Join me at my Loch studio where I will share with you what I know about making paint and paintings from earth, as well as brewing and making your own paint colours from some unexpected sustainable sources.

You will spend a productive and thoughtful morning mixing and filling a pan of your own handmade paint to take home. We will also discuss finding your own earth pigments, what to look for and consider if you are interested in going out and collecting your own materials to make paint later.

Once you have made some beautiful natural colours to play with, we can spend time time experimenting and painting together. There is no need to be an artist, or have any experience at all. It’s simply about enjoying yourself and learning a new thing.

Key details:

• Address: 1 Clarence street Loch Vic

• Best way to come - by car, no public transport to Loch apart from V-line bus. Parking is easy.

• Start time 10am, finish is a flexible 1pm. I am happy to have visitors stay and spend more time in the studio.

• What to bring: All materials are included.

• You will also receive a copy of my natural paint e-book to refer back to later (so you don’t need to stress about taking notes!).

• Maddi’s tiny bakery is on site for all your coffee, tea and baked good desires.

• There are also lots of lovely places to eat a bigger lunch in Loch afterwards.

• This class is designed and paced for adults, older, interested children are welcome, but must be accompanied by their parent.

• There are loud noises and some not-so-nice grinding sounds in this class - if you have sensitivity to noises please feel free to bring and wear noise cancelling headphones or ear plugs. I am also available to assist you in any elements of the class that you find difficult or sensory/overwhelming/unpleasant. It’s supposed to be fun - just let me know at any time if it’s not for you!

• If you have questions - lucyhersey@live.com