Plein Air Painting to Watercolour journal classes: Nicole Russel Artist Journal

Plein Air Painting, 27th September 2023, Miyazu Gardens

Spring is here and the cherry blossoms at Miyazu Gardens are waiting to be painted. Meet us on Wednesday, 27th September 2023, 10am, at Miyazu Gardens, Atawhai Drive, Nelson. Please bring your painting supplies, a chair, bug spray, sun screen, morning tea/lunch and good weather. Plein air is scheduled for every Wednesday morning, except the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Please let me know if you have any suggestions on where to go for plein air painting. For regular updates on…

3 Waters Workshop with Jan Thomson

3 Waters Workshop with Jan Thomson (rivers, lakes and sea) Have you always wanted to know how to paint water with watercolour? Follow its journey through lakes, rivers and sea with experienced watercolour tutor, Jan Thomson. Two days of learning techniques and tools to portray water, with demos and ample opportunity to paint from your own reference material. Sat 16th & Sun 17th September, 10am – 3pm $240 (materials not included) Click here for more information on art classes and…

What Colour is Blue? 1-Day-Workshop with Marian Painter

“My workshop entitled “What colour is Blue” gives a background to the history of the colour of blue used in painting and the influence it has had in art development over the centuries. We will use only the colour blue during the day. All mediums can be used including paper collage and fabrics.This class is suitable for all abilities and any style of art or design.” Marian has over 40 years experience of teaching, mainly in schools but also adult…

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.

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

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.

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

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…

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…

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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