Who we are

Welcome to Painted Palms!

I’m Ellie, and I want to take a moment to introduce myself and give you a feel for what we’re all about...

I’m a trained art teacher and spent several years helping students explore their creativity while developing and honing their artistic skills.

Alongside my teaching, I worked as a printmaker, drawing inspiration from the natural world—especially from the sea & mountains.

While I love teaching, I always dreamed of creating a wider, community-driven space where people could enjoy art in a more relaxed and social environment.

Simple stylized floral or fan motif in gray on a white background.
Image of Ellie Doidge - The Founder, Owner & Artist @ Painted Palms
Abstract black and white prints hanging with clothespins on a drying line.

What we do

Taking the leap to start my own business has allowed me to bring this vision to life. Painted Palms is all about providing a welcoming space where people can reconnect with their creativity, socialise, unwind, and have fun while learning something new.

We offer a variety of structured workshops, including painting, life drawing, and printing, designed for all skill levels. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have artistic experience, our sessions encourage exploration, creativity, and self-expression in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Each workshop is teacher-led but allows plenty of room for experimentation.

Our workshops take place in coffee shops, galleries, wine & cocktail bars, pubs and more. All perfect for a laid-back, social experience where you can relax, get creative, and, most importantly, have fun!

Upcoming events.

Check out the calendar to find an event near you

Art setup with easels, canvases, wine glasses, and paper plates on a table.

Private Events

We are excited to run private events. These include workshops for special occasions, corporate events and birthdays. We offer private events in any technique of your choice. This may vary in the price but please contact us to find out more.

Cozy living room with a wood-burning stove, colorful textiles, and bohemian decor. Features a corner sofa with patterned cushions, decorative wall art, and a woven canopy ceiling. Large windows provide natural light and outdoor view.

collaborations with retreats

We’re excited to be teaming up with a variety of wellness retreats to bring mindful, creative workshops to their programs.

Come along for a few days filled with sea swims, yoga, nature walks, and playful creativity.

Photo credit to the beautiful Golden Grove Retreat.

Our Workshops

  • People painting green leaves on pink canvases at a painting class, with paint palettes and wine glasses on the table.

    Acrylic Painting

  • Artistic workspace with sketches of shells, pencils, pens, glass of red liquid, and stones on a white table.

    Watercolour

  • Black and white print of stylized botanical forms resembling feather-like plants or thistles, with intricate details and sharp contrasts.

    Lino Printing

  • Frost patterns resembling fern leaves on a glass surface.

    Gelli Printing

  • Gift wrapped in floral paper with orange ribbon on wooden table, scissors and pens nearby

    Gift Wrapping

  • Person wearing a blue hoodie using a sponge brush to apply blue paint through a stencil onto a beige fabric surface.

    Fabric Painting, printing & dyeing

  • Watercolor painting of lily pads with flowers, paint tubes, and color palette

    Oil Pastel

  • A table with art supplies, including paintbrushes, pastel sticks, and a watercolor palette, surrounded by sketches and vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, squash, and carrots. Artists are drawing the vegetables, with sketches depicting various produce. A bundle of fresh vegetables is placed on the table.

    Still Life Drawing

  • Colorful painting of a decorative vase with abstract flowers, surrounded by art supplies and painted paper sheets.

    Collage

  • Black ink drawings of abstract flowers on paper.

    Ink Drawing

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