Workshops, Talks, and Demonstrations

Bring colour, creativity, and energy to your art society or event with an inspiring session led by mixed media artist Sam B. Kennedy. Sam is available for both in-person and online events, offering flexible options to suit a wide range of audiences and organisations.

Best known for her vibrant, graffiti-inspired animal paintings, Sam creates striking compositions through dynamic layers of paint, collage, and expressive mark-making. With over eight years of professional teaching experience, she delivers engaging, informative, and enjoyable sessions which have garnered excellent feedback from participants.

Sam shares her expertise in building mixed media layers effectively, demystifying contemporary techniques and encouraging participants to experiment with confidence. Whether you’re seeking a captivating demonstration, an immersive workshop, or an enlightening art history talk, Sam’s sessions are designed to educate, inspire, and energise.

Sam welcomes bookings from: Art societies and clubs, Galleries and arts organisations, Secondary schools and colleges, Corporate groups, Creative retreats and holiday providers.

Learn about the what Sam can offer

  • Sam’s hands-on workshops provide participants with the opportunity to explore contemporary mixed media techniques in a supportive and inspiring environment. Attendees will learn how to build layers effectively, develop confidence with colour and composition, and create their own vibrant artwork.

    Workshop Subjects:

    • Mixed Media Beetle

    • Mixed Media Crab

    Workshops cover:

    • Layering techniques and surface preparation

    • Colour, texture, and composition

    • Combining traditional and contemporary materials

    • Developing a bold, expressive visual style

    To ensure accessibility and ease of use, oil and spray paints can be omitted from workshop sessions if required.

    Sessions can be delivered with the assistance of a visualiser, allowing learners to see close-up demonstrations of each stage in real time.

  • Sam’s demonstrations offer a fascinating insight into her creative process, guiding audiences through the development of a contemporary mixed media artwork from concept to completion. Along the way, she shares professional tips, techniques, and practical advice on building successful layered compositions.

    Demonstration Subjects:

    • Mixed Media Seagull

    • Mixed Media Crab

    Techniques and Materials Explored:

    • Acrylic paint

    • Oil paint

    • Spray paint

    • Collage

    • Oil pastel

    • Metallic leaf

    These sessions are ideal for art societies seeking an engaging and educational presentation that provides both artistic inspiration and technical insight.

  • Sam delivers engaging and accessible art history lectures designed to spark curiosity and deepen understanding. These talks are ideal for art societies, educational institutions, and cultural organisations.

    Popular topics include:

    • The History of Women in Art- Celebrating pioneers who reshaped the artistic landscape.

    • Art & Identity- Exploring how artists express culture, gender, and self through their work.

    • Frida Kahlo: Life and Legacy- A compelling deep dive into one of the most iconic artists of the 20th century.

    • Bespoke Topics- Tailored lectures available upon negotiation.

  • Sam’s online workshops and demonstrations offer the same high-quality experience as her in-person events. Using a professional visualiser, she provides clear, close-up views of her process so participants can follow every detail with ease.

    All demonstrations and workshops listed above can be delivered online, making them accessible to art societies and organisations worldwide.

  • In-Person Demonstrations

    • 2-hour demonstration: £170

    • 3-hour demonstration: £220
      Travel charged at 45p per mile from GU24.

    In-Person Workshops

    • 4-hour workshop: £300

    • 6-hour workshop: £400
      Travel charged at 45p per mile from GU24. Participants provide their own materials.

    Online Demonstrations

    • 2-hour demonstration: £150

    • 3-hour demonstration: £200

    Online Workshops

    • 2-hour workshop: £160

    • 3-hour workshop: £210

    • 4-hour workshop: £280
      Participants provide their own materials.

    Talks & Lectures

    • 1-hour talk: £85

    • 1 ½ -hour talk: £120
      Travel charged at 45p per mile from GU24.

    Holidays & Retreats

    • Price available on request

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Testimonial

“'We booked Sam to do a full day mixed media workshop for our art society members. We had 15 people on the day and her experience as a teacher meant she easily catered for the size of our group and varying abilities. Sam arrived really well prepared and guided us step by step throughout the day.

In addition, we got to try some fun materials that none of us had used before! The end result was that everybody went home with a really great piece of art, the feedback from our members was excellent, many thought it was one of the most enjoyable workshops that they had attended.

Sam is just like her artwork, bright, happy and colourful, it was a joy to have her and we will definitely be inviting back in the future!”

Tracy Aldous & TJ Cipullo on Behalf of Woking Art Society