SMP Test Course session 1: Intuitive Painting (Zoom)

This course is designed to create a safe, relaxing atmosphere and a true moment of "me time."

This course provides a gentle, joyful experience where you can freely explore the art of painting in a nurturing, stress-free environment.

Each session is crafted to be a welcoming space for those looking to reconnect with creativity, find joy, and join a supportive community through art.

Perfect for anyone seeking a soothing, mindful escape, this course is all about embracing calm and tapping into the relaxing, restorative power of painting.

Class outline:

1. Welcome and general class flow information such as it's ok to grab a snack, take breaks, ask questions...

2. Short introductions

3. Brief overview of intuitive painting

4. Poem reading

5. Short Meditation to get into our bodies

6. 20-40 mins of painting

7. Finishing with: Sharing and feedback

Prepare for this class:

You will need the following supplies:

• Paint of your choice: Watercolor, acrylic, pastels, ect

• Canvas, watercolor paper, canvas board, mixed media paper

• Brushes: 1 or 2

• For watercolor: Container with clean water in it to rinse brushes in and a second one for clean water.

• Paper towels or cloth - for quickly dabbing dripping paint.

• (Optional) Journal and pen for taking down thoughts and ideas as you paint.

Warning: If you use Acrylic or Oil, please ensure you are in a well ventilated area.

Note: Even watercolor can stain clothes, so consider wearing old clothes or using an apron.

Where to paint: You can paint anywhere you are. This is a quiet and relaxing class so you may want to find somewhere quiet where you won't be interrupted. If you have an easel you can use it, I will be painting using watercolor and my desk as my flat easel.