Geared for young artists who want to deepen their storytelling and illustration skills, embrace mixed media techniques and build confidence using mixed media for artistic voice and illustration. Students engage in advanced techniques, composition, texturing, mark making, and working with layers in this mentor-led workshop.
We’re hosting it for celebrating Halloween on this October Half Term, Book for 1 day/ 2 days/ 3 days/ 4 days / all 5 days, each session is designed and students take their creation with them.
We use professional art materials and it’s all included with your booking.
Dates and Time:
Monday 26th October - 1.30pm to 3.00pm
Tuesday 27th October - 1.30pm to 3.00pm
Wednesday 28th October - 6.30pm to 8.00pm
Friday 30th October - 6.30pm to 8.00pm
Saturday 31st October - 2.30pm to 4.00pm
Location: The Art Hub at Reading Bike Hub, Town Centre Reading, UK.
Important Parent Note: Parents must remain on-site during the workshop. Because restrooms are downstairs and children cannot go unaccompanied, a guardian must be present to assist. A comfortable seating area is provided for you to relax while your child creates!
Creative Oasis with Artist Gunja
Hi, I'm Artist Gunja — illustrator, artist, and the person behind Creative Oasis.
Storytelling is at the heart of everything I teach. Before a child picks up a brush, a pencil, or a piece of charcoal, I ask them one question — what do you want to create today? Their answer becomes the lesson. Their imagination leads the way.
This isn't just a teaching method — it's how I work as a professional illustrator. Every artwork starts with a story, and I bring that same approach into every session at Creative Oasis.