Artists Workshops
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Society of Artists Newcastle Workshop Program 2023
John Earle 24th and 25th February – Acrylics and Oils
Members $220 Non-Members $260 John Earle is best known for his seascapes and landscapes and has over 30 solo exhibitions to his name. John’s work has been hung a staggering six times in the prestigious Wynn Prize and he has over 40 years’ experience to share. During the weekend students will cover drawing skills, a still life study, a beach scene provided by John (or a photo you provide). Harry Westera 9th and 10th March – Acrylic Oil and Watercolour Portrait Painting
Members $220 Non-Members $260 Harry has an ability to transfer his experience and training into a form that students easily understand and quickly apply to advance their skills. No wonder Harry is returning to the society for the third year running. This workshop progresses through a series of drawing, tonal and painting phases to provide a comprehensive understanding of portrait painting. Harry will demonstrate in oils but has extensive knowledge to assist those using watercolour and acrylics. Grace Paleg 27th May – Portraits in Pastels
Members $120 Non-Members $160 This portrait workshop will start with drawing the head and shoulders using a live model. Grace will explain layering techniques in the beginning to “nail” a likeness, before more refinement to create a portrait. This is a very small class so be sure to get in quick! |
Chan Dissanayke 6th and 7th April – Watercolour
Members $220 Non-Members $260 Chan is a multi award winning watercolour artist known for his innovative approach to teaching and generosity in sharing his knowledge. His quick and direct approach to watercolour has earned him much success and respect both nationally and internationally. This two day workshop will suit students who have been exposed to the medium of watercolour and want to extend their knowledge to the next level. You will specifically focus on how to inject and capture the mood of the subject, painting two separate paintings over the weekend. Grace Paleg 25th and 26th May – Pastels
Members $220 Non-Members $260 Grace has been working with pastels since the late 80s and currently teaches workshops throughout Australia. Grace will take your pastel use to a new level in a fun and informative environment. This two day still life workshop will focus on developing an understanding of how light falls across subjects with the time to really learn how to bring out the magic of pastels. Mellissa Read-Devine 16th and 17th November – Acrylics
Members $220 Non-Members $260 Mellissa paints with a rich, vibrant style, celebrating the shape, colours and brushstrokes of contemporary impressionism. She is a member of the Royal Art Society and delivers workshops throughout the world. During this workshop you will be guided through the layered application of colours to produce artworks that you may not usually feel bold enough to attempt. During the workshop you will produce two paintings which will allow you to explore your own interpretation of colours. |
Jan Cristaudo 15 and 16th June – Oil and Acrylics
Members $220 Non-Members $260 Jan is an amazing abstract artist and regularly teaches workshops throughout Australia. The use of colour is her preferred method of expression and she has a distinctive style using oils on canvas to interpret the subjects that inspire her. Jan will ask you to bring a photo to this workshop that has meaning to you. Jan will teach you to explore what it means to you and how it makes you feel. You will be trained to look at it’s depth and work towards expressing this in your own painting. Prue Sailer 20th and 21st July – Acrylics or Oils
Members $220 Non-Members $260 Prue was a lecturer in Natural History Illustration at the University of Newcastle for eight years. She has been published in Australian Geographic and her work can be found in collections in Australia and overseas. This workshop will focus on learning how to paint nature through a series of still life studies involving both drawing and painting. Jacky Pearson 21st and 22nd September – Watercolour
Members $220 Non-Members $260 Jacky is an internationally known watercolour artist with many years’ experience teaching workshops. This two day workshop will suit students of all skill levels and will focus on a range of watercolour techniques. During the weekend students will produce two different paintings whilst learning a diverse range of skills in a fun environment. |
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Bookings are Essential
Contact David Slattery [email protected] SMS; 0422101176 or Peta Slattery [email protected] SMS; 0414856506 to reserve your spot prior to making your electronic payment.
Workshop Payment
Workshops are to be paid in full prior to the 31st January 2024. When your registration is successful you’ll be sent the payment details for your workshop. Should a single payment prove to be difficult, then please contact the Art Director so a two-payment option can be arranged.
Anybody on the waiting list is not required to pay, unless they secure a spot, in which case they have 2 weeks to pay. Workshop attendee withdrawals will only result in a refund if a replacement from the waiting list can attend. This is because the Society is liable for the full costs of tutors, which do not decrease if attendees are reduced. So, late withdrawals would result in lost money for the society.
If there are insufficient registrations one week prior to a workshop operating then it may be cancelled and participants will be contacted by the Art Director and refunds arranged.
Materials List
The Art Director will send out the materials list when provided by the tutor. Please remember that the list is “recommended”. If you are new to art or the medium being taught, it’s fine to bring a reduced selection from the list or less expensive brands. You will still enjoy the workshop and often a benefit of a workshop is learning what materials you want to buy, after discussion with the tutor and other students.
If you have booked for a workshop not shown here, don't panic. Workshops are removed from this page when they become fully subscribed (many with a wait-list).
Contact David Slattery [email protected] SMS; 0422101176 or Peta Slattery [email protected] SMS; 0414856506 to reserve your spot prior to making your electronic payment.
Workshop Payment
Workshops are to be paid in full prior to the 31st January 2024. When your registration is successful you’ll be sent the payment details for your workshop. Should a single payment prove to be difficult, then please contact the Art Director so a two-payment option can be arranged.
Anybody on the waiting list is not required to pay, unless they secure a spot, in which case they have 2 weeks to pay. Workshop attendee withdrawals will only result in a refund if a replacement from the waiting list can attend. This is because the Society is liable for the full costs of tutors, which do not decrease if attendees are reduced. So, late withdrawals would result in lost money for the society.
If there are insufficient registrations one week prior to a workshop operating then it may be cancelled and participants will be contacted by the Art Director and refunds arranged.
Materials List
The Art Director will send out the materials list when provided by the tutor. Please remember that the list is “recommended”. If you are new to art or the medium being taught, it’s fine to bring a reduced selection from the list or less expensive brands. You will still enjoy the workshop and often a benefit of a workshop is learning what materials you want to buy, after discussion with the tutor and other students.
If you have booked for a workshop not shown here, don't panic. Workshops are removed from this page when they become fully subscribed (many with a wait-list).