SUMMER SCHOOL
2026
Workshops cater for adult painters only
All workshops are held at 555 Nelson Rd, Mt Nelson.
BOOKINGS OPEN 10AM 6 DECEMBER
Introduction to acrylic painting
Amber Koroluk-Stephenson
Monday 12 January
9:30-3:30
COST:
$65 Members
$75 Non members
all materials included
This workshop is suitable for beginners and those returning to acrylic painting after some time. All materials provided.
Enjoy a day learning to paint using fun, fast and forgiving acrylics.
In this workshop, we will begin by exploring the basics of colour mixing to get a feel for the paint and how it can be applied to a surface.
Using observation and with simple exercises, learn how to use colour and tone to create form and depth in a painting, and capture light and shade.
With tutor demonstrations and one-on-one guidance, participants will create their own acrylic painting using a selection of reference photos provided.
Introduction to oil painting
Amber Koroluk-Stephenson
Tuesday 13 January
9:30-3:30
COST:
$65 Members
$75 Non members
all materials included
This workshop is suitable for beginners and those returning to oil painting after some time. All materials provided.
Enjoy a day learning to paint using the rich colours and texture of oil paint. In this workshop, we will begin by exploring the basics of colour mixing to get a feel for the paint and how it can be applied to a surface. Using observation and with simple exercises, learn how to use colour and create form and depth in a painting, and capture light and shade.
With tutor demonstrations and one-on-one guidance, participants will create their own oil painting using a selection of reference photos provided.
Introduction to watercolour painting
Lynne Brown
Wednesday 14 January
9:30-3:30
COST:
$65 Members
$75 Non members
all materials included
This workshop is suitable for beginners and those returning to watercolour painting after some time.
All the top-quality materials you will need are provided.
This workshop will introduce you in a fun and relaxed way to the magical medium of watercolour.
We will begin by looking at the three fundamental elements of painting in watercolour: water + colour + paper, including lots of useful tips on choosing paints, papers and brushes.
You will then learn core watercolour techniques you need to succeed. The tutor will demonstrate each of the techniques step by step and allow plenty of time for you to try them for yourself. Then we will put everything into practice to create your paintings.
Introduction to drawing
Kim-Pen Pang
Thursday 15 January
9:30-3:30
COST:
$65 Members
$75 Non members
all materials included
This workshop is suitable for beginners and those returning to drawing after some time. All materials provided.
Drawing is an art in itself but also the foundation of all other mediums. Join Kim for a fun and relaxed introduction to the wonderful and varied world of drawing. There will be demonstrations, easy and fun exercises and one on one tuition to give you an understanding of the basics and the confidence to explore further.
Introduction to pastel painting
Lindy Whitton
Friday 16 January
9:30-3:30
COST:
$65 Members
$75 Non members
all materials included
This workshop is suitable for beginners and those returning to pastels after some time. All materials provided.
In just one day you'll learn all about the different types of pastels, what papers to use and the varied mark-making techniques that will allow you to paint any subject you choose. We'll start the day having fun with some simple but powerful exercises that will get you loosened up and comfortable with what pastels can do.
With tutor demonstrations, one- on- one guidance and a variety of reference photos you'll be surprised how quickly you will start creating your own paintings.
Pastels are very intuitive, forgiving and addictive...you may just fall in love with them!