Botanical Collage - Tweed Seniors Festival 2025

Botanical Art Workshop – A Creative Journey Through Nature 

Studio 16, M|Arts Precinct, Murwillumbah

Tweed Seniors Festival Event

Join us for a hands-on botanical collage workshop and explore the art of nature-inspired design! Using freshly picked seeds, flowers, and leaves, you'll create stunning flatlay/collage compositions while learning the basics of composition, storytelling, and color harmony. No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity and a love for nature!

Who is it for?

This workshop is perfect for beginners, artists, and nature lovers looking to explore a new creative technique.

What will you learn?

• Essential techniques for crafting beautiful botanical compositions
• How to arrange and photograph your botanical collage for social media or personal projects
• Ways to preserve plants and incorporate them into creative works

Workshop Outline

Introduction:

What is Botanical Flatlay & Collage?

• Discover the meaning, history and evolution of flatlay collage as an art medium.

Basic Composition Techniques

• Master the principles of balance, space, color, and shape in collage

Creating Your Botanical Collage

• Choosing Backgrounds & Elements: Tips for selecting the right materials
• Simple Arrangements: How to design a visually engaging composition with a storytelling element
• Other Botanical Art Techniques: Learn how to prepare and preserve plants for future projects

Capturing Your Artwork

• Smartphone Photography Tips: How to take stunning flatlay photos using just your smartphone

Summary & Takeaway

Each participant will photograph their composition or receive a file copy of their artwork as a keepsake.

Workshop Details

Location: Studio 16, M|Arts Precinct, Murwillumbah

Duration: 1.5 hours

All materials and equipment provided

Our pop-up bar is open on Saturdays—stay for a drink after the workshop!