Calming Watercolour Workshops — Melbourne
Slow down, breathe, and reconnect with your creativity in a gentle, welcoming space.
Workshops designed for calm — not skill.
No experience needed. All materials provided.
Small, supportive groups • Beginners warmly welcome
Hear from Women Who Came for Calm in 2025
“Beautiful Art Workshop,
allows time to calm down and centre yourself, very relaxing and great activities.”
Lucy- 51
“lovely calm and welcoming vibe…really enjoyed the watercolour activities and mindful ideas…A lovely calming end to the weekend”
Rachel- 38
“Within minutes
of the first activity
I felt calmer.
Amazing!”
Jo- 55
What You’ll Experience-
A calm, supportive environment — perfect for slowing your mind
Guided watercolour activities that prioritise process over perfection
Relaxing music and gentle pace
Lavender tea and mindful creative play
Simple projects like cards, bookmarks and nature-inspired art
All materials provided
Suitable for all skill levels.
How Our Workshops Flow-
1. We settle in together
Gentle welcome, tea, and soft music to shift into calm mode
2. We paint mindfully
Guided watercolour activities with emphasis on feeling, not judgment
3. We reflect + leave lighter
Enjoy your creations and the feeling of having slowed down
Workshops at the Chestnut Tree Bookshop
Fridays 7pm to 8:30pm & Sundays 4:30pm to 6pm
📍The Chestnut Tree Bookshop, 542 Barkly St, West Footscray, Melbourne Vic
2026 dates-
Feb 27- Friday Evening SOLD OUT
Mar 22- Sunday Afternoon SOLD OUT
April 24- Friday Evening SOLD OUT
May 24- Sunday Afternoon
May 29- Friday Evening
Bookings
In Partnership with The Chestnut Tree Bookshop and proudly supported by the City of Maribyrnong
Sundays 3pm to 5pm
📍Louis Joel Art & Community Centre, 5 Sargood Street Altona Beach, Melbourne
Click “Book this Class” to view dates and to secure your place
Why This Workshop Helps
✔ Rediscover calm and focus
✔ Break out of busy thinking
✔ Reconnect with play, curiosity and creativity
✔ Enjoy time that’s just for you
✔ Create beautiful keepsakes while you relax
Your Artist & Facilitator
I’m Em Power Moore — artist, educator, and lover of mindful creativity. I’ve been guiding art experiences for over 30 years, and I created these workshops to help women like you find calm and ease through colour and process.
I believe creativity is for every body — especially when life feels busy.
“I’d love to meet you at a workshop with kindness, Em
FAQ
Do I need experience?
No — this workshop is about feeling calm, not expertise.
What should I bring?
Just you! Everything else is included.
Is this suitable for my age?
Absolutely — many participants are 40–70+ and love the pace.
Ready to Slow Down & Create?
👉 Select your date and reserve your space below
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