BRISBANE
WATERCOLOUR
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Personalised Christmas Cards in Watercolour

Personalised Christmas Cards in Watercolour

Saturday 16 December
Ashgrove - 10am - 2 Hours
Sean Leahy
Handmade cards are not only a delight to create but also a joy to receive. Gift your personalized masterpieces to family and friends, leaving a lasting impression. Our "Personalised Christmas Cards in Watercolour" event is the perfect opportunity to unlock your creativity and spread the warmth of the season in a uniquely artistic way.

Make your loved ones feel special this holiday season. Create bespoke Christmas cards that convey your heartfelt messages, capturing the true spirit of the season. No prior experience in watercolour painting is required. Our expert instructor will guide you step by step, ensuring that you create beautiful, one-of-a-kind Christmas cards.
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$43      
Watercolour Painting the River City

Watercolour Painting the River City

Saturday 30 December
River Terrace - 10am - 2 Hours
Sean Leahy
Are you ready to unlock the artistic beauty of our scenic river city through the mesmerizing medium of watercolour? Join us for an unforgettable creative journey that will transport you into the heart of our vibrant cityscape.

Our city's picturesque riverbanks and iconic landmarks serve as the muse for your watercolour masterpiece. Discover the hidden gems and natural beauty that our river city has to offer. Remember this event forever with your own beautiful, hand-painted masterpiece. The river city comes to life on your canvas, serving as a treasured keepsake of your creative journey. All levels are welcome!
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$43      
Painting Roses in Watercolour

Painting Roses in Watercolour

Saturday 13 January
New Farm - 10am - 2 Hours
Sean Leahy
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.
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$43      

Painting People in Watercolour

Painting People in Watercolour

Saturday 27 January
Brisbane CBD - 10am - 2 Hours
Sean Leahy
Join a welcoming community of fellow artists and enthusiasts, where you can share ideas, gain inspiration, and establish lasting connections at the Painting People in Watercolour Meetup!

Your artwork will be more than just paintings; they'll be cherished keepsakes and meaningful gifts. Share your love and talent with friends and family. To ensure a personalized and engaging experience, we have limited spots available. Don't hesitate to secure your spot at this unique event!
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$43      
Watercolour Painting Animals

Watercolour Painting Animals

Saturday 10 February
South Bank - 10am - 2 Hours
Sean Leahy
Watercolour Painting Animals" is more than just an event; it's a chance to connect with your creative side, appreciate the beauty of the animal kingdom, and create artwork that captures the essence of these enchanting beings.

Exchange ideas, find inspiration, and forge lasting connections with those who share your passion. Let's paint the captivating world of animals together!
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$43      
Urban Sketching with Watercolours

Urban Sketching with Watercolours

Saturday 24 February
West End - 10am - 2 Hours
Sean Leahy
Join us for an exciting Urban Sketching with Watercolours meetup. Get ready to explore the cityscape with your sketchbook and watercolours in hand. Unleash your creativity and capture the vibrant energy of urban life on paper. All skill levels are welcome. Limited spots available, so secure your place now!
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$43      

Other Nearby Groups

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Saturday 09 December
Anzac Square - 10am - 2 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Isabella Porras
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.

Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!

In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.



Meet at Eternal Flame at Anzac Square in Brisbane City,
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$43      
Beginner's Drawing Class

Beginner's Drawing Class

Saturday 09 December
Parkland Boulevard - 1:30pm - 2 Hours
Brisbane Art Group
Atchara Inphrom
Discover the artist within as you dive into the world of drawing with our expert-led workshop, perfect for beginners. This engaging class is designed to teach you the essentials of creating stunning visual pieces, covering perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

Under the guidance of seasoned artists, you'll learn a variety of mark-making techniques to conquer the blank page with confidence. Join us for a journey into drawing and watch your artistic skills flourish.
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$43      
Shorncliffe Pier

Shorncliffe Pier

Sunday 10 December
Shorncliffe Pier
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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Christmas Amigurumi Class

Christmas Amigurumi Class

Saturday 16 December
Bowen Hills - 11am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Crochet Club
Camila Ruiz
Create Holiday Magic with Crochet Christmas Amigurumis!

Get ready to infuse your home with festive cheer! Dive into our themed class and learn the art of crafting adorable Christmas amigurumis. These charming creations can dangle on your tree or add a touch of holiday spirit to every corner of your house.

No need to worry about supplies 2014we've got you covered! All materials are included, plus enjoy a complimentary non-alcoholic drink as you crochet your way into the Christmas spirit.

While previous crochet experience is recommended, don't fret if you're new to the craft! Feel free to enroll in one of our renowned Beginner's classes (amigurumi or basic crochet) to kickstart your crochet journey.

Let's bring the joy of handmade magic to this holiday season! Reserve your spot now and let the crafting festivities begin!
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$76      
Portraiture With Natural Light Meetup

Portraiture With Natural Light Meetup

Saturday 30 December
- 10am - 2 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Isabella Porras
This class is your time to learn and gain a proper understanding of Composition and the importance of light to help boost your photography skills.

We, as a class, will be photographing each other without any on-camera flash or strobe photography. Just the available light, we will walk through, troubleshoot, make adjustments and capture a portrait successfully.
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$43      
Headshot Photography Class

Headshot Photography Class

Saturday 06 January
- 10am - 2 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Isabella Porras
A headshot is a tightly framed face shot, typically from the shoulders up. The goal of your headshot is to clearly & creatively showcase your client's professionalism, personality, and brand. As a class, we will focus on creating headshots from the chest up with good lighting on your model's face.

Meeting at the Hub at Roma Street Parklands
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$138       5 places left

Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 13 January
Bowen Hills - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Crochet Club
Camila Ruiz
Discover the art of crochet or refresh your skills in our specially designed class. Whether you're a total novice or simply need some assistance mastering those basic stitches, our course is perfect for every level. We'll guide you right from your first step of holding the yarn, gradually progressing to the techniques of forming the stitches that construct a traditional granny square.

To elevate your learning experience, we'll equip you with all the crochet materials you need, and even serve a complimentary tea or coffee, ensuring a delightful and enriched crochet journey.
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$76      
Amigurumi Delights for Beginners

Amigurumi Delights for Beginners

Sunday 28 January
Tarragindi - 11:30am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Crochet Club
Camila Ruiz
Dive into the whimsical world of crochet with our 'Amigurumi Delights for Beginners' class! This playful and beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for anyone eager to embark on a crocheting journey, especially if you already have your heart set on creating adorable amigurumi creatures. Let the fun and crafting magic begin as we guide you through the enchanting art of amigurumi creation!

This is a totally beginner's friendly class for those who would like to learn how to crochet for doing this cute little creatures, so no previous beginner's class is needed.
If you feel this is for you, you are more than welcome to join us to learn how to properly make a amigurumi.
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$76      
Brisbane Beginner's Photography Class

Brisbane Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 03 February
Southbank - 10am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Francis Keating
Appropriate for complete beginners, or those who want to brush up on the basics and start enjoying our regular group meet-up sessions.

Learn how to get off Auto Mode and onto Manual Mode, along with the basics of composition.

Cameras, their functions, and all their accessories can be overwhelming if you're not already familiar with them. Discover how to use your camera to capture moments, events, and people in your everyday life.

The class will cover a range of technical aspects, including aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.

You'll also cover focal length and lenses, lighting, and correct exposure.
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$138      

Interior Portraits (Window Light)

Interior Portraits (Window Light)

Saturday 03 February
Queen Street Mall - 10am - 2 Hours
Brisbane Photography Group
Isabella Porras
Step into the world of interior portraits with a focus on Window Light photography. Engage in invigorating discussions on the art and science behind choosing the perfect ISO for the metering process. Master the skills of posing right to harness the best of window light. Understand the use and correct placement of reflectors, along with discerning when to use silver, gold or white reflection material. We promise an enriching experience that will offer much more than just these tips. Join us in this photographic enlightenment journey...we hope to see you there. Let's connect outside KFC on Queen Street Mall.
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$43      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Sunday 11 February
Bowen Hills - 11am - 3 Hours
Brisbane Crochet Club
Camila Ruiz
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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$76      
Still Life Drawing with Coloured Pencils

Still Life Drawing with Coloured Pencils

Saturday 24 February
Epicurious South Brisbane, Australia - 10am - 2 Hours
Brisbane Art Group
Dayna Lim
Join us for an immersive drawing workshop where the beauty of still life takes center stage. Delve into the foundational skills necessary to capture the essence of realism, beginning with the core concept of proportions. Our experienced instructors will guide you through techniques designed to hone your ability to render objects with anatomical precision. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner eager to learn, this event will provide you with the tools to elevate your drawing capabilities and bring the stillness of life to your canvas with fidelity and grace.
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$43      

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 which can be anything from pencils or pastels, to watercolour or oils.

If you are a complete beginner all you need to start are a couple of good drawing pencils, a rubber, and a drawing pad.

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 felt that the event should have been postponed as it was raining all the way from Wynnum to the city. I thought Sean's was an excellent teacher.
4/5
Jennifer
2023-10-09
My daughters Ruby (10) and Rose (9) attend two sessions with Sean and really enjoyed it. Learnt so much and have improved tremendously 😊
5/5
Olivia
2023-10-09
The teacher is very experienced, and taught us few useful Painting techniques
5/5
Rainie
2023-09-24

Fun and relax
5/5
Tittita
2023-09-11
A really lovely class with an encouraging teacher
5/5
lisa
2023-08-28
Very well organised and great instruction and help
5/5
Janet
2023-07-20

The event was fabulous and I've learnt so much. Our teacher was so encouraging and helpful.
5/5
Megan
2023-07-19
I really enjoyed it and learnt a lot. Sina is a good teacher. It was worth the considerable effort to get there
5/5
Wendy
2023-06-05
A brilliant day. Thank you so much. I learnt so much
5/5
Christine
2023-04-18

ARTISTS
Sean Leahy
Sean Leahy has been an award winning cartoonist for over forty years. He continues to do a weekly cartoon for The Courier-Mail each Saturday. Also creator of the comic strip Beyond the Black Stump he is now concentrating on study and his fine art practice in mixed media. He has taught art workshops for many years, including watercolour, both traditional, contemporary and abstract. His primary emphasis is on encouraging developing each student's own skills and voice as an artist. Different genres of watercolour to be explored include landscape, pattern design, portrait, botanical, urban sketching, cartoon character design, children's book illustration, art journalling and the travel sketchbook.
PHOTOS
Brisbane Watercolour Group
2023-08-23
Title or Location: The Precipice
I never know what image will land on the canvas. I simply paint my feelings. The Precipice is a place in my soul that I go to when I am unsure of my next step. If it resonates, perhaps you have felt this feeling too!
Credit: Chelsea PaintSmith
Instagram: chelseapaintsmith

Brisbane Watercolour Group
2023-08-22
Title or Location: Title of Painting: 'The Phantom could be Anywhere'
This painting was done after looking at various rainforest photographs and also inspiration from other artists. I mainly centered the theme or title of the painting around the mystery of the comic book character "The Phantom." Although you cannot see the Phantom the title of the painting eludes to him being somewhere.
Credit: Jeff Goodwin
Instagram: jeffgoodwinart
Portsmouth Watercolour Group
2023-12-01
Title or Location: Baffins pond Portsmouth
This was one of my first attempts at water colours which I did back in July 2023. The location is Baffins pond, a beautiful spot in my local neighborhood where lots of people hang out to feed the birds and watch nature. There was a lot of things worth painting but as the painting progressed I kind of became more interested in the tree in the foreground with it's roots pushing up through the pavement.
Credit: Andy Skinner
Instagram: exploded.superstition

San Diego Watercolor Group
2023-12-01
Title or Location: Home
This was an outline from a tutorial from let?s make art. Used different color variation using pan paints, ink and wash. I?ve been doing watercolor since 2020 using various inspiration from Pinterest, photos and tutorials.
Credit: Estrella Gerwin
Instagram: star.r1973

Denver Watercolor Group
2023-11-29
Title or Location: Cedarege, Colorado
On the western slope of Colorado lies a small town called Cedaredge, Colorado my grandparents owned a small piece of property about halfway up the side of the Grand Mesa, considered the largest mesa in the world with over 300 lakes. My grandparents lived near a small lake. As a child, I have always been fascinated with insects, especially butterflies. In Cub Scouts, I became interested in entomology. I happened to notice a large praying mantis on a red flowering Quince bush on my Grandpare
Credit: Gary L Thompson
Manchester Watercolour Group
2023-11-27
Title or Location: Llandudno in September
I visited Llandudno for the first time. It was a special trip with my cousin. We had fought a long battle for recognition of past injustice. We won and we celebrated by visiting beautiful Llandudno and made some beautiful memories.
Credit: Olatunde Spence
Instagram: Akoma101

Sacramento Watercolor Group
2023-11-27
Title or Location: Winter Birds
I?m a creative person at heart ? I love to upcycle and repurpose things into art. I?m also a soprano, amateur artist both watercolor and acrylics, a Sac State grad and longtime Sacramento County resident. I took my first painting classes in 1994, the year we got married, and over the years have taken different types of classes both in person and online. This past July, I started taking in-person watercolor classes at a local studio. I love that each week I get to take home a finished piece and
Credit: Monica Crumley
Facebook: Monica Crumley
Instagram: @golden_poppy_creative

Portsmouth Watercolour Group
2023-11-26
Title or Location: Southampton
I started painting for therapy after an acquired brain injury nine years ago.My inspiration for this painting comes from my love of water and plant life.This is an interpretation of a coral reef using watercolour paints and fineliner pens.
Credit: Shell Pearce

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