Escape the chilly Wagga winter for an afternoon and lose yourself in soft sands, rolling waves and dreamy coastal vibes in this relaxing beach-themed workshop.
In this beginner-friendly session, you’ll create your own beautiful coastal-inspired artwork filled with ocean colours, textured waves and all the calm summer energy we wish we had right now.
Whether you’re craving sunshine, missing holidays by the water, or simply needing a few hours to switch off and unwind, this workshop is the perfect winter escape — no passport required.
As always, this session is designed for everyone, even if you’ve never painted before. I’ll guide you through techniques to create texture, movement and those beautiful beachy tones while still giving you plenty of freedom to make your artwork uniquely yours.
So grab your friends, bring your favourite wine, and let’s trade Wagga winter for salty air, sandy toes and coastal daydreams… at least for one afternoon. 🌴
Life’s A Beach ☀️
Celebrate the beauty, colour, and joy of flowers with a collection of workshops inspired by nature's most enchanting creations.
From delicate blooms and wildflower meadows to vibrant garden florals and expressive botanical paintings, these workshops invite you to slow down, connect with your creativity, and bring nature to life on canvas. Whether you're drawn to the carefree movement of Dance of the Wildflowers, the romance of cottage garden blooms, or bold contemporary florals bursting with colour, there's a floral-inspired workshop to suit every style.
Designed for all skill levels, each workshop provides step-by-step guidance while encouraging you to add your own unique artistic touch. You'll learn simple techniques for creating beautiful petals, leaves, textures, and layers, all while enjoying a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
Gather your friends, pour a drink, and immerse yourself in a world of colour, creativity, and flowers. You'll leave with a stunning artwork to display in your home and memories of a wonderful creative experience.
Themes include:
🌸 Dance of the Wildflowers
🌻 Sunflower Fields
🌺 Cottage Garden Blooms
🌷 Pots of Colour
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Because flowers have a way of making everything brighter—including your canvas.
Nature’s palette
Paint Your Pet
Create a unique posterised version of your favourite
animal or pet!
Create a posterised painting of your beloved
fur-baby in this fun and beginner-friendly workshop. Using a reference image, I’ll pre-draw your pet onto a canvas and then guide you step-by-step while you add your own creative flair to bring your pet’s personality to life on canvas.
No prior painting experience is required — just bring your love for your fur-baby and enjoy a relaxed, supportive creative session that results in a unique, personalised artwork you’ll be proud to take home.
Country dreaming
Step into the colours and spirit of the Australian outback in this Pro Hart inspired workshop.
In this beginner-friendly session, you’ll create your own vibrant outback landscape, inspired by the rich colours of Australia’s red earth, endless skies, and dramatic sunsets. Think glowing horizons, winding tracks, distant hills and the warm tones that make the outback so iconic.
You don’t need any previous painting experience — I’ll guide you step-by-step through the process, showing you how to build your landscape using bold colour, simple brush techniques and expressive shapes. The best part? Every painting turns out completely unique.
Sippin' in the Desert
Pack your imagination and join me for a creative journey through some of the world's most captivating desert landscapes. From quirky cacti and colourful succulents to majestic camels, rolling sand dunes, ancient pyramids, desert sunsets, and hidden oases, the Sippin' in the Desert collection celebrates the beauty, mystery, and endless inspiration of desert life.
These workshops are designed for all skill levels, with each artwork carefully chosen to be fun, achievable, and uniquely beautiful. Whether you're drawn to the warm earthy tones of the Australian outback, the romance of a desert sunset, or the exotic charm of faraway lands, you'll create a painting you'll be proud to take home and display.
So grab your favourite drink, gather your friends, and escape to the desert for a few hours of creativity, laughter, and relaxation. No experience is necessary—just bring your sense of adventure and let the desert inspire you.
Theme Options include:
🌵 Cool Cacti & Succulents
🐪 Desert Camels
🏜️ Sand Dunes & Sunsets
🕌 Pyramids & Ancient Wonders
🌙 Desert Nights
🌺 Desert Blooms
Because every great adventure begins with a sip... and a splash of paint.
cows, canvas & cider 🐄🎨🍎
🐄🎨 WE’RE BACK AT THE APPLE THIEF! 🍎🥂
We’re heading back to The Apple Thief in Batlow for another fabulous creative afternoon — and this time, we’re switching gears!
On Sunday 27th September at 1pm, we’ll be painting my very gorgeous cow — full of personality, colour and plenty of opportunity to make her completely your own! 🐄💕
Come along, grab a cider, pick up a paintbrush and join us for a relaxed afternoon of painting, sipping, laughing and creating.
🎨 Sunday 27 September | 1pm
🍎 The Apple Thief, Batlow
⏰ 2.5–3 hours
🖌️ Absolutely everything you need to paint is provided — just turn up ready to have some fun!
And while you paint, you can sample your way through the fabulous range of Apple Thief ciders and enjoy one of their delicious grazing plates.
No painting experience needed — I’ll guide you through the process step-by-step, and as always, going a little rogue is highly encouraged!
So grab a friend (or a few!) and come and join us for another fun-filled afternoon at The Apple Thief.
Cider + cows + creativity... what better way to spend a Sunday afternoon?🐄🍎🎨🥂
BootS & Blooms & Cider! 🌸👢
Join me for a relaxed and creative afternoon at the beautiful The Apple Thief Cider House, nestled amongst the orchards of Batlow. Surrounded by rolling hills, fresh country air and award-winning cider, we'll spend a few hours painting a charming cowgirl boot overflowing with beautiful blooms. The venue is known for its orchard setting, warm timber interiors and welcoming atmosphere, making it the perfect place to unwind and get creative.
Whether you're an experienced artist or you've never picked up a paintbrush before, this workshop is designed to be fun, easy to follow and completely beginner-friendly. I'll guide you step-by-step while encouraging you to add your own personal flair, choosing colours and details that make your artwork uniquely yours.
Gather your friends, order a cider, coffee or something delicious from the menu, and enjoy an afternoon of creativity, laughter and country charm. You'll leave with a beautiful artwork, new skills, and hopefully a few wonderful memories as well.
All painting materials are provided. Just bring yourself and get ready to sip, paint and enjoy the magic of Batlow.🌸🍏✨
New Dates being announced soon!
'Tis the season to gather, celebrate, and create!
Whether you're planning a work Christmas party, a festive catch-up with friends, a family celebration, or simply looking for a unique way to embrace the holiday spirit, my Christmas-themed Paint & Sip workshops are the perfect way to add a little creativity to the silly season.
From sparkling Christmas trees and festive florals to whimsical reindeer, colourful baubles, Australian Christmas scenes, and holiday-inspired artworks, there's something for everyone. Each workshop is designed to be fun, relaxed, and achievable for all skill levels, so no artistic experience is required.
Pour yourself a drink, enjoy plenty of laughs, and create a beautiful festive artwork to take home and enjoy long after the decorations have been packed away. Better still, you'll leave with wonderful memories of time spent together during the busiest time of the year.
Perfect for:
🎄 Work Christmas Parties
🎁 Friends' Christmas Gatherings
✨ Community Groups
🎅 Family Celebrations
🥂 End-of-Year Team Events
All materials are supplied, and I'll guide you step-by-step through the painting process while encouraging you to add your own creative flair.
Because Christmas isn't just about the gifts we give—it's about the memories we create together.
Book your 2026 Christmas party workshop now!
Christmas party Workshop
