Explore the expressive potential of gouache painting with Dylan Jones!

Explore a unique side of yourself in this introductory painting workshop, led by painter Dylan Jones.

Dylan will guide participants through the basics of painting self-portraits using gouache - a versatile, often overlooked water-based medium celebrated for its rich opacity and matte finish. Perfect for those new to painting, the session highlights gouache’s unique qualities, including its immediacy, adaptability, and expressive potential.

Be inspired by Dylan's gestural and energetic mark making and discover a new facet of one's reflection.

Through step-by-step instruction, participants will delve into basic colour mixing and experience the benefits of working from their own likeness using a mirror. By the end of the workshop, attendees will complete an original self-portrait on high quality paper and gain an understanding of fundamental gouache painting techniques.

Skill level: This workshop is suitable for beginners.

What to wear: Please wear closed-in shoes and workshop-friendly clothing. BYO Apron should you require it.

Materials: All Materials are provided.

IAG Masterclass: Self-Portraiture Painting with Dylan Jones

Saturday 27 September 2025

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Please meet at the Ipswich Art Workshop, in d'Arcy Doyle Place, Ipswich 4305.

Additional information:

Location: Ipswich Art Gallery is located in the heart of the Ipswich CBD. Our public entrance is in d’Arcy Doyle Place, a pedestrian section of Nicholas Street between Brisbane and Limestone Streets.

Parking: The Gallery does not have its own parking, however there is metered on-street parking on Limestone Street, Nicholas Street and Brisbane Street. Street parking is free on the weekends; please check signs for details. Ipswich CBD Parking (beneath Tulmur Place in the Nicholas Street Precinct) offers free parking for up to 3 hours. On weekends parking is free. The car park entry is located on Bremer Street which runs parallel to the Bremer River.

Public Transport: The Gallery is a short walk from the Ipswich Railway Station as well as bus stops. If travelling by train, alight at Ipswich Station. The Gallery is a 4-minute walk from the station. Walk left up Bell Street, right onto Brisbane Street and left onto d’Arcy Doyle Place. VisitTRANSlink for service and timetable information.