Painted China Workshop: Butterflies and Buds - Rye Harbour (18/05/25)

Tutor: Elaine Baker

Join us to learn the technique of using a pen and ink to create your own detailed nature-inspired designs on glazed china. This absorbing workshop is suitable for both beginners and more experienced artists and aimed at adults and ages 16 upwards. Under 18's need to be accompanied by an adult.

Elaine will bring along images and examples of her own butterfly, or moth, and plant illustrations to inspire you, as well as greenery collected from the local area. You’re welcome to bring your own images and foliage along too.

You can either create a design on one mug and a coaster or create a set of four coasters. There will be time to practice and refine your designs and all items will be kiln fired after the workshop, to make designs permanent. Items will be available to collect from the Discovery Centre a week later (postage will not be possible). Previous painted china workshop attendees said:

'I enjoyed being able to relax and create an art piece that I can be proud of '

'Creative and therapeutic. Course very well run. Great venue'

'Excellent teaching explaining about techniques and materials'

'The tutor was amazing'

Sussex-based artist Elaine has more than 30 years of experience as a porcelain painter. She loves to pass on her skills to others and has travelled all over the country teaching. Much of her inspiration comes from nature, particularly insects, see her Instagram page.

The day will include a break for lunch, our café is open from 9.30am until 4.15pm serving refreshments and light lunches.

Included in the price: All materials, kiln firing, final products and coffee or tea on arrival. 

Location: Meet at Rye Harbour Discovery Centre, Rye Harbour, TN31 7FW, see our website for how to find us.

Booking essential: Scroll down to book, please click here to read our Course and Event booking and cancellation Terms & Conditions.

Accessibility: Rye Harbour Discovery Centre is a wheelchair-friendly venue, with a step-free entrance ramp. Our toilet facilities include two that are wheelchair accessible.

Contact: If you have any queries, email us at [email protected]