A Private Ink & Mark Making Masterclass
A hosted studio experience exploring ink, breath, gesture, and attention through the quieter rituals of painting practice.
Join Rod in his country studio and immerse yourself in the daily rituals and processes that sit at the centre of his life and painting practice.
In a world of constant digital stimulation, Rod creates quietly powerful work using analogue materials and time-honoured methods. This immersive experience invites participants to step away from distraction and enter a slower rhythm of attention, breath, and presence.
Through guided instruction, demonstrations, conversation, and self-directed exploration, participants are introduced to the emotional and physical language of abstract mark making.
Working with Rod’s signature black ink, traditional Asian papers, and mindful brush techniques, the session explores the relationship between gesture, movement, breath, and awareness.
Participants are guided through simple breath-led exercises used within Rod’s own practice, learning to approach painting not as performance, but as an embodied act of attention.
Limited to just two participants, the experience allows space for deeper conversation, slower observation, and highly personalised guidance throughout the day.
Throughout the experience, you are encouraged to cultivate confidence through brevity of mark, intuitive movement, and moments of creative flow. The resulting ink works become visual records of presence — artefacts of process, stillness, and lived experience.
No previous artistic experience is required — only a willingness to slow down and pay attention.
Participants often leave with a renewed sense of calm, a deeper connection to process, and a more embodied relationship with creativity and attention.
Who This Is For
Beginners welcome
No artistic experience required
Suitable for creatives, collectors, reflective practitioners, and those seeking a slower, more intentional experience
Ideal for individuals interested in process-led creativity and mindful practice
Intimate two-person experience
What You Will Experience
Participants may experience:
Guided mark making exercises
Breath-led attention practices
Demonstrations of brush handling and ink techniques
Exploration of gesture, repetition, and flow state
Personal reflection and journaling moments
Insight into Rod’s studio rituals and working process
Shared conversation over a hosted lunch
Highly personalised guidance throughout the day
There is no expectation to perform, share, or “be good” at art.
Sample Day Rhythm
Arrival tea & grounding
Introduction to materials, ritual, and studio practice
Guided breath and mark making exercises
Demonstration and personal exploration
Reflective pause & journaling
Hosted vegetarian lunch in the house or garden
Afternoon ink practice & personalised guidance
Closing reflections and integration
The Studio & Shared Lunch
Part of the experience includes a shared vegetarian lunch hosted by Rod in the house or garden, depending on the season and weather.
The meal is intentionally woven into the rhythm of the day — an opportunity to slow down further, step away from devices, and continue conversations around creativity, attention, and practice in a relaxed domestic setting.
Home-made vegetarian food and refreshments are provided throughout the day. Dietary requirements or allergies can be catered for with advance notice.
Practical Details
Location: Artist’s Studio, Kent
Date: See dates below for next three months
Arrival: 9.30am
Session begins: 10.00am
Duration: Full Day Experience (approx. 6 hours)
Participants: Maximum 2 people
Age guidance: 18+
Accessibility: The studio does not currently have ramp access
Materials included: Yes
What to wear: Comfortable clothing suitable for working with ink
Parking: Parking available on drive
Nearest station: Wye (taxis must be pre-booked)
A Private Ink & Mark Making Masterclass
A hosted studio experience exploring ink, breath, gesture, and attention through the quieter rituals of painting practice.
Join Rod in his country studio and immerse yourself in the daily rituals and processes that sit at the centre of his life and painting practice.
In a world of constant digital stimulation, Rod creates quietly powerful work using analogue materials and time-honoured methods. This immersive experience invites participants to step away from distraction and enter a slower rhythm of attention, breath, and presence.
Through guided instruction, demonstrations, conversation, and self-directed exploration, participants are introduced to the emotional and physical language of abstract mark making.
Working with Rod’s signature black ink, traditional Asian papers, and mindful brush techniques, the session explores the relationship between gesture, movement, breath, and awareness.
Participants are guided through simple breath-led exercises used within Rod’s own practice, learning to approach painting not as performance, but as an embodied act of attention.
Limited to just two participants, the experience allows space for deeper conversation, slower observation, and highly personalised guidance throughout the day.
Throughout the experience, you are encouraged to cultivate confidence through brevity of mark, intuitive movement, and moments of creative flow. The resulting ink works become visual records of presence — artefacts of process, stillness, and lived experience.
No previous artistic experience is required — only a willingness to slow down and pay attention.
Participants often leave with a renewed sense of calm, a deeper connection to process, and a more embodied relationship with creativity and attention.
Who This Is For
Beginners welcome
No artistic experience required
Suitable for creatives, collectors, reflective practitioners, and those seeking a slower, more intentional experience
Ideal for individuals interested in process-led creativity and mindful practice
Intimate two-person experience
What You Will Experience
Participants may experience:
Guided mark making exercises
Breath-led attention practices
Demonstrations of brush handling and ink techniques
Exploration of gesture, repetition, and flow state
Personal reflection and journaling moments
Insight into Rod’s studio rituals and working process
Shared conversation over a hosted lunch
Highly personalised guidance throughout the day
There is no expectation to perform, share, or “be good” at art.
Sample Day Rhythm
Arrival tea & grounding
Introduction to materials, ritual, and studio practice
Guided breath and mark making exercises
Demonstration and personal exploration
Reflective pause & journaling
Hosted vegetarian lunch in the house or garden
Afternoon ink practice & personalised guidance
Closing reflections and integration
The Studio & Shared Lunch
Part of the experience includes a shared vegetarian lunch hosted by Rod in the house or garden, depending on the season and weather.
The meal is intentionally woven into the rhythm of the day — an opportunity to slow down further, step away from devices, and continue conversations around creativity, attention, and practice in a relaxed domestic setting.
Home-made vegetarian food and refreshments are provided throughout the day. Dietary requirements or allergies can be catered for with advance notice.
Practical Details
Location: Artist’s Studio, Kent
Date: See dates below for next three months
Arrival: 9.30am
Session begins: 10.00am
Duration: Full Day Experience (approx. 6 hours)
Participants: Maximum 2 people
Age guidance: 18+
Accessibility: The studio does not currently have ramp access
Materials included: Yes
What to wear: Comfortable clothing suitable for working with ink
Parking: Parking available on drive
Nearest station: Wye (taxis must be pre-booked)
