September update
What’s New in The Expressive Mess Club – September 2025
Spring is just around the corner, and this month inside The Expressive Mess Club I’ve prepared a bundle of fresh inspiration for your creative practice. From vibrant new colour explorations to playful experiments with acrylic ink, there’s plenty waiting for you to dive into!
September Colour Palette – Split Complementary Harmony
Every month we explore a curated colour palette together, and this September I’ve chosen a split complementary scheme. Without giving too much away (that’s saved for the members-only tutorials!), think rich teal blues, glowing ochres, and a touch of coral warmth.
This palette is all about contrast with balance—cool tones providing depth while warm hues bring energy and light. It’s bold, uplifting, and full of possibilities. Members will get the full breakdown, mixing guide, and creative challenges to put this palette into practice in their own work.
Exploring Acrylic Ink
Alongside the new palette, this month also brings two brand-new video lessons all about acrylic ink.
Introduction to Acrylic Ink – a guide to what acrylic ink is, how it compares to watercolour, and why it’s such a versatile medium.
Creative Play with Acrylic Ink – a practical demo showing you how to incorporate inks into your paintings for luminous washes, flowing textures, and layered effects.
Whether you’re brand new to acrylic ink or already have a few bottles hiding in your studio, these lessons will help you unlock their potential.