DAWN CAWTHRA

ARTIST - DESIGNER - INSPIRATIONAL TEACHER

​I'm Dawn, a mixed media artist / designer and creative educator,

dedicated to spreading joy through vibrant colour and bold pattern.

I’m passionate about the transformative benefits of creativity, and I offer relaxed, easy to follow classes that explore a variety of techniques, designed to help you unlock your unique creative potential. ​

 

Back in the day, after a two year foundational art course, I completed a further three years with

The Society of Industrial Artists & Designers in graphics, interior and furniture design, 

landing myself a great job with Habitat in London, working with gorgeous fabrics and wallpapers.

Many years later I went on to study textile design and colour therapy, all of which add to the depth of my teaching, as I continue to explore amazing opportunities for wellbeing through art and creative play.

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At heart, my playful paintings and designs are simply the vessels

into which I can pour colour and add pattern.

Much of my art is created through a technique I call 'intuitive painting'. 

This involves creating layer upon layer of different colours and textures, producing

shapes and images that can then be worked into with finer detail.

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Rooted in spontaneity, my method frees me from traditional imagery,

allowing more imaginative expressions to emerge.

It is the most joyful, playful way I have ever experienced painting, as I never fully know

what will be revealed before I start, each brushstroke creating something new and unexpected.

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I hope you feel inspired to join me on a journey of self-discovery as you explore

 your own creative expression, enhancing your potential and well-being along the way.

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