To ticket holders attending my 17 May workshop:
Please please please DM me on Instagram @mayleneart so that I could tell you how to get access to my studio through the WAS gate. I cannot send messages to you via OutSavvy so I have to ask you to get in touch elsewhere. My apologies for all the inconvenience.
【Latest Update】Theme options for 17 May
- Acrylic painting on wood
- Tetra Pak printmaking
- Gel-plate printmaking
【General Introduction】
Create Aloud is a weekly art workshop designed to help you unwind, experiment with new techniques, and connect with your inner artist. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced creator, each session offers a fresh opportunity to explore a new theme and express yourself through art.
❗️IMPORTANT❗️Create Aloud is a recurring weekly workshop with different themes (mostly) every two weeks. When purchasing tickets, please make sure to select the right dates with the theme of your choice. For further details regarding each theme, please check the 【Latest Update】section above. You are also welcome to contact Maylene to discuss your own interest via Instagram @mayleneart.
Meet Your Tutor
Led by Maylene Chou, a practising illustrator studying for the prestigious MA in Children’s Book Illustration at Cambridge School of Art, ARU, these workshops offer expert guidance in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. She has also completed Online Drawing Development Year 2024, a post-graduate programme at Royal Drawing School, which has shaped her insights beyond illustration and into fine art.
In addition to her artistic practice, Maylene brings a rich academic background with two Master’s degrees in international politics and history (Peking University & LSE) and extensive PhD-level research experience (SOAS). Having left her PhD during the final year to pursue her passion for art, she understands the challenges of stepping outside your comfort zone and is committed to making creativity accessible to all. Her empathetic approach helps participants explore their creativity with confidence and joy.
What to Expect
• 🎨 Hands-on activities like greeting card making, gel plate printing, zine making, and coaster painting.
• 🌿 A calm and supportive environment focused on the therapeutic value of art.
• 👩🎨 Small group sizes (max. 3 participants) for personalised guidance.
• 💬 Bilingual Sessions: Conducted in both English and Chinese, depending on participants’ preferences.
• 🖌 All materials provided—just bring your creativity!
Why Choose Create Aloud?
With workshops priced at just £35 per session, which may vary according to materials provided, you’ll enjoy 3 hours of expert instruction, quality materials, and a unique, relaxing experience. For families, children under 16 can join for half price when accompanied by a full-paying adult.
Workshop Details
• 🗓 When: Every Saturday, 2–5 PM
• 📍 Where: Studio 215, Wimbledon Art Studios, SW17 0BB
Recurring Themes
Explore a new creative adventure each week! Here are some of our recurring themes:
• Card making: Create stunning greeting cards using collage, printmaking, and pop-up techniques.
• Zine Making: Design your own mini-magazine to share your story.
• Coaster Painting: Craft functional art to brighten your home.
✨ Create aloud, create your joy.