The Magic of Silk Painting Workshop
Saturday 21st November 2026 - NYAS Scarborough
Available spaces
Discover the magical art of silk painting in this relaxing and creative one-day workshop. Perfect for complete beginners or those with some experience looking to explore new techniques, you'll learn how to create vibrant, flowing designs on luxurious silk using specialist dyes and resists. Silk painting is a fluid and forgiving medium that produces stunning results with minimal equipment. The dyes spread beautifully on the silk, allowing for bold colours, delicate washes, and intricate patterns. By the end of the day, you'll take home your own finished silk piece (such as a scarf, wall hanging, or framed artwork) that can be steamed to fix the colours for permanence. Silk painting is an ancient art form that originated in China over 2,000 years ago, during the Warring States period (475–221 BC). Silk was the preferred medium for painting long before paper or canvas, prized for its smooth texture, durability, and luminous quality. Artists prepared silk by smoothing it with stones and applied mineral pigments or ink using animal-hair brushes. Early works often featured calligraphy, mythological scenes, figures, and motifs like dragons and phoenixes. This workshop is held at North Yorks Art School, with its light-filled studios close to the Scarborough costline an ideal setting to unleash your creativity. Join us for a colourful and therapeutic day exploring the beauty of silk painting. You'll be amazed at what you can create. Saturday 21st November 2026 10am - 4pm with Rachael Forrest This workshop takes place at: North Yorks Art School 2-4 South Street Scarborough YO11 2BP All materials are included and we recommend wearing old clothes or an apron as this workshop can be messy.
Cancellation Policy
Booking & Cancellation Policy Payment Options You can pay in full at the time of booking via card, Google Pay, Apple Pay or PayPal, or choose to pay a 25% deposit and pay the remaining balance 45 days before the event. Cash payment can be made in person at the school, shop or venue. Deposits A 25% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place on Workshops, Courses and Residentials. This deposit is non-refundable in all circumstances. Balance Due If you pay by deposit, the remaining 75% balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the start date. We will send you a reminder email with a payment link. Cancellation Policy Courses & Workshops More than 8 weeks before start: Full refund minus £20 admin fee. 4–8 weeks before: 70% refund. 2–4 weeks before: 50% refund. Less than 2 weeks before or after start: No refund.