Celebrate the beauty of spring with a colourful painting workshop in Torquay led by local contemporary coastal artist Joanna McOwen. In this expressive acrylic art class, you’ll be inspired by the vibrant native plants and flowers of the Surf Coast, learning to create your own unique floral artwork full of colour, texture, and life.
This Australian spring flower painting workshop is suitable for beginners through to experienced painters — no prior art experience is needed. Come along, relax, and enjoy a day filled with creativity, community, and blooming inspiration.
What You Will Experience
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A warm welcome into the light-filled Lightbox Studios in Torquay
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Step-by-step guidance in acrylic painting techniques, including mark-making, layering, and abstract expression
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Time to experiment with colour and form, building your own floral-inspired artwork on canvas
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A finished painting (plus practice pieces) to take home and enjoy
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Morning tea with tea, coffee, and gluten-free treats
Workshop Details
Date: Saturday 11th October 2025
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm (please arrive by 9:50am)
Location: The Lightbox Studios, Torquay VIC
Facilitator: Joanna McOwen – contemporary coastal artist
Inclusions: All art materials (paints, brushes, paper, canvases) are provided. Feel free to bring your favourite brushes if you prefer.
What to bring: Comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting paint on (aprons welcome). Please also pack a bite for lunch or you can purchase something locally,
Who Can Join?
This Spring Blooms workshop is open to all levels — from absolute beginners looking for a fun day out, to painters wanting to explore fresh techniques and floral inspiration.
Booking & Cancellations
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A minimum of 8 participants is required for the workshop to go ahead.
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Cancellations made more than 10 days before the event: full refund available.
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Cancellations 3–10 days before: no refund, but credit can be transferred to a future workshop of equal value.
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Cancellations within 3 days of the event: non-refundable.
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Bookings can be transferred to another person by private arrangement.
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If we are required to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. government restrictions), participants will be offered credit or a full refund.
If you are feeling unwell or showing flu-like symptoms, please contact Joanna to reschedule.
Secure Your Spot
Spaces are limited, so book early to join this inspiring native floral painting workshop in Torquay and take home your very own spring blooms artwork.
