BRISBANE
WATERCOLOUR
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Flowers and Plants

Flowers and Plants

Saturday 08 March
West End - 10am - 2 Hours
Barb Rushe
The focus of this two-hour structured session is the studies of floral and nature painting. You will be guided to select your choice of reference in the garden, take photograph references and complete one or two studies of the selected plants and flowers. You will learn how to compose floral and nature paintings using traditional and contemporary composition methods. If you are a nature enthusiast, this session is perfect for you. You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the studies and have some take away homework with the learnt technique. All level and experience are welcome.
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$47       0 places left
Succulents, Cacti and Leafy Plants

Succulents, Cacti and Leafy Plants

Saturday 15 March
West End - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Barb Rushe
Unleash your inner artist and learn the art of watercolour painting in the beautiful surroundings of the City Botanic Gardens. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process, teaching you the techniques and skills needed to create stunning watercolour paintings of the stunning flora and fauna around you.

All skill levels, from beginners to advanced, are welcome to join us!

Note: Don't forget to bring your watercolor supplies to the event! We're excited to see your creativity in action.
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$47       1 places left
Beginner's Watercolour Class

Beginner's Watercolour Class

Saturday 22 March
East Brisbane - 10am - 2 Hours
Barb Rushe
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolour techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of art.
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$47       0 places left

Water Scenes in Watercolors

Water Scenes in Watercolors

Saturday 05 April
River Terrace - 10am - 2 Hours
Barb Rushe
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of water scenes through the delicate strokes of watercolor. Join us for a unique and inspiring event, where we'll explore the art of capturing the fluid beauty of water in all its forms. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the nuances of watercolor painting, helping you master the techniques needed to create stunning water-themed artworks. No prior watercolor experience is needed!
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$47      
Painting Roses and Other Flowers in Watercolour

Painting Roses and Other Flowers in Watercolour

Saturday 12 April
New Farm - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Barb Rushe
Roses have long symbolized love, passion, and beauty. In this event, you'll delve into the world of watercolour painting to capture the essence of these iconic blooms with grace and skill. Our accomplished instructor will guide you, whether you're a beginner or experienced artist, ensuring you create stunning rose-themed watercolours that you'll be proud of.

Note: Don't forget to bring your watercolour supplies to the event! We're excited to see your creativity in action.
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$47      
Mindfulness and Abstract Watercolour Painting

Mindfulness and Abstract Watercolour Painting

Saturday 10 May
West End QLD 4101, Australia - 10am - 2 Hours
Barb Rushe
Join us for a relaxed and creative session that is focused on mindfulness painting with watercolour. We will explore elements of Neurographical art as well as painting for joy. This class is perfect for all skill levels including beginners.
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$47      

Beginner's Watercolour Class

Beginner's Watercolour Class

Saturday 24 May
East Brisbane - 10am - 2 Hours
Barb Rushe
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolour techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of art.
book now
$47      

Nearby Watercolour Groups

Fineliner Illustrations

Fineliner Illustrations

Saturday 15 March
West End - 10am - 2 Hours
Brisbane Art Group
Barb Rushe
This event looks at using ideas and simple images that when fuelled by your imagination and fineliners, will create fun and engaging illustrations. By incorporating different ideas as well as cross hatching, you will learn how to develop drawings from your memory.
book now
$47      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 22 March
East Brisbane - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Brisbane Art Group
Barb Rushe
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
book now
$47      
Drawing People

Drawing People

Saturday 05 April
East Brisbane - 1pm - 2 Hours
Brisbane Art Group
Barb Rushe
Join us for a relaxed and creative session focused on capturing the human form! In this meetup, we'll explore techniques for drawing people, covering proportions, gestures, and expressions. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this session is perfect for all levels. Bring your favorite drawing materials, and let's bring characters to life on paper together!
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$47      

Other Nearby Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 15 February
Southbank - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
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$148       1 places left
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 15 February
Bowen Hills - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Crochet Club
Tessa Spark
Discover the art of crochet or revisit your long-lost passion in a class designed to guide you through the basic stitches that make up a traditional granny square. Our skilled instructors will start with the correct techniques for holding the yarn, providing one-on-one instruction tailored to your needs. All crochet materials are included and you'll also enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee. Dive into the craft world and create something beautiful with us.
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$92       0 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 01 March
Southbank - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
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$148       2 places left

Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 01 March
Bowen Hills - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Crochet Club
Tessa Spark
Discover the art of crochet or revisit your long-lost passion in a class designed to guide you through the basic stitches that make up a traditional granny square. Our skilled instructors will start with the correct techniques for holding the yarn, providing one-on-one instruction tailored to your needs. All crochet materials are included and you'll also enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee. Dive into the craft world and create something beautiful with us.
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$92       2 places left
Studio Lighting Workshop

Studio Lighting Workshop

Saturday 01 March
Freshwater Court, Springfield Lakes - 2pm - 3 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Adrian Phoebe
Step into the realm of controlled creativity with our Beginners Studio Lighting Workshop, where you'll master the art of sculpting light to perfection in a professional studio environment.Throughout this immersive experience, you'll delve into the intricacies of studio lighting, exploring various techniques and setups to achieve stunning and dynamic effects. From classic portrait lighting to dramatic high-fashion looks, you'll learn how to shape and manipulate light to suit your artistic vision. Working alongside experienced instructors and models of all ages and experience, you'll gain hands-on experience in crafting compelling portraits. Learn the nuances of light positioning, modifier selection, and power control to create flattering and impactful images that showcase the beauty and personality of your subjects.Our workshop emphasizes practical skills and creative experimentation. Through guided exercises and personalized feedback, you'll develop the confidence to explore your creativity and push the boundaries of traditional lighting conventions. Whether you're aiming for soft and luminous or bold and dramatic, you'll have the tools and knowledge to bring your vision to life.With access to state-of-the-art studio equipment, including a variety of lighting fixtures, modifiers, and accessories, you'll have the freedom to experiment and refine your techniques. From simple one-light setups to complex multi-light arrangements, you'll discover endless possibilities for crafting unique and compelling images.Whether you're an aspiring photographer looking to expand your skill set or a seasoned professional seeking new inspiration, our Studio Lighting Workshop offers a comprehensive exploration of lighting principles and practices in a supportive and collaborative environment. Join us and unlock the power of light to transform your photography.
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$148       4 places left
Mini Photo Session

Mini Photo Session

Saturday 15 March
Roma St Parklands
My Family Photo - Brisbane
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.

Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.

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Granny Squares

Granny Squares

Saturday 15 March
Bowen Hills - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Crochet Club
Tessa Spark
Join us for a hands-on class to learn how to create beautiful granny squares, ideal for blankets or other projects. All materials will be provided.
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$84      
Fineliner Illustrations

Fineliner Illustrations

Saturday 15 March
West End - 10am - 2 Hours
Brisbane Art Group
Barb Rushe
This event looks at using ideas and simple images that when fuelled by your imagination and fineliners, will create fun and engaging illustrations. By incorporating different ideas as well as cross hatching, you will learn how to develop drawings from your memory.
book now
$47      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 22 March
East Brisbane - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Brisbane Art Group
Barb Rushe
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
book now
$47      

Amigurumi 101

Amigurumi 101

Saturday 29 March
Bowen Hills - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Crochet Club
Tessa Spark
Join our Amigurumi 101 Crochet Class to master the basics of crafting charming Amigurumi characters. Ideal for intermediate crocheters or graduates of our Beginner's class. Expert instructors will guide you through essential techniques for shaping and assembly. Reserve your spot now for full event details upon booking.
book now
$84      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 05 April
Southbank - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
book now
$148      
Drawing People

Drawing People

Saturday 05 April
East Brisbane - 1pm - 2 Hours
Brisbane Art Group
Barb Rushe
Join us for a relaxed and creative session focused on capturing the human form! In this meetup, we'll explore techniques for drawing people, covering proportions, gestures, and expressions. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this session is perfect for all levels. Bring your favorite drawing materials, and let's bring characters to life on paper together!
book now
$47      

ABOUT BRISBANE
WATERCOLOUR
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials. If you are a complete beginner all you need to start is a set of watercolour paints, brushes, and water container.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Brisbane Watercolour Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
REVIEWS
I enjoyed it and Barb is a very patient and knowledgeable teacher
5/5
Rainie
2025-02-03
Very informative and well presented. It was held in a great riverside location. We learnt so much and just wanted to go home and keep painting.
5/5
MARK
2025-01-20
Excellent class for beginners
5/5
Jacqui
2025-01-20

Very helpful and positive.
5/5
Elaine
2024-12-09
We had so much fun. Barb is a wonderful and interactive teacher. Barb provided a safe place to explore as a beginner (Kel) but also a space to explore more advance skills for Isaiah. I (Kel) learnt that I like the structure of drawing in first, but Barb allowed space for freelance too. Highly recommend Barb for any class. A wonderful teacher - very knowledgeable and lots of tips and tricks. Thank You Barb for a wonderful class. Isaiah and Kel. - Camp Hill.
5/5
Isaiah & Kel
2024-12-09
Great location. Barb was super enthusiastic and helpful. I am glad she has taken up the role.
5/5
Mary-Clare
2024-12-08

It was an awesome event for people who have never picked up a water colour brush or paints before.
5/5
Carol
2024-10-20
I loved it! I went away with new skills and knowledge. I?ll definitely come back for another.
5/5
Alice
2024-10-06
Loved this! As always both enjoyable and an excellent learning experience.
5/5
Di
2024-09-15

I learnt so much in the 2 hour class. Small size class which provided lots of opportunity for Teacher feedback. Barb was awesome, communicated well both before & during the class & was very encouraging. I?ve already booked in for another class.
5/5
Jacqueline
2024-09-15
Great morning of painting and discussion with lots of learning. Barb is a great teacher and very encouraging of our efforts.
5/5
Dianne
2024-09-09
We had a lovely morning learning how to paint water at the top of Kangaroo Point Cliffs. Thank you Barb.
5/5
Louise
2024-09-08

ARTISTS
Barb Rushe
Barb Rushe love for art started at school and has continued to grow through her exploration of its history, the varying genres and mediums. When she isn't painting, drawing or admiring an exhibition, she is busy as a special education teacher working with students with complex behaviour and learning needs. She also runs a weekly art club for students at school and enjoys the relaxed environment that allows for creative freedom and expression.

Barb enjoys a challenge and views teaching more as guiding people to approach learning through fun activities and developing skills that build confidence and practical application. She is also a firm believer that learning is a life long endeavour where she continues to further her education which includes art, Auslan, coaching and teaching. Watercolour has been a huge interest in the past few years and after many classes and online courses, Barb feels she is ready to support others to develop their interest and love of this art medium.

Barb Rushe is available for private bookings

Tutoring, events and group sessions.
Friday evenings 6:30-9:30pm
Saturdays 2pm - 6pm

PHOTOS
Brisbane Watercolour Group
2025-02-07
Title or Location: Ipswich
This work was inspired by a bowl of strawberries which I photographed and manipulated in the computer. I had been experimenting with watercolour ground on cradleboard and was not happy with the intensity so I boosted the saturation in some places using gouache. I finished the work with Dorland wax medium to waterproof the paint.
Credit: Lyn Mason

Brisbane Watercolour Group
2025-01-28
Title or Location: Balinese Blooms.
I?ve recently been on holidays in the beautiful Indonesian Island of Bali. Relaxing in the tropics was the perfect environment to capture the beauty of the abundant flora. Loose painting is not something that comes naturally to me but with practise I began to see the form and colours, of plants around me, in my mind?s eye. Sounds corny, but it?s the only way I could achieve any looseness to my usual attempts at painting flowers.
Credit: Brenda OSullivan
Brisbane Watercolour Group
2025-01-25
Title or Location: West End, Brisbane Australia
I visited my mother between rain showers, this is the view from her verandah. Brisbane city sparkled against the grey rain clouds which reflected the city lights. The foreground is West End, a little chaotic mess of suburbia so close to the city.
Credit: Guinevere McBride
Facebook: Guinevere McBride
Instagram: Guinevere McBride

Brisbane Watercolour Group
2025-01-06
Title or Location: Sunflower field
I love painting landscapes because the process is more than just creating art. It?s a way to immerse myself in another world. After painting a portion, I place it in front of me and spend hours staring at it while eating, relaxing, working, or even before going to bed. I get so lost in the scene that the boundary between reality and fantasy fades away. For me, this practice becomes an escape from the hustle and bustle of life, offering a peaceful retreat into the beauty of imagination and nature
Credit: Narges Shirvanian
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watercolor.narges/profilecard/?igsh=MTNkbHk2NmVmYm54dA==

Brisbane Watercolour Group
2024-12-30
Title or Location: On the beach at Coffs Harbour
This is first grandchild. He was having such a lovely time at the beach, that smile and excitement!. When my daughter sent us the photo just before arriving to spend 2024 Christmas with us in Brisbane, I knew I had to paint him.
Credit: Georgie Britton - my daughter
Facebook: Jinglebird
Instagram: Jinglebird
Brisbane Watercolour Group
2024-12-18
Title or Location: Brisbane, Australia
I love the splendour of swans and was keen to try to capture this through watercolour. I?ll keep practising ways to convey movement as I think it can make a painting more expressive.
Credit: Brenda O?Sullivan

San Diego Watercolor Group
2025-02-12
Title or Location: On my dining room table
I painted this to commemorate an amazing mentor. - my college philosophy professor. This is actually Nietzsche, someone he deeply admired. Since I admired my professor, it seemed fitting to paint this in his memory. He passed away after I graduated, but his impact on my college education stayed with me forever.
Credit: Amy Mellor
Instagram: @amellor74

Adelaide Watercolour Group
2025-02-10
Title or Location: Admirals Arch, Kangaroo Island
My friend has given me permission to use his photo as reference using Daniel Smith and Holbein watercolours with Dr PH Martin's bleed proof white and a little Brusho on Baohong fine block
Credit: Marrilyn Northeast
Nottingham Watercolour Group
2025-02-09
Title or Location:
Watercolour on nott surfaced paper.
Credit: Home this evening
Facebook: GELLION

Bridgeport Watercolor Group
2025-02-09
Title or Location: Flower Pots
Watercolor using my non dominant hand in my ?Challenges in Art? Class with Chris Goldbach, instructor.
Credit: Diana Wendy Kleros

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