Workshops

The Fine Art of Botanical Pressing: Workshops

Autumn 2026 & Spring 2027

An immersive morning or afternoon dedicated to slow craft, botanical preservation, and art creation in County Kildare.

Investment: €120 per person

Experience the Artistry

Step into a calm, creative space and slow down with us for a three-hour masterclass in botanical preservation. Designed for nature lovers, flower enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a thoughtful, tactile escape, this workshop explores the delicate intersection of botany and fine art.

Under gentle, expert guidance, you will discover the nuances of pressing different flower specimens—learning the secrets to locking in vibrant hues while preventing browning and moisture damage. We will delve into intricate reconstruction techniques, teaching you how to carefully deconstruct and rebuild complex, layered blooms like roses and dahlias into breath-taking focal points for artwork.

What You Will Learn & Create

• Comprehensive Pressing Tutorial: Master the techniques for successfully preserving various flower varieties, stems, and foliage.
• Petal Reconstruction: Learn the delicate fine-art methods used to reassemble complex flowers (like dahlias and roses) into pristine botanical specimens.
• Design & Composition: Work with our curated studio collection of pressed blooms—a blend of Irish wildflowers and cultivated garden ornamentals—to design your own bespoke composition.
• Framing: Complete your finished artwork on the day. You will frame your piece on the day, ready to hang at home or gift to someone special.

Select Your Session

Location: GATHER @ Southwells, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare

• Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
  • Morning Session: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Afternoon Session: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Saturday, February 27th, 2027
  • Morning Session: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Afternoon Session: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

What’s Included

• Expert Tuition: 3 hours of hands-on instruction and artistic guidance.
• Premium Materials: Full access to our pressings studio kit, delicate tools, and an array of Irish wildflowers and garden blooms.
• Finished Framed Artwork: Your original botanical art piece, professionally mounted and finished in a white solid wood Irish-made frame.
• Nourishment: Artisanal tea, coffee, and locally baked sweet treats provided throughout the session.
• Exclusive Perk: Enjoy 10% off the curated collection in the GATHER store on the day of your workshop.

Spaces are strictly limited to ensure an intimate, high-touch experience. Please select your preferred date and time from the options below.