Watercolour Travel Journalling Workshop

Recent reviews of Watercolour Travel Journalling Workshop

• 5/5 from Samantha Les, attended Oct 2026: Melody is a lovely, encouraging teacher and the atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. We learnt how to sketch and watercolour a landscape and actually came home with a really cool piece of art in our sketchbooks! Thank you Melody!
• 4/5 from K Bento, attended Nov 2025: In short, the class was supportive. Melody offered insights and techniques and was very friendly. I learned a lot and was happy with my painting. There seemed to be presumed background knowledge, with most students having done watercolors before and happy to work independently. That said, Melody answered all my beginner questions and I was pleased with my sketch and the process. The ‘light lunch’ consisted of a piece of watermelon, a small cookie, and a sliver of capsicum + sliver of carrot with hummus.
• 5/5 from Merrin Pilditch, attended Sep 2025: My dad and I did this course over the weekend. Was such a lovely way to spend the day. Melody is just wonderful and she created such a warm and inviting space for us to learn and feel creative. As a complete beginner, I found her approach easy to follow and supportive and she is just so talented. I really enjoyed the whole experience and look forward to more relaxing days spent watercolouring. Thanks so much Melody! I'll be back for another class in future for sure!
• 5/5 from Mia Barile, attended Aug 2025: Beautiful Melody was approachable, so helpful and knowleadgable in helping make our creations come to life. We did the travel watercolour journaling workshop. My niece and I got it for our birthdays. Amazing present, easy to organise. Great class for all experience levels.
• 5/5 from Megan Thomas, attended Aug 2025: A really relaxed and informative doable class. Left feeling like I’d learnt and created with confidence to continue. Lovely group of women and a good amount of time to learn some solid basic skills.
• 5/5 from Jodi Harris, attended Aug 2025: Lovely relaxing atmosphere and great skills taught during this 4hr session. Clear instructions by Melody with examples and words of encouragement. Fabulous way to spend a few hours while learning new skills
• 5/5 from Kathleen Coyle, attended Aug 2025: Melody's teaching skills are warm, sensitive and inclusive. Materials were all provided and completely adequate for a beginners workshop. A thoughtful healthy afternoon tea was also provided.A lovely experience and recommended.
• 5/5 from Anne Robertson, attended Aug 2025: Melody was an excellent teacher, we learned so much and felt that she made sure to spend time with each person to help ensure the best possible outcome. She was also extremely good at catering her teaching to all skill levels. The afternoon tea was also delicious. Great value for money and location. Will come again.
• 5/5 from Ian White, attended Jun 2025: Really good class, Melody is a wonderful teacher and took us from absolute beginners to almost artists with a lot of patience and laughs
• 5/5 from Lucy Egan, attended May 2025: A lovely class with Mel today. She was patient and thoughtful as a teacher, and taught me some really useful techniques and theory, which I definitely will be taking with me. She was generous with supplies and afternoon tea, and I had a lovely time! Definitely recommend to first time and experienced artist alike. Thanks Mel
• 5/5 from Gem Wolstenholme, attended Mar 2025: I received a Xmas voucher from my daughters for this class.Melody was great, as she started with the basics, and provided enough time for us to have a completed watercolour by the end of class. The time management for each stage was very good. Enjoyed the class immensely and look forward to doing further classes with Melody.
• 5/5 from Louise Pique, attended Mar 2025: I went along to Melody's watercolour journalling for travel class today with a friend. I have never used watercolour before and had a wonderful, relaxing day learning various techniques and painting a landscape. All materials were supplied and we were provided with some lovely snacks.
• 5/5 from Rebecca Stuart, attended Mar 2025: Very enjoyable class, melody is a wonderful teacher took lots of time and gave beginners confidence to continue painting on their own
• 5/5 from Leica French, attended Feb 2025: I thoroughly enjoyed my class with Melody. Melody is a very talented young lady and extremely helpful. The class itself was interesting and fun. I’d recommend it to all.
• 5/5 from Elise Connolly, attended Feb 2025: Fabulous class I will be back for sure!
• 5/5 from Sophie Hopson, attended Jan 2025: Melody was a fantastic instructor, very kind, patient and passionate about her craft! Everything about the workshop was perfect. I really enjoyed learning about the process to travel journalling with watercolour and thought mine turned out great thanks to Melody’s guidance! The afternoon tea was also more like a light lunch which hit the spot. Thank you!
• 5/5 from Bree Forrer, attended Jan 2025: Thanks Melody for such a fun and creative workshop. It was great to learn some watercolour techniques and tips from your wonderful self :)
• 5/5 from Antonio & Kim Ambrogetti, attended Jan 2025: Well organized with good basic technic and slowly development of the landscape project
• 5/5 from Rebekah Suranyi, attended Oct 2024: Couldn’t recommend this class more! Melody was a great teacher, she took us through some simple watercolour techniques before we tried our own landscape. She helped us feel really comfortable, having never tried this medium before and I really felt like an artist! I’m excited to try out my new watercolour skills
• 5/5 from Helen Reeckmann, attended Oct 2024: Yes, value for money. I normally paint with acrylics but in class learnt to take more care and time in getting the mix of colour right.
• 5/5 from Jackie Sacco, attended Oct 2024: A friendly first experience of working with watercolour. Melody had honed her teaching method to provide a useful framework for even a novice to confidently approach landscape painting. Time well spent and good value for money too. Thanks Melanie!
• 5/5 from Avi Rabinowitz, attended Sep 2024: Melody was so warm, welcoming & lovely! Her class was exactly what I needed after a stressy week. Such a beautiful space. It was so inspiring, calm and delightful. I'm a beginner and amateur haha, but learnt so much in this class & so keen to keep practising. The visuals, demo, and foundational tips were so helpful. I would love to come back! Thank you Melody, you are so talented & creative - such a great teacher!
• 5/5 from Correen Bussell, attended Sep 2024: Melody was a very patient and skilful teacher. I enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and being able to dedicate the time to a new skill. I have never painted before and the class gave me enough instruction to make a start if I want to pursue it. I thought it was good value.
• 5/5 from Tina Bubutievski, attended Jun 2024: Melody is a talented artist and a great teacher. Had all the materials needed and getting a watercolour journal and tips to take away was a bonus. Great food, well paced and techniques demonstrated perfectly. I can't paint but I came away with a painting I am proud of. Would do any course she teaches.
• 5/5 from Lee-Anne Corrigan, attended Jun 2024: This class which Melody offered, to paint our travel photos, was very relaxing and enjoyable. Her light and airy studio was the perfect setting and the table was set out in an organised way for us to begin our painting experience. Melody taught us some simple and effective techniques and demonstrated her style with examples. We had time to practice and everything she said was clearly explained. She supplied good quality materials and we were gifted a lovely watercolour journal. Melody was interested in everyone’s artistic background and personal interests for choosing her course.I loved that she advertised travel painting as I had long dreamed of capturing my own travel stories. The time we had to do our practice, have some afternoon tea and complete one major piece was very good value for money.
• 5/5 from Judy de Giorgio, attended Jun 2024: Melody was excellent. All materials were provided and she was there to guide us with her expert knowledge. It was a small group which meant we got plenty of attention if required. The studio was well set up and afternoon tea provided was very sustaining. All in all it was very good class.
• 5/5 from Julie Morgan, attended Jun 2024: No special occasion - just a catch up with a friend Melody our host was wonderful - very friendly, attentive and extremely helpful. Venue was very good. Though could be a problem for some people due to steps. Course was on landscapes Was good value for money. I enjoyed being able to attempt something I have never tried before and even though I am not artistic I had an enjoyable time Thank you to Melody
• 5/5 from Simone O'Callaghan, attended Jun 2024: Wonderful relaxing day, being shown watercolour techniques and having time to implement them. The afternoon tea/ lunch was fabulous too. Overall a really enjoyable course.
• 5/5 from Adele Flower, attended Jun 2024: Had a fantastic time. Our teacher Melody was fantastic and taught great tips and tricks for watercolour painting. It has made me realise I am not much of an artist but I would happily do another class. The art studio is a beautiful little inspiring place and Melody made everyone feel so comfortable and welcome I highly recommend this class.
• 5/5 from Renee Bell, attended Jun 2024: Loved this class. I felt relaxed and learnt so much. I really enjoyed the whole experience and highly recommend it.
• 5/5 from Jodie Clarke, attended Jun 2024: Melody is such a great teacher. The class was relaxing and enjoyable. I learnt so much and I am looking forward to more practice. Thanks Melody
• 5/5 from Beth Numeyer, attended May 2024: Loved what I learned, loved the venue and the people, and loved Melody.. thank you for the inspiration..
• 5/5 from Holly Mepham, attended May 2024: Great workshop in an amazing studio. Got a chance to learn the basics and build on them in this class. Melody was a fantastic and patient teacher. Can’t wait to practice what we learnt.
• 5/5 from Simon Verity, attended May 2024: Great studio to learn in with lot of natural light and unique art pieces. Melody was so generous with her time and taught some great skills & techniques such a colour blending, gradients and use of special felt tip. Also a delicious morning tea was provided :) Would definitely recommend this class.
• 5/5 from Lisa Collins-Morgan, attended May 2024: An interactive fun watercolour travel journal class with kit provided. Melody was a great facilitator and very helpful on the practical front. The techniques taught enabled us to sketch and paint our own landscape. All the works were impressive so the class were very happy with ourselves. I Would greatly recommend this for anyone starting out with watercolours or just wanting to try an artistic pursuit. A lovely relaxed vibe at this workshop and gentle teaching style ensured we all went home satisfied and happy with our artwork. Well done Melody
• 5/5 from Christine Feros, attended Apr 2024: Loved Melody’s watercolour workshop. Bright enthusiastic energy and love for art. The venue was like a holiday away from home atmosphere. Workshop so well planned to every detail with your own Travel watercolour journey book. We were shown step by step how to mix colours and what brush to use and different techniques with water or dry on paper. Yummy delicious afternoon tea with refreshing varied teas and coffee. Workshop was value for money. I loved every minute at Melody’s workshop. Fellow artists beautiful group of ladies very talented artists Thanks chrissyferos Chrissylovesdots
• 5/5 from Tegann Kelly, attended Apr 2024: Melody was so warm, inviting and patient. The class is perfectly curated for beginners and those with any prior experience. She is one talented cookie! Loved the experience
• 5/5 from Lorraine Connor, attended Apr 2024: I had such an enjoyable afternoon. Melody is a delightful and very talented young woman. The venue, art supplies, and instruction were all of a high standard. Melody provided great instruction and feedback, the company and afternoon tea was great, and we all left happy with the art we had created. Thank you Mel, I will definitely participate in any further classes you facilitate.
• 5/5 from Donna Goode, attended Mar 2024: Melody was so great, she explained everything so well for us total beginners and didn’t go through things too fast. Afternoon tea that was provided was a wonderful surprise and everyone was so happy with their finished work. Absolutely recommend this workshop to anyone at any level, you don’t need to be good at drawing to do this if you’re concerned.
• 5/5 from Stephne Edwards, attended Mar 2024: An enjoyable afternoon with lots of helpful advice from Melody. Really good value for money and I would definitely recommend.
• 5/5 from Liane Peyra, attended Mar 2024: Brilliant class! Mel is so kind and patient, and fun! She walked us through different watercolour techniques and then showed us how to use them in our landscape artwork. She was excellent at catering for the various levels of skill within the class. Will definitely be coming again
• 5/5 from Caroline Arthur, attended Mar 2024: Such a beautiful space to explore watercolours and travel journaling. Melody walked us through the steps of capturing a travel memory, in a friendly and very relaxed atmosphere. She explained watercolour techniques clearly before we experimented in the beautiful journal we received as part of the class. Lovely materials, great value for money and a yummy afternoon tea. I highly recommend Melody's workshop. I can't wait to hit the road and fill my travel journal with memories. Thank you, Melody.
• 5/5 from Dan Bowles, attended Mar 2024: Melody was a super friendly, fun and informative teacher. I'd love to do more of her courses. The studio she works from is light and airy, and a fantastic environment for sharing an afternoon.
• 5/5 from Karena Therese Thomas, attended Mar 2024: Melody is a great teach, it was such a nice way to spend an afternoon. I look forward to practicing what I learned on my travels!
• 5/5 from Debra Sutton, attended Mar 2024: This class was really good! I loved it! Xx The tutor was excellent. Such a pleasant studio and amazing afternoon tea!
• 5/5 from Glenn Hardy, attended Mar 2024: The class was absolutely brilliant! Melody was exceptional and she engaged very well with the group!
• 5/5 from Susie Quayle, attended Mar 2024: Great class for beginners with a fantastic teacher. Melody showed us how to apply paint to dry and wet paper, colour wash, mix colours, and then helped us bring it altogether to create a painting in our watercolour travel journal. Hard to believe that within 4 short hours you could learn so much plus produce a passable first-effort painting! The studio is light and airy, afternoon tea was delicious and Melody is a great host who knows how to impart her knowledge. Highly recommended.
• 5/5 from Toni Graham, attended Mar 2024: Melody was a very calm and patient teacher, her examples were easy to follow and I have come away with a greater knowledge and confidence in painting with watercolours
• 5/5 from Liz Hart, attended Mar 2024: Mel was so wonderful, and I loved every part of this class! She made me believe that I (have pretty minimal natural creative talent) could do watercolour painting, and I did! I was shocked at what I achieved but Mel broke down the process so easily and made it fun and simple to follow. I would 100% recommend this class! But be cautious that you will catch the watercolour travel bug and won’t want to stop doing it! Thanks Mel! Can’t wait to do more classes like this one with you!
• 5/5 from Sarah Jovanovski, attended Feb 2024: I really enjoyed the watercolour travel journaling workshop! All the materials were supplied which was great, and the art studio was a beautiful space to work in. We had a lovely group of women and our art teacher Melody was full of joy and enthusiasm for what she was teaching, and very supportive and encouraging. Loved working with watercolours, learning technique and painting our own picture at the end. Loved it.