Paper Daffodils: a spring flower workshop with Olivia Joy Flowers

This workshop is part of Flora 2025, a pop-up art exhibition in Leeds.

This workshop takes place at The Middle Floor, 23-25 Wharf St, Leeds LS2 7EQ

Saturday 22nd February, 10.00am-12.30pm

Join local artist Olivia Joy Flowers for a creative, hands-on workshop where you'll master the art of making stunning paper daffodils. Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike, this session will guide you step-by-step through the process of transforming paper into lifelike blooms. Olivia will demonstrate each stage of flower creation, providing personalized tips and expert guidance to help you achieve botanical realism.

All materials, templates, and instructions are included‚ no prior experience needed! Just bring a steady hand and a bit of patience.

Recommended for ages 16 and up.
All materials and equipment provided.

Free exhibition entry also included.

Artist Bio

Olivia Joy Flowers is a Leeds-based paper flower artist known specializing in life-like creations that capture the intricate beauty of the natural world. With over a decade of experience as a self-taught creator, she transforms paper into realistic floral art, meticulously hand-cutting, shaping, and dyeing each petal and leaf to reflect the fine details and vibrant colours of real blooms.

Through her workshops, Olivia shares her passion for the meditative art of paper flower making. She guides participants in mastering essential techniques, from shaping petals with crepe paper's unique stretch to adding depth and dimension with custom-dyed colours. Her teaching style emphasizes patience, precision, and an appreciation for nature's complexity, offering a creative space where attendees can slow down, explore their artistry, and craft flowers that last a lifetime.

Participants will learn how to work with high-quality crepe paper, as well as mulberry paper, discovering the tools and methods that bring Olivia's stunning floral creations to life. By combining craftsmanship with inspiration from botanical realism, her workshops provide a hands-on experience that nurtures creativity and a deeper connection to the beauty of nature.