Host  a Group
Beginner Dot Painting Class

Want to host a class?

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You will need to provide:

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A quiet/private room with a table and chairs for all participants (6 maximum including host) to have at least a 24 square inch workspace per person.

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Good lighting is helpful, but I will provide some table lamps. I will need access to plug ins.

What will the class entail?

All supplies needed to complete a small art piece of a dot mandala will be provided.

Instruction and guidance for beginner dot painters – no experience required.

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We will begin the class with a short introduction to dot mandalas, dotting tools, dotting surfaces, paint types and usage, very simplified colour theory and a dot painting practice session followed by a step-by-step painting session to create a 4” mandala.

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Before we begin painting, we will take a very short meditation to ground ourselves and open our hearts and minds to creativity within ourselves with no expectations or limitations.

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We will explore colours and symmetrical design while being gentle on ourselves, accepting any flaws, allowing mistakes, and learning from them.

Time commitment: 3 hours from start to finish.

Snacks and beverages are up to you, however, avoiding food and drink at the painting table is ideal.

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There will be a short 15 minute break after the introduction (about 45 minutes into the class) before we begin the hands on portion of the class.

30 minutes – Introduction and explanation; 15 minutes practice sheets; 15 minute break; 2 hours to paint mandala

Class cost per person:

$45 per person (plus tax). All attendees including host must pay in advance by etransfer to paula@photoheart.ca. There is no obligation to purchase anything in addition to the class but there will be an opportunity for guests to purchase any supplies to get started on their painting journey.

Hostess will receive benefits, see next section.

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Host benefits!!!

Host does not have to pay for class if there are more than 3 attendees.

Host will receive a 10% discount on any Kit for 3* attendees.

Host will receive a 15% discount on any Kit for 5* attendees.

One free gift for hosting as a thank you.

*in addition to Host.

In this class you will learn:

• basic dot painting techniques

• how to create a colourful mandala on a 4-inch canvas

• to design a mandala without the need for a bunch of fancy supplies

• a short meditation to centre yourself before you begin each painting

• simple colour theory

Requirements:

•   No previous art or painting experience required

•   All supplies will be provided for in-person classes

•   A willingness to let go of expectations and an open heart for self care

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This class will explore dot painting a mandala with simple techniques to create endless variations.

What you will leave the class with:

• A completed dot painted mandala

• Practice sheets to help improve your skills

• Opportunity to purchase tools and some supplies to get you started on your dot painting journey.

• Inspiration to dot and relax for your own personal self care.