AUSTRALIA
PAINT-IN AT NEWSTEAD PARK
Put it down in your diaries – Sunday 10 am November 23 at NEWSTEAD HOUSE, Newstead Park.
Local artists are invited to join me for 4 hours of painting in Newstead Park and on the verandas of Newstead House.
Bring your own easels, chairs, paints, brushes, palettes, canvas, hats and refreshments…and your creativity.
The Board of the recently reopened Newstead House has welcomed my proposal to have an artist “Paint in“ on Sunday, Nov 23.
You’ll also be invited to have a look at my latest exhibition of paintings of Newstead House and Park in the very special Cellars of Newstead House.
Put it down in your diaries – Sunday 10 am November 23 at NEWSTEAD HOUSE, Newstead Park.
Local artists are invited to join me for 4 hours of painting in Newstead Park and on the verandas of Newstead House.
Bring your own easels, chairs, paints, brushes, palettes, canvas, hats and refreshments…and your creativity.
The Board of the recently reopened Newstead House has welcomed my proposal to have an artist “Paint in“ on Sunday, Nov 23.
You’ll also be invited to have a look at my latest exhibition of paintings of Newstead House and Park in the very special Cellars of Newstead House.
SORRENTO 2026 WORKSHOP, VICTORIA IN SPRING
DATES Wednesday Feb 25 to Sunday March 1. (Painting days Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and hanging Of Paintings in Gallery on Sunday).
PROGRAM
Participants arrive on Wednesday morning , Feb 25. Participants assemble 10-11am for my introductory painting demonstration and orientation. We paint in the afternoon and then break at 5pm to discuss our program and aspirations for the week ahead. We’ll do that over charcuterie and drinks at Manyung Gallery, 5.30pm.
On Sunday participants check out 10 am and go to Manyung Sorrento Gallery for hanging of paintings and a mini-exhibition . We’ll get a unique behind the scenes look at how commercial Galleries operate. It will provide a fascinating perspective.
ACTIVITY
This is what we’ll be doing: Each day we will check the weather and determine if we’re painting inside or outside. There are a number of great painting subjects along the magnificent beach, the jetties, the local streets and the parks.
Even if the weather isn’t the best and we can’t paint in the open air (and obviously that will be our preference) we will be able to take photographs and work from those inside . I will do a demonstration painting each day and guide you individually through the painting process. Each day you’ll have a canvas supplied (complete with frame). All paints (student quality) and brushes will also be supplied along with your own personal easel and back pack (which converts to a seat) for your individual use during the week.
You’ll need to bring an apron, spray bottle, water container for washing your brushes (an old ice cream container is perfect) and your enthusiasm – that’s all you’ll need. You’ll end up with at least four paintings (framed) which I guarantee you will be proud to hang. On the last day (Sunday) we will take paintings to the Manyung Gallery and hang them. It will be a wonderful opportunity to gain a major insight into the workings of a gallery.
WHERE?
We’ll be staying in comfortable Airbnb accommodation in beautiful Sorrento. Each residence has kitchen, lounge and dining, as well as your own bedroom and bathroom (or there is an option of two participants sharing a bathroom but with their own separate bedroom) .
WHAT IS SUPPLIED
The price covers all of David’s personal tuition sourced from more than 50 years of painting and selling paintings worldwide. In addition the price covers one canvas (including frame) for each of the 4 days of painting and all acrylic paints (student standard) plus brushes, easel and backpack which converts to a seat which you use on outdoor painting excursions. These are used for the duration of the workshop. We will keep outdoor excursions to reasonable distances such as Sorrento Park, the beach and other close locations.
HOW MUCH?
$1800 for all art materials and tuition (NO ACCOMMODATION) OR
$2990 for accommodation for one participant (one bedroom/bathroom)including all materials and tuition. OR
$3250 for a double (one participant and one non-participating partner in a double bedroom/bathroom) including all materials and tuition. OR
$2500 each for two participants each with their own bedroom but sharing one bathroom including all materials and tuition.
DATES Wednesday Feb 25 to Sunday March 1. (Painting days Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and hanging Of Paintings in Gallery on Sunday).
PROGRAM
Participants arrive on Wednesday morning , Feb 25. Participants assemble 10-11am for my introductory painting demonstration and orientation. We paint in the afternoon and then break at 5pm to discuss our program and aspirations for the week ahead. We’ll do that over charcuterie and drinks at Manyung Gallery, 5.30pm.
On Sunday participants check out 10 am and go to Manyung Sorrento Gallery for hanging of paintings and a mini-exhibition . We’ll get a unique behind the scenes look at how commercial Galleries operate. It will provide a fascinating perspective.
ACTIVITY
This is what we’ll be doing: Each day we will check the weather and determine if we’re painting inside or outside. There are a number of great painting subjects along the magnificent beach, the jetties, the local streets and the parks.
Even if the weather isn’t the best and we can’t paint in the open air (and obviously that will be our preference) we will be able to take photographs and work from those inside . I will do a demonstration painting each day and guide you individually through the painting process. Each day you’ll have a canvas supplied (complete with frame). All paints (student quality) and brushes will also be supplied along with your own personal easel and back pack (which converts to a seat) for your individual use during the week.
You’ll need to bring an apron, spray bottle, water container for washing your brushes (an old ice cream container is perfect) and your enthusiasm – that’s all you’ll need. You’ll end up with at least four paintings (framed) which I guarantee you will be proud to hang. On the last day (Sunday) we will take paintings to the Manyung Gallery and hang them. It will be a wonderful opportunity to gain a major insight into the workings of a gallery.
WHERE?
We’ll be staying in comfortable Airbnb accommodation in beautiful Sorrento. Each residence has kitchen, lounge and dining, as well as your own bedroom and bathroom (or there is an option of two participants sharing a bathroom but with their own separate bedroom) .
WHAT IS SUPPLIED
The price covers all of David’s personal tuition sourced from more than 50 years of painting and selling paintings worldwide. In addition the price covers one canvas (including frame) for each of the 4 days of painting and all acrylic paints (student standard) plus brushes, easel and backpack which converts to a seat which you use on outdoor painting excursions. These are used for the duration of the workshop. We will keep outdoor excursions to reasonable distances such as Sorrento Park, the beach and other close locations.
HOW MUCH?
$1800 for all art materials and tuition (NO ACCOMMODATION) OR
$2990 for accommodation for one participant (one bedroom/bathroom)including all materials and tuition. OR
$3250 for a double (one participant and one non-participating partner in a double bedroom/bathroom) including all materials and tuition. OR
$2500 each for two participants each with their own bedroom but sharing one bathroom including all materials and tuition.
IN EUROPE
WORKSHOPS IN EUROPE
May 10 to June 10, 2026
To express interest in any of these painting workshops, please contact David at [email protected]
1. VENICE workshop (May 10-16)
David Hinchliffe & Kaz Hill joint tutors. Assistant MichelleHowarth.
(Maximum 10 participants)
Arrive Saturday May 10. Depart Friday May 16.
Painting days May 11, 12, 13, 14, 15.
WHAT WE DO
We paint with the expert guidance of David Hinchliffe and his co-tutor Kaz Hill with the assistance of Michelle Howarth for 5 days in some of the most famous and spectacular locations in the world. We also set up our easels and paint in the quiet and tranquil back canals of Venice away from the crowds. We visit the incredibly colourful island of Burano to paint.
WHAT IS COVERED
All accommodation, tuition and painting materials (acrylic paint, brushes, easels, canvas) are included. Painting trip to Burano included. No air fares, museum admissions or meals included. Assistance provided to get from train station to accommodation.
PRICES FOR VENICE WORKSHOP*
2. ARLES Provence
(first Arles workshop)
May 18-24
David Hinchliffe + Kaz Hill assistant tutor. Assistant Michelle Howarth
(Maximum 10 participants)
Arrive Monday May 18. Depart Sunday May 24.
Painting days May 19, 20, 21, 22, 23.
WHAT WE DO
Painting “in the footsteps of Vincent” in different locations in Arles + excursion to St Remy to paint in the Abbey where Vincent lived & painted (His greatest masterpieces such as ‘Sunflowers’ and ‘Starry Night’ were painted in Arles and St Remy.) . We will also visit the amazing Les Baux en Provence.
Workshop concludes May 24
WHAT IS COVERED
All painting materials, accommodation, tuition and transportation for painting trips to St Remy and Les Baux en Provence are included.
No meals, museum admissions or airfares included.
PRICES FOR FIRST ARLES WORKSHOP*
3. ARLES Provence
(second workshop)
May 25-31
Herman Pekel tutor + assistants Kaz Hill & Michelle Michelle Howarth.
(Maximum 10 participants)
Arrive Monday May 25. Depart Sunday May 31.
Painting days May 26, 27, 28, 29, 30.
WHAT WE DO
Painting with the great Australian en plein air artist Herman Pekel in different locations in Arles and St Remy. We paint where Vincent van Gogh painted including the beautiful Abbey where he was treated. His greatest masterpieces were painted in Arles and St Remy.) . We will also visit the amazing Les Baux en Provence.
WHAT IS COVERED
All painting materials, accommodation and tuition by Herman as well as transportation for painting trips to St Remy and Les Baux en Provence are included.
No meals, museum admissions or airfares included.
PRICES FOR SECOND ARLES WORKSHOP **:
PARIS/AUVERS/VERNON/GIVERNY (NORMANDY)
June 2-10
David Hinchliffe tutor + assistants Kaz Hill & Michelle Howar
(Maximum 7 participants)
Arrive Paris Tuesday, June 2. Depart Vernon Wednesday, June 10. 6-7 painting days.
Participants welcomed in Paris afternoon of Tuesday, June 2. (Participants who want to see other sites in Paris are encouraged to arrive earlier ) . Participant stay at Hotel Mont Blanc in the Latin Quarter 100 m from Notre Dame.
Painting days in Paris are June 3 Wednesday , 4 Thursday &5 Friday .
Leave Paris June 6 Saturday . Travel to beautiful Normandy. 3 painting days at:
Workshop ends June 10 Wednesday. Participants free to catch train to Paris or other destinations.
WHAT WE DO
Painting in locations on the Left Bank (Notre Dame/ Pont Neuf area). We then travel to Auvers (where Vincent Van Gogh spent his last days) and Giverny (Monet’s garden), staying in Vernon 10 minutes from Monet’s Garden.
WHAT IS COVERED
Costs include: accommodation, paints, brushes, easels and canvas/boards. David will provide personal tuition and advice. All transportation between Paris,Vernon, Giverny & Auvers is included. Participants are free on June 10 to return by train to Paris or other destinations.
PRICES FOR PARIS AND NORMANDY WORKSHOP **:
**Discounts are available for shared accommodation or for multiple workshops.
A 10% deposit is required to secure your position. The deposit is refundable if you cancel before January 31, 2026.
Contact David at : [email protected] Or
+61 (0) 409613537
WORKSHOPS IN EUROPE
May 10 to June 10, 2026
To express interest in any of these painting workshops, please contact David at [email protected]
1. VENICE workshop (May 10-16)
David Hinchliffe & Kaz Hill joint tutors. Assistant MichelleHowarth.
(Maximum 10 participants)
Arrive Saturday May 10. Depart Friday May 16.
Painting days May 11, 12, 13, 14, 15.
WHAT WE DO
We paint with the expert guidance of David Hinchliffe and his co-tutor Kaz Hill with the assistance of Michelle Howarth for 5 days in some of the most famous and spectacular locations in the world. We also set up our easels and paint in the quiet and tranquil back canals of Venice away from the crowds. We visit the incredibly colourful island of Burano to paint.
WHAT IS COVERED
All accommodation, tuition and painting materials (acrylic paint, brushes, easels, canvas) are included. Painting trip to Burano included. No air fares, museum admissions or meals included. Assistance provided to get from train station to accommodation.
PRICES FOR VENICE WORKSHOP*
- Single participant, own room and bathroom AU$4400
- Couple (1 participant, 1 not participating in painting) own room & bathroom AU$4800
- Two participants sharing twin bedroom & own bathroom AU$5800
2. ARLES Provence
(first Arles workshop)
May 18-24
David Hinchliffe + Kaz Hill assistant tutor. Assistant Michelle Howarth
(Maximum 10 participants)
Arrive Monday May 18. Depart Sunday May 24.
Painting days May 19, 20, 21, 22, 23.
WHAT WE DO
Painting “in the footsteps of Vincent” in different locations in Arles + excursion to St Remy to paint in the Abbey where Vincent lived & painted (His greatest masterpieces such as ‘Sunflowers’ and ‘Starry Night’ were painted in Arles and St Remy.) . We will also visit the amazing Les Baux en Provence.
Workshop concludes May 24
WHAT IS COVERED
All painting materials, accommodation, tuition and transportation for painting trips to St Remy and Les Baux en Provence are included.
No meals, museum admissions or airfares included.
PRICES FOR FIRST ARLES WORKSHOP*
- Single participant, own room and bathroom AU$3900
- Couple (1 participant, 1not participating) own room & bathroom AU$4300
- Two participants sharing twin bedroom & own bathroom AU$5400
3. ARLES Provence
(second workshop)
May 25-31
Herman Pekel tutor + assistants Kaz Hill & Michelle Michelle Howarth.
(Maximum 10 participants)
Arrive Monday May 25. Depart Sunday May 31.
Painting days May 26, 27, 28, 29, 30.
WHAT WE DO
Painting with the great Australian en plein air artist Herman Pekel in different locations in Arles and St Remy. We paint where Vincent van Gogh painted including the beautiful Abbey where he was treated. His greatest masterpieces were painted in Arles and St Remy.) . We will also visit the amazing Les Baux en Provence.
WHAT IS COVERED
All painting materials, accommodation and tuition by Herman as well as transportation for painting trips to St Remy and Les Baux en Provence are included.
No meals, museum admissions or airfares included.
PRICES FOR SECOND ARLES WORKSHOP **:
- Single participant, own room and bathroom AU$3900
- Couple (1 participant, 1 not participating) own room & bathroom AU$4300
- Two participants sharing twin bedroom & own bathroom AU$5400
PARIS/AUVERS/VERNON/GIVERNY (NORMANDY)
June 2-10
David Hinchliffe tutor + assistants Kaz Hill & Michelle Howar
(Maximum 7 participants)
Arrive Paris Tuesday, June 2. Depart Vernon Wednesday, June 10. 6-7 painting days.
Participants welcomed in Paris afternoon of Tuesday, June 2. (Participants who want to see other sites in Paris are encouraged to arrive earlier ) . Participant stay at Hotel Mont Blanc in the Latin Quarter 100 m from Notre Dame.
Painting days in Paris are June 3 Wednesday , 4 Thursday &5 Friday .
Leave Paris June 6 Saturday . Travel to beautiful Normandy. 3 painting days at:
- Vernon (medieval town),
- Giverny (village at Monet’s Garden) and
- Auvers (picturesque village where Van Gogh did over 70 masterpieces and is buried)
Workshop ends June 10 Wednesday. Participants free to catch train to Paris or other destinations.
WHAT WE DO
Painting in locations on the Left Bank (Notre Dame/ Pont Neuf area). We then travel to Auvers (where Vincent Van Gogh spent his last days) and Giverny (Monet’s garden), staying in Vernon 10 minutes from Monet’s Garden.
WHAT IS COVERED
Costs include: accommodation, paints, brushes, easels and canvas/boards. David will provide personal tuition and advice. All transportation between Paris,Vernon, Giverny & Auvers is included. Participants are free on June 10 to return by train to Paris or other destinations.
PRICES FOR PARIS AND NORMANDY WORKSHOP **:
- Single participant, own room and bathroom AU$4900
- Couple (1 participant, 1 not participating) own room & bathroom AU$5400
- Two participants sharing twin bedroom & own bathroom AU$6900
**Discounts are available for shared accommodation or for multiple workshops.
A 10% deposit is required to secure your position. The deposit is refundable if you cancel before January 31, 2026.
Contact David at : [email protected] Or
+61 (0) 409613537
IN AUSTRALIA
INTERESTED IN PAINTING IN TOOWOOMBA IN SPRING 2026?
I will be running another Toowoomba Spring painting workshop at the end of September/early October in 2026 if you’re interested, please let us know. These are the details for the recent 2025 (workshop). I expect the details to be similar, but perhaps with a different venue.
FOCUS: no matter what your experience in Painting, this workshop is for people who love parks, streetscapes and still lives.
BACKGROUND: This is a substitute for the recently cancelled Toowoomba Winter Schools which have been held by Toowoomba’s University of Southern Queensland. Mcgregor Winter Schools have now been permanently cancelled. (Summer Schools are still going to operate but for five days not seven)
INTERESTED? PLEASE EMAIL ME AT:
[email protected] OR PHONE 0409613537.
INTERESTED IN PAINTING IN TOOWOOMBA IN SPRING 2026?
I will be running another Toowoomba Spring painting workshop at the end of September/early October in 2026 if you’re interested, please let us know. These are the details for the recent 2025 (workshop). I expect the details to be similar, but perhaps with a different venue.
FOCUS: no matter what your experience in Painting, this workshop is for people who love parks, streetscapes and still lives.
BACKGROUND: This is a substitute for the recently cancelled Toowoomba Winter Schools which have been held by Toowoomba’s University of Southern Queensland. Mcgregor Winter Schools have now been permanently cancelled. (Summer Schools are still going to operate but for five days not seven)
INTERESTED? PLEASE EMAIL ME AT:
[email protected] OR PHONE 0409613537.
