Testimonial

I learned so many ideas I’ve never thought of in terms of how to interpret what I see. It is so helpful to see an actual artist demonstrating their creative process. I was so inspired! Lena

Abstract Art

Workshops & Coaching

Samara has 25 years experience as a professional practicing artist and 20 years experience as an arts educator.

Samara holds a Diploma of Education from Melbourne University and gained a PhD from the School of Art, RMIT University.

To receive updates about her live online abstract art workshops please fill in the contact form.

Samara also offers one-on-one coaching.

Looking for focused, personalised guidance in your art practice?

I offer 1:1 feedback and coaching sessions designed to meet you exactly where you are - whether you're building momentum after a workshop or just starting your creative journey.

In each 30-minute online session, we’ll:
• Review your work with thoughtful, constructive feedback
• Tackle specific challenges you’re facing
• Explore techniques to expand your skills
• Develop a clear, tailored plan to support your artistic goals

Ready to take the next step with your artwork? Send me a message to book your spot.

Sessions are conducted via Zoom.

Contact Samara:

samaraart@hotmail.com

Testimonials

  • Just wanted to thank you again for the last 5 weeks of your class, your passion for abstraction is really infectious and has given me the boost to push on and just keep creating.

    Louise

  • Thanks for the first session. It was one of my best experiences ever. I felt so good and energetic when I was getting back home from the course. I really enjoyed the course. Thank you so much.

    Sara

  • Thank you for your expert advice on how to use tape - it made such a difference. I now have so many ideas for future works using this technique in tandem with my more textural paintings …. I’m loving the experimentation!

    Susie

  • Thank you very much for all the help! Very pleased with how it’s come out and looking forward to practicing blending. Thanks for the last few weeks.

    Tom

  • Thank you, Samara, for the last 5 weeks of encouragement and sharing of your vast artistic knowledge. You have been generous and patient.

    Sue

  • I really enjoyed your class and teaching. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge. Your inclusive and open approach is very much appreciated.

    Tara

  • I just purchased a couple of the books you recommended so am looking forward to some good holiday reading! Also, I would just like to thank you for a fantastic 5 weeks. I have gained so much from your inspiring and encouraging instruction as well as thoroughly enjoying the process.

    Denise

  • I am loving your class and your energy.

    Vanessa

  • I thought the way you introduced the use of mediums to the class was very effective.  I enjoyed the session.

    Ian

  • Thank you for your guidance and expertise. Even with an art background I felt I learned more ways of thinking and sparked my creative flow again. Projects built up from lesson 1, but were open-ending for opportunities to explore interests which was great.

    Megan

  • I've learnt heaps from the 5 week abstraction class. I gained a lot of appreciation for the sophistication of abstract art.

    Lena

  • Thanks again for such a wonderful class. It's such a special thing for me to do, and I thoroughly enjoyed it once again.

    Anna