“To escape criticism – do nothing, say nothing, be nothing.”
Elbert Hubbard

Workshop focus: The Art Scene Mitchell School of Arts

Mitchell School of Arts is an institution that is an incredibly valuable resource for the whole arts community across Australia. It runs in Bathurst twice a year and is organised by The Art Scene. With around 30 different workshops using oil, acrylic, watercolour, pastel, mixed media, printmaking and drawing in traditional or contemporary styles - there is something for everyone.

If you haven’t yet attended one of the week long schools then you are missing out.

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Workshop review: Fired Art Retreat

I took the coast road and drove from Sydney to the beautiful rainforest property in Newee Creek (near Nambucca Heads). The accommodation was spacious and delightful. The food was fabulous. The hosts were friendly, caring and informative. The pottery was delightful.

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Tutor feature: Julie Stephenson

“Julie Stephenson is an amazing teacher who will help you to more effectively say what you want to through your photographic images through her "Hearing through the Eyes" workshops and private mentoring. In her workshops you will be inspired.”

Julie is passionate about her life and is committed to living it as richly as possible. She states, "I want to learn and connect more intimately with the natural environment, other people and myself. I am fascinated by ‘the unseen’ and open myself to the mysteries of life that are not truly understood."

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Workshop review: S.H. Ervin Gallery Workshop – Wendy Sharpe

Three art friends made our way to the city for a Saturday Wendy Sharpe Master class organised by Simon at S. H. Ervin Gallery, part of the National Trust of Australia complex,  held in conjunction with the survey exhibition of Wendy Sharpe: The Imagined Life (26 February – 10 April).

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Latest Tips and Tricks

Darin: Oil Portrait Painting

This is a demonstration by David R Darrow painting a portrait of Darin. Listen and watch the progress of this painting as David shares his tips with you.

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Look at my chicks!

Aren’t they gorgeous! Stephanie is coming up to Bathurst for a week so we might just paint some chicken pictures. If any turn out OK we will show you in our next newsletter.

The days are closing in and we have already had our first fire. If you haven’t visited Bathurst in autumn or winter you are missing out on some fantastic atmosphere. Autumn is crisp and golden with sunny days and cool nights. Winter can be fierce at times but very exciting as you must comply with the environment and modify your behaviour and activities to suit the weather. Come up and have a look and perhaps join a workshop at the Mitchell School of Art. If you’re lucky it might even snow!

Teresa

Looking forward to a week away in Bathurst. It's true, being out in the country makes you feel much more attuned to nature and because of it you feel more alive. So do get out to some of the regional workshops, apart from the wonderful stimulation from fellow artists and great tutors, the environment itself is often the icing on the cake.

Stephanie