Art Classes Tasmania

Landscapes using Acrylics - SUNDAY 21 September

A step-by-step guided workshop teaching an easy-to-follow four-stage process for painting a landscape. We'll be working with acrylics, and all materials—including paints and canvases—are included in the fee. Perfect for beginners and anyone looking to discover a clear, effective painting method.

Date and time:

21 Sep 2025 (10:00 AM - 3:30 PM)

Places available: 0

Location:

$ 155.00

Description

When you’re painting a landscape, it’s all about learning to really see—training your eye to notice what matters, and making choices about what to include and what to leave out. It’s also about trusting your artistic instincts to build a composition that feels right and draws the viewer in. This workshop is designed to give you a clear process to help you do exactly that.

We’ll be rolling up our sleeves and getting straight into the painting.

We’ll begin by getting comfortable with the paints and brushes, experimenting with application techniques. You’ll create colour swatches and explore different mark-making styles to get into the creative flow.

Next, we’ll plan the composition of the artwork — considering focal points, how the viewer’s eye moves through the piece, and the overall balance.

Landscape #1: You’ll paint a single tree within a landscape, using it as the focal point while exploring how light and shadow define form.

Landscape #2: You’ll apply the complete process to a landscape painting of your choice, either from an image you bring along, from one of mine or one of my paintings - the choice is yours.. Starting with basic shapes and values, you’ll gradually build layers to develop structure, light, and texture. The aim is to work through the method clearly, letting your personal style emerge while creating a well-balanced composition.

The plan is, by the end of the workshop, for you to have created two landscapes - the 'Portrait of a Tree' and another of your choice both on canvases.

INCLUDED.

All tuition.
Canvases
Artist quality paints.
Coffee and Tea

NOT INCLUDED - please bring:

Brushes (a variety of synthetic and bristle brushes).
Apron
Rags/Paper towels
Pencil and sketchbook
Your lunch

I will encourage you to embrace the challenge of pushing your boundaries, to let go of expectations, to be open to learn from your mistakes, but most importantly, have fun and enjoy the process! After all, art making is just practice.

NOTES:

The Studio is ABOVE the Golf Club building at Quamby Estate.
Park your car in the car park on the left as you drive in.
There are 17 stairs to the studio.
The bathroom is downstairs.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
If for some reason you need to cancel, email juliemcdonald236@gmail.com

*N.B. We have a no-refund policy in place. If you are unable to attend, we will provide you with a credit that can be used for a future class or workshop.

Testimonials

Thank you so very much for a lovely morning at your studio last Friday. You were so kind and considerate with your lesson. I felt so pleased that I took the plunge and tried something completely new. I left feeling a huge sense of confidence and excited to show my children the drawing foundational basics. Warm regards.Angela Shepherd

A big thank you to Julie McDonald Artist for guiding me through my first ever art class. It was welcoming, fun, interesting, challenging and there was cake and cups of tea and a stunning location.

Bronny Walsh -

Julie's paintings adorn walls throughout our home and all are very different in their subject and medium. A particular favourite of ours is a watercolour of our staffy dog as a pup. Julie has captured his personality perfectly. We would highly recommend a viewing of Julie's collection.

John & Cathy Gooding -

Great content, very encouraging host and learn lots. Was as described, engaging, welcoming, met some lovely people and inclusive of all attendees.

Helen -

I bought a painting from Julie at one of her exhibitions and the colours are amazing. A very talented local artist.

Julie Valentine -

Julie thank you for such a wonderful class yesterday. I went from stick figures to a landscape and wanting to buy charcoal. It was a fun afternoon in beautiful surroundings and practical steps that I can use to continue my journey.

Lesley Bennett -

We have two of Julie's beautiful paintings and they are exquisite. They have become much loved features in our home. The precision in her brushwork makes each artwork come to life and everyone comments on how lovely they are.

Julie's art is so expressive. I've bought a number of pieces so far. I love the different styles and in particular, how Julie beautifully, and expertly, captures the moment and character.

Nicky Strang -

Julie had the ability to give me the confidence to do something I felt I couldn't do in a comfortable atmosphere.

Sandra Cox -

I purchased one of Julie's beautiful floral paintings, which now hangs on my bedroom wall. It looks so real, I could almost reach out and touch the silky flowers and perfectly formed leaves. Julie has such a talent in the way she captures the spirit of whatever she is painting xx

Sarah Gould -

A well structured, well presented and informative art class by a passionate art teacher.

Stephen Shepherd -

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