Ink Basics Workshop

Join Artist Becca Grey at Chat Noir for a beginner-friendly introduction and exploration to ink.

In this 2-hour workshop, we invite you to express, observe, and draw with intention. We’ll explore the expressive and unpredictable nature of ink—learning to embrace marks, mistakes, and the beauty of imperfection.

Through a series of guided exercises, you’ll experiment with mark-making, tonal washes, layering, and texture, while developing a more intuitive way of drawing. Rather than striving for perfect outcomes, this workshop focuses on capturing moments, ideas, and impressions as they unfold.

Becca is an NMU Honours graduate in painting and a Chat Noir employee whose practice extends across multiple mediums, driven by a curiosity for experimentation.

What's Included (for use during the workshop)

• Black ink, palettes, paper and workshop materials
• Refreshments: water and hot beverages of your choice

What You'll Take Home

• Round size 8 Brush
• 0.3 Micron ink pen
• A5 watercolour hot press pad
• Black Drawing ink
• Your own completed ink experiments and artworks

What to Bring

• A willingness to experiment and express
• Clothes or an apron you don't mind getting ink on

Age: 13+

Experience level: No previous experience needed.

Ticket option: Workshop Ticket — includes the full 2-hour workshop, all materials, coffee and water, one brush and one micron pen, practice papers, black drawing ink, an A5 watercolour paper pad and your finished artworks to take home.

Limited seats available. Booking is essential.