Painting Workshops
Hello and welcome to Painting Workshops at Studio Door!
We have two venues: Studio Door Myaree Perth and Studio Door Yallingup Siding in the Margaret River Region.
Between the two venues you will find both half day skills workshops plus full day and two day Weekend Workshops where you will be shown the steps to complete a specific painting.
Classes are taught in Acrylics by Kirsty Watkins or Pastels by Jessica Holliday.
Half-Day Skills Workshops
$175
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All materials are provided in our half day skills workshops
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Morning and / or Afternoon Tea is supplied
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Workshop includes both demonstrations and then time to practice on your own canvas with support and guidance from Jessica or Kirsty
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Suitable for all levels of painters
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Book two Half-Day Workshops for $300
Full-Day or Two-Day Weekend Workshops
$245 / $410
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All materials other than canvas are provided
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Canvas can be purchased at Studio Door on Day
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Morning and Afternoon Tea is supplied
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Lunch is supplied in Yallingup
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Workshops include both demonstrations and then time to practice on your own canvas with support and guidance from Jessica or Kirsty
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Suitable for all levels of painters
Upcoming Workshops
Skill-based Painting Workshops
Are you ready to take your landscape painting to the next level? This year I am offering new Skill-Based Painting Workshops designed to help you break down the essential elements of painting into practical, achievable techniques. Each half day session is hands-on and immersive, giving you the confidence to bring these elements into your own work.
These new Skill-Based Workshops include all your painting materials and canvas so there are no extras to think of, bring or buy. Just bring yourself ready to learn. We will feed you morning or afternoon tea and send you home with a tool bag of techniques based on your topic.
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$175 per workshop
WANT TO BOOK BOTH SESSIONS?
If you’d like to attend more than one skills-based workshop enjoy the special price of $300 when you purchase two together, saving you $50.
A Day on the Water in Acrylics
Saturday, 5th April 2025
Studio Door Myaree
With Kirsty Watkins
Session 1 - Reflections on the Top of the Water
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Reflections on water can be tricky to capture, but they add so much to a painting. In this workshop, Kirsty will break down how to create the soft, shifting reflections that give water its distinctive shimmer. Inspired by Infinite Light, you’ll learn layering techniques, how to balance hard and soft edges, and the secrets to making reflections look natural and fluid.
A Day on the Water in Acrylics
Saturday, 5th April 2025
Studio Door Myaree
With Kirsty Watkins
Session 2 - Foam and Whitewater at the Shore’s Edge
1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Crashing waves, swirling foam, and delicate sea spray, this workshop is all about bringing movement and energy to your seascapes. Using techniques that made Kirsty’s viral reel so popular, you’ll explore how to create realistic foam patterns, contrast between transparent and opaque water, and the power of directional brushwork. If you’ve ever struggled with painting water’s edge, this session will unlock the secrets to making it feel alive.
Studio Door Yallingup Workshops
Protea Mini Painting in Acrylics
Wednesday, 17th September 2025
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Studio Door Yallingup
With Kirsty Watkins
Protea Mini Painting Workshop is a special MRROS, "A Brush with Vino" event. The perfect compliment to finish a day after exploring studios.
During this workshop you will paint a stunning protea, with step-by-step demonstration and help from Kirsty.
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All materials are provided including canvas and an apron to use. You will finish with workshop with a painting to take home and hang.
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No painting or artistic skills are needed for this workshop.
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We will enjoy a glass of wine and some nibbles at the end of the session overlooking Kirsty's magic lake and gardens.
Smiths Beach in Acrylics
Tuesday, 20th May 2025
9:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Studio Door Yallingup
With Kirsty Watkins
Capture the striking coastal beauty of Smiths Beach in this acrylic painting workshop.
Smiths Beach in Yallingup is a stunning coastal scene, where crystal-clear waves crash against the shore and golden sand stretches beneath rugged limestone cliffs.
Kirsty will provide step-by-step guidance, along with all the necessary painting materials, you just need to bring a canvas.
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$245 for day.
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All paints and materials are provided other than canvas.
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Suitable for all levels of expertise.
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Taught at Studio Door Yallingup.
Protea Bloom in Acrylics
Tuesday, 10th June 2025
9:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Studio Door Yallingup
With Kirsty Watkins
Capture the beauty of proteas blooming. Known for their bold colors and intricate textures, these striking flowers make a captivating subject for artists of all skill levels.
With step-by-step guidance, Kirsty will show you how to bring these unique blooms to life on canvas. From layering rich hues to capturing delicate details, you’ll learn techniques to create a stunning floral artwork.
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$245 for day.
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All paints and materials are provided other than canvas.
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Suitable for all levels of expertise.
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Taught at Studio Door Yallingup.
Brush & Vino: Exclusive Workshops at Margaret River Region Open Studios
Join me for an immersive painting experience!
Unwind, sip, and create - reserve your spot today!
📍 Location: Studio Door Yallingup, 319 Yelverton North Rd, Yallingup Siding.
✨ What’s included?
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All materials provided – including paints, brushes, and canvas.
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A complimentary glass of wine to enjoy as you paint.
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Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists.
💰 Price: $175 per session
Protea Mini Painting in Acrylics
Wednesday, 17th September 2025
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Studio Door Yallingup
With Kirsty Watkins
Protea Mini Painting Workshop is a special MRROS, "A Brush with Vino" event. The perfect compliment to finish a day after exploring studios.
During this workshop you will paint a stunning protea, with step-by-step demonstration and help from Kirsty.
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All materials are provided including canvas and an apron to use. You will finish with workshop with a painting to take home and hang.
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No painting or artistic skills are needed for this workshop.
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We will enjoy a glass of wine and some nibbles at the end of the session overlooking Kirsty's magic lake and gardens.
Protea Mini Painting in Acrylics
Wednesday, 17th September 2025
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Studio Door Yallingup
With Kirsty Watkins
Protea Mini Painting Workshop is a special MRROS, "A Brush with Vino" event. The perfect compliment to finish a day after exploring studios.
During this workshop you will paint a stunning protea, with step-by-step demonstration and help from Kirsty.
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All materials are provided including canvas and an apron to use. You will finish the workshop with a painting to take home and hang.
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No painting or artistic skills are needed for this workshop.
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We will enjoy a glass of wine and some nibbles at the end of the session overlooking Kirsty's magic lake and gardens.
Beautiful Bunker Bay in Acrylics
Wednesday, 24h September 2025
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Studio Door Yallingup
With Kirsty Watkins
Bunker Bay Painting Workshop is a special MRROS, "A Brush with Vino" event. The perfect compliment to finish a day after exploring studios.
During this workshop you will paint Bunker Bay, with step-by-step demonstration and help from Kirsty.
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All materials are provided including canvas and an apron to use. You will finish the workshop with a painting to take home and hang.
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No painting or artistic skills are needed for this workshop.
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We will enjoy a glass of wine and some nibbles at the end of the session overlooking Kirsty's magic lake and gardens.
To book workshops please follow the "Book your Workshop" button below or select from the list of Workshops available above.
You will then be taken to my Calendar of Classes. Please select the appropriate date and you will see the Workshop.
(Easiest to select Calendar View rather than Schedule)
You can then purchase a ticket and register yourself for the workshop.
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