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The Old Constabulary Brightwater

This work is one of Nicole’s plein air paintings. The Old Constabulary is located in Brightwater and often visited by the Nelson/Tasman plein air painting group. It’s one of Nicole’s little gems painted on location with the palette knife. The Old Constabulary Brightwater Oil on board 6" x 8" Click here for more information.

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Beginners Watercolour Painting 1-Day

This 1-day workshop is right for you if you like a quick introduction to watercolour painting. Nicole will explain watercolour materials, demonstrate a watercolour painting from start to finish. You will practise various watercolour techniques and create your own watercolour painting(s). After the workshop you will have a great knowledge base to keep painting lovely watercolours. When: Saturday, 19th August 2023, 10-4pm Where: Nicole Russell Art Studio, 300 Pomona Rd, Ruby Bay Fee: $80

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Maitai River Bridge

The work is one of Nicole’s little gems. It shows her love for plein air painting, the palette knife, lively colour and strong contrast. Maitai River Bridge Oil on board 6" x 8" Click here for more information.

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Beginners Oil Painting 1-Day

This 1-day workshop is right for you if you like a quick introduction to oil painting materials and techniques. Nicole will show you how to easily paint an oil painting from start to finish and give you guidance with your own painting(s). After the workshop you will have enough knowledge to keep painting in oils on your own. When: Saturday, 12th August 2023, 10-4pm Where: Nicole Russell Art Studio, 300 Pomona Road, Ruby Bay Fee: $80

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Golden Syrup

During winter … when plein air painting is not so convenient… Nicole likes to focus on still life painting. Last winter she chose the theme “Kiwi Classics” or “Kiwiana”. In this selection Nicole is pointing out some typical Kiwi food items and the Buzzy Bee, an iconic Kiwi toy. “Even my kids played with it!” she explains. Being a collector of tins she finds that the typical Kiwiana products show the pride and thoughtfulness with which they were created. Europeans…

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Whattie’s Spaghetti

During winter … when plein air painting is not so convenient… Nicole likes to focus on still life painting. Last winter she chose the theme “Kiwi Classics” or “Kiwiana”. In this selection Nicole is pointing out some typical Kiwi food items and the Buzzy Bee, an iconic Kiwi toy. “Even my kids played with it!” she explains. Being a collector of tins she finds that the typical Kiwiana products show the pride and thoughtfulness with which they were created. Europeans…

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Milo

During winter … when plein air painting is not so convenient… Nicole likes to focus on still life painting. Last winter she chose the theme “Kiwi Classics” or “Kiwiana”. In this selection Nicole is pointing out some typical Kiwi food items and the Buzzy Bee, an iconic Kiwi toy. “Even my kids played with it!” she explains. Being a collector of tins she finds that the typical Kiwiana products show the pride and thoughtfulness with which they were created. For…

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Let’s Paint (Beginners/Advanced)

Let’s Paint is a painting class designed for the beginner to the advanced artist. It is the ideal class if you wish to refine your skills while working on your own project. Nicole will demonstrate painting techniques and you will learn about the principles of painting, such as composition, perspective, colour theory, etc. All media are welcome, e.g. acrylics, oils (odourless!), watercolour, pastel. When: Tuesdays, 25th July – 15th August 2023, 10-12pm (4 weeks) Where: Nicole Russell Art Studio, 300…

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Buzzy Bee

During winter … when plein air painting is not so convenient… Nicole likes to focus on still life painting. Last winter she chose the theme “Kiwi Classics” or “Kiwiana”. In this selection Nicole is pointing out some typical Kiwi food items and the Buzzy Bee, an iconic Kiwi toy. “Even my kids played with it!” she explains. Being a collector of tins she finds that the typical Kiwiana products show the pride and thoughtfulness with which they were created. Buzzy…

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Beginners Oil Painting 1-Day

This 1-day workshop is right for you if you like a quick introduction to oil painting materials and techniques. Nicole will show you how to easily paint an oil painting from start to finish and give you guidance with your own painting(s). After the workshop you will have enough knowledge to keep painting in oils on your own. When: Saturday, 12th August 2023, 10-4pm Where: Nicole Russell Art Studio, 300 Pomona Road, Ruby Bay Fee: $80

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