Motherhood Collage Workshop: Paper Wings

Discover the layers of becoming in this transformative motherhood collage workshop


Storyholding
Storyholding
5.0 (53)

5 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests

  $140 - $150 (Earlybird price of $140 applies if you book into a public session 31+ days ahead) (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Ever wondered who you’ve become since stepping into motherhood? Longing for a moment to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the woman inside the mother?
Join us for a transformative afternoon of creative reflection at Storyholding Studio, nestled within the enchanting grounds of Montsalvat, Eltham. This unique five hour workshop is co-facilitated by Rochelle Van Der Merwe (Storyholding) and Jodie Garth (Cherish & Bloom), a collage artist and ICF-accredited Mama Rising motherhood coach.
In this gentle, welcoming space, you’ll be introduced to the concept of matrescence-----the profound, often hidden process of becoming a mother. Matrescence isn’t just a single transition; it’s an ongoing unfolding that is experienced through every stage of motherhood.
All mothers are welcome. Whether your first child is still a baby, you’re pregnant with your third, you have school-aged children or teens, or you now find yourself navigating an empty nest, this workshop is for you. Here, you’ll be invited to reflect on your unique motherhood journey and the layers of self that continue to shift and grow.
Guided by the metaphor of cocoons, butterflies, and transformation, you’ll explore your personal story through a butterfly-themed collage activity. Using a specially curated selection of Jodie Garth's signature painted papers and Rochelle's collection of vintage books, papers, and ephemera, you’ll create a tangible piece of art that celebrates your many layers and evolving identity.
No previous art experience is needed. You’ll be gently guided step by step, with space to share (if you wish) and connect with other mothers walking their own paths.
Leave with a renewed sense of self, a beautiful artwork to take home, and perhaps a little more grace for the journey ahead.
Gift yourself (or a mother you love) this precious opportunity to slow down, create, and come home to yourself.
About the matrescence collage workshop:
  • Five hours (trust us - it would fly as you go into deep flow work)
  • ALL levels welcome
  • ALL materials included
  • For ages 18-100 years


Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 4 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.

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Save $10 per guest, when you book 31+ days before a session
What you'll get
  • An A3-sized butterfly artwork base to collage on
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee facilities
Knowledge required
All levels.
What to bring
Lefties, please bring along lefty scissors.
Add-on available for this class
  • Collage Mystery Pack ($25)
You can add this when you book (optional).
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 or gift for couples.

Location

Storyholding Studio, Montsalvat - Montsalvat, 7 Hillcrest Avenue, Eltham VIC

Directions on Montsalvat website online (near public transport)

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Storyholding
Storyholding

5.0 (53)
female Women-owned

My name is Rochelle Van Der Merwe, a multidisciplinary artist with a special interest in storytelling through the written word, contemporary collage, gelli plate printing and fine art photography. I practise and teach from my gorgeously enchanting mudbrick studio at the legendary Montsalvat (Eltham), which is Australia's oldest, still-running arts commune.
As an Eltham (Melbourne)-based artist, I've been a fine art, intimate events and portrait photographer since 2013 and a contemporary collage artist since 2020.
Born and raised in a small Zululand town in South Africa in the mid-70’s, I found solace and beauty in books, and the surrounding wild beaches and bushveld, a constant whilst growing up in a political landscape I could really never make sense of.
My work creates a portal to a wondrous, fantastical world that celebrates the powerful healing nature of simple, mostly every-day pleasures, transcending external societal values, such as status, race and gender.
Apart from national South African newspaper, The Rapport, my portraiture photography has also been featured in Australian media, such as The Age, The Weekend Australian Review and The Big Issue.
I've also been a two-time winner of Montsalvat’s Art Festival Photography competition (2015 & 2017).
With two solo exhibitions since (2022 & 2024), I have also enjoyed taking part in multiple group exhibitions and events.

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