Wild Learning now hosts fabulous Paint & Sip style Art Workshops @ Qirkz in the Hunter!

The event: Learn to paint Jacaranda trees

When the jacarandas bloom, the landscape turn into living purple artworks — and for one magical evening, we’re capturing that moment on canvas!

Join us for a relaxed, joy-filled art night as we paint the soft, fluttering petals of the iconic jacaranda tree in your own colours and style.

You’ll learn how to:
🌳 Sketch a jacaranda tree or branches using easy templates and simple instructions
🎨 Mix dreamy purples and glowing tones with our signature blending method
🖌️ Use layers of colour and brush techniques to create petals
✨ Add final touches to bring your painting to life

This is a beginner-friendly project that leads to truly impressive results — even if you haven't picked up a paintbrush since school!

This is Paint & Sip the Wild Learning way:
We guide you step by step, offer loads of support, and give you the freedom to relax, experiment, and create something totally you. No pressure. No perfection. Just paint, sip, relax, chat to friends and enjoy the moment.

💜 Only 25 seats available — and they fill fast!
Our last few events sold out, so don’t wait!
Treat yourself (or gift a ticket to someone who needs a night of joy).

“I never thought I could paint, but I walked out with something I’m SO proud of — and I laughed all night!” – Jenny R.

Do I need to be artistic? Not at all — we promise you’ll surprise yourself.
Can I come alone? Absolutely — lots of people do, and we’ll make sure you feel welcome.

🍷🍕 Food and drinks
You are welcome to visit the bar anytime during this event - drinks, cocktails, amazing coffee and delicious pizzas are available to purchase and enjoy while you paint or stay for a meal after!

Your teaching artist: Emmie, owner of Wild Learning

Emmie has managed to combine a deep love of art, sewing, singing, flamingos and all things gold into a career as an artist, community arts worker and owner of creative studio Wild Learning. Her teaching style is big on generating creative energy and helping people find their own unique art experience. With a focus on a warm, inclusive and welcoming atmosphere, absolute beginners and experienced creatives find Emmie's classes like a soft place to land in a world that sometimes feels too spikey.

www.wildlearning.com.au

The venue:

Qirkz in the Hunter. This incredible Music and Arts venue will blow your mind - it is bursting with inspiration and creativity and the perfect space for a great night out! Located in the beautiful building once known as the Denman Hotel in Abermain, conveniently nestled between Cessnock and Kurri Kurri. Support a local venue and order a drink at the bar and get to know owners Yaron and Edith and soak up some of the atmosphere in this very special place.

www.qirkz.com