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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: No cancellations or reschedules allowed
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 6 x 2.5 hours, $420 per guest
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What you'll get
What you will experience over six weeks:- An introduction to two medicinal herbs or plants - their properties, history, and healing significance, led by the Hygēa practitioners
- Step-by-step botanical drawing techniques
- Guided foundational watercolour painting techniques
- Personalised attention and support throughout - all skill levels genuinely welcome
- Two completed botanical paintings to take home
- A growing creative practice rooted in nature and mindfulness
- Warming herbal teas prepared with the apothecary
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Knowledge required
This course is open to everyone. No drawing or painting experience is required — only curiosity.
What to bring
A full list of materials is provided upon booking confirmation.
Session repeats
This class series runs over 6 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.
Location
The Hygēa Apothecary - 43B Bolton Street, Newcastle NSW
7-10 min walk from Queens Wharf Light Rail Station.
Your teacher
Hi, I’m Amanda O’Bryan, and I’ve been passionate about creativity for as long as I can remember. My journey began with a love for art and design, which led to a 25-year career in the Creative Industries as an artist, designer, and illustrator. From murals and hand-painting children’s furniture to designing homewares and running an award-winning graphic and web studio, I’ve explored creativity with curiosity.It wasn’t until I faced burnout and overcame ovarian cancer that I truly reconnected with my creativity in a more meaningful, healing way. That experience inspired me to make it my mission to help others unlock their own creative potential through art and workshops.My love for flowers and botanical-style watercolour painting stems from a deep connection with nature, and being the mother of a young florist only strengthens that bond. There’s something truly special about painting flowers from life—it’s like having a conversation with the blooms, capturing their essence in each moment.I regularly exhibit my work, take private commissions, and am currently studying Psychology to bring creativity and art into clinical practice.Teaching has become one of my greatest passions, especially after witnessing firsthand how creativity supported my recovery from cancer. It’s why I wrote my book, Daily Acts of Creativity. In my workshops, I see how the act of creating can bring a sense of peace and purpose. There’s something magical about guiding someone through a watercolour workshop and watching them immerse into a mindful flow while creating something beautiful. It’s more than just painting, it’s about reconnecting with yourself in a meaningful, joyful way. That’s why I focus on botanical painting; it connects us to nature and has a hidden language of meaning that helps us feel grounded and purposeful.I hope to see you at a workshop soon. Amanda
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