Hosting a party where friends can come together to paint mandalas, make handmade books, or try lino cutting can be a really special experience.

There’s something magical about spending time with friends, creating side by side. It can be relaxing, spark lively, fun conversation, and allow for peaceful moments where the silence feels just right. So many of us lead busy lives, and carving out time to slow down and connect with friends and get creative can be a great way to nourish the soul and reset the balance.

There’s a natural calm that comes with making mandalas. Their flowing, circular shapes have a way of settling the mind and bringing people into the moment. As everyone focuses on their own unique design, the space can gently fill with a shared sense of peace, like a collective meditation or buzz with chat and laughter.

I love hosting parties and organise everything and supply all the materials. All you have to do is supply the venue, any snacks and drinks and invite your friends. Coming together to create something beautiful, whether it’s painting mandalas, lino cutting and printing or making beautiful books, naturally invites an openness and a presence. There’s no need for perfection; my art parties are a gentle, welcoming way to explore creativity, especially for those who are hesitant or feel they’re not artistic. And at the end of the party, everyone leaves with more than just a finished piece of art, they go away remembering the warmth of shared time, laughter, and being together.

PARTIES & WORKSHOPS
If you would like to host a Dot Mandala making party for yourself and your friends, please do get in touch. All materials are provided and the cost is £100 for up to 5 people and £20 per person thereafter. Workshops are 2.5 - 3 hours long.