The Shape of Attention - Parent and Child Studio Workshop

Book a date with your child - two hours set aside for shared creativity.

The Shape of Attention is a Slow Sundays studio workshop designed for parents and children to slow down, learn the art of observation and paint, side-by-side.

Together we’ll explore perception - how light, shadow, colour and form shift depending on where and how we look.

The session begins with a gentle floor introduction exploring how attention shapes what we notice. From there, we move to a beautifully curated studio table inspired by late summer - natural objects, seasonal forms, shifting light.

Each participant will be guided through a drawing exercise before creating their own painting using gouache on fine art paper.

No two works will be the same - each painting emerging from individual observation and interpretation. Parents and children will create their own works side by side.

This is not about copying. It is about learning to see - and understanding that the individuality of our perception shapes our experience of the world around us.

What’s included:

– Studio session led by Emma Benichou

– Guided exploration of perception and attention

– Curated still-life installation

– Gouache paints & quality A4 watercolour paper

– Brushes and materials provided

– Light refreshments (tea & seasonal treats)

12 seats only.

This workshop is designed for a parent (or grandparent/aunt/uncle etc) and child/ren.

Adult participation required, please book one adult and at least one child per booking.

Additional children may be added to a booking.

Suitable for ages 5+ (children, teens, adults and seniors welcome :)

For any questions, please contact studio@emmabenichou.com.au