Service Description

ONE DAY WORKSHOP IN NEW PLYMOUTH - DATE: Sunday November 1st 2026 - Time: 9.00am to 4.00pm - Venue: 49 Huatoki Street, New Plymouth (please park on the road) - $180 Per Person (all materials are supplied) KOTARE at REST is a ONE DAY WORKSHOP. After practising techniques using inks, paint, pens etc in the morning, you will paint your very own canvas. This class would be a great place for ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS to start! Also fun for non beginners who want to use new materials and techniques. Even if you’ve never held a paintbrush before, you WILL be able to manage this painting. I’m always on hand to help out and rescue students when necessary. Worried about drawing / patterning? (most people ARE!) Never Fear. I’ve got PLENTY of resources to help. Promise! Just wear old clothes, BRING YOUR LUNCH and be ready for a fun time! You Will Learn… Which brushes / sponges / inks / art pens to use. How to blend inks using water, sponges, brushes etc. How to block in the base colours then paint detailed feathers etc over top. (Using my resources to help you) What’s supplied? ALL MATERIALS FOR THE DAY ARE SUPPLIED, INCLUDING A CANVAS. (Inks, sponges, brushes, pencils, gel pens, heavy A4 paper, a canvas etc) Step-by-step instruction sheets to use in class. (You are welcome to photograph them for future reference.) Class Size: Up to 12 students. Where Are Classes Held? 49 Huatoki Street, New Plymouth PLEASE PARK ON THE ROAD then walk round the back of the house. Enter the workshop through the ranch sliders. (four steps) If you have mobility issues please let me know beforehand and you can enter via a ramp. No problemo. Bring your own lunch. Tea and coffee supplied. This will be a very busy, but relaxing day. Contact Me: If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me, any time, at jayetavalentine@gmail.com or 021-881-319. Don’t be shy. I’m always happy to chat!