Testimonials from 2017 workshops
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This was my second workshop with Jo. She is the most generous of teachers and has the rare ability to hone in on each student's needs and help them find a way forward. I have been looking for a particular key to help unlock my oil painting process and free it up. I felt that I found it this weekend, among many other treasures. So special.
Marg Hogan - participant Jo Bertini landscape workshop 2017 The honesty and generosity seen in Jo’s artwork is second only to that found in her teaching. You will not go home painting like Jo Bertini but with the insight and artistic literacy to express your own experience of the landscape and assert your position within it. Catherine Moyle - participant Jo Bertini landscape workshop 2017 |
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"Jo Bertini is an exceptional teacher and has a unique way of extracting creativity from students that brings forth emotional connections with the landscape. Her passion for all aspects of painting practice is infectious and challenging in terms of why we choose subjects and how they are represented with energy and freedom." Susan Curtin - participant Jo Bertini workshop 2017. |
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'It was so nice to meet you and enjoy the whole experience of being in such an idyllic and inspirational location with other artists.
I thought Tim’s insightful explanation of thought process and the relevant use and application of media was excellent. He is an inspirational teacher.
Thank you for organising an interesting and informative weekend. I enjoyed it so much and it has inspired me to work harder in my own practice and I hope to be back for more workshops !'
Caroline Traill - participant, Tim Allen workshop 2017
"Thank you very much for a wonderful long weekend, every aspect was enjoyable - such a cohesive group which I'm sure can be attributed to your welcoming nature, a well organised and considered programme and not to forget the delicious food.
Lucy is a ‘Living National Treasure’ who deserves all the success and recognition, which comes with that title.
My thanks to Lucy for her generosity and patience over the weekend, I have learnt a lot that I can incorporate into my practice."
Fiona Lanigan - participant Lucy Culliton retreat 2017
"Thank you so much for organising such a successful, enjoyable and inspirational artists’ retreat. I am still processing all the wonderful experiences and lovely people we met. I feel very privileged to have met so many amazing practising artists and I feel really inspired. How wonderful is Lucy?! A national treasure. And your and Richard’s warm hospitality was so generous."
Helen Davies - participant Lucy Culliton retreat 2017
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'Just wanted to thank you and John for a terrific workshop. Ed and I really enjoyed learning from John, he's such a clever teacher. We learnt lots and feel all eager to experiment further with these latest ideas. Thanks for giving us access to all of these inspiring artists.'
Roslyn Muston - participant John Bokor 2017 'I really enjoyed the workshop with John Bokor, it was a wonderful weekend. Such a nice group . I thought John was a lovely man and a very encouraging and informative teacher. I really love his painting style and learned so much from him. Looking forward to more artistic endeavours in the future,' Catriona Terris - participant John Bokor workshop 2017 |
'Kim Shannon was a delight. So generous with her time, experience and wealth of knowledge, all delivered to each participant with an individual approach. Nothing formulaic here. The other very appreciated feature of your well run workshops is all the information you provide; lists of required and suggested materials, accommodation possibilities within the area and directions on how to get there. All emailed well ahead of the event. What a great weekend. Thank you so much for orchestrating such a terrifically fun and at the same time, educational and instructive workshop. You managed just the right combination of structure and informality.' Cath Callaghan - participant Kim Shannon 2017 'Once again Alison’s Art Workshop planned and delivered a wonderful workshop in a beautiful location with a great tutor. The instruction was supportive and helpful, the group friendly and the snacks delicious. Thanks for a great weekend of painting.’ Linda Greedy - participant Kim Shannon 2017 |
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'I've had the most amazing weekend!! Than you so much for your hospitality and generosity. Peter Sharp's workshop was so informative and inspirational. I hope to be back in the very near future!' Ange Price - participant Peter Sharp 2017 The Peter Sharp workshop has been a truly informative experience on all levels. Peter has generously shared his knowledge of artists, his own processes throughout the 2 days in a warm and relaxed way. he has led the group through complex processes giving guidance and using his extensive knowledge to benefit us all. I would certainly attend his workshops in the future. Alison's thorough organisation has made the attendance and accommodation process very easy for me as a participant from a long distance away. Jenny Crain - participant Peter Sharp 2017 |
Testimonials from 2016 Art Workshops
Many thanks Alison for offering and organising this workshop. I found it to be a wonderful experience, so enriching and stimulating. I will be working through for some time to come a number of key ideas and techniques that Tim so generously and clearly articulated and demonstrated .
Your organisation was first rate, venues were great and a good supportive atmosphere developed.
Tim Hardy - participant Tim Allen 2016
Tim was extremely generous with his time, advice and sharing of his skills. It opened up my practice and I felt totally free to explore - wonderful.
Participant - Tim Allen 2016
Once again Alison, a perfect combination of place and people. Tim is an extraordinary teacher with huge generosity and knowledge. Thank you.
Diana Russell - participant Tim Allen 2016
Your organisation was first rate, venues were great and a good supportive atmosphere developed.
Tim Hardy - participant Tim Allen 2016
Tim was extremely generous with his time, advice and sharing of his skills. It opened up my practice and I felt totally free to explore - wonderful.
Participant - Tim Allen 2016
Once again Alison, a perfect combination of place and people. Tim is an extraordinary teacher with huge generosity and knowledge. Thank you.
Diana Russell - participant Tim Allen 2016
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What a joyous experience it was to spend 3 days painting on the Monaro at Kelton Plain with Lucy Culliton. The trip was expertly organised by Alison's Art Workshops at Jervis Bay and as usual all attention had been paid to the fine details needed to make a group of painters feel totally at ease. I warmed to Lucy's no-nonsense approach straight away, finding her advice and refreshing honesty to be incredibly helpful for my own painting practice. Lucy's generosity, not only as a teacher but as a person, created a wonderful vibe during the entire time. Delicious meals along with great company made this painting trip a memorable one.
Meagan Jacobs - participant Lucy Culliton Monaro retreat 2016 A huge thank you for a wonderful time. I feel very lucky to have spent so much time learning from Lucy Culliton. She is one of the beautiful people - so generous, funny and a delight to be with. Thank you for all those yummy meals and great chats around the fire. A really fabulous time with an amazing, inspiring and lovely group of painters. Nikki Bolton - participant Lucy Culliton 2016 |
"Plein aire painting is so rewarding. I leaned a lot from Lucy Culliton's class. By the second day I already felt my painting was more energised. The evenings by the fire, laughing and getting to know the other participants were fun. Enjoying delicious meals without having to cook completed the pleasure of the experience. Definitely would recommend."
Charlotte Whitby - participant Lucy Culliton 'Monaro retreat' 2016
Charlotte Whitby - participant Lucy Culliton 'Monaro retreat' 2016
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"What a wonderful weekend! Thank you Alison for organising this fascinating weekend with Maryanne Wick. The focus on Clarice Beckett and the Tonalists gave the weekend a great framework and I learnt so much from Maryanne whom I think is a wonderfully insightful teacher. I got a lot from the other course participants too. You are doing a great job." Jill Farrar - participant 2016 Maryanne Wick 'Tonalism with Clarice Beckett' "I had an inspiring weekend learning about tonalism in the style of Clarice Beckett with artist Maryanne Wick. It's had an immediate impact on the way I'm looking at the world. On the drive home, I was looking at the clouds differently. I walk the river now of an afternoon and see it too in a different light. My corner of the world is suddenly full of new painterly possibilities. I discovered new artists, I met some lovely people and I would happily return to this gorgeous part of the coast to do another workshop with Alison Mackay." Marg Hogan - participant 2016 Maryanne Wick |
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Testimonials from 2015 workshops
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