welcome to atelier
Launched in 2025 by artist Mel Evans, Atelier brings together a variety of art classes and coaching sessions designed to support creativity, connection, and personal growth. Whether you're a child just discovering the joy of paint, a busy adult needing a creative outlet, or an aspiring artist preparing for the next step, there’s something for everyone.
At Atelier, we treat everyone like a true artist - with still life’s, figures and art from history as inspiration, and professional tools and materials in hand, we create a space where you can explore, express and grow through art.
why choose atelier?
Mel Evans is a professional painter and exhibiting artist with over twenty years of creative experience. She studied art and philosophy in Cardiff before making her home in Sussex, where she continues to develop her practice.
Since becoming a mother in 2022, Mel has been deeply inspired by the vivid imagination of young children and is passionate about treating their artistic expression with the same seriousness and respect given to adult creativity. At the same time, she is navigating the transformative journey of perimenopause, which has highlighted the essential need for creative outlets that offer both expression and relief.
Drawing on her extensive background as a painter, prop maker, and scenic artist, Mel brings her unique blend of skills - and her deep empathy as a local mother - to create Atelier: a safe, nurturing, and inspiring space where both children and adults are encouraged to explore and grow through art.
what atelier offers...
Little Kahlo’s, art classes for children from 6 years old. Classes run after school and on Saturday mornings during term time. Currently available for 6-9year olds and 10-13 year olds at Community Wise, Motcombe Village.
Paint & Sip, an evening to socialise and decompress through creativity whilst enjoying a drink of your choice in a pub surround. Come along on your own or with friends. All abilities welcome. All materials provided.
Art Riot, a class especially for women experiencing the perimenopause. A light creative decompression for like minded women to meet and create. All abilities welcome. All materials provided.
One to one art coaching. Sessions designed to nurture you towards the next goal or step. Whether it’s getting prepped for GCSE’s or A-levels or a Foundation course, I will work with you to free up your process, master a technique or get used to using a new medium. Coaching sessions can be at your home or a room at Community Wise, Motcombe Village.
Little Kahlo's
Little Kahlo's
Art classes for children aged 6 and up.
Fun, nurturing art sessions that encourage imagination and skill-building.
For ages 6–9 and 10–13
1 hour sessions
All materials included
After school and Saturday mornings (term time only)
Held at Community Wise, Motcombe Village, Eastbourne, BN20
Paint & Sip
Paint & Sip
An evening of relaxed creativity at The Ship Inn, Meads, Eastbourne, BN20 7RH.
Unwind with a brush in one hand and a drink in the other.
Come solo or with friends — no experience needed!
1.5 hour sessions
All materials provided
All abilities welcome
Art Riot
Art Riot
For women navigating the perimenopause.
A supportive, light-hearted space to decompress and connect through art with others who understand.
All materials provided
All abilities welcome
One to One Art Coaching
One to One Art Coaching
Sessions designed to nurture you towards the next goal or step. Whether it’s getting prepped for GCSE’s or A-levels or a Foundation course, I will work with you to free up your process, master a technique or get used to using a new medium.
Coaching sessions can be at your home or a room at Community Wise, Motcombe Village.
All abilities welcome