Name: Gouache Painting Workshop with Julia Softley
Start: 2026-02-21T09:30:00+08:00
End: 2026-02-21T12:30:00+08:00
Location: JACKSONS DRAWING SUPPLIES (Balcatta, WA, Australia)

Gouache Painting Workshop with Julia Softley
Jacksons Balcatta store
Saturday 21st February
9:30am - 12:30pm
Cost: $90
About the Workshop: Welcome to the world of gouache - a bold, versatile, matte and highly pigmented medium that bridges the gap between watercolour and acrylic. Your teacher, Julia Softley, is here to share her passion for this rich and responsive medium, known for its opacity, layering potential, and stunning finish. This class is suitable for all ages and levels of experience. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned creative, you’re warmly welcomed.
Some key components of this class:
- An appreciation for quality gouache materials and brushes
- Understanding different paper types and surfaces
- Selecting and using reference images effectively
- Tips and tricks for setting up and starting with confidence
- Three essential gouache techniques Julia uses in her own practice: layering, dry brushing, and glazing to develop tone and texture
- The joy of disconnecting from distractions and activating your right brain through painting
All supplies provided, just bring your water, and snacks.
About Julia: As a newly established illustrating artist in Perth, with a comprehensive and unique background in the world of apparel and fine art training, this unique combination gives her the luxury to create work which indulges the eye in beauty, colour and tone.
With a comprehensive background spanning fine arts, illustration, apparel design, and multimedia, her artistic perspective has surfaced strong and bold, seen as truly unique.
Through her work and teachings, she aims to showcase the versatility and beauty of watercolour pencils, inspiring others to explore this unique artistic tool.
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Bookings are limited, paid bookings are essential to secure your place! Please contact the store on 9240 1795 or [email protected] for booking information. *Payment is non-refundable, paid bookings only.