At Studio Botros you’ll leave feeling more confident, inspired, and most of all like you’ve genuinely enjoyed creating. I’m an oil and acrylic painter specialising in vibrant, emotive portrait and figurative work, and I love sharing that passion in a way that feels warm, encouraging and accessible, whether you’re a total beginner or already love to paint.

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Workshops

Intro to Composition (9th Apr)

Thu 9th Apr

6:30pm - 8:30pm

Unlock the secrets of strong painting composition in this hands-on workshop for beginners and budding painters. Learn how to arrange shapes, balance elements, and guide the viewer’s eye so your artwork feels engaging and dynamic from the very first stroke.

The session will be taught in my studio at Yarn Studios, Unit A, Wharf Street, Shipley, BD17 7DW.

All materials included.

£35.00

Intro to Portrait Painting (10th Apr)

Fri 10th Apr

6:30pm-8:30pm

Discover the joy of painting portraits in a welcoming, supportive environment. I’ll simplify the process so you can focus on expressing character and emotion, making portraits feel approachable and rewarding. By the end, you’ll leave inspired, confident, and amazed at what you’ve created with your own hands.

The session will be taught in my studio at Yarn Studios, Unit A, Wharf Street, Shipley, BD17 7DW.

£35.00

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Intro to Oil Painting (11th Apr)

Sat 11th Apr

10:30 - 12:30pm

You'll come away feeling confident and inspired to start painting with oil paints.

Suitable for complete beginners and experienced painters of other mediums (acrylic/water colour) who are curious about painting with oils. We’ll cover everything from materials to technique so you can paint with confidence.

The session is taught in my studio at Yarn Studios in Shipley, BD17 7DW.

£35.00

Mixing Skin Tones (14th Apr)

Tues 14th Apr

6:30pm-8:30pm

Unlock the subtle art of mixing realistic skin tones for portraiture in this focused workshop. Working with both acrylic and oil paints, you’ll learn how to create a wide range of lifelike hues and nuanced variations that bring painted faces to life. While we won’t be painting full portraits, the session concentrates on the essential colour theory and mixing techniques that underpin successful portrait work. Suitable for artists familiar with any medium. The principles of colour remain the same.

The session will be taught in my studio at Yarn Studios, Unit A, Wharf Street, Shipley, BD17 7DW.

£37.00

Flora & Fauna Sip and Paint (16th April)

Join us for a relaxed and guided evening of painting flora from life, inspired by beautiful arrangements by Oscar Floristry.

Create your own artwork and take home your flowers at the end of the night.

No experience needed, all materials included. Hosted in the cozy Gaffe in Shipley, wharf street, bd17 7dw.

Expect painting, great drinks and snacks on offer to buy.

£35.00

A Creative Pause (3rd May)

Sun 3rd May

12 - 1:30pm

Take a pause from the pace of the Saltaire Arts Trail and settle into a calm, focused moment of creativity.

This gently guided session invites you to slow down and reconnect with your creativity through painting and collage. Working with colour, words, and imagery, you’ll create a personal piece that reflects something meaningful to you.

Designed for adults of all experience levels, this is a space to explore freely and work at your own pace.

All materials provided.

Spaces are limited to 6 participants.

£25.00

Oil Painting Course (starting 8th May)

Starting Fri 8th May

6:30pm - 9pm

A 4-week course designed to simplify the process and demystify working with oils, introducing key techniques such as alla prima (wet on wet), layering, and glazing. You’ll learn how to use different tools to create a range of styles and discover how the unique qualities of oil paint can elevate your painting.

Suitable for beginners or painters working in other mediums.

Drop in is also available

The session is taught in my studio at Yarn Studios in Shipley, BD17 7DW.

from £45.00

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1:1 Session

Personalised learning, tailored to you at a date/time that suits you!

Ideal for beginners to intermediate painters who want to build confidence, develop skills, and grow artistically in a welcoming and inspiring environment.

These 1:1 sessions provide focused, personalised guidance perfect for anyone who prefers learning outside a group setting or wants to strengthen specific areas. Each session is shaped around your goals, experience level, and the techniques you’d like to develop.

Popular topics include:
Intro to Oil Painting • Intro to Portraits • Colour Theory (often 2–3 sessions) • Painting Eyes • Mixing Skin Tones • Achieving Colour Harmony (often 2–3 sessions) • Intro to Composition and more.

After purchase, I will contact you to arrange a date and time that suits you. I offer a limited number of dedicated 2-hour slots each month, with daytime and evening availability from Monday to Saturday.

Sessions are taught in my studio at Yarn Studios, Wharf Street, Shipley, BD17 7DW.

£40.00

Workshop Gift Card

The Workshop Gift Card lets your recipient choose the artistic experience that suits them best, whether it’s a spot in one of my scheduled group workshops or a personalised 1:1 session tailored to their unique painting goals. Gift them the experience of learning and creativity. They will leave feeling confident in their new found skills and inspired.

You can choose from the below options:

£35 - 1 Workshop

£40 - 1:1 session/Mix Colour Like a Pro Workshop

£70 - 2x Workshops

£80 - 2x 1:1 sessions

£105 - 3x Workshops

£120 - 3x 1:1 sessions

£140 - 4x Workshops

£160 - 4× 1:1 sessions

*After purchase, the recipient is sent a unique code. The recipient can use it to book a group workshop or a 1:1 session, and I will email them to arrange the topic, time, and date for the 1:1 session.

from £35.00

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"My class with Mireille is the first time I've actually enjoyed painting a portrait! Previously I've felt a bit intimidated by painting portraits but by learning more about things like colour theory, values, greyscale and composition, I feel like I'm learning technique and feel much more capable"

— Eleanor Guiry
"What a great experience! I haven't paintend since my school yearsn but in a great company and with the right guidance anyone can become an artist and create piece of art."

— Ginta Freiberga
"I loved it. I learnt so much! I hadn't painted before."

— Muntadar Al Robaey
"I’d always been a bit intimidated by oil paints, but Mireille explains everything in a really clear and practical way. The workshop made oils feel much more approachable, and I came away with techniques I can actually use in my own painting.”

— Richard Townsend
"Mireille was absolutely brilliant and went through each step with clarity and guidance from sketching to mixing colours to adding shadows. I left the two hour workshop feeling really accomplished and wanting to try again!"

- Hannah Victoria

All materials are included. Just bring yourself!
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All workshops and courses cater for complete beginners to intermediate level. Workshops that require any prior knowledge will be clearly labelled as such.
Wear something comfortable that you don’t mind getting a little paint on. Aprons are usually available but painting can get a little joyful and messy.
Workshops are one-off sessions, perfect if you want a creative boost or to try something new.
Courses run over several weeks and help you build skills more deeply.
If you’re unsure, just reach out and I’ll help you decide.
Contact me. I love hearing what people want to explore. If there’s enough interest, I can add a new workshop or course, or you can enquire about a private 1:1 session tailored to you.
1:1 sessions are personalised lessons designed around you, what you want to work on and your availability. They’re designed to be accessible and affordable.
You can book a one-off workshop for focused support, or structure them as an ongoing course to build your skills over time. If you’re curious, just get in touch and I’ll talk you through the options.
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"My class with Mireille is the first time I've actually enjoyed painting a portrait! Previously I've felt a bit intimidated by painting portraits but by learning more about things like colour theory, values, greyscale and composition, I feel like I'm learning technique and feel much more capable"

"What a great experience! I haven't paintend since my school yearsn but in a great company and with the right guidance anyone can become an artist and create piece of art."

"I loved it. I learnt so much! I hadn't painted before."

"I’d always been a bit intimidated by oil paints, but Mireille explains everything in a really clear and practical way. The workshop made oils feel much more approachable, and I came away with techniques I can actually use in my own painting.”

"Mireille was absolutely brilliant and went through each step with clarity and guidance from sketching to mixing colours to adding shadows. I left the two hour workshop feeling really accomplished and wanting to try again!"

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