Sandpiper Arts Creative Wellbeing Workshops in Edinburgh
Led by Fiona Wilson, an HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
Gentle, guided art workshops designed to support wellbeing, build confidence, and foster connection.
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Who is it for?
These workshops are for you if you’re looking to take a little time for yourself, or time out as a group, or Team, to slow down, and reconnect with your creativity and one another in a calm, supportive space.
You might be:
An adult looking to relax, reduce stress, or try something new
Returning to creativity after time away, or starting for the first time
Part of a community group or charity supporting wellbeing and connection
A workplace team seeking a meaningful, creative wellbeing experience
A teen building confidence, skills and self-expression through creativity
A retreat guest or organiser looking for a restorative, creative wellbeing experience within a hotel, spa or retreat setting
Bespoke workshops available for organisations across Edinburgh and the Central Belt.
No experience is needed—just curiosity and openness to explore how creativity can support your wellbeing.
Relax, create and connect
Using a unique blend of Creative Activities and Wellbeing approaches our workshops enable
you to step into your ‘flow zone’, leaving you feeling more relaxed, inspired and connected.
Booking Now
Mindful Watercolour
Painting Workshops
Easter Block
Davidson Mains
Edinburgh
Visit our new Testimonials page to hear what people say about our workshops
“Taking time and care to tailor each session around your interests, needs and preferences is at the heart of what I do. It is such a joy to see people unfurl, reconnect with their creative selves and leave with broad smiles of achievement on their faces”
What’s on
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MINDFUL WATERCOLOUR Monday Mornings @YeOldeInn
Blue Bell Woods & Easter Eggs Themed Workshops - last few spots.
Monday Mornings
Ye Olde Inn, 25 Main St, Davidson’s Mains, Edinburgh, EH4 5BZ
9.50am-11.30am
Watercolour Painting Sessions
Seasonal, Nature & Wellbeing themes.
EASTER 5 WEEK BLOCK £120
SINGLE WORKSHOPS £27
Painting Guidance, All Materials and Equipment included.
Suitable Adults 16yrs+ Beginners/Experienced
Take time to relax and reconnect with your creative self through exploring the wonders of watercolour mediums and techniques. Sessions are focused around a weekly seasonal or nature theme with music and fragrances to help you slip into the ‘flow zone’. Your host will guide you step by step and enable you to relax and create your own unique art work to take home.
DATES & THEMES
EASTER BLOCK
23th Mar- Bluebell Woods
30th Mar- Easter Eggs
NEW SUMMER PROGRAMME COMING SOON
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ART CLASSES FOR WELLBEING TASTER WORKSHOPS
Coming Soon
June, July, August 2026
Dates TBC
Discover Watercolour Painting Mediums
Discover Lino Print Stamping
Discover Botanical Ink Making
Discover Creative Journaling
Discover Drawing with Pastels
Support, Guidance, All Materials and Equipment included.
Suitable Adults 16yrs+ Beginners/Experienced
Take time to relax and reconnect with your creative self through exploring a variety of creative mediums. Your host will guide you step by step and enable you to relax and create your own unique art work to take home.
DATES AND BOOKING COMING SOON
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MINDFUL WATERCOLOUR SKETCH OUTDOORS SPRING POP-UP SERIES
BOOKING OPENS SOON
MAY 2026
Edinburgh’s beautiful green and coastal spaces
Step outside, slow down, and reconnect with your creativity.
Join me this May for a small series of relaxed outdoor sketching sessions in some of Edinburgh’s beautiful green and coastal spaces. These gentle, guided sessions are designed to help you unwind, notice the world around you, and enjoy the simple pleasure of creating.
No experience is needed — just a willingness to pause, observe, and have a go.
What to Expect
A warm, friendly welcome
A gentle introduction to mindful sketching
Simple techniques and guidance throughout
Time to create at your own pace
A calm, supportive group atmosphere
These sessions are as much about wellbeing as they are about sketching — a chance to breathe, reset, and find a little creative flow outdoors.
Locations & Dates TBC
Friday 8th May – Local Gardens tbc
A peaceful garden setting, surrounded by trees, blossom, and quiet corners.Saturday 16th May – Saughton Park
A vibrant, welcoming space with beautiful planting and open views.Sunday 24th May – Cramond Shore
Sketch by the sea, with soft coastal light and the rhythm of the shoreline.Thursday 28th May – Inverleith Park
Open skies and spacious views, with a calm, expansive feel.You are welcome to book onto one session or join several across the series.
Time: 10:00 – 11:30am
Price: £27 per session (all materials included)
Group size: Small group (max 10–12 participants)
A small contribution from each booking supports our local green spaces.
These sessions are weather dependent. In the event of poor weather, a full refund or transfer will be offered.
BOOKING WILL OPEN SHORTLY
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Lavender Fields Painting Visit
Coming July 2026
Scottish Lavender Fields Visit with ‘al Fresco’ Watercolour Painting
A truly unique painting experience. Join me to stroll the Lavender Fields of Tarhill Farm, take a mindful look at the gorgeous blues hues and textures of the Lavender fields and try your hand at a spot of ‘alfresco’ painting.
Introductory offer:
£TBC
Includes ENTRY TICKET to Scottish Lavender Oils Fields, Sandpiper Arts Painting Materials & Equipment and 2 hours of Painting Guidance and support from Fiona Wilson
TRANSPORT AND REFRESHMENTS NOT INCLUDED. FOR DIRECTIONS, FACILITIES AND SHOPPING PLEASE SEE:
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Creative Wellbeing Experiences
Wreath Making, Lino Printing, Watercolour Painting and Silver Clay Jewellery Making.
Example:
Scandi Christmas
Wreath Making Scandi style
All materials, equipment and Refreshments included.
Take a moment to start the festive season well with a wreath making workshop that will delight your senses and get you in festive mood.
Discover how creativity enhances wellbeing, build your confidence learning new creative skills, and experience the joy of making your own unique Scandi inspired Wreath to adorn your front door.
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Discover Relief Printing
Not Currently Running
Discover Relief Printing
Lino, Gelli Plate, Collagraph
Essential materials, equipment included.
Discover hand printing techniques in this weekly print club session. Have fun trying out a variety of methods and create your own unique prints to take home.
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Creative Wellbeing Workplace Workshops
Support the health and wellbeing of your workplace team by hosting one or a series of Creative Wellbeing Occupational Therapy Workshops in your workplace.
The perfect ‘mind refresh’ for improved productivity and innovation.
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Creative Wellbeing Occupational Therapy One to Ones
Interested in exploring creative ways to boost your health and happiness? Using a unique blend of Occupational Therapy, Mental Wellbeing and Creative approaches, in these bespoke individual sessions you will be guided by a Qualified Occupational Therapist to:
Explore what matters most to you
Discover your goals and dreams
Identify the habits and steps you need to take to achieve your goals.
Take steps forward with encouragement and guidance.
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Virtual Creative Wellbeing Occupational Therapy
Online Occupational Therapy Sessions for individuals and groups interested in creative ways to wellbeing.
In the comfort of your own home, workplace or community venue take part in one of our relaxing, mood boosting creative sessions.
As an experienced HCPC registered Occupational Therapist and creative, I use my unique set of professional and personal skills to offer carefully designed and facilitated creative wellbeing experiences for individuals, small groups, workplace teams and local organisations.
