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​Reconnect with Your Creativity

​Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or simply looking for a joyful creative escape, my workshops are designed to help you slow down, create with confidence and leave inspired.

No experience is needed—just a willingness to explore, have fun and enjoy the process.
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Two Ways to Create Together

A beautifully prepared art workshop table by Bernice Lemmer featuring blank canvases on easels, colour wheels, palettes, brushes, paints, and creative supplies arranged for participants. The inviting setup creates an inspiring space for beginners and experienced artists to explore creativity in a relaxed, hands-on painting workshop.

Creative Workshops for Individuals

Treat yourself to a few hours of creativity in a relaxed and welcoming environment. My workshops are designed for women who want to unwind, learn new techniques and rediscover the joy of creating.

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Perfect for:
 Creative self-care
 Friends' outings
 Birthdays
 Mother & daughter experiences
 Beginners and experienced creatives alike
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Elegant boutique function venue prepared for a corporate women's art workshop, featuring beautifully styled tables with blank canvases, paintbrushes, floral centrepieces, Bernice Lemmer Art branding, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for a creative team-building experience.

Corporate & Team Building Workshops

Laetitia Velleman and Bernice Lemmer founded Beyond the Boardroom™ to help high-achieving women stop choosing between success and wellbeing. We created The Capacity Method™ because temporary motivation is not enough. Women need practical, science-informed ways to regulate, understand, reconnect and expand.

Ideal for:
 Team building
 Client appreciation events
 Staff wellness days
 Leadership retreats
 Women's networking events
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Why Join a Workshop?

More than learning to paint, these workshops are an opportunity to pause, connect and enjoy the creative process.

You'll leave with:
  •  A completed artwork to take home
  •  New painting techniques and creative confidence
  •  Time to relax and recharge
  •  Meaningful conversations and connection
  •  A memorable experience you'll want to repeat

Moments of Creativity, Colour & Connection

Bernice Lemmer smiles while guiding participants during a hands-on painting workshop. Women paint at easels surrounded by brushes, paints, and creative tools in a relaxed, welcoming studio where confidence and creativity flourish.
Close-up of a woman's paint-covered hands holding a fine paintbrush over a colourful palette during a creative art workshop, highlighting artistic expression, texture and the joy of painting.
Women painting together during a Bernice Lemmer art workshop, surrounded by brushes, paints, stencils, and mixed media materials. Participants wear colourful floral headpieces while exploring their creativity in a joyful, hands-on workshop designed to inspire self-expression, connection, and confidence through art.
Participants pose together in royal robes, crowns, hats, and capes during Bernice Lemmer's "Paint Yourself as a Queen" art workshop. The joyful group gathers around ornate golden thrones against rich red velvet curtains, celebrating creativity, confidence, friendship, and self-expression.
Close-up of mixed media stencils and decorative templates used during a Bernice Lemmer art workshop. Layered mandala designs, paint textures, and creative tools showcase the artistic process, inspiring participants to experiment with texture, pattern, and expressive mixed media techniques.
Four women proudly display their completed Frida Kahlo-inspired canvases during a Bernice Lemmer art workshop. Each artwork reflects the participant's unique creativity while celebrating self-expression, confidence, and the joy of painting together.
Close-up of paint-covered hands after a Bernice Lemmer art workshop, showcasing vibrant blue, pink, red, and white acrylic paint. A joyful moment celebrating creativity, self-expression, and the playful experience of creating art together.
Participants create colourful mixed-media artworks during a Bernice Lemmer art workshop. Wearing aprons and working around a shared table, they explore texture, paint, stencils, and collage in a warm, inspiring studio filled with creativity and connection.
Participants proudly display their completed abstract canvases after a Bernice Lemmer team-building art workshop. The group stands outdoors in front of a thatched venue, celebrating creativity, collaboration, and confidence through a shared painting experience.
Finished Mona Lisa-inspired self-portrait painting created by workshop participant Natasha during a Bernice Lemmer art workshop, celebrating creativity, confidence, and personal artistic expression.
Three participants proudly hold their completed abstract landscape paintings after a Bernice Lemmer art workshop. The finished canvases showcase expressive colour, texture, and individual creativity in a relaxed and inspiring studio setting.
Five participants smile together after a Bernice Lemmer mini canvas art workshop, standing behind a table displaying their completed colourful paintings on small easels. The outdoor setting reflects a joyful, relaxed creative experience filled with connection and artistic expression.
Close-up of a mixed-media collage artwork in progress during a Bernice Lemmer workshop. Vintage portrait imagery, patterned paper, lace, and layered textures come together with bold colour to create a unique expressive composition.
Two women and two young girls proudly display their completed dragonfly-inspired paintings after a Bernice Lemmer art workshop. Smiling together against a vibrant yellow wall, they celebrate creativity, connection, and the joy of creating art as a family.
Beautifully prepared art workshop table with A3 canvases, paintbrushes, palettes and fresh flowers, featuring a Bernice Lemmer Art banner in a bright, welcoming studio ready for a creative painting experience.
Close-up of an artist's workspace during a Bernice Lemmer art workshop, featuring a paint palette, sketchbook, brushes, scissors, and creative materials. The intimate detail captures the inspiring, hands-on process of painting and mixed media art in a relaxed, creative studio environment.
Bernice Lemmer stands beside a window displaying a poster for her "Re-imagine Frida Kahlo" creative workshop. Smiling and pointing to the event advertisement, she invites women to explore creativity, self-expression, and inspiration through a unique art experience.
Participants proudly display their completed "Re-imagine Frida Kahlo" mixed-media artworks during a Bernice Lemmer art workshop. Standing together outdoors beneath leafy trees, the group celebrates creativity, individuality, and the confidence to express their own artistic style.
Participants enjoying a mixed media art journaling workshop, creating in sketchbooks with collage papers, paint, and creative materials during a guided art experience by Bernice Lemmer.
Workshop participant painting a Mona Lisa-inspired self-portrait during a Bernice Lemmer art workshop, following a guided step-by-step process to create a personalised portrait with confidence.

What to Expect

Every workshop is carefully planned to create a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable to explore their creativity.
  • No Experience Needed -Whether you've never painted before or have years of experience, you'll be guided step by step throughout the session.
  • Everything is Included - All art materials, equipment and guidance are provided. Simply arrive and enjoy the experience.
  • Learn While You Create - Each workshop introduces new painting techniques, creative tips and inspiration while encouraging you to develop your own style.
  • Take Home Your Artwork - At the end of the session, you'll leave with your completed painting and the confidence to keep creating.
  • A Relaxed Atmosphere - Expect laughter, conversation, creativity and a few happy paint splashes along the way.

Paint Like the Masters...
Make It Your Own


There's something truly special about stepping into the world of history's greatest artists.

This signature workshop series invites you to explore iconic masterpieces while discovering your own creativity along the way. Inspired by artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Van Gogh, Klimt, Frida Kahlo, Monet and many more, each workshop introduces you to a different painting style, technique and story.

The best part? No artistic experience is needed.

I've carefully broken every painting down into simple, easy-to-follow steps, so you'll never feel overwhelmed. Think of it as having a professional artist guiding you through each stage of the process. You'll be amazed at what you're able to create.

Every participant leaves with a finished artwork, new creative confidence and a joyful experience to remember.

The Whimsical Adventures Collection

 * Paint Yourself as Mona Lisa
Explore portrait painting while celebrating self-worth, mystery and inner beauty.

 * Van Gogh's Blossoming Almond Tree
Discover expressive brushwork and paint a symbol of hope, renewal and new beginnings.

 * Cézanne's Still Life
Learn composition, colour harmony and how to find beauty in everyday objects.

 * Klimt's Tree of Life
Experiment with flowing patterns, symbolism and decorative design.

 * Gauguin's Two Tahitian Women
Celebrate bold colour, confidence and expressive painting techniques.

 * Paint Yourself as Frida Kahlo
Create a striking self-portrait inspired by resilience, identity and personal expression.

 * Klimt's The Kiss
Explore texture, pattern and gold-inspired details while recreating one of the world's most loved masterpieces.

 * Chagall's Madonna of the Village
Step into a dreamlike world of imagination, storytelling and colour.

 * Matisse's Cat with Red Fish
Play with simplified shapes, vibrant colours and joyful creativity.

 * Monet's Snow at Argenteuil
Learn soft colour blending and capture the peaceful beauty of light and atmosphere.

New workshop themes will continue to be added as the series grows, giving you even more opportunities to explore different artists, techniques and creative adventures.
Frida Kahlo painted as Mona Lisa with Proteas, Van Gogh Starry Starry night and The Kiss of Klimt in background, yellow can catching fish in foreground

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Frequently asked questions

​1. Do I need painting experience?
Not at all. My workshops are suitable for complete beginners as well as those with previous experience.

2. Are all materials included?
Yes. Everything you need is provided, so you only need to bring yourself.

3. Can I book with friends?
Absolutely! Many guests attend with friends, family members or colleagues.

4. Do you offer private workshops?
Yes. Private workshops can be arranged for birthdays, bridal showers, book clubs, churches, schools and other special occasions.

5. Do you travel for corporate workshops?
Yes. Depending on the location and group size, I can travel to businesses, venues and events across South Africa.

6. How long are the workshops?
Most workshops run for approximately three to six hours, although corporate and private events can be customized.

Your Creativity Is Waiting...
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Sometimes all we need is a few hours to slow down, try something new and remember the joy of creating.
I'd love to welcome you to a workshop soon.
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