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Let's explore what happens when cylindrical cardboard shapes are used as stamping tools to create organic printed plants and floral forms on paper.

  • Stamping and printing with cardboard tubes will be used as principle elements for this workshop
  • Explore how a dip pen can be used to create a variety of lines and shapes.
  • Discover how to layer colours with water-soluble mixed media
  • Combine acrylic ink stamped marks effectively with watercolour.
  • Use limited colour palettes to create impactful plants and floral artworks
  • Playing is central to this workshop, come and surprise yourself

Imaginary florals in mixed media 

Explore ways to create stylised plant structures and imaginary florals by means of stamping with cardboard tubes and basic art materials. We'll use acrylic inks, watercolour, water soluble Neocolor II crayons with the optional addition of carrots and pigment ink stamp pads. We'll look at Anna Zemankova's imaginary floral and plant shapes for added inspiration for this workshop.

Be inspired to play and try a different way to create imaginary florals
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Esté MacLeod is known for her stylised plants, florals and bird themed artworks. She is a professional artist with a background in textile design. Esté is a curious creative with a maximalist mindset and a love of colour. She regularly collaborates with brands who embrace bold patterns and joyful designs.

Esté is based in Berkshire, England. Born and raised in South Africa, she relocated to the UK in 1999. Her art practice covers fine art, design, and education.

Be inspired

Explore ways to use simple materials and processes to create impactful artworks.

Learn the skills

Expand your knowledge of using water soluble materials to create layered florals.

Continue on

Play and discover new ways to develop your very own authentic imaginary florals

Come and get creative with us!

Imaginary Florals in Mixed Media

with Este MacLeod

Let's explore what happens when cylindrical cardboard shapes are used as stamping tool to create organic printed plants and floral forms on paper.

  • Stamping and printing with cardboard tubes will be used as principle elements for this workshop
  • Explore how a dip pen can be used to create a variety of lines and shapes.
  • Discover how to layer colours with water-soluble mixed media
  • Combine acrylic ink stamped marks effectively with watercolour.
  • Use limited colour palettes to create impactful plants and floral artworks
  • Playing is central to this workshop, come and surprise yourself
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Hi. I'm Margo.

I’m so glad you’ve found your way here.

I have spent basically my whole life immersed in some sort of creative project or another. I love putting art out into the world, especially the work of other creatives.

With decades of experience in design, product development, licensing, and creative direction, I’ve built a career around supporting artists in doing what they do best. That’s what led me to create Tantau Studio, host the Windowsill Chats podcast, and share through courses, mentoring, and now, Windowsill Workshops.

I hope this space brings you joy, inspiration, and room to creatively grow. I’m cheering you on as you keep showing up.

I see you shining!

 xxo Margo

And in case you've got some questions.... I've put together some answers below. 

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