Paint it Bold: the Magic of Acrylic: A Colour Mixing Workshop with Helen Evans

If you've ever struggled to mix the right colour, felt frustrated by muddy results, or been overwhelmed by all the confusing colour theory jargon, this workshop is for you.

Join artist Helen Evans for a hands-on day of learning and discovery, where you'll explore the full potential of acrylic paint and gain lasting confidence in your colour mixing.

Helen will guide you through her proven approach to mixing a huge range of vibrant colours using just seven paints plus white—no more overflowing paint boxes needed!

You’ll learn:

• How to use acrylics with confidence—from mediums and brushes to layering and finishing

• The fundamentals of colour: colour wheel, value, tints, shades, saturation, and more

• How to mix clean, neutral tones without using black

• Practical tips to avoid making mud

• What all those tricky colour terms really mean (analogous, complementary, chromaticity, etc.)

• Whether you're a beginner or just want to refresh your skills, this fun and friendly workshop will transform the way you work with colour.

No experience necessary.

Just bring your curiosity (and wear old clothes—things might get messy!).

About Helen Evans

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Helen Evans’ art is bursting with exuberant colour and texture realised in acrylic on board. She is currently exploring autobiographical still life after completing an extensive collection of botanical work. Helen starts with observational drawing from life developing images into richly layered acrylic paintings on board.

Helen is known for generous teaching, sharing everything she has learnt during her long career and believes in giving you the tools to facilitate ease in your art practice. She doesn't hold back on artistic trade secrets.

Helen has been a full-time artist since completing her MA in England. Her work has been exhibited widely internationally and is held in private, public, and corporate collections.

Notes for Workshop Participants

• Please arrive 15 minutes before the workshop start time to get settled in our Workshop Area

• Workshops are held in the Mezzanine, located upstairs within The Churn Room

• Street parking is available on Williams Street

• Workshop participants must wear closed in shoes and have long hair tied back.

• We suggest wearing comfortable, breathable clothes suitable for warm weather conditions - we have fans, but our building is not air-conditioned

• Access to the Mezzanine may be difficult for persons with significant mobility issues. It is not wheelchair accessible. Please consider this prior to booking.

Workshop Terms & Conditions