Mindful Painting, Meditation and Nature Explorations

Join inspiring watercolour artist Kristina Kivu for a day of playful explorations of art, nature and mindfulness. This workshop is a gentle invitation to slow down, relax your nervous system and nurture your creativity.

We’ll begin the day with a peaceful, grounding meditation to ease into a relaxed mindset. The meditation is followed by some simple mindful art activities in the studio, exploring how making art is a process, focusing on how it feels in your body rather than how it looks. Through each slow brushstroke, you’ll connect with the power of mindfulness, allowing yourself to let go and enjoy the creative flow.

Next, we’ll step into the beautiful cottage garden for an immersive experience in nature. You can either choose to do some simple sketches or just simply be present in the environment. What excites you, what draws you in? Sounds, smells, colours, shapes, textures? You will learn the art of noticing, breathing it all in and responding to what surrounds you. Another fun part of the day will be gathering some materials that we will later use in the studio for playful mark making or for painting inspiration.

Returning indoors, we’ll continue our mindful art explorations, working with memories and impressions from our time in nature. There are no rules, just pure creative play. You might create something that resembles a natural form, or just make abstract art, shapes, marks. The important aspect is to remain grounded in the present moment, always coming back to how making art feels in your body.

We will end the session with time to share reflections and experiences, along with a Q&A to address any thoughts that arise.

Who is this for?
This workshop is open to everyone – whether you’re an artist, a creative soul, or simply seeking a day of relaxation and reconnection. No prior art experience is needed.

What’s included?
All art materials are included, including a watercolor painting kit for you to take home.

• A peaceful and inspiring environment to explore creativity in the grounds of Jane Austen’s House
• Gentle guidance in meditation, mindfulness and intuitive art-making
• Time in nature to inspire your artistic process

Refreshments:
Refreshments will be provided, including morning tea/coffee and biscuits, and afternoon tea and cake. There will also be a lunchbreak when you can eat your own packed lunch or adjourn to get lunch elsewhere (we suggest the village cafe, Cassandra’s Cup, which is very close!)

About Kristina:
Kristina is an intuitive watercolor artist with a deep commitment to mindfulness and meditation. She is passionate about art as a process of self-expression, play, and inner connection. Her workshops provide a space to relax, play, explore, and restore – blending creativity with mindfulness to create a truly unique experience. Find out more.

“Art is more than something we make – it’s something we feel. It’s movement, energy, calm, presence and the ultimate self expression.”

Details:
Date: Friday 12 September
Time: 10.30am – 4.30pm
Location: This event is at Jane Austen’s House in Chawton. Find us
Tickets: £95

 This event includes refreshments, please let us know on booking if you have any dietary requirements.

 Tickets for this event include House entry for this day only. 

 This event is part of our Persuasion Festival, running from 12 – 21 September 2025