Gouache for Beginners - Weekend Workshop
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SUMMARY
DATE: Sat May 23 - Sun May 24, 2026 (2 days)
TIME: 9am - 4pm daily
(breaks for lunch and complimentary morning tea)
PLACES LEFT: 14
PRICE: $380 (includes materials)
WHERE: Sluga Gallery, Yackandandah
DESCRIPTION
Discover the versatility of gouache painting in this beginner-friendly workshop. It’s designed for complete newcomers—no experience, talent, or materials required. All supplies will be provided for you to use throughout the session.
Gouache is an accessible, forgiving medium (often easier than watercolour) and produces a beautiful matte finish. Because it’s water-based, it also pairs wonderfully with watercolours.
So if you’re curious but unsure where to start, this is the perfect place. Maybe you’re not even certain what gouache is—or how to pronounce it 😁—but don’t worry, we’ll cover that too.
We begin right at the basics, assuming no prior knowledge. You’ll learn about your materials and equipment, explore essential gouache techniques, and discover the key building blocks of creating an image. We’ll also establish the right mindset to help you start strong. Consider this your launchpad into the colourful, creative, and wonderfully versatile world of gouache painting.
WHO IS IT FOR?
For those who wish to start painting in gouache and don't know where to start.
For those who have done a little watercolour, but find it difficult.
For those who want a versatile and portable medium for travelling or sketching.
For those who wish to get a taste of gouache without spending money on art materials.
For those who curious about gouache.
For those who are at the very beginning and have little or no experience.
For those who want to start painting but can’t decide what medium to use.
Please note - Participants must be 18 years old or over
CLASS SIZE
Maximum class size is 14 and a minimum of 6 is required for the workshop to proceed.
EQUIPMENT
For this 2 day workshop, all materials will be supplied. The materials are for use during the workshop only and are not to be taken home - with the exception of the paintings and exercises you complete.
BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS - please read
Price: $380 inc GST (includes tuition, use of art materials).
Cancellations received in writing before and including Mar 24 will receive a total refund
Cancellations between/including Mar 25 and Apr 22 will receive 50% refund
Cancellations after/including Apr 23 will forfeit the workshop fee
There is no option to transfer to another workshop unless your place can be resold
There are strictly NO exceptions to the above conditions
Payment Method: Payment can be made by Paypal, Credit Card or Direct Deposit.
Please fill out the Booking Form below and click on the ‘CLICK HERE TO GO TO PAYMENT’ button.
You will then be taken to the next page to make payment to secure your place.
NOTE: YOUR PLACE IN THE WORKSHOP IS NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED
BOOKING FORM - GOUACHE FOR BEGINNERS WORKSHOP
OTHER
WHERE IS YACKANDANDAH?
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Accommodation, travel and meals are at your own expense.
There are two motels in the township - Yackandandah Central (which is very close to my Gallery) and Motel Views Yackandandah.
There are several B&B’s in the Yackandandah area including the very close and cosy “The Stonebridge Studio” which features some of my prints :).
For a cabin in a pretty caravan park, you can stay at the Yackandandah Holiday Park.
If you wish to investigate accommodation possibilities, you can simply google. There are places to stay in Albury/Wodonga, Beechworth or Yackandandah.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
Please contact me with any questions you may have.
Once you have booked, start counting the sleeps and book somewhere to stay whilst in Yack!
If you have booked a workshop place, I will email some additional information about the workshop closer to the time, but in the meantime, welcome aboard.
Regards
Charles