"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 Acrylic paint, then we recommend you start with Jenni Kelly or Beth Kennedy, both of whom will help you learn the basics of acrylics in a friendly and supportive environment.
Next, you can focus on your own work while given expert guidance in the studio environment with Acrylic Painting Practice.
Once you have built your confidence with Acrylic, it's time to develop and broaden your skills with a weekend workshop run by a guest artist, covering a range of subjects.
About this workshop Immerse yourself in the wonderful medium of acrylic painting in this one day workshop. Enjoy learning more about this wonderful art form with guidance and teaching through painting landscapes with energy. Using photographs as his muse, Craig will show you how to achieve a modern, fairly loose and Expressionist painting. You'll complete 1 painting 76x61cm (30"x24") and a second smaller, painting (no more than 46x61cm (18"x24") within a 1 hour deadline! This will...
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Learn with Brisbane visual artist, Nick Olsen, to unlock the elusive creative urge. Learn about Nick's spontaneous and expressive approach to landscape painting in oils and acrylics. This weekend workshop explores ways to follow a path to self-expression and the discipline of studio practice using acrylic and oil paint. With an emphasis on the urban environment, Nick will walk students through the basics of painting our unique part of the world. Goals To increase your confidence...
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This is a fun painting experience with friends and family not to be missed! Access to all materials is included. Discover the processes and techniques used by the French Impressionists like Monet and Van Gogh in a fun and relaxing environment. Our talented Kerry Rushton will guide you step by step through the painting process with acrylic. All levels welcome including absolute beginners. What will I learn? How to use the brushes to create the marks you need. How to mix the colours...
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About this workshop There will be no limits to your creative output with this workshop, where you will takes ideas and images from your imagination (but you are welcome to bring reference materials if you prefer!) You will be encouraged to use your own favourite colours to create your masterpiece. What will I learn? Chris will lead you through demonstrations, while giving you lots of tips. You will learn to use tools you may not have used before and this will help with your...
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About this workshop There will be no limits to your creative output with this workshop, where you will takes ideas and images from your imagination (but you are welcome to bring flower reference photos if you prefer!) You will be encouraged to use your own favourite colours to create your masterpiece. What will I learn? Chris will lead you through demonstrations, while giving you lots of tips. You will learn to use tools you may not have used before and this will help with your...
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*New option available - to make it easy for you, you can prepurchase your 2 canvases 50cm x 50cm and access to acrylic paints and all the other materials for $50. Just bring your brushes! Book for Chris Postle's 1 or 2 full days of fun and creativity workshop. Day 1 - Paint an Egret - Chris will supply a reference image of the Great Egret, a majestic bird which will contrast with the white on colour for impact. You are welcome to bring along your own simple subject if you wish to...
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We are excited to host a paint-off featuring two celebrated Australian artists, David Hinchliffe and Daniel Butterworth. They will showcase their extraordinary talents live before your eyes. You will witness the artists compete in a thrilling BATTLE OF BRUSHSTROKES. Their unique styles and captivating narratives will ignite your imagination and transport you into a realm of artistic brilliance. Join us for this exceptional event where you will: Experience the raw energy of live...
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