blueBanksia art directory lists art short courses and events

Immerse yourself in the adventure of painting in the stunning surrounds of Byron Bay or get your hands dirty working with clay in an 19th Century carriage house in Surry Hills. Finish the day with a glass of wine and light supper contemplating your work with fellow artists. ArtWorkshops Australia is renowned for providing exceptional workshops with acclaimed and accomplished Australian Artists.

Whether you are an abstract painter, a figurative sculptor or use printing as a tool to capture the landscape, ArtWorkshops Australia offers a relaxed, professional approach to guide beginners in basic practice, and gives experienced artists the opportunity to glean new insights and re invigorate their work.

Here's a pictorial review of Jo Bertini's recent workshop: Abstraction in the Landscape - you know what they say - a picture is worth a thousand words!

Class discussion	Joanne mixing
Jo the teacher	Neddy contemplates
Beryl at work	Studio space
Heidi's landscape	Studio perspective
Jo demonstrates	Dinner in the studio
The class wraps up

You can catch up with Jo Bertini over the weekend of 27 & 28 November – learn from an exceptional teacher whose experience of colour and spatial composition is unmatched.

The final workshop in Sydney for the year is with Emma Walker also over the 27 & 28 November. Emma is the supreme motivator. This class aims to help push you into fresh territory and will enable you to discuss and vocalise further ideas, motivations and concepts behind your work and practice.

For more information and to book your workshops go to the ArtWorkshops Australia website.