In this 4-week mixed media course, you’ll learn to layer graphite, acrylics, pen and collage to create richly textured, colourful paintings inspired by autumnal florals and the natural world. You’ll start by conquering the fear of the blank page — building up compositions through sketching, photography and gathering natural materials — and finish with a collection of work that’s distinctly and entirely your own.

Each session builds on the last, introducing new techniques for layering, collage and mark-making, with plenty of individual guidance along the way. By the end of the course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to keep going independently — and potentially a piece ready to exhibit.

Perfect for complete beginners, or improvers who’d like to experiment with new materials.

Laura Pearson-Clark is a Cambridge-based mixed media artist and muralist whose work explores the detailed, intricate forms found in nature — from local landscapes to the microscopic world of mycology. She brings an eco-conscious approach to her practice, reusing materials and incorporating collage from previous experimental work. Laura was selected as a wildcard artist on Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year 2026, and has been running her popular community Sketchbook Wednesday Club since 2021. She brings warmth, enthusiasm and a talent for making beginners feel genuinely at ease. See more of her work at art in the burrow.

A complementary sketchbook for each participant is included in the booking fees. All other materials will be included, and you’re welcome to bring flowers, objects or images from home to use as inspiration.

Places are limited to keep group sizes small and allow for individual attention, so it’s worth booking early.

Please note there are no sessions on Monday 26^th October and on Thursday 29^th October.