This is a fun activity in Kensington, London
Explore abstract painting in this welcoming workshop in Kensington led by artist Ana Benavides and discover the freedom of creative expression. Whether you're completely new to painting or you've done some creating before, this class is designed to help you explore colour, composition, texture, and mark-making in a relaxed environment. You'll learn how abstract artists create dynamic, expressive work whilst developing your own unique visual language.
Through guided exercises and demonstrations, Ana shares techniques, helping you build confidence and move beyond perfectionism to simply enjoy the creative process.
**What You'll Learn**
- Colour relationships and colour mixing
- Composition and balance in abstract art
- Layering techniques
- Mark-making and texture creation
- How to develop an abstract painting from start to finish
- Ways to overcome creative blocks and work more freely
By the end of the workshop, you'll have created your own abstract artwork to take home. Whether you're reconnecting with your creativity after a long time away or discovering it for the first time, this is a supportive and inspiring space to explore.
Looking for Something More Personalised?
If you have a particular painting in mind or would like to explore a more specific technique, Ana also offers bespoke private painting sessions tailored to your individual interests and goals.
Whether you’d like to recreate a reference image, work on a larger canvas, explore a particular style or develop a painting from scratch, your sessions can be designed around your ideas. Ana will help you determine the materials you’ll need and recommend the number of sessions best suited to your project.
Private sessions are available for individuals and pairs, with flexible packages depending on the complexity of your project and how much time you’d like to spend developing your work.
Whether you’re discovering abstract painting for the first time or have a specific creative vision you’d love to bring to life, this is an opportunity to explore, experiment and connect with your creativity.
Feel free to send Ana a message with your ideas, and she’ll be happy to help you plan a painting experience tailored to you.
