Six art classes (ACRYLICS) over six weeks that will take your art knowledge to a new level - Louise’s studio at Settlers Art Studios

Commences Thursday 23/10 2025 - 9am to 12.00pm (and continues on 30/10, 6/11, 13/11/ 20/11 & 27/11) - cost includes all six classes. Only available in this block of six (not singularly) as you will be developing your own unique artwork over the six classes and learning during this process.

Time 9.00am to 12.00pm. These classes are held at the gorgeous Settlers Cottage - in Louise’s studio and on the back verandah.

Artist, Louise Collier, has been teaching art for over 15 years and loves to share her skills with you to bring your art to the next level.

Historic Settlers Cottage is located at 180 Pearson Street, Churchlands (click map link below), is owned by the National Trust and currently used as Art Studios. The setting is idyllic, nestled close to the Herdsman Lake, surrounded by trees and wildlife. The venue for our workshops is in Louise’s studio and on the shady back verandahs of the cottage.

Notes on this location

Located at Settlers Art Studios (Settlers Cottage) 180 Pearson Street, Churchlands

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$330 if you bring your own materials (paints, mediums, canvas* - requirements list will be supplied) - for the block of six classes.

$390 including acrylic paints and mediums (you will be required to bring your own canvas*) - for the block of six classes

(*You will be required to supply your own painting support ie canvas or painting board. It is best purchased following the first lesson where your composition will be established and therefore the canvas/support size worked out). If canvas size exceeds 24”x30” ie 61cm x 76 cm or similar, an additional charge may be applied if you choose the option to include paints and mediums to cover for extra materials required.

What we provide

Cost per person includes:

Guided step-by-step instruction and expert tuition from Louise Collier.
Getting started, what to paint?!
Development of your concept and composition - made easy!
Canvas (support) preparation including how to gesso and underpainting.
Discussion about what brushes, supports, paints, mediums to use.
Perspective.
Tone.
Colour mixing - learn how to mix just the right colour!
Various acrylic painting techniques.
Developing your personal style.
Morning tea (tea, coffee and biscuits).

What to bring

Water bottle.
Bring your own reference photo if you have a particular idea for something you’d like to paint. Alternatively, Louise will have plenty of reference material you can use.

What to wear

An apron is provided but wear clothes that you don’t mind getting paint on. Although acrylic paints are water-soluble, some pigments can be difficult to remove.

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