Botanical Monoprint Mandala Class

Create natures mandala at this relaxing Bridgewater workshop



2 hours

Class size 1 to 10 (public classes), 5 to 8
  $85 (Afterpay available)
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Looking for relaxing things to do in Adelaide Hills? Come along and create a mandala using a combination of seasonal foraged leaves and flowers with ink.
In this fun workshop, you will get to create a botanical mandala through a relief printing process.
Leaf printing is a great way to connect back to nature. You will choose the leaves from a big selection we provide. If you have any leaves you would like to print, you are also welcome to bring them (smaller leaves are better.).  
Included in the evening
  • A2 gridded art paper
  • Guidance from artists Cathy Gray and Karen Judd
  • Assortment of leaves, petals and flowers
  • Ink pad and paints 
  • Glass of bubbles and cheese plate
This workshop is suitable for beginners and all ages. Come alone or gather a group of friends and join us to create without expectation.
Note: We will be taking photos during the workshop, please let us know if you do not wish to have your face shown on social media.

Upcoming dates for Botanical Monoprint Mandala Class

Times are Adelaide time. Dates and prices as of 5 Oct 2026, 11:29pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 18 Oct 2026 and 24 Oct 2026.

  • Sun 18 Oct 2026, 10:30am-12:30pm
  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 10:30am-12:30pm
What you'll get
Everything required to create your artwork.
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Knowledge required
Beginners welcome.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Bridgewater, SA

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  • 5/5 from Jacquie Roberts, attended Jul 2026: Fantastic experience in the Adelaide Hills. Kathryn is a great artist, supportive and inspirational throughout the creative process. The studio was warm & welcoming. Thank you for a fabulous morning. I'll be back in spring time!
  • 5/5 from Carolyn Clinton, attended May 2026: I spent a wonderful morning with Cathy this morning making my Botanical Monoprint Mandala. It just so happened that I was the only one there due to late cancellations, so I got very special attention. I was a little hesitant at first but gained confidence as my mandala took shape. Cathy's suggestion on placement of plants and design were invaluable. A lovely was to spend a Sunday morning!
  • 5/5 from Narelle Hopkins, attended Jan 2026: A really relaxing and lovely mindfulness activity
  • 5/5 from Cheryl Veal, attended Nov 2025: Lovely studio and fantastic teacher
  • 5/5 from Kirsti Kankkunen, attended Aug 2025: Very well organized and set up. Cathy provided me with lots of helpful advice and had 1:1 time with everyone. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Samantha Chivers, attended Aug 2025: Such an amazing experience. Calm, inviting, encouraging guidance with a wonderful selection if botanicals. We had a lovely time and we definitely do another class in spring. HIGHLY recommend.
  • 4/5 from Sarah Parker, attended May 2025: Fun morning trying this for the first time. Lovely atmosphere. Good advice. Didn’t feel rushed.
  • 5/5 from Claire Stokes, attended Apr 2025: I have a wonderful morning with Cathy. It was so relaxing. Can't wait to do more classes with her
  • 5/5 from Isabelle Berryman, attended Mar 2025: Wonderful class! The studio was beautiful, the teacher was organised and so helpful. Really appreciated the attention to detail to ensure we had beautiful pieces to take home. Loved it!
  • 5/5 from Jo Douglas, attended Nov 2024: Fantastic. Well organised. Great knowledge tips and ideas :-)
  • 5/5 from Fiona Broadbent, attended Oct 2024: Kathy is so patient with you. Lovely refreshments to. Her studio is beautiful. I learnt something new today and will be making these at home. Thank you Kathy for teaching me.
  • 5/5 from Fiona O'Neill, attended Oct 2024: Was given as a Christmas gift and thoroughly enjoyed. Cathy was brilliant, providing a balance between support and guidance and opportunities to be left to your own creative devices. A great workshop, would definitely recommend.
  • 5/5 from Sarah Trangmar, attended Sep 2024: I really enjoyed this class. teacher was helpful and informative. The studio was delightful. Everyone created unique and beautiful pieces. The whole thing was both relaxing and satisfying
  • 5/5 from Alison James, attended Feb 2024: Our teacher Cathy provided great support and clear instructions and we were able to produce something beautiful and satisfying in the time available. Undertaking a creative project was fun and rewarding. I found it a relaxing and happy experience.
  • 5/5 from Robyn Magor, attended Sep 2023: Wow. What a great experience. Even a non crafty person should give this a go. Heaps of fun and great clear and easy instructions from Cathy. Everything supplied and the wine and cheese and fruit was a lovely touch. Great to do with your bestie or even in a group. Give this class a go!
  • 5/5 from Bec Wagner, attended May 2023: Was very relaxing and Cathy was warm and so helpful :) Already thinking about booking another class
  • 5/5 from Felicity Angel, attended May 2023: Really loved this class! All materials were provided and set out in a lovely home studio with music, glass of bubbles and a cheese plate. Instructions were easy to follow, great for beginners! Anyone can do this class, no special skills required. Great teacher, very friendly and welcoming environment, Highly recommend for a lovely mindful afternoon :).
  • 5/5 from Annie Godwin, attended May 2023: Great personalitys they gave great suggestions Look forward to creating more mandelas. Need to get a selection of plants
  • 5/5 from Kylie Crampton, attended Apr 2023: An engaging class in a relaxing and friendly environment. Both teachers really helpful and attentive. I found the workshop really meditative and process driven - and was very happy with my final monoprint mandala. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Nidia Losada, attended Oct 2022: The class was held in a studio off of the teachers house, it was nice and neat and organised. The experience was lovely, with the teachers creating a nice environment. It provided plenty of instruction but freedom to play and the materials were high quality.
  • 5/5 from Sheryn Gillin, attended Oct 2022: Comfortable, relaxed atmosphere with very helpful teachers, who offer valuable suggestions but don't interrupt your creativity. Great that the teachers are able to help everyone individually rather than all having to 'copy' the same. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Natalia Reggini, attended Sep 2022: I really enjoyed the workshop. It was fun and relaxing, would love to do it again!
Your teacher

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ARTIST STATEMENT
In 2004 shortly after my daughter was born I knew instinctively that I needed to access my core creativity both for my mental health and an the inane desire to create. My outlook and connection with the earth changed with her birth. My respect of the natural world and my need to tread softly, go slow and see the beauty within nature, grew.
Over time I have dabbled in different mediums but always returned pen and ink. In 2006, I created my first mandala and I knew I had found my passion. The connection I feel to the circle has become my solace....in the beginning is the end and in the end is the beginning. My love of small details had lead me to intricate drawings taking anywhere from 100 to 300 hours to complete enabling me to slow. To no longer seek instant gratification but to see beauty in the things that take time. It has been a natural progression for me to combine both my love of the circle with my passion for nature and the need to preserve what we have.
CATHY GRAY
Cathy’s work is hand drawn in archival ink mostly using .03mm Copic multiliner. The delicacy is reminiscent of an embroiderer’s needlework and in particular, lace. The complexity of design and exquisite execution are evidence of Cathy’s devotion to her work, with any one piece taking up to 250 hours. Her intricate and finely detailed works demonstrate a radial balance, drawing our gaze from the centre point. The circle, considered the perfect shape in Ancient Greek culture, has been associated with both divine and natural symmetry. It represents balance and can often symbolise harmony and unity. Cathy’s works evoke harmonious balance and the peace felt creating the works is transferred to the viewer. They invite quiet contemplation and introspection. The mandala can be found across all cultures and many religions, as Carl Jung suggested the mandala is a representation of self, and has a calm and focusing effect on the creator.
A strong Over the last 4 years Cathy has incorporated teaching into her business. With the focus on wellbeing and mental health increasing her class’s offer tools for both mindfulness and relaxation. The workshops have been developed to compliment wellbeing programs participants may already have in place. Cathy currently teaches as an incursion from years 2 – 12 both in the public and private education system. She has been invited to hold workshops at the Adelaide University, Cancer Care, Can-do, Coles and many other businesses.
Cathy currently holds monthly mandala workshops and alongside Karen from Sabi Designs they hold pot painting and terrarium workshops for adults and students in her studio in Bridgewater in the Adelaide Hills.
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