Japanese Sumi-e ink painting workshop for a small group up to 6 people

Sumi-e Japanese Ink Painting Workshop – Bamboo

Winchester | Small Group Session

Event Details

Date: Saturday 17 October 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location: The Yard Studios, Matley's Yard, Wharf Hill, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 9NQ

Fee: £45 (includes all materials)

Age Requirement: 16+

Group Size: Max. 6 participants

About this Event

Join artist Junko O'Neill for a relaxing, hands-on introduction to Sumi-e, or Suibokuga—the traditional Japanese art of ink wash painting.

In this three-hour workshop, you'll explore the theme of Bamboo learning how to express the essence of the subject through minimal, elegant brushwork, thoughtful composition, and the use of negative space. You'll work with traditional materials—black ink, handmade brushes, ink stone, and sumi stick—and be guided through each step in a calm and focused environment.

This session is ideal for beginners, with no previous experience required.

Workshop Content

A brief introduction to the origins and philosophy of Sumi-e

How to prepare your own ink using an ink stone and sumi stick

How to hold and control the brush for various mark-making styles

Foundational brushstroke techniques and practice

Guided step-by-step painting of the theme

How to approach painting mindfully, with simplicity and intention

What’s Included

Friendly, step-by-step instruction and demonstration

Use of all traditional tools and materials

A completed Sumi-e artwork to take home

Small group format (max. 6 participants) for plenty of personal guidance

Optional purchase of materials available after the session

Materials

All tools and materials are provided. A small selection of tools will also be available to purchase at the end of the workshop, if you'd like to continue practising at home.

Things to know

Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting ink on (or bring an old shirt)

Limited parking available—please contact in advance if needed

Studio is wheelchair accessible; however, toilet facilities are not

Booking & Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Spaces are limited, so advance booking is essential.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact: info@junkooneill.com (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/manage/events/1671691296669/details)

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Private Workshops

Private sessions can also be arranged for groups of 4-6 participants. Please get in touch if you would like to organise one.

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Gift Vouchers

Workshop Gift Voucher £45 (valid for one year) is available to purchase. Please visit www.junkooneill.com/workshops-sumie (https://www.junkooneill.com/workshops-sumie)

Description supplied by the event organiser.