"Anyone can paint if they are given the right instructions.” - Marcel Desbiens, Master Artist and Principal Tutor
Marcel has designed learning pathways to give students structure as they develop from novice to advanced artist.
If you have limited or no experience with Watercolour paint, then we recommend you start with Penelope Gilbert-Ng who will help you learn the basics of Watercolour painting in a friendly and supportive environment.
Penelope offers beginners and intermediate workshops, as does Jan Lawnikanis
If you fancy playing with Watercolour while sipping your drink of choice, come to one of the regular Paint & Sip events.
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Once you have built your confidence with Watercolour, it's time to develop and broaden your skills with a weekend workshop run by a guest artist, covering a range of subjects.
We’re so excited to have Heidi Willis returning to the Sunshine Coast for a buzzing new 3-day workshop. Heidi will guide you through the full process of creating a beautifully rendered bee illustration, step by step, in a warm and supportive studio environment. This popular workshop and subject present students with the ultimate opportunity to explore critical painting techniques with a focus on detail and dry brushing techniques. “Bees are such a joy to paint, full of intricate...
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About this event This is a rare opportunity to come and enjoy two hours at this live demonstration. You will meet and be entertained by a great artist sharing their knowledge and talent with you. Who is this workshop suitable for? Everyone is welcome! This is a seated event with strictly limited numbers. What do I need to bring? Nothing at all. But you're welcome to bring a notepad and any questions for the artist! What is provided? A glass of wine on arrival A friendly, supportive...
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Jessie is a highly-skilled Botanical Artist and is only in Brisbane for a limited time in 2021. She is teaching this course in person and exclusively at Bienarté. Learn how to create your own botanical artworks over this 4-week course. These classes provide a friendly and encouraging environment to help you build confidence in observational drawing and watercolour painting techniques in the field of botanical art. What will I learn? Jessie will guide you through her step-by-step...
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About this event This is a rare opportunity to come and enjoy two hours at this live demonstration. You will meet and be entertained by a great artist sharing their knowledge and talent with you. Who is this workshop suitable for? Everyone is welcome! This is a seated event with strictly limited numbers. What do I need to bring? Nothing at all. But you're welcome to bring a notepad and any questions for the artist! What is provided? A glass of wine on arrival A friendly, supportive...
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About this workshop Looking for a new, fun creative activity? Learn the art of Japanese brush stroking and create spontaneous shapes for flowers, landscapes and all creatures great and small, with just the flick, squash and roll of your brush! In this half-day workshop, you will be able to see and learn all the loose marks and strokes Di uses to create different shapes and objects. You will also learn how to mix colours and in particular, how to use several colours on a brush at...
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About this workshop Join Brisbane artist Rachael King for 2 hours of fun painting a colourful floral bouquet in watercolour. Rachael will take you through the steps to creating your own masterpiece! this will be a fun session where you will create the impression of a floral bouquet - no experience is necessary as this is all about having fun and making marks with watercolour! Who is this workshop suitable for? Everyone is welcome! No experience necessary. What do I need to bring?...
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Running solo or with another of Heidi's workshop options on her BRISBANE tour, explore the beautifully intricate world of small bird illustration in watercolour, Heidi's favourite! These wonderful subjects may be small in size, but they’re absolutely bursting with personality, colour, and exquisite detail, making them the perfect focus for this richly rewarding workshop. There’s so much to learn, explore, and enjoy. Heidi will guide students through the process of creating a...
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Do you find it hard to devote time to your painting practice? Do you get stuck with a painting and don’t know where to take it next? Do you have technical questions about your painting? Are you looking for a group of likeminded artists to paint with? The Studio Painting Practice casual courses provide: uninterrupted time to focus on your own work in a studio setting an expert tutor to help you extend your skills a small group of passionate likeminded artists What will I learn?...
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Heidi is back in 2026! Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned painter looking to refine and elevate your work, there’s so much to learn, explore and enjoy in this beautifully focused subject. Australian born, Heidi Willis is an entirely self-taught Natural History watercolour artist, specialising in botanical illustration and bird painting. Her work intricately illustrates our native and exotic plants, flowers, fruits and seed capsules, whilst her powerful and distinctive...
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About this class Join local professional artist and illustrator, Georgie Forbes from Lordy Dordie Art as she takes you through the basic skills and techniques used in watercolour painting while you enjoy your tipple of choice! What will I learn? Play with vivid colours and enjoy plenty of creative freedom as Georgie guides you with the foundations for your artwork, along with plenty of helpful tips to inspire and create your own stunning abstract Australian native flower...
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