Beyond Technique
Masterclass & Mentorship with Claire Benn

Develop a successful and fulfilling art practice.

Renowned for her profound insights and innovative techniques, Claire Benn has intricately designed the Beyond Technique Masterclass for those aspiring to delve deeper into their artistic journey. The masterclass is not about learning new techniques; it’s about cultivating a mindset and personal development. If you’ve ever felt that your creations lack depth or that you’re not entirely sure of your artistic direction, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

In this intimate learning experience, you’ll push your creative boundaries, discover your unique artist voice, and develop the three essential pillars of creating a successful and fulfilling art practice. By exploring Claire’s personal creative process, practice and philosophies, and completing introspective exercises you’ll build a deeper understanding of your own art, the intent behind it, and your potential audience. You’ll also have the chance to sharpen your self-critique skills, become your own art critic, and begin creating the art you really want to make. 

This program is suitable to any artist, anyone working with oils, acrylics, watercolour, mixed media, drawing and even ceramics, baskets and sculpture. Going beyond technique and working with intention applies to all disciplines, and the skills and tools you develop in Claire's masterclass will enhance your creative practice, no matter the medium.

Claire’s approach ensures artists not only create but also communicate effectively and meaningfully through their work. 

To further support your growth as an artist, students of Beyond Technique will also have the chance to apply for a 6-month mentorship with Claire and join a select group of students for more in-depth and personalised guidance. This is a unique opportunity to learn directly from one of the UK’s leading mixed media artists!

Learn, grow and develop in your art and your life.

Throughout this course, while you're cultivating the mindset, determination and discipline of a professional artist, you'll learn about... 

• Yourself as an artist - artist self-development, self-awareness and creative habits.
• Your art - the passage of making, inspiration, groundwork, making, evaluating, giving and receiving feedback, critiquing and becoming your own critic.
• Composition - aims, principles, elements, tools, considerations.
• Your audience and exhibiting - getting your work to an exhibition-worthy level.