'En Plein Air' is a french term meaning to paint outside. Think Monet, Van Gogh and the work of their fellow master impressionist painters.
Painting the landscape while immersed in its very elements is an incredibly beautiful experience. It requires us to connect with nature, see beauty where we haven't seen it before, and can bring back a sense of the 'sacred' to ones creative practice. Many say painting in nature feels much like meditation due to the level of presence and solitude required, it really is bliss. Come join me for a full day of painting and drawing, reconnecting with nature, and learning how to delight in the land and light a little more.

I would like to acknowledge that we will be meeting on the traditional country of the Dharawal people, and pay my respects to indigenous Elders past and present. I acknowledge, respect and honour the unique spiritual connection our indigenous people have to country, and the sacred site that is present at Sandon Point (Wangewarra).

The Day:
From 2:00 - 7:00pm

Part 1:
We'll be beginning in my studio, at The Timbermill to learn:
- Basic composition, tone and colour theory
- Approaches to landscape painting
- Completing some small studies, & sketches together.
- Developing personal style

Part 2:
-We'll be moving to Sandon Point to paint the extraordinary south Sydney coast line during sunset.
Here, we'll explore ways in which we can connect with the environment, become explorers of the world around us, and play with new ways of 'seeing.'

-We'll then split around the headland to our separate painting points (where ever you feel most drawn to) where I'll be visiting each student to give one on one advice, and teaching.

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What is supplied:
To keep costs of tickets low students are advised to bring their own art supplies, though basic materials will be available on the day.
- Basic watercolours, brushes etc' and pencils.
- En Plein Air Handbook- To be kept, and use and re-explored at your leisure.

Students are encouraged to bring:
-Whatever you wish to explore the landscape with, oil paints are fantastic for this and a small kit can be purchased from me for an additional $60 to get you started on the day. Some students do have sensitivities to these or costs may be too high so I will not make it a requirement, I would like this workshop to be accessible to all and will work with each students personal needs and materials. I will be in contact with each student on purchase of ticket to discuss what materials you would like to use/ explore and how I can assist or cater to your needs.

Students Must Bring:
A sketchbook/journal
Basic pencils or crayons or pastels or charcoal.
A small bag or box
If painting, 2 x small canvas or board (8 x 12 inches are a great size)
Waterbottle
Snacks
Sun protection
A jacket

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Weather:
In the lead up to the Master Class, I'll be looking at the weather and will be in contact, updating all students. Should extreme or poor weather occur I will postpone the workshop. Refunds can be made if students can not attend the new date.

Travel:
Students arriving by public transport to Bulli Station, will be able to car pool to Sandon Point with Sally and returned to Bulli Station.

Lets paint!