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 Grafton Artsfest was born of a dream to present to the community one of the best cultural experiences one could enjoy in Australia and now, seventeen years down the track, that dream has been achieved.
If you have a creative mind, then Artsfest has something to offer to either begin exploring that desire or expand your talents, and you will be taught by Australia’s leading artists in their chosen fields of the arts.
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Tired of the cold weather in Southern Australia?
 How about a trip north to the Sunshine Coast Queensland! While you’re there why not include one of Sculptured Glass Australia’s workshops?
Shar Feil-Moorman
Your tutor is Shar Feil-Moorman, renowned author and an internationally recognised glass Artist, with numerous installations in private residences, commercial buildings and public art displays.
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5 - 9 July 2010
 Spend a whole week absorbed in a creative pursuit at Sturt Winter School from 5th to 9th July, 2010. A total of 14 courses are being offered and places are still available in a number of them:
Acrylic painting for beginners with Sara Farmer – begin painting with acrylics using simple compositions and developing skills in tone and volume, colour mixing and paint application, learn how to use an art diary and find your personal style. Sara Farmer is a regular exhibitor of her work and teaches both adults and children.
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24 September to 3 October, 2010
Kenilworth Celebrates! Arts Festival is fast becoming the biggest Art Festival in Queensland.
 The tiny town [population 260] in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland now runs for nine days and includes all the ingredients of great entertainment for the entire family. Only an easy 1.5 hour drive from Brisbane, a day in Kenilworth and the beautiful Mary valley is a great experience for young and old alike.
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DESERT ARTISTS with Professor Liz Ashburn
Be nestled in the earth’s arms as you sleep under the stars...feel the connection to country…let it guide your artwork.
 Into the Blue Creative Walks is a walking company with a difference. They seek to walk in wilderness and not just through it, allowing opportunities to experience nature and the journey in a more profound and enjoyable way.
Their programs combine workshops that meld into the narrative of the journey, allowing the landscape and story of the country to be more fully felt. Take your passion and combine it with Into the Blue: and the results are usually extraordinary.
In July this year, Liz Ashburn will again be leading a group on the DESERT ARTIST Walk. Each season sees the program delve further into the drama, emotional story, tragedy and beauty that is the Central Australian story.
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 Art Retreats International is the inspired creation of Ruth Rich – artist, teacher, guide and entrepreneur – who has been successfully promoting professional art & workshops in Australia for over ten years.
Ruth’s passion for travel and her desire to assist others expand their creative horizons has culminated in her ultimate dream – leading painting, writing and photography retreats to the world’s most beautiful and unique locations.
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Jade Oakley
In the tradition of the old French ateliers, ArtWorkshops Australia brings together those with a desire to create and those with a passion to share their knowledge through our series of weekend workshops. Conversing with your peers and cultivating meaningful connections, is central to becoming an interesting artist. Come and enjoy this extraordinary experience with Australia's best art-practitioners.
Our profile workshop is with the talented Jade Oakley in our Sydney studio for 2 days 10 - 11 April, 2010 and is suitable for all levels.
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 Larapinta Creative Camps take you out into the heart of our country to explore your connection with the land and expand your creative horizon.
We cater for creative people at all levels, from novice to professional and offer a small group, camping experience especially designed for those who love to work ‘au plein air’.
With more than 10 years experience in the field we provide everything needed to ensure your safety, comfort, confidence and inspiration in some of Australia’s most beautiful and remote locations.
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 Searching local op shops for doilies, lace table-clothes and silk scarves has become the new past time for Gippsland textile artist Mandy Rowe. Her felting work has taken on a completely new dimension. Using traditional felting techniques Mandy incorporates these op shop treasures into exquisite wraps that are textured, colourful and abounding in memories. She calls this new range of wraps her heirloom shawls. Workshops for 2010 will explore these techniques further.
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 SUN 03 JANUARY – SUN 24 JANUARY, 2010
Ever been interested in exploring sculpture? Why not try one of these workshops over summer at the Tom Bass Sculpture Studio School. Suitable for beginners through to more experienced sculptors.
• All workshops 9.30am – 4.30pm
• Generous Super Earlybird and Earlybird discounts
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 2010 SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM HEATS UP
The fourth-annual Tasmanian Creative Arts Summer School will again be offered this 13 – 22 January in Launceston, with a selection of dynamic new creative arts workshops to choose from.
 The event is an initiative of the University of Tasmania’s School of Visual and Performing Arts and continues to grow momentum with new program partners bolstering the Summer School’s capacity to reach broader audiences and offer inter-disciplinary learning opportunities within a stimulating and creative atmosphere.
Program partners are the University of Tasmania, Tasmanian Polytechnic, Launceston College, Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery and the Launceston City Council.
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 Why on earth would you do anything so uncomfortable, exposed and difficult?
You are right out there 'feeling' the atmosphere. You cannot paint fussy if the wind is blowing 90 km per hour, you cannot paint fast if the air is full of moisture in a fog… you cannot be tentative if you are in a busy street… in other words you have to match the conditions of the day and develop some ‘new’ ways of working which can only be a bonus when back in the studio.
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 The use by artists of visual sketchbooks is a fundamental part of developing their art practice. Whether a novice or professional artist, the ability to document progress and to visually work through ideas is an important step in creating work that has a depth of meaning to the artist and its audience. The sketchbook can provide the blueprint to thematic consistency in a body artwork, or it can provide an irreplaceable document of a journey.
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The Mitchell School of Arts is held in Bathurst. It has been running for 37 years and was recently taken over by The Art Scene in 2008 when Charles Sturt University stopped hosting it. It will run from 12 to 18 July, 2009. Here is one example of the workshops available:
 Penelope Gilbert-Ng
DISCOVER THE LIGHT IN PASTELS
Medium: Pastel
This workshop will encompass Still Life, Landscape and Portraiture/Figurative using a variety of techniques in pastel application. Focus will be on shapes, colour temperature, composition and design. The effect of light on the subject and the use of colour to create exciting paintings will be the core of this class.
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Don’t miss your chance to be part of the second annual USQ McGregor on the Bay at Fraser Coast from 18-21 September.
 The long-weekend of intensive workshops is designed especially for more experienced artists wanting to brush-up on their skills in acrylic and watercolour painting, pastels and drawing.
Over the four days, participants will learn and create alongside six of the nation’s leading artists.
Each tutor brings with them, a wealth of wisdom and practical experience.
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a new concept in jewellery making!
Enter the world of the alchemist, melting and joining materials to create your own unique jewellery. Under Sondi's knowledgeable eye, join 4-5 people to learn about jewellery making. No previous experience is necessary.
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Colour and Light in Oils
Often seen as dark and gloomy, oils can, in fact, be used to create colourful and light paintings that are wonderfully expressive. One significant characteristic of oil paint is its richness and depth of colour, something that is of particular interest to Nicholas Verrall. Immediately striking in all his pictures is the skilful way he handles colour to interpret the special qualities of light and mood found in a certain moment in time.
The Oil Painting Book: Materials and Techniques for Today's Artist
This reference to painting with oils compares leading brands of paints. It describes mediums, solvents and varnishes; illustrates brushes, pallettes and other tools; and shows both traditional and unconventional techniques.
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