Photos of Painting Classes
Here are some photos of last term's art classes. I could teach Painting for All Levels at Waimea College and Watercolour Classes. We had a lot of fun and even tried out some encaustic art since it was requested by one of my students. Next term we will continue with different aspects of art, since there is always something new to discover. These are the start dates for next term: Painting for All Levels: 24th February 2020 Watercolours for All…
Plein Air, Photos of Queens Gardens, Nelson
Our last plein air get together before Christmas at Queens Gardens was lovely. We painted until lunchtime when the clouds started to grow darker and the wind picked up. Here are some photos:
Plein Air Painting, 4th December 2019, Queens Gardens, Nelson
Meet us for plein air painting on 4th December 2019, 10 am, at Queens Gardens, Nelson. Domett Street is sometimes a good street to find unlimited parking. Queens Gardens will offer roses, rivers/lake, the Chinese gardens and bridges. Also, if you would like we could have lunch in the Suter cafe to celebrate the last day of plein air painting this year. Plein air painting will start up again on 5th February 2020. If you have any suggestions on where to…
Plein Air Painting, 27th November 2019, Grossi Point, Mapua
Meet us for plein air painting on 27th November 2019, 10am, at Grossi Point, Mapua. Drive towards the Mapua Wharf and turn right at Tahi Road (last right turn before you arrive at the wharf). Grossi Point is at the end of the road by the boat ramp. We will be able to see the Richmond hills, boats on anchor and it should be high tide around 11am. Please bring your painting supplies, a chair, bug spray, sun screen, morning tea/lunch…
Plein Air, Photos of Rough Island
Again a beautiful day for Plein Air Painting. This time we went to Rough Island and you can see the photos further below. No Plein Air next week, but CREATIVE DAY Wednesday 20th November, 2019 Brightwater Community Church Hall, from 9.30 a.m. Waimea West Rd, (next to Snowdens Bush). Plein air is scheduled for every Wednesday morning, except the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Please contact me if you like regular updates by email.
China Week, 13th – 17th November
13th - 17th November 2019 Official Opening 13th November 2019, 5:30pm Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Plein Air Painting, 13th November 2019, Rough Island
Meet us for plein air painting on 13th November 2019, 10am, at Rough Island. On the road towards Rabbit Island turn left at Tic Toc Road onto Rough Island, pass the Equestrian Centre and all the way towards the boat ramp. The ocean, mountains and islands give plenty of subjects to paint. Please bring your painting supplies, a chair, bug spray, sun screen, morning tea/lunch and good weather. If you have any suggestions on where to go for plein air, please…
Plein Air Painting, Photos from Isel House
It was the perfect day at Isel Park for plein air painting. Hardly any wind and slightly overcast. Sometimes it is quite nice if the sun is not glaring down at you. Here are some photos.
Watercolour Journaling Class Washbourn Gardens
Yesterday the watercolour Journaling Class started with a surprisingly gorgeous day. We could see rain around us but Washbourn Gardens stayed dry. Here are some photos.