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Bowral Art Gallery - the Gallery and Studios are registered as Covid Safe
The Bowral Art Gallery is now open - please check our calendar for exhibition times and dates to make sure we are not in between exhibitions
The office is open from 9am till 2pm on Monday & Tuesday and from 9am till 4pm on Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
Preferred contact via email at or phone 4861 4093
We are located at 1 Short Street, Bowral
WORKSHOPS 2021
For workshop information contact Tutor or BDAS.
For workshop hire enquiries & other information contact Fiona Fudge 4861 4093
Note: For our insurance purposes all students, teachers and tutors in all courses must be financial members of the BDAS
2021 Term 2
Weekly Classes
Click here to download Term 2
workshop brochure and plan your
art classes.
Contact tutors to find out more information and to book directly into their classes.
Open Studio
Thursdays
The studios will be open to BDAS members on Thursdays during the holidays from 10am till 4pm.
Thursday 1 July - 9am - 4pm
Thursday 8 July - 9am - 4pm
Any BDAS member is welcome!
This is a chance to join other BDAS members in the holidays and to paint and draw in the studios.
These sessions are non tutored and you can come for the whole day or a morning or afternoon session.
We ask for a donation of $5 from each participant
2021 Weekend Workshops
Listed below are upcoming weekend workshops at the BDAS in 2021
Beginners Watercolour with Gillian Hook - 5 & 6 June - class full
Ikebana Workshop with Sophie Personeni - 12 June
Life Drawing Masterclass with Wayne Davis - 12 June
Be Brave with Kerry McInnis - 19 & 20 June - class full
Two Day Upholstery Workshop with We us & stuff - 19 & 20 June
Ink on Yupo Workshop with Tracey Miller - 3 July
Mixed Media Portrait Workshop with Tracey Miller - 4 July
Macro Flora Workshop with Tracey Miller - 18 July
Portrait Drawing with Noel Thurgate - 24 & 25 July - class full
Intermediate to Advanced Watercolour with Gillian Hook - 28 & 29 August - class full
Solar Plat Etching & Colour Viscosity with Seraphina Martin –
18 & 19 September
Peter Wale Workshop - 16 & 17 October
Drawing workshop with Noel Thurgate - 30 & 31 October
And hopefully more to come...
© above image by Noel Thurgate
© above watercolour by Gillian Hook
© above image from Tracey Miller's Macro workshop
© above image by Peter Wale
© above image by A-F Fulgence
Watercolour Workshop for Beginners
with Gillian Hook
5 & 6 June 2021
9am - 4pm - class full - waitlist available
Cost: $210 BDAS Members $240 non-members
Learning the basics of watercolour linked with specific exercises in colour, tone and painting techniques should help students gain confidence in tackling this interesting and exciting medium.
We will look at works of other watercolourists, discussing their techniques and painting styles, which will help reinforce these basic principles. Discover the excitement of the ”flow” & create fresh and vibrant work and finally painting subject matter, provided by Gillian, which should bring some good results!
Gillian has been exhibiting and teaching for 45 years and holds a B.A.VA. Dip Ed.
Contact the office to book into Gillian’s workshop.
Book: 4861 4093 or
© above works by Gillian Hook
with Sophie Personeni
12 June 2021
9:30am to 12:30pm
Cost: $120
Japanese Floral arrangement with a French Touch.
3 hours of history, demonstration and creativity
Contact Sophie to book:
with Wayne Davis
12 June 2021
9am - 4pm - studio 1
Cost: $50
More details to follow
Be Brave - Mixed Media
Workshop
with Kerry McInnis
19 & 20 June 2021 - Studio 1
9am - 4pm - class full - waitlist available
Cost: $220 BDAS Members $250 non-members
The aim of this workshop is to encourage attendees to loosen up their approach in representing a subject in 2-D. By using a broad and rather “wild” technique, a painted colour base is established upon which, at various stages, some refining of the subject is done using drawing media. We want to capture the elements of a subject that have engaged the artist without becoming trapped by our effort to represent the physical “exactness” of the subject. The idea is to work quickly with energy and spirit.
The workshop attendees will be working from A4 size images of anything they are passionate about (landscape, portrait, still life, interior) - definitely no smaller please! If you can’t enlarge on your home computer, take your photos to a photocopy place and have them made into A4 – at least! It is preferable not to work from an image on your phone. It is too small and you need to keep refreshing it, which breaks the flow of your work. You could work from a laptop, but make sure the image is locked in!
Kerry will demonstrate at intervals during the workshop
Contact the office to book into Kerry's workshop.
Book: 4861 4093 or
© above works by Kerry McInnis
Two Day Upholstery
Workshop
with We us and stuff
19 & 20 June 2021 - studio 2
Cost: $440
Have some fun and learn new skills in this weekend Upholstery workshop.
You will bring and work on your own chair during the workshop, tuition is tailored to each individual project. Cost $440
Please email us at weusandstuff@gmail.com for further information and bookings.
Ink on Yupo Workshop
with Tracey Miller
3 July 2021
10am - 4pm -
Cost: $140
Contact Tracey to book:
Alcohol inks create vibrant transparent color unlike any other medium and form lovely patterns within your painting.
Alcohol Ink is a highly pigmented and quick-drying medium applied by pouring, brushing or stamping on a non-porous surface such as Yupo. The vibrant colours of this ink intermingle creating unique textural effects, often leading to unexpected results.
Our class will begin with a demonstration on techniques of pouring, brushing and creating textures with inks and other materials. The remaining time will be spent discovering the unique possibilities of working with alcohol inks on Yupo, with ample time to complete a few paintings. Each participant will leave with several experimental pieces.
Tracey has many years of experience guiding beginner and intermediate artists in creating pieces they proudly cherish. This workshop is perfect for those who just don’t have the time to commit to a full class term OR want to try something new
Included: Tuition, inks and paper, morning tea & coffee and parking.
Please bring: Your own apron, coffee cup, lunch and enthusiasm!
Social distancing will be observed.
Mixed Media Portrait Workshop
with Tracey Miller
4 July 2021
10am - 4pm -
Cost: $140
Contact Tracey to book:
This workshop is perfect for those who just don’t have the time to commit to a full class term or want to try something new.
Included: Tuition, brown cardboard on which to work, some materials, Morning Tea & Coffee and Parking
Please bring: Some drawing materials including charcoal and pastel, (checklists will be provided with your booking confirmation, to help you create your own one-of-a-kind artwork). Coffee cup, lunch, apron and enthusiasm!
You will need to bring your own reference printed onto regular copy paper. Print two images on regular copy paper, one a 1/3 and the other a 1/2 the size of an A4 sheet of paper.
You can bring two sets of photographic references as you may like to create two portraits on the day. Ensure the photos are clear with good lighting. Please do not use other people’s paintings or digitally manipulated photos.
Social distancing will be observed. Sanitise hands upon arrival.
Macro Flora
Painting Workshop
with Tracey Miller
18 July 2021
10am - 4pm
Cost: $140 - bring your own materials
Cost: $200 - canvas and all materials provided
Contact Tracey to book:
Create your own, beautiful, large-scale flora painting. Tracey has many years of art experience and will guide beginner and intermediate artists through the steps to create your own artwork.
When researching a reference image, you might consider all types of flora including sea weeds, fungi, seed pods like banksia, palms, fruits, flowers etc
Materials: A canvas at least 60 x 90 cms and 4cms deep (or larger if you like!)
Acrylic paints, brushes, water container, fine spray mister, masking tape, a flat paint palette, cloth. Please wear old clothes and an apron. Bring drinks and lunch.
Reference: Bring an image of a flower that you would like to paint.
Print one a 1/3 and another a ½ of an A4 page size on regular copy paper.
You are welcome to email me a copy of your selected flower and I can advise you on which paint colours to bring.
You may like to see this colour chart to help you select your paints.
with Noel Thurgate
24 & 25 July 2021
9:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $260 BDAS Members $290: non-members
Includes model fees for 2 days - class full - waitlist available
Discover the connection between the ‘character’ and the ‘face’
This 2 day portrait drawing class explores facial structure as well as the body dynamics that give character and life to your subject.
Using basic mediums of pencil, charcoal and wash, participants will investigate their subject via the powerful and effective elements of line and tone.
Workshop begins with quick warm up sketches to explore general proportions and structures of the human skull, followed by a look at some compositional possibilities that the sitter and surroundings may offer; Day 2: more sustained and in depth studies of the head and/or whole or part figure.
Noel has been exhibiting and teaching for 30 years, including 9 years as head of the Drawing Department at the National Art School, Sydney
Contact the office to book into Noel’s workshop.
To Book contact office: 4861 4093 or
© above images by Noel Thurgate
Watercolour Workshop
for Intermediate & Advanced Students
with Gillian Hook
28 & 29 August 2021
9am - 4pm
Cost: $210 BDAS Members $240 non-members - class full
Watercolour painting has always been a special medium for Gillian – the beautiful work of Andrew Wyeth, John Singer Sargent and David Taylor providing a constant source of inspiration.
She enjoys sharing the magic of this medium with others, ensuring students can work at their own particular level - rediscover the excitement of the ”flow” & create fresh and vibrant work.
In this workshop students can explore some new innovative techniques using mixed media with watercolour, and fully explore the dynamic effects of light and darks to make paintings “sing”.
Gillian has been exhibiting and teaching for 45 years and holds a B.A.VA. Dip Ed.
Contact the office to book into Gillian’s workshop.
Book: 4861 4093 or
© above works by Gillian Hook
Solar Plate Etching & Viscosity Colour Printmaking Workshop
with Seraphina Martiin
18 & 19 September 2021
9am - 4pm
Cost: $210 BDAS Members $240 non-members
Solar plate etching is a non toxic form of etching.
A photosensitive photopolymer plate is used to expose a design in the sun. It is washed in water to reveal the image hardened by the UV rays. The plate is dried and printed on the etching press. The original design needs to be applied onto clear transparency film.
This can be done with existing photographs or drawings at Officeworks. They also provide transparencies and copy for 80 cents. If this is not possible, then photocopies with a variety of illustrations will be provided on the day. These can be cut for a collage to create your image.
Many pressed leaves and textures from nature will be introduced as elements to include in your compositions. Emphasis on colour printing using the viscosity colour method as well as A la Poupee and chine colee will be applied creating a stunning print portfolio.
There will be 2 solar plate available 15x10 cm (A6 size). and 1 test plate. Many variations in the printing process will be demonstrated. Each participant will create up to 10-12 colourful prints on Stonehenge paper.
Material cost $40 all inclusive. To be paid to tutor on the day
All materials provided by Seraphina
Contact the office to book into Seraphina's workshop.
Book: 4861 4093 or
Capturing the beauty of Nature with Coloured Pencils
with Peter Wale
16 & 17 October 2021
10am - 4pm -
Cost: $210 BDAS Members $230 non-members
Transform your ability to illustrate nature in this highly informative and inspiring, 2 day workshop.
As well as learning about the various coloured pencils available and their specific qualities and applications, you will also receive techniques and tips in the use of both “dry” and “water soluble” coloured pencils to produce pleasing artworks.
Whether a beginner or more advanced artist, please feel welcome to join us as we explore the versatility and vibrancy of this increasingly popular and credible medium.
Contact the office to book into Peter's workshop.
Book: 4861 4093 or
© above Crested Bird by Peter Wale
© above Marlon Brando by Peter Wale
with Noel Thurgate
30 & 31 October 2021
9:30am - 4:30pm
Cost: $260 BDAS Members $290: non-members
Includes model fees for 2 days - class full - waitlist available
Discover the connection between the ‘character’ and the ‘face’
This 2 day portrait drawing class explores facial structure as well as the body dynamics that give character and life to your subject.
Using basic mediums of pencil, charcoal and wash, participants will investigate their subject via the powerful and effective elements of line and tone.
Workshop begins with quick warm up sketches to explore general proportions and structures of the human skull, followed by a look at some compositional possibilities that the sitter and surroundings may offer; Day 2: more sustained and in depth studies of the head and/or whole or part figure.
Noel has been exhibiting and teaching for 30 years, including 9 years as head of the Drawing Department at the National Art School, Sydney
Contact the office to book into Noel’s workshop.
To Book contact office: 4861 4093 or
© above images by Noel Thurgate
BDAS TUTORS:
Tony Ameneiro
Walter Brecely
John Brain
Wayne Davis
Tony Deigan
A-F Fulgence
Jenny Hawkins
Patti Jones
video about Patti's class
Sue Meredith
Tracey Miller
Elaine Musgrave
Kim Shannon
Deborah Stokes
Denise Sumner
James Ting
Dave Thomas
Libby Wakefield
Gilda Wilson
video on Gilda's class
Slavica Zivkovic
