Full-day Oil Painting Workshop: Realistic Still Life in Oils

Learn how to paint realistic still life using oil paint in Sydney



6 hours Location Surry Hills Class size 1 to 8 (public classes), 5 to 10   $185 (Afterpay available)

Learn the basics

Learn the Basics

Learn how to prepare the canvas and create a drawing from life.


Underpainting

Underpainting

Discover the process of creating a grisaille or monochromatic underpainting.


Adding Colours

Adding Colours

Learn how to gradually add colours to your painting to bring it to life.


Take home your masterpiece

Take Home Your Masterpiece

Finish your beautiful painting and take it home as a lasting memory of the day.


In this immersive full-day still life painting workshop, you will learn the art of painting and realistically capturing objects using non-toxic water mixable oil paint. Under Natasha's guidance, you will be introduced to a variety of painting techniques that will help bring your subject to life through your brushwork.
Throughout the workshop, you'll enjoy the experience of creating art in a supportive and inspiring environment. By the end of the class, you will proudly take home your beautiful still life painting to display with pride.
Note: This workshop is for adults only and is not suitable for children. The studio is located on the first floor and access via a staircase (not wheelchair accessible).
*The studio is located in Sydney, NSW. Please check the address before booking.
**I run this workshop once a month with limited spots available per class. If it’s sold out, please check back from time to time as spots may become available or new dates may be added. Alternatively, you can join the waitlist to be notified when booking opens again.
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Upcoming dates for Full-day Oil Painting Workshop: Realistic Still Life in Oils

Times are Sydney time. Dates and prices as of 22 Oct 2026, 12:42pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 5 Dec 2026 and 5 Dec 2026.

  • Sat 5 Dec 2026, 10am-4pm
What you'll get
  • All materials to use in class will be provided.
  • Your masterpiece to take home (Canvas size approximately 8"x10").
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Knowledge required
Beginner with basic drawing and painting skills will be useful but not essential.
What to bring
  • Bag or box to protect your wet painting to take home
  • Water/drink and lunch/snack for yourself. (There are plenty of cafes and shops around the area.)
(1-hour lunch break at 12:00-1:00pm)
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Hustle Studios - 457 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills NSW

This venue is a short walk from Central station.

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  • 5/5 from Amanda Langley, attended Oct 2026: I love learning the techniques that were broken down into manageable steps. Great set up and time frame given to complete the painting.
  • 5/5 from Emma Walker, attended Oct 2026: Natasha was a wonderful teacher! We explored underpainting and creating depth and realism with oils. She was very helpful, instructive and provided step by step examples for us to view throughout the task. I had a great time and would go to a class by Natasha again! Very happy with my oil painting result
  • 5/5 from A S Tod, attended Aug 2026: Natasha Junmanee is a really good teacher - I am a beginner and thought I would find this class impossible, but with Natasha’s help, I learnt a lot and gained a lot of confidence. I would definitely recommend this class for beginners as well as more experienced artists.
  • 5/5 from Elizabeth Salisbury, attended Aug 2026: I always learn so much in Natasha’s classes - this one challenged me, but with Natasha’s guidance I was able to create something I was very pleased with. Her classes are highly recommended.
  • 5/5 from Elizabeth Salisbury, attended Aug 2026: Natasha’s classes are fantastic and taking home a finished oil painting at the end is a wonderful feeling. She is a patient and knowledgeable teacher and has a gift for explaining all the layers and steps. Highly recommended.
  • 5/5 from Amisha Pathak, attended Aug 2026: A very enjoyable class - Natasha gives great tips and explains oil painting well
  • 5/5 from Jaz Kement, attended Jul 2026: One of the best ever classes I have been to. The teacher ensured she was explicitly teaching for everyone and our abilities. Loved it so much and will definitely book again. Thank you thank you thank you. This was my very first time
  • 5/5 from Shona Menzies, attended Jul 2026: Great course. Natasha was super helpful and it was nice to take home a finished artwork at the end of the day. Loved learning about her undercoating method and paint types.
  • 5/5 from Jessica Erhart, attended Jul 2026: This was a great introductory class led by Natasha. Very accessible and well paced. Would highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Sandra Otoole, attended May 2026: This was my 6th class with Natasha and as always a fantastic experience. Natasha is such a great teacher - I am always amazed at how with a couple of strokes she can transform a painting that wasn’t working. I’m learning how to push more complex works past the “ugly” phase. This time I finished a large piece I started last class and very happy with the result. I will be back for class 7 for sure. My two friends had a great time too and produced beautiful works. The studio space is gorgeous too.
  • 5/5 from Katherine Saw, attended May 2026: Natasha is an amazing teacher - haven keep coming back - such a joy to attend her class!
  • 5/5 from Elizabeth Salisbury, attended May 2026: Wonderful class - so much to learn about construction and planning before the oil hits the canvas and Natasha teaches it all with skill and patience.
  • 5/5 from Orawan Atthi, attended May 2026: It was my first time joining an oil painting workshop, absolutely loved it. The class had such a warm and friendly atmosphere, making everyone feel comfortable and welcome. Natasha is an amazing teacher — so kind, patient, and supportive throughout the whole session. She explained everything clearly and made the experience really enjoyable. Highly recommend this workshop.
  • 5/5 from Tina Peng, attended May 2026: I loved this class as my first oil painting class
  • 5/5 from Donna McConville, attended May 2026: Natasha was relaxed and knowledgeable. Everyone produced a successful finished painting and enjoyed the class.
  • 5/5 from Alina Ta, attended May 2026: Natasha was very helpful and gave great tips to help our paintings come to life. My first time oil painting and I’m proud!
  • 5/5 from Kirsten, attended Apr 2026: Excellent teacher, comfortable nurturing atmosphere, it was an amazing experience seeing that I could actually create my own oil painting!
  • 5/5 from Marisa Caroline Saltis, attended Apr 2026: A great experience. Very helpful and encouraging and put people at ease. S very knowledgeable teacher. This teacher is very skilled.
  • 5/5 from Trinh Phu, attended Mar 2026: Booked the class again because Natasha is such a lovely teacher. Natasha challenged me and gave us lots of good tips to help get the colour and tone. I was able to feel more confident from the last session. Note that Natasha gets straight into the deep-end with painting which can be surprising as a first timer -but regardless provides a gentle working environment to hone in your skills and learning.
  • 5/5 from Erika Callanan, attended Mar 2026: I had a wonderful experience at the painting class. The teacher Natasha was highly experienced, attentive, and offered really helpful advice throughout the day. Natasha created a warm and friendly atmosphere, which made it easy to relax and enjoy the process. I’d highly recommend this course whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to get back into painting. I thoroughly enjoyed the day!
  • 5/5 from Hsu Htate Htar, attended Mar 2026: We enjoyed our time here!
  • 5/5 from Kerry Thornley, attended Feb 2026: Natasha guided us through each step of how to setup and apply the paints which was great. This kept us progressing at a pace to complete our paintings at the end of the day. I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and am keen to book another one.
  • 5/5 from Charlotte Davies, attended Feb 2026: Natasha was a lovely teacher and ran such a relaxing & insightful class. She proactively offered feedback and help where we needed, adapting her suggestions for everyone’s own skill level, and made sure we all walked away with a beautiful end product. Highly recommend and very excited to join again soon!
  • 5/5 from Elizabeth Salisbury, attended Feb 2026: Fantastic class - my second time with oils but I learnt so much. Highly recommended
  • 5/5 from Maija Frankovich, attended Feb 2026: Awesome day! Natasha was a great teacher
  • 4/5 from Michael Beard, attended Feb 2026: A very instructive and enjoyable day… Michael Beard
  • 5/5 from Clair Espinola, attended Dec 2025: As someone studying to be an art teacher and get back in touch with painting, I appreciated her instruction so much. She catered perfectly to all levels of skills sets. Will be coming back!
  • 5/5 from Sandra Arps, attended Dec 2025: From zero to hero in one day! I'm an absolute beginner when it comes to drawing and painting. Natasha made it so easy and simple to learn the techniques. It was a fun class. I loved it. I can highly recommend it.
  • 5/5 from Meika Manshika Ponnan, attended Nov 2025: This was my first time doing a class, Natasha was a really kind and helpful teacher. I had a lot of fun and learned a lot in the class.
  • 5/5 from Sandra Otoole, attended Nov 2025: This is my 5th class with Natasha - again just wonderful. This time I took at larger piece I started with her about 2 months ago. I was stuck with where to go next and she had such brilliant suggestions and tips. I am super happy with the result. I love how I have been able to progress with her support. Will do another class for sure - maybe I'll try a bird next time
  • 5/5 from Naomi Tabone, attended Nov 2025: Natasha is a wonderful teacher. She is very patient, informative, hands on and kind. She took the time with each of us in the class, to guide us intentionally through each part of the class to make sure we felt confident in our work and had something finished before we left the workshop. Highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Jandy Mino, attended Nov 2025: Teacher was kind, helpful and knowledgeable. I enjoyed my time and loved the piece I took home. I was surprised at what I was able to achieve!
  • 5/5 from Ferrie Oosterhoff, attended Nov 2025: Great teacher, very skilful and also a lovely person. Interesting people in the class. Highly recommend it for everyone who appreciates painting and would like to have a try. I promise you will exceed your own expectations. Ferrie Oosterhoff
  • 4/5 from Gokulnath Gajapathy, attended Nov 2025: Class was really good, learnt some really helpful things.
  • 5/5 from Trinh Phu, attended Oct 2025: Such a fun class and great teacher, Natasha! Really takes the time to help and guide you in the process and has definitely made me reconsider the mediums I use for my art!
  • 5/5 from Marie Karagounis, attended Oct 2025: I had a wonderful time at Natasha’s art workshop! The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, which made it easy to get creative and enjoy the process. Natasha is a fantastic teacher — supportive, encouraging, and full of great tips. I produced a piece of work I’m really proud of, and I left feeling inspired to keep painting. Highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Pearl D, attended Oct 2025: Best 5 hours spent in a long time. Natasha is a knowledgable and great teacher. I enjoyed the relaxed nature of the class. I am a bit rusty with my painting skills, so was surprised how well the artwork looked. I will be back for sure.
  • 5/5 from Michael Carnuccio, attended Sep 2025: Fantastic class. Natahsa is a great teacher, full of great tips and suggestions.. this class is really well organised and paced. Definitely recommended.
  • 5/5 from Valerie Gan, attended Sep 2025: Great class. Natasha is a great teacher. She guides each student through each step of the process of making the still life painting. Everyone in our class left with a great little painting and motivated to keep painting with oil paints. The venue is perfect for this intimate class. Everyone got great advice and feedback from Natasha. Materials provided and plenty of time to create a finished painting. Thank you Natasha.
  • 5/5 from Elina Shaiukova, attended Aug 2025: Beautiful space and excellent central location. I loved this class. The teacher was so friendly, and provided guidance and support when needed ️
  • 5/5 from Anne Cleary, attended Aug 2025: What a great day! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this class. Natasha is an excellent teacher, and person, and I learnt so much about oil painting. Something I've avoided because of all the cleaning up drama. Now I know it's as easy as using acrylic paints but with all the richness of oils. One question Natasha - once my painting is dry, should I varnish it or leave well alone? Thanks again for a wonderful day, and I will be back. Anne
  • 5/5 from Marina Maier, attended Aug 2025: Natasha is a very encouraging, skilled and knowledgeable teacher. It is amazing to learn and see what you can achieve in 6 hours with her guidance and help. There were different still life objects we could choose to paint and it was a perfect step by step process using non-toxic oil paint. Would anyone recommend who wants to a full painting experience that you can leverage on at home.
  • 5/5 from Sally Lim, attended Jul 2025: My friend and I really enjoyed Natasha’s workshop, she is so talented and knowledgeable. Time flew past and I was so surprised and impressed by the outcome…I couldn’t believe we painted these ourselves!
  • 5/5 from Sandra Otoole, attended Jul 2025: This is my 4th class with Natasha and it was so good as always. This time she gave me guidance on how to tackle a larger work. I highly recommend her classes. Also met a lovely bunch of ladies in today’s class.
  • 5/5 from Sally Grill, attended Jul 2025: Very informative and fun. Highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Catherine Anderton, attended Jul 2025: Very relaxed atmosphere suits all levels of painters
  • 5/5 from Sandra O’Toole, attended Feb 2025: This is my second workshop - this time I bought my own inspiration and Natasha was so encouraging and has so many fabulous tips. Seriously the best art classes I have ever done
  • 5/5 from Katherine Saw, attended Feb 2025: Second time we have joined this class and we will keep coming back! Phenomenal teacher - highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Elizabeth McArthur, attended Feb 2025: Great class! I learnt so much. Natasha really offers a lot of attention and guidance for every student. ️
  • 5/5 from Titima Hongwiangjan, attended Jan 2025: Very supportive Teacher
Your teacher

Natasha Junmanee
Natasha Junmanee

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Hey there, I'm Natasha! a passionate fine art painter with over 10 years experience in painting and drawing. I've been exhibiting my work widely at galleries, art fairs, and exhibitions, and I've been fortunate to be a finalist in numerous art prizes and win several awards. You might have even seen my art in art magazines or on "The Block 2019" TV show!
I'd love to share my knowledge and skills with you. I believe that art is a powerful form of expression that has the ability to inspire and evoke emotion.
If you're on the lookout for a friendly and supportive art teacher who can help you unleash your creativity, I'd be thrilled to join you on your artistic journey. Let's create something amazing and explore the colourful world of art together!

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