Watercolour Painting for Beginners Workshop: A Peaceful Retreat

Head on a mindful watercolour painting retreat in Donvale



2 hours

Class size 1 to 20 (public classes), 1 to 2

  $60 - $100 ($100 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $80/guest for 10+ guests, $60/guest for 20+ guests) (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in creativity at this relaxing two-hour watercolour workshop set in the beautiful, rural surrounds of Donvale.
Designed especially for beginners, this class offers the perfect balance of learning, inspiration, and calm—ideal for anyone wanting to begin or deepen their painting practice.
Guided by a trained art teacher with nearly 30 years of watercolour experience, you’ll learn the fundamentals of this expressive medium, including brushwork, texturing and colour mixing.
Whether you’re completely new to painting or rediscovering a creative passion, you’ll leave with new skills, a sense of accomplishment, and your very own finished masterpiece. Enjoy the peaceful, retreat-style setting as you unwind, connect with like-minded people, and let your creativity flow.
What you'll get
  • Expert guidance from an experienced art teacher
  • All materials provided—just bring yourself
  • A calm and supportive environment in a beautiful rural location
  • Take home your own watercolour artwork to cherish or give as a gift.
Knowledge required
Perfect for beginners.
What to bring
Just yourself and a creative mindset!
Location

Donvale, VIC

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Newhook Design
Newhook Design

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Art has always been a true passion of mine. I am constantly inspired by the beauty of God’s creation—how could one not celebrate the colours, patterns, designs, vistas, and the breathtaking shades found in foliage, flowers, trees, and gardens? Watercolour painting has long been my greatest artistic love, shaping my focus on still life and landscape subjects.
Over the years, I have created and sold numerous watercolours through art shows and private commissions. My love of teaching has deepened my appreciation for the importance of learning strong foundational techniques and building upon them to achieve creative success. I have taught art to students for several years and am now expanding my classes to include both children and adults who wish to explore the fundamentals of watercolour painting.
In addition, I plan to introduce an exciting new element—transforming students’ finished pieces into fabric designs. This fusion of painting and textiles adds a unique, creative dimension to the lessons. Beautiful fabrics have always been another great passion of mine.
For over 30 years, I have been immersed in the art world—teaching, learning, and developing my skills across various mediums including textiles, acrylics, ceramics, and collage. As an interior decorator, many of my fabric designs, cushions, and ottomans have been featured in Vogue and Country Style magazines. I was also honoured to receive an award from Reece for creating a stylish bathroom design featuring 17 Reece products, and I earned the Best of Houzz award in 2017 for outstanding customer service.

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