Rooftop Art Journaling Workshop - Daily Art Making Break

Midweek Rooftop Art-Journaling Sessions with Viola @viola.artstudio

Summer Wednesdays | 6–7 PM | Light Studios Rooftop, Plymouth

Come and join expressive mixed media artist Viola Hortova for relaxed, rooftop art journaling sessions at Light Studios, Plymouth — a midweek after-work creative break to reconnect with your sketchbook, your imagination, and the joy of playful art-making.

Each session is a gentle invitation to return to your creative self. You’ll explore simple but meaningful art prompts and exercises that help you let go of perfection, build a daily creative habit, and just have fun.

These workshops will introduce you to different ways of filling your sketchbook pages with ease and curiosity - from mindful mark-making, intuitive drawing, and collaging to short reflective writing and colour play.

Together, we’ll explore new ways of looking at art and yourself, make space to be present, and experiment without pressure. Expect gentle (but fun) guidance, supportive group energy, and lots of room to simply enjoy being creative.

🖍 What to bring:

Bring your sketchbook and your favourite pens, paints or tools.I’m a big believer that great art can be made with any materials, so just bring what feels good to you, or something you’ve been curious to try.

I will also bring water for our brushes, and a variety of art materials and collage papers - if needed, just in case.

Cost & Attendance:

£8 (plus Eventbrite fees) per session

Suitable for ages 8 to 100 (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult)

Workshops are relaxed and beginner-friendly

Sessions are outdoors — Please note: As these workshops are held outdoors on the rooftop terrace, sessions might be cancelled in the event of rain. If a session is cancelled due to weather, you will be notified via email and refunded in full.

📍 Location:

Light Studios Rooftop, Plymouth

Please arrive 5–10 minutes early. We’ll meet in front of the main entrance to Light Studios and head up to the rooftop together before the session starts. If you arrive late: Don’t worry! There will be a note with my contact number inside the entrance — just give me a call or text and I’ll pop down to bring you up.

Spaces are limited — pre-booking is essential!Let this be your midweek moment of creativity and calm 🌿💗

👩🏼‍🎨 About the Artist

Viola Hortová is a mixed media artist whose work blends expressive mark-making, intuitive art journaling, and plein-air sketching inspired by the natural world. Her creative practice is rooted in freedom, emotion, and the joy of making art without pressure.

Viola has hosted dozens of workshops both in-person and online, including sessions for the renowned art brand Caran d’Ache. She also leads an indipendent creative practice as an expressive painter. Her workshops are known for their warmth, playfulness, and mindful approach to building a sustainable, joyful creative habit.

She also shares her process and creative encouragement with a growing online community through:

• 📸 Instagram @viola.artstudio
• 🎥 YouTube: Viola.ArtStudio
• 💌 Patreon: The Art Date Club - where she offers monthly sketching prompts and online sessions

Viola is passionate about helping others reconnect with their creativity and see their sketchbook as a space of exploration, self-care, and discovery.