee)

Follow the eventbrite links to book your place. Limited spaces available!

If you cannot attend for any reason please give at least 48 hours notice and we can provide a refund or swap your ticket to a future event.

About Your Host

Janie is an Artist-Educator based in Manchester, with a first class degree in Fine Art and a decade working as an Art and Photography Teacher.

As an artist, she has always recognised the mindful benefits of creative activities, and as a teacher she has seen first-hand how art can play a vital role in positive wellbeing and improving confidence and self-esteem.

She believes passionately in bringing people together, sharing her skills and delivering fun, playful, creative workshops to encourage you to nurture your creativity and curiosity in a relaxed and perfection-free space!

Find Out More

Website: www.justjaniecreates.co.uk

Instagram - @justjaniecreates

Feel free to message if you have any queries!