WORKSHOP OVERVIEW
In this workshop Georgie Forbes will guide participants through layering, mark-making, texture and expressive colour to bring iconic Australian wildflowers to life — think waratahs, wattles, gum blossoms, kangaroo paw and more. Over the weekend, students will build confidence in creating floral works that feel vibrant, colourful and authentically expressive.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- Techniques of layering with acrylics, inks, gels, collage elements, and paint pens
- Methods for building texture and depth using mixed media
- Colour mixing and creating contrast to make florals “pop”
- Intuitive composition — loosening up from reference to abstracted, expressive floral interpretation
- Finishing touches: highlights, accents, and creative flourishes
WHO'S IT FOR
Suitable for beginners through to intermediate creatives. Whether you’re just discovering mixed media or you already have painting experience and want to expand your floral and colour vocabulary, this workshop will stretch your practice in a playful, supportive environment.
WHY JOIN THIS WORKSHOP?
Because you’ll leave with a suite of vibrant floral artworks, fresh techniques in your toolbox, and renewed creative confidence. This is an opportunity to play, experiment, get messy, and let your own visual voice shine through native Australian wildflowers.
MATERIALS LIST
All materials are supplied.
LOCATION
The Royal QLD Art Society (RQAS) 25 Broadbeach Blvd, Broadbeach
The workshop is upstairs however there is a lift if required.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
Please note that Artable does not provide refunds for workshops under any circumstances. If you provide more than 7 days notice, you can apply for a credit to another workshop. Check our refunds page for further details and COVID-19 related policies.
Please note that if a workshop is sold out a sold out sign will appear on the listing and you will be unable to book in. If a workshop does not have the number or spots that you require, a note will pop up saying 'out of stock'.
LUNCH
There are several options in walking distance and a fridge on site if you'd prefer to bring your own.
PARKING
You can park in the surrounding streets or in the carpark behind the venue. Please allow time for parking as it is very busy around RQAS at the moment. Do not park on the grass behind RQAS or you will get a parking ticket.
IMPORTANT NOTE
From time to time, we have to cancel workshops for reasons well outside of our control. We try very hard to limit this. Artable will give you a confirmation 21 days in advance. Please make sure that you book accommodation that is flexible if you are travelling to us and we recommend travel insurance.
Location:
RQAS 25 Broadbeach Blvd, Broadbeach 4218 QLD
