Explore mark making, rhythm, and intuitive painting using mixed media at Liberation Art Gallery CIC, Brighton

Join artist Ruth Egon for an immersive, expressive painting workshop at Liberation Art Gallery, exploring freedom, movement, and expression through paint and mark-making.

This hands-on session invites participants to work intuitively with a range of mixed media, including a range of paints, inks, and pastels. Through guided exercises and open exploration, you’ll experiment with layering, rhythm, texture, and gesture, learning how to move beyond representation and create artwork that feels alive and expressive.

The workshop focuses on process rather than perfection. You’ll be encouraged to respond to colour, movement, and feeling, discovering your own visual language while building confidence in expressive approaches to painting.

Suitable for beginners and experienced artists alike, this session offers a supportive, relaxed space to explore creativity, loosen up your practice, and reconnect with the joy of making.

All materials are provided.

✨ What to expect:

Guided mark-making and expressive painting exercises

Exploration of paint, inks, and pastels

Focus on rhythm, movement, and intuitive process

Supportive guidance from artist Ruth Egon

✨ Who it’s for:

Anyone curious about expressive or abstract painting

No prior experience required

Choose from either an abstract or seascape-inspired theme!

Come and enjoy a creative, energising workshop that encourages experimentation, play, and personal expression within the inspiring setting of Liberation Art Gallery.

Experience the creative heart of Brighton by joining us at Liberation Art Gallery, nestled in the historic and beautifully winding Lanes. Surrounded by centuries-old architecture and vibrant local culture, this workshop invites you to slow down, explore, and truly take in the charm of the area. Inside the gallery, you’ll be immersed in inspiring artworks, a welcoming atmosphere, and the joy of creating amongst fellow art lovers. It’s not just a workshop—it's a moment of connection, creativity, and appreciation for Brighton’s artistic soul.

This workshop is ideal for beginners that haven't been creative for a while but want something different to do in Brighton. We make it a fun and friendly experience, focusing on your joyful experience, it's not too technical!

Ruth is an experienced workshop host and artist who creates colourful and uplifting botanical art.

All materials included.

If the day and time available for this workshop does not suit you, please email us at info@liberationartgallery.com - we always try to accommodate people where possible.

At Liberation Art Gallery CIC, we aim to create an inclusive and relaxing environment for all our workshop participants. Feel free to bring your own refreshments and we are BYOB friendly to enjoy during your session, making your experience even more comfortable and sociable. Our gallery also provides toilet and handwashing facilities, ensuring convenience and ease throughout your visit. With all workshop materials and tools provided, this setup allows you to fully enjoy your creative experience without worrying about additional costs, so you can focus entirely on making art and having fun.

Liberation Art Gallery CIC is a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making creativity accessible for everyone. Nestled in the heart of Brighton, our gallery and creative workshop and art therapy space reinvests all profits directly back into our community programmes, ensuring quality exhibition space for artists and individuals, families, and young people, especially those facing barriers to education, mental health support, or inclusion can access high-quality creative and therapeutic experiences. By joining our workshops and events, you’re not only nurturing your own creativity, but actively helping us deliver free and low-cost art therapy, outreach projects, and wellbeing initiatives to those who need it most.

Cancellation Policy:

We understand.that plans can change, and we do our best to be fair whilst protecting the sustainability of our workshops.

Cancellations or date changes must be made at least 48 hours before the scheduled.workshops

Cancellations made within 48 hours of the workshop or non attendance on the day are non-refundable

As a good-will gesture, we are happy to to offer a transfer to a future workshop of equal value subject to availability when at least 48 hours notice is given

Workshop credits must be used within 3 months of the original workshop date and cannot be exchanged for cash

We are unable to offer refunds or workshop transfers for same-day cancellations. As materials, artist fees and staffing are already commited.

In rare and exceptional circumstances please contact us directly. Any discretion offered is at Liberation Art gallery's discretion.

Booking a workshop at Liberation Art gallery you agree to our cancellations policy

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