Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How do I book onto one of your workshops?
A. The most reliable way to find out about and book a workshop is to have your email on our database - you will then receive first notification of workshops and will also receive priority over a casual enquiry.
You can send you details to: [email protected] or go to the Contact Us page and fill in the form.
Workshops open for bookings via an email to my database; potential participants can then indicate their wish to book on via reply email, they will then receive a booking form with information on how to finalise their workshop place.
A. The most reliable way to find out about and book a workshop is to have your email on our database - you will then receive first notification of workshops and will also receive priority over a casual enquiry.
You can send you details to: [email protected] or go to the Contact Us page and fill in the form.
Workshops open for bookings via an email to my database; potential participants can then indicate their wish to book on via reply email, they will then receive a booking form with information on how to finalise their workshop place.
Q. What happens if I need to cancel my place on a workshop?
A. We work on a payment upfront system, with a full refund if the workshop is cancelled. Bookings are only secured by payment. If you need to cancel for any reason we ask that you find someone to take your place - you must let us know if you will be doing this - or, if we have a waiting list we're happy to slot someone in for you and refund your money.
Q. What materials are generally required?
A. A materials list specific to each workshop will be sent via email to participants a couple of weeks before the workshop itself. Below is a more general list to give you an idea of what you'll need.
General Materials list:
Usually you may work in any media (wet or dry) of your choice – acrylics, oils, pastels, charcoal, pencil, gouache, etc. and on any substrate (wood, paper, canvas – all should be adequately primed).
Drop sheets (as many as you have!)
Rags/tissues
Apron or protective clothing/gloves
Easel/stool (there are some tables and lots of chairs at the venue, but there are NO easels –if you wish to use one, you must bring it with you – you may bring a table easel or a free standing easel)
Clips and board (particularly for the first day for working outside)
Paper/sketchbook (a cheapish paper is good for warm up sketches/experimenting)
Canvases, boards – whatever you normally work on.
Pencils/charcoal and eraser/knife or pencil sharpener (spray fixative if needed)
Paint/brushes/palette knives/palette or mixing board and jam jars (whatever materials you would normally use to paint).
Turps or mediums (odourless only!)
Digital camera for recording stages of a painting.
A. A materials list specific to each workshop will be sent via email to participants a couple of weeks before the workshop itself. Below is a more general list to give you an idea of what you'll need.
General Materials list:
Usually you may work in any media (wet or dry) of your choice – acrylics, oils, pastels, charcoal, pencil, gouache, etc. and on any substrate (wood, paper, canvas – all should be adequately primed).
Drop sheets (as many as you have!)
Rags/tissues
Apron or protective clothing/gloves
Easel/stool (there are some tables and lots of chairs at the venue, but there are NO easels –if you wish to use one, you must bring it with you – you may bring a table easel or a free standing easel)
Clips and board (particularly for the first day for working outside)
Paper/sketchbook (a cheapish paper is good for warm up sketches/experimenting)
Canvases, boards – whatever you normally work on.
Pencils/charcoal and eraser/knife or pencil sharpener (spray fixative if needed)
Paint/brushes/palette knives/palette or mixing board and jam jars (whatever materials you would normally use to paint).
Turps or mediums (odourless only!)
Digital camera for recording stages of a painting.
Q. Do I need to bring an easel?
A. If you would like to use an easel you must bring your own - we do not supply them - this can be free standing or a table easel. If you don't normally use one and are happy to work on a table then you don't need to bring an easel - there are tables and chairs at the venue for your use.
Q. What times do the workshops run from and to?
A. Workshops generally run from 9.30am to 4.30pm. There are tea breaks and lunch scheduled in during the day.We encourage you to arrive at 9am on the first day to give you time to set up for the day. We start promptly at 9.30am.
A. If you would like to use an easel you must bring your own - we do not supply them - this can be free standing or a table easel. If you don't normally use one and are happy to work on a table then you don't need to bring an easel - there are tables and chairs at the venue for your use.
Q. What times do the workshops run from and to?
A. Workshops generally run from 9.30am to 4.30pm. There are tea breaks and lunch scheduled in during the day.We encourage you to arrive at 9am on the first day to give you time to set up for the day. We start promptly at 9.30am.
Q: I am a beginner - which workshops should I attend?
A: Different workshops have different levels associated with them. This will be indicated on the flyer that is released for each workshop. Usually the standard is all inclusive - beginner to advanced. Here the teacher will teach individually to each participant's standard. Advanced painters will be challenged with new techniques, beginners will be encouraged with help and information. Sometimes previous experience is advised as the workshop is focused solely on more advanced learning. Check the flyer.
A: Different workshops have different levels associated with them. This will be indicated on the flyer that is released for each workshop. Usually the standard is all inclusive - beginner to advanced. Here the teacher will teach individually to each participant's standard. Advanced painters will be challenged with new techniques, beginners will be encouraged with help and information. Sometimes previous experience is advised as the workshop is focused solely on more advanced learning. Check the flyer.
Q. Do I need to bring a mug? Coffee? Food?
A. There is cutlery and crockery (plenty of mugs) at the venue and we supply tea, coffee, milk and some cakes or biscuits. You need to bring your own lunch or snacks. There is also a fridge and microwave for your use.
A. There is cutlery and crockery (plenty of mugs) at the venue and we supply tea, coffee, milk and some cakes or biscuits. You need to bring your own lunch or snacks. There is also a fridge and microwave for your use.
Q. How much do your workshops cost?
A. We endeavour to keep all our workshops accessibly priced so that many different people can attend. Currently workshops range in price from $300- to $400- for the weekend. We believe this is a highly competitive price within the current market and bearing in mind the calibre and experience of the artists that are teaching.
A. We endeavour to keep all our workshops accessibly priced so that many different people can attend. Currently workshops range in price from $300- to $400- for the weekend. We believe this is a highly competitive price within the current market and bearing in mind the calibre and experience of the artists that are teaching.
Q. Where do I stay? Is accommodation included in the workshop price?
A. For those who don't live locally there are many fantastic places to stay in the Jervis Bay region.
Have a look at our accommodation page for links and suggestions.
We do our best to keep our art workshops accessibly priced and so do not include accommodation in the price of the workshop. Our participants are then able to stay in different places according to their own budgets.
Please note: Alison's Art Workshops at Jervis Bay does not accept responsibility for your accommodation costs in the event of a workshop cancellation, so please consider the cancellation policies of any accommodation you book very carefully.
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Q. Where can I get art materials?
A. If you're looking to buy art materials on your way south then drop into ARTHOUSE Direct (formerly Artyfacts) in Nowra at 6/68 North Street Nowra. Tel: 02 4421 6821
www.arthousedirect.com.au
Or if you're in Sydney we recommend The Sydney Art Store at 940 Bourke Street, Waterloo NSW 2017
Tel: (02) 9699 2162
http://thesydneyartstore.com.au/
Tel: (02) 9699 2162
http://thesydneyartstore.com.au/
