ACRYLIC PAINTING RETREAT

WEEKEND RETREAT - April 12-14 2024

Unleash your talent! Learn to paint beautiful mountain landscapes in an exciting and inspirational two-day workshop based in the mountains at Broken River, in the heart of the Southern Alps. Join Christchurch-based, award-winning artist Kat McGettigan in a weekend retreat where you will learn the step-by-step techniques to create a beautiful mountain landscape. The workshop is open to all abilities.

COURSE DETAILS

Learn how to a paint a beautiful mountain landscape using a broad range of acrylic painting techniques in an inspirational mountain setting.

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YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Full-time artist Kat McGettigan specialises in painting.

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COSY ON-MOUNTAIN ACCOMMODATION

Enjoy two nights in the mountains in a mountain lodge nestled in subalpine beech forest. 

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TO BOOK

Book now to secure your spot on this exciting retreat.

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Painting by Kat McGettigan of the Torlesse Range

Course Details

Would you like to learn how to paint a stunning view of the Torlesse Range working with acrylic paints - but not sure where or how to start? 

This fun workshop might be just what you're looking for. Join award-winning painter Kat for a weekend where she takes you through step-by-step tutorials to learn the full process of painting a mountain landscape using acrylic paints. The tutorials cover mixing and blending colours, choosing the right brush, applying the paint, how to paint snowy mountains and tussocks - and much much more! It'll be a fun and relaxed weekend based in the beautiful mountains of Canterbury. The retreat is suitable for all abilities.

 

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Your Instructor

Katrina is an established, award-winning, full-time artist who grew up in Methven and is based in Christchurch. She loves to capture the New Zealand landscapes and native bird scenes on canvas. Over the course of her career Katrina has developed a more refined style by experimenting with a range of moods, colours and light to depict her subjects. Katrina is inspired by the breathtaking landscapes of Canterbury and the wider South Island. 

Kat has held many solo and joint exhibitions throughout New Zealand.  She has been teaching art to adults and children at her Christchurch studio for more than 10 years.

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On Mountain Accommodation

Enjoy a relaxing, fun weekend in the mountains in cosy Lyndon Lodge. This mountain lodge is nestled in native subalpine beech forest just below tree line. The views of the surrounding mountains and Castle Hill Basin are spectacular.

Lyndon Lodge has shared bunk-style accommodation and bathroom facilities, and a cosy communal living and dining area. Your meals will provided over the weekend from Friday dinner through to and including Sunday lunch. We can cater for any special dietary requirements you may have. Coffee & tea will be provided throughout the weekend. 

COURSE PRICE

  DATE  PER PERSON  
   7-9 March 2025 $530  
         11-13 April 2025 $530  

The course fee includes workshop tuition and 2 nights accommodation with all meals provided - Friday dinner to Sunday lunch. Art supplies list will be provided with booking confirmation.

Questions about this retreat? Please contact us here: summer@brokenriver.co.nz

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