Workshops & Events
Japanese Ink Painting Workshop
At a Diversity Day event at a primary school, I had the pleasure of introducing the art of Japanese ink painting to three Year 6 classes. I shared what this type of art is and why it’s so captivating, then taught the students how to grind ink and use the brush. They each created a painting of a dragon, a traditional and popular motif in Asia.
Unlike digital art, Japanese ink painting is irreversible—once the brush touches the paper, it cannot be undone. I encouraged the students to embrace imperfection and happy accidents, and to enjoy the expressive nature of this medium.
It was truly inspiring to see their eyes light up as they engaged with the ink. Even though they were all painting the same subject, each dragon reflected their own unique personality, making every piece wonderfully expressive.
Cancer Research Charity Art Sale
I had the opportunity to sell my Japanese ink paintings of a dragon, as well as red and white plum blossoms, at the charity art sale for Cancer Research UK during the Easter festival at West Drayton Academy in London.
Japanese Ink Painting Workshop
As part of the Diversity Day event, I held the workshop to the introduction to Japanese ink painting for all the Year 3 students. The lesson began with an introduction to the history of the painting, followed by each student grinding their own ink using an inkstone and ink stick. They then used two different brushes on washi paper to paint either this year’s zodiac animal, the dragon, or a motif of their choice.
The workshop was very well received and a great success.