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Workshops and Demos

Learn and Create Together
Join me for an inspiring range of workshops and demonstrations, designed to deepen your skills in oil painting. Whether you’re attending a live demonstration for an Art Society, participating in a hands-on workshop, or booking a private class, I offer engaging sessions focusing on landscape painting, traditional oil techniques, and still life, suitable for all levels. ​My demonstrations and workshops are designed to be interactive and educational, providing you with practical skills and inspiration.

My Services

Art Society Demonstrations
I conduct live demonstrations for Art Societies and small groups, lasting up to 2 hours. These sessions typically focus on landscape topics, showcasing techniques in oil painting.  

Group Workshops
Join a group of up to 10 participants for a 5-hour workshop. 

Private Classes
Available upon request, I offer private classes one-on-one and for groups of up to 6 people, lasting a max of 4 hours (minimum 2 hours for 1-on-1). 

Multi-Day Workshops
Multi-day workshops focusing on Traditional Oil Painting OR still life painting in oils using the indirect method, offering an in-depth learning experience; materials provided for select sessions.
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​Some sessions require participants to bring their own materials unless otherwise stated, with a list of recommended supplies provided upon booking.



Upcoming Sessions
Learn to Paint in Oils — Fully Instructional Blue Mountains Scenery

Venue: Woodburn Creatives, 1 Woodburn street, Redfern
Date: 17th May 2026 from 10am to 3pm AEDT


Overview
Join us for a fun in-person oil painting class where you'll create a beautiful Blue Mountains scene from scratch! 

Join us for a relaxed yet fully instructional in-person oil painting workshop where you will create your own beautiful Blue Mountains scene from start to finish. This is not a casual copy-along class—you will be guided through each stage of the painting process with clear explanations, demonstrations, and individual support.
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Suitable for beginners and intermediate painters, this workshop focuses on building confidence and understanding, not just completing a painting.


What you will learn
  • Core colour theory and colour mixing for landscape painting
  • Composition and creating depth using tone, colour, and perspective
  • Underpainting, layering, and blending techniques in oil.


What’s included
  • All materials provided (paints, brushes, palettes)
  • Step-by-step instruction and guidance throughout
  • Your own finished oil painting to take home


Important details
  • 30-minute break halfway through the class (lunch not included)
  • Odourless solvent used; no toxic turpentine
  • Not recommended for pregnant women


What to bring
  • Lunch, notebook, and a camera/phone
  • Wear clothes you don’t mind getting paint on

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  • Home
  • The Artist
    • About my work
    • Media/Publications
  • PAINTINGS
    • Paintings for Sale >
      • Landscapes
      • Plein Air
      • Still Life
    • Commissions
    • SOLD Paintings
  • Tuition
    • Online Mentorship
    • Workshops & Demos
    • Plein Air Painting
    • Oil Painting Course
    • Student Works
  • Products
  • Blog
  • Contact