At the Easter weekend, our studio became a tranquil creative haven as we hosted our first Painting Calm workshop of the year. While the world outside buzzed with holiday energy, inside we embraced the quiet joy of watercolours—a perfect way to balance the festive season with moments of peaceful creation.
An Untutored Easter Escape
Held on the Sunday of the long Easter weekend, this self-guided watercolour session offered a different kind of holiday activity—one of slowing down and reconnecting with creativity. As your facilitator, I provided gentle support and demonstrations when needed, but the true magic came from each artist's personal exploration of the medium.
Our Easter-themed still life featured:
Delicate spring blooms (daffodils and hyacinths)
Pastel-coloured eggs nestled in textured nests
Sunlit citrus slices and flowing fabrics
Fresh greenery symbolising renewal
Why Watercolours for Easter Mindfulness?
The medium's natural qualities mirrored our seasonal themes:
The rebirth of colours as they bloomed on wet paper
The patience required between layers, like waiting for Easter's arrival
The lightness of translucent washes, echoing spring's delicate energy
