Workshops in the Studio
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Join our high quality workshops.
Grow your skills and nurture your creativity in our beautiful space.
When you attend our full day workshops most materials are included. This makes it easy for you to come along and enjoy the day. Our workshops and classes are held in the comfort of our air-conditioned Studio.
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To book a workshop or class.
Please email
cowpergallery@iinet.net.au
with your full name, a contact number and class or workshop choice.
One Day Workshops in the Studio
For ongoing information about our workshop program, subscribe to our email list and you’ll be one of the first to know – our sign up form is on our home page.
Please Note – we get lots of enquiries about pottery workshops – we do not have the facilities for this so pottery workshops are not part of our workshop program.
Registration and payment for our workshops occurs in two parts.
Following your expression of interest via email in one of our workshops you will be added to our list for your chosen workshop and this will be acknowledged via return email. Your place in the workshop is reserved for you at this point.
When we have enough numbers to run a workshop, or a workshop is sold out, an email with an invoice for payment in full, information on how to pay, and other details pertaining to your chosen workshop, will be sent to you. Please do not make any payment until you have received an invoice as it is only at that point, that we can confirm a workshop will run.
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Wednesday 17th June - Textile Baskets with Kerrie Bowles
In this workshop we will use the coiling technique in a different way focussing on the use of fabrics around a strong core. Using materials you will most likely have at hand, means not having to rush out and continually buy more stuff! Using up fabrics that might end up sitting in recycling centres for months on end, or worse still, going to land fill, is an economical and satisfying way to create objects of beauty. You’ll learn how to source materials, what tools you’ll need (hint: you most likely have them already); how to put fabrics together to create a stunning palette (Kerrie will discuss a little about colour and give you some tips on easy ways to ensure you get colour working for you every time); how to prepare your fabric for basketmaking; how to start, shape and finish off your basket; and all the other juicy tips and hints needed to create a beautiful basket made in a very inexpensive way. Join Kerrie for a relaxing and meditative day as you learn this gentle and addictive craft!
Please note – there is an additional materials fee for this workshop. See below.
Cost: $150.00 includes morning tea. There is a $10.00 materials fee for this workshop – this is payable on the day of the workshop, in cash, to your tutor.
Please bring your own lunch – our fridge and microwave will be available for you to use along with any cutlery and crockery you may need.
Workshop Hours: 10am – 4pm
SOLD OUT – waitlist available
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Sunday 28th June - Watercolour and the Landscape with Ian Versace
Explore the art of watercolour landscapes in this introductory workshop designed to build confidence and practical skills. Participants will learn essential techniques, including an overview of materials, composition and planning, paint application, and the effective use of tone, colour, and shadow to create atmosphere and depth. Your tutor will demonstrate foundational watercolour washes and provide step-by-step guidance in developing a vibrant landscape painting. All materials are provided, and participants will take home a sketchbook along with their completed works on paper.
This workshop is suitable for participants at beginner to intermediate levels.
Please note – there is an additional materials fee for this workshop. See below.
Cost: $150.00 includes morning tea. There is a $25.00 materials fee for this workshop – this is payable on the day of the workshop, in cash, to your tutor. This fee includes a sketchbook which you will take home at the end of the day.
Please bring your own lunch – our fridge and microwave will be available for you to use along with any cutlery and crockery you may need.
Workshop Hours: 10am – 4pm
SOLD OUT – waitlist available
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Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th July - The Secrets of Colour with Kerrie Bowles
Working with and understanding colour is a magical process but one that many people struggle with. Mixing paint can feel intimidating, frustrating and confusing, but it doesn’t need to be. If you struggle with mixing paint and often end up with ‘mud’; if you mix a beautiful colour but can’t remember how to get it again; if you feel like you’re wasting time and lots of money buying more and more tubes of paint; then this workshop is for you!
In this intensive workshop you will not only learn the theory of colour but also how to use colours that create confidence in your art making process. We will spend two days doing a deep dive into understanding how paints work, how to simplify your paint choices to create any colour you desire (and save money!), how to work with colour to create successful and confident palettes and how to love mud – yes mud is beautiful when you know how to use it correctly! At the end of this workshop, you will have a whole lot of resources and information to look back at when working with colour, and a whole lot of confidence in achieving the colour mixes you want. Join Kerrie for two days of colourful fun!
Please note – there is an additional materials fee for this workshop. See below.
Cost: $300.00 includes morning tea on both days. There is a $30.00 materials fee for this 2 day workshop – this is payable on the first day of the workshop, in cash, to your tutor.
Please bring your own lunch – our fridge and microwave will be available for you to use along with any cutlery and crockery you may need.
Workshop Hours: 10am – 4pm
Spots available
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Wednesday 26th August - Watercolour Sketching in the Wild with Ian Versace
Immerse yourself in the pleasure of sketching landscapes and scenes from life in this engaging introductory workshop, thoughtfully designed to build confidence and develop practical skills. Participants will be introduced to essential techniques, including materials and tools, composition and visual planning, and the effective use of tone, colour, and shadow to convey atmosphere and depth. Your tutor will demonstrate foundational watercolour washes and show how these techniques can be applied with a walk around Cowper to do some en plein air painting. All materials are provided, and participants will take home a sketchbook and drawing materials to continue their creative practice beyond the workshop.
This workshop is well suited to participants at beginner to intermediate levels.
Please note – there is an additional materials fee for this workshop. See below.
Cost: $150.00 includes morning tea. There is a $25.00 materials fee for this workshop – this is payable on the day of the workshop, in cash, to your tutor. This fee includes a sketchbook which you will take home at the end of the day.
Please bring your own lunch – our fridge and microwave will be available for you to use along with any cutlery and crockery you may need.
Workshop Hours: 10am – 4pm
SOLD OUT – waitlist available
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Clarence Valley Urban Sketchers Group
Are you interested in sketching out and about in the Clarence Valley? Would you like to share your interest in capturing the urban and rural scenes of our beautiful area with like minded people? Then we have some wonderful news for you!Following the successful implementation of four meetups during the 2025 Plunge Festival, the Clarence Valley Urban Sketchers group is up and running. Regardless of artistic background, art experience or skill level our group is meeting regularly for the enjoyment of drawing together and sharing our skills. No experience or specialist materials are necessary – just bring yourself and what you have. It can be as basic as a piece of paper and a pencil or pen! Or you can bring the whole kit and caboodle if that takes your fancy!For all the details of meetup dates and times check our Facebook page – search for Clarence Valley Urban Sketchers.We hope you’ll join us!FREE FOR EVERYONE!
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Experienced Teachers
All our teachers are practising artists who have extensive training combined with many years of experience. You can be assured that you will receive expert tuition and bucket loads of inspiration. -
Beautiful Environment
Our renovated church nestled on the banks of the Clarence River is the perfect setting for a relaxed and creative day out. Enjoy our beautiful space whilst learning new skills and relaxing by the river.