Join us at Liberation Art Gallery for a relaxing and creative silk painting workshop, where participants will design and paint a beautiful floral artwork on silk, stretched within an embroidery hoop.

In this guided session, you’ll be introduced to the basics of silk painting, learning how dyes flow on silk and how to layer colour to create soft, expressive floral designs. Working within an embroidery hoop frame, participants will create a finished textile piece that is both delicate and vibrant.

This workshop is a 2-hour silk painting introduction that introduces new materials, encourages self-expression in your painting choice, and allows you to slow down and enjoy the creative process. It encourages taking time, noticing materials, responding intuitively, and allowing the artwork to evolve without pressure. Slowing down the creative process helps regulate the nervous system, reduces performance anxiety, and supports mindfulness, presence, and self-connection.

Slow Painting is an intentional, unhurried way of making art.
Participants are invited to pause, observe, layer, and respond gradually to materials rather than rushing toward a finished product.

This workshop is suitable for beginners and those with some creative experience. The focus is on exploration, colour, and enjoyment rather than technical perfection. By the end of the session, you’ll take home your completed silk artwork—ready to hang as a decorative piece or gift.

All materials are provided, and step-by-step guidance will be available throughout the workshop.

✨ What you’ll make:

• A hand-painted silk floral artwork
• Mounted in an embroidery hoop and ready to hang

✨ What’s included:

• Silk fabric, dyes, tools, and embroidery hoop
• Guided instruction in a supportive gallery setting

✨ Who it’s for:

• Beginners and anyone curious about textile art
• No prior silk painting experience required

Enjoy a calm, creative session exploring colour and texture, and leave with a unique handmade artwork to treasure.

Experience the creative heart of Brighton by joining us at Liberation Art Gallery, nestled in the historic and beautifully winding Lanes. Surrounded by centuries-old architecture and vibrant local culture, this workshop invites you to slow down, explore, and truly take in the charm of the area. Inside the gallery, you’ll be immersed in inspiring artworks, a welcoming atmosphere, and the joy of creating amongst fellow art lovers. It’s not just a workshop—it’s a moment of connection, creativity, and appreciation for Brighton’s artistic soul.

This workshop is ideal for beginners that haven’t been creative for a while but want something different to do in Brighton. We make it a fun and friendly experience, focusing on your joyful experience, it’s not too technical!

Ruth Egon is a mixed media artist, and studied printed textiles at university. She is inspired by the resilience and abundance of nature, and is a resident artist at Liberation Art Gallery. She aims to inspire and build confidence in workshops, particularly in those that have never been creative or had a long break from creativity – to spread the joy of making.

All materials included.

If the day and time available for this workshop does not suit you, please email us at info@liberationartgallery.com – we always try to accommodate people where possible.

At Liberation Art Gallery CIC, we aim to create an inclusive and relaxing environment for all our workshop participants. Feel free to bring your own refreshments and we are BYOB friendly to enjoy during your session, making your experience even more comfortable and sociable. Our gallery also provides toilet and handwashing facilities, ensuring convenience and ease throughout your visit. With all workshop materials and tools provided, this setup allows you to fully enjoy your creative experience without worrying about additional costs, so you can focus entirely on making art and having fun.

Liberation Art Gallery CIC is a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making creativity accessible for everyone. Nestled in the heart of Brighton, our gallery and creative workshop and art therapy space reinvests all profits directly back into our community programmes, ensuring quality exhibition space for artists and individuals, families, and young people, especially those facing barriers to education, mental health support, or inclusion can access high-quality creative and therapeutic experiences. By joining our workshops and events, you’re not only nurturing your own creativity, but actively helping us deliver free and low-cost art therapy, outreach projects, and wellbeing initiatives to those who need it most.

Cancellation Policy:

We understand.that plans can change, and we do our best to be fair whilst protecting the sustainability of our workshops.

• Cancellations or date changes must be made at least 48 hours before the scheduled.workshops
• Cancellations made within 48 hours of the workshop or non attendance on the day are non-refundable

• As a good-will gesture, we are happy to to offer a transfer to a future workshop of equal value subject to availability when at least 48 hours notice is given
• Workshop credits must be used within 3 months of the original workshop date and cannot be exchanged for cash
• We are unable to offer refunds or workshop transfers for same-day cancellations. As materials, artist fees and staffing are already commited.
• In rare and exceptional circumstances please contact us directly. Any discretion offered is at Liberation Art gallery’s discretion.
• Booking a workshop at Liberation Art gallery you agree to our cancellations policy