Mushrooms and Floral Watercolour Workshop (2 Hours and 10 Mins)

Create vibrant fungi illustrations with watercolour paint



2 hours 10 mins

Class size 1 to 7 (public classes), 5 to 6

  $65 - $75 ($75 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $70/guest for 2+ guests, $65/guest for 4+ guests)
Please note that this workshop requires at least two bookings in a session to run.
Step into the calming world of watercolour and learn how to paint delicate florals and charming forest mushrooms in this beginner-friendly workshop.
In this two-hour class, you’ll be guided through the essential foundations of watercolour painting — from understanding water control to building soft layers of colour without creating mud. Whether you’ve never picked up a brush before or want to refine your technique, this session will give you the confidence to create luminous, expressive artwork.
You’ll begin with simple warm-up exercises to explore:
  • Wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques
  • Controlling pigment strength
  • Creating smooth gradients and soft blends
  • Understanding light and shadow in watercolour
Once you feel comfortable with the basics, you’ll move into guided studies of a floral form and a forest mushroom.
You’ll learn how to:
  • Paint soft, dimensional petals
  • Create natural-looking leaves with subtle tonal shifts
  • Add texture and depth to mushroom caps
  • Use negative space to keep your work light and fresh
For the two-hour class, you will learn how to paint:
  • Lavender
  • Toadstool
In the final portion of the class, you’ll combine your skills into a small finished composition—a beautiful botanical piece you can frame or gift.
Late Arrival Policy
Please arrive on time for your workshop. To ensure the session runs smoothly and out of respect for other participants, a maximum grace period of 5 minutes will be provided after the scheduled start time.
If you have not arrived within 5 minutes of the workshop commencing, your booking will be considered a no-show, your place may be offered to another participant or the workshop will continue without you, and no refund, credit, or transfer will be provided.
If you anticipate being delayed, please contact Broomstick & Brush Studio as soon as possible. While every effort will be made to accommodate unforeseen circumstances, late entry cannot be guaranteed once the workshop has begun.

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 2 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.

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Upcoming dates for Mushrooms and Floral Watercolour Workshop (2 Hours and 10 Mins)

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 7 Oct 2026, 9:02pm; 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, 10:30am-12:40pm
What you'll get
  • All materials are provided, including watercolour paint, brushes and paper
  • Notepaper and a pen
  • A completed mushroom/floral artwork ready to display
  • A strong understanding of watercolour painting techniques
  • Practical knowledge you can apply to future paintings
  • The confidence to continue exploring watercolour art at home
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Knowledge required
Understanding of the English language (Deaf students may bring a sign language interpreter if needed—you must purchase a ticket for them too).
Please note: Due to the leader of the workshop being hard of hearing (hearing aids), translators that need to speak during lecture sessions are not permitted to allow the workshop leader to communicate effectively with minimal background noise. Therefore, for any individual who cannot speak/understand English, this course is not for you.
Recommended for those between 15-90 years old. (Younger kids are welcomed but may struggle with the workshop). Anyone under 13 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
What to bring
Optional:
  • Notebook and writing materials (Please note that basic notepaper and pen will be provided, but you are more than welcome to bring your own)
  • Your own refreshments (no alcohol permitted)
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 15 years old).

Adult accompaniment is not required.

Location

Reservoir Community and Learning Centre - Reservoir Library, Edwardes Street, Reservoir VIC

Around the corner from Reservoir Station. Extremely limited street parking available- recommend public transport.

Mushrooms and Floral Watercolour Workshop (2 Hours and 10 Mins) location
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Recent reviews of Mushrooms and Floral Watercolour Workshop (2 Hours and 10 Mins)

  • 5/5 from Laura Newman, attended Aug 2026: My friends and I signed up to learn some tricks and have fun. Cristina was great! So informative and fun. A really lovely sunday afternoon
  • 5/5 from Caitlin McKenzie, attended Jul 2026: I had a lovely time, Cristina was so helpful and patient. I really appreciated her pre-organised visual aids, and the additional material provided once the class was finished. She also has lots of great tips regarding sourcing materials if you're keen to keep painting on your own, which is super helpful. Thanks for the wonderful class!
  • 5/5 from Kate Smith, attended Jun 2026: Fabulous class! Top materials, top knowledge, top teacher! Cristina is absolutley lovely :)
  • 5/5 from Alix Downing, attended May 2026: Did this class with my mum and 13 year old daughter. It was fun and accessible. Cristina was methodical in her instruction and generous with her knowledge and materials. Daughter came home and was painting what we learnt at first opportunity :)
  • 5/5 from Laura Burns, attended May 2026: I am a total novice with zero artistic talent and wanted to broaden my horizons - Cristina was really patient and I actually managed to paint a mushroom worthy of fridge-space
  • 5/5 from Jen Rochford, attended Apr 2026: Lovely, low pressure workshop, perfectly presented at a very accessible level. Well organised, well paced, highly recommend. We brought a group of 8 and it was such a lovely experience.
  • 5/5 from Shelley Nicholas, attended Apr 2026: The class was much better than I anticipated. First timing at water colours. Learnt heaps of skills and information regarding products to use/purchase. Thanks so much for a great class. I would have enjoyed a smaller class plus I was disappointed in the end that I didn’t get you to review my work and ask how I could have improved it.
Your teacher

Broomstick & Brush Studio
Broomstick & Brush Studio

5.0 (19)
female Women-owned

Cristina T. Ingbritsen is a multifaceted professional artist, award-winning photographer, and arts manager whose creative journey traverses the realms of fantasy, folklore and beyond. With a distinct focus on exploring the nuances of folklore and the mystique of mythology in her work, she skilfully weaves together elements of empowerment and introspection.
Her portfolio is a testament to her commitment to authenticity, often described as brutally honest yet infused with a profound sense of compassion and empathy towards diverse cultures. Through her lens, she captures the essence of human experiences, inviting viewers to delve into introspective realms where societal constructs are deconstructed and reimagined.
Beyond her exploration of mythology, her commissions for clients extend beyond these themes, showcasing her versatility and ability to breathe life into diverse artistic visions.
With a penchant for realism in her portrait work, Cristina also embraces elements of semi-realism and manga styles, adding layers of depth and dynamism to her creations. Each piece she produces is a testament to her unwavering dedication to her craft and her unique ability to blend tradition with innovation.
Welcome to Cristina's world, where art becomes a transformative journey of self-discovery and cultural exploration.
Cristina was the co-owner and co-jewellery designer for The Dragon's Hoard. Cristina's future career goals include many more solo exhibitions, becoming a gallery curator/owner and/or university lecturer.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours), RMIT (2022) (Second-class Honours)
Master of Arts (Arts Management), RMIT (2020) (Graduated with Distinction)
Graduate Diploma in Pedagogy (Secondary), University of Melbourne (2019)
Bachelor of Design Arts (Visual Arts Major), Australian Academy of Design (2017) (now called LCI Melbourne)
Exhibitions:
"Trance" (Fifth Instalment in "The Magic Hour" exhibition series), Solo exhibition, Sol Gallery, Fitzroy, 2023
“Feminism & The Occult” (fourth instalment in “The Magic Hour” exhibition series), Solo/Group, RMIT Melbourne City Campus, 2022 (RMIT Grad Show)
“The Women’s Hour” (third installment in “The Magic Hour” exhibition series), solo fantasy art exhibition, Regent Gallery, Preston, Vic, 2022
“Likeness”, Group exhibition, Brunswick Street Gallery, Fitzroy, Vic, 2021
“Connecting the Distance”, Group exhibition (Online), Working Parts Gallery, Thornbury, Vic, 2020
“The Devil’s Hour” (second installment in “The Magic Hour” exhibition series), solo fantasy art exhibition, Maggie’s Art Space, Collingwood, Vic, 2020
“The Witching Hour” (first installment in “The Magic Hour” exhibition series), solo fantasy art exhibition, Maggie’s Art Space, Collingwood, Vic, 2019
“Playlist”, Solo/Group Exhibit, Collingwood's Art Precinct, Collingwood, Vic, 2017 (Australian Academy of Design Grad Show)
Filmmaking Pop-UP Exhibit, Group Exhibit, Academy of Design Project Space, Collingwood, Vic, 2016
"Distracting Narcissus" Eckersleys Open space gallery, Group exhibit, Melbourne, Victoria, 2016
"The Odditorium" (Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival), Group exhibit, Port Melbourne, Vic, 2015
Awards:
Dean’s Art People’s Choice award for “Connecting the Distance”, Group exhibition (Online), Working Parts Gallery, 2020
Other Notable Projects:
Research trip to Salem, MA (U.S.A), 2024
Magazine article writer & Magazine design team member, As above so below (Online Magazine), 2017
Market Management Team Member, Blip Artist Market, 2017
Publications:
“Feminism & The Occult”, exegesis, 2022
“Artist run spaces: Then & Now”, research paper, 2020
“The conservative public v.s. fantasy art”, research paper, 2019
“Subcultures”, As Above, So Below online magazine, 2017
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