Kim Michelle Toft,  teacher

Kim Michelle Toft

local_activity classes: Painting

5.0 (4)
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I have been a full time silk artist for more than 33 years. My love of the ocean and the coastal habitats which support it are the driving force behind my silk paintings and award winning environmental picture books. I regularly run silk painting workshops from my gallery , Sea Silks Gallery, in Ballina , NSW. I also recently realised a digital tutorial , How To Paint On Silk For Beginners with an optional silk painting kit. I have a BG in teaching and still visit many schools throughout Australia as an author and illustrator. I believe we can all help heal the planet through nurturing nature , art and education.






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Rebeka Ryding Mar 2024


When I opened the box, I was happy to see the quality of materials provided is excellent. The kit includes everything you need to get started right away, no rummaging for tape or pencils, literally everything is here. The silk had been cut to the right size and even the frame had been taped up ready for me, I was pleasantly surprised by the care that had gone into creating the kits. Speaking of which, a USB is included with tutorial videos on it and I was blown away, the video production quality is absolutely excellent, well edited, multiple camera angles and a summary in note form at the end of the video. Fantastic!

Above all, Kim Michelle Toft is a wonderful teacher, and she seems genuinely committed to passing on her knowledge, and making sure you learn everything you need to know to silk paint on your own. She generously shares her techniques, demonstrates exactly what materials you need and where to source them, etc. I taught myself oil painting a couple of years ago, and learning this stuff was so complicated, having an experienced teacher show you everything is an invaluable gift of knowledge.

And best of all, I had a lot of fun with my silk painting! The designs included are gorgeous and I enjoyed the combination of bright coloured inks and beautiful gold gutta. I found it to be a relaxing experience, and am keen to do more. Highly recommended!

Painting class review by Rebeka Ryding

Christina Sheers Mar 2023

48 ClassBento workshops attended • 49 reviews


This kit is amazing. I recommend it. The video instructions in parts are clear and easy to follow. The kit is all ready to go with everything needed so you can finish three silks. I am so keen to try all kinds of silk painting now. Kim Michelle Toft is a talented artist and to have her templates to use and knowledge is priceless. Thanks so much.

Painting class review by Christina Sheers

Jessica Douglass Sep 2022

93 ClassBento workshops attended • 84 reviews


This is one of my favourite artists. I met her in person a few years and when I saw her class on Class Bento I knew I had to try this class

Painting on Silk Craft Kit review by Jessica Douglass

Peta Wells Jun 2022

27 ClassBento workshops attended • 19 reviews


I received the kit and it looks great. I haven’t had a chance yet to complete the project but look forward to doing so in the near future.
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