So You'd Like to Try Oils? With Catherine Ketton (Friday Mornings, 4 Weeks)

Course Description

If you have been wanting to try oil painting, but don't know where to start, this is the workshop for you!

You will be guided through two different approached to starting and developing a painting and tutored in the basics of colour micing, brushwork and managing edges.

You will work on two canvasses and take home the skills and knowledge for any finishing touches that may be required.

Catherine will be providing notes about the materials used and information on how to use them.

"So You'd Like to Try Oils with Catherine Ketton" is a four week course, running every Friday Morning from 9:30am to 12:30pm. The dates are as follows:

Class 1 - 21st February 2025

Class 2 – 28th February 2025

Class 3 – 7th March 2025

Class 4 – 14th March 2025

Materials are not included in this workshop. The material list can be found here.

If you are starting with no materials, you can expect to pay $295 to set yourself up for this workshop. You can order a materials kit at the checkout or in store for the above amount. If you already own some materials, we encourage you to come in store to fill in the gaps.

Please note that your paints, brushes and mediums will have plenty of life remaining after this workshop and you will be set up to continue your creative journey into the future.

Murray's Art and Framing has a full selection of art supplies. You will get the opportunity to try a limited range in this workshop and will receive our loyalty programs 10% discount off art supplies (exclusions apply).

Our generously spaced classroom allows for social distancing but please don't come if you are unwell.

Don't want to pay for your ticket online? Give us a call on 07 4632 2727.

I have been painting in oil for over twenty years and teaching oil painting for ten. I love the flexibility of oils and delight in the many ways I can work with the medium - careful layering of transparent colour like the old masters or luscious thick impasto to create robust textures. Whether I use delicate brushwork, or vigorous palette knife marks, oil is both forgiving and challenging.

So perhaps a characteristic of my work is that it can't be pinned down. I embrace my personality which wants to try everything - new styles, different techniques, yet another genre. I identify with the works of Vincent Van Gogh "I am always doing what I cannot do yet, in order to learn how to do it."

I love research in experimenting with something new. Whilst this eclectic approach is not always the best pathway for the artist, it is highly recommended for the art tutor. I have lots to offer beginning and emerging artists and I love to share my enthusiasm and skills.

All artwork images provided by the artist. Copyright Catherine Ketton

MyArt Studio Booking & Cancellation Policy

Location

The entrance to the classroom is found at 16 Duggan Street, Toowoomba CBD. The classroom will be opened 15 minutes prior to commencement of the class. Tea and coffee facilities are provided, and students have access to the kitchenette and toilet facilities.

Parking

No parking facilities are provided. Street parking in the Toowoomba CBD is at your own expense. Council car parks with 3+ hour zones are available on Annand Street, Water Street, or Station Street. We advise always reading the parking signage for the day and time period you require to avoid fines. Classes with outdoor activities are attended at your own risk.

Materials

Materials are not included in the ticket price. Students are responsible for their own art materials unless otherwise stated. A materials list will be provided by Murray's Art and Framing listing each item that is required for the workshop. It is expected by the tutor that each student will arrive prepared with the required materials. If you have any questions about your materials list, please get in touch with the team at Murray’s Art & Framing.

Fees

Ticket prices ensure that we can provide professional art tutors. Each ticket covers the total duration of the event for one student to attend. Fees do not include art materials. Please book into a workshop at least one month prior to its commencement if possible. This will secure your spot in the class and allow us to confirm tutor bookings. If there are insufficient tickets booked, workshops may be cancelled.

Cancellation of enrolment by you

If you choose to withdraw from a course or workshop up to one month before its commencement, you will be charged a $25 administration fee. The remainder (minus Eventbrite fees) will be refunded. If you choose to withdraw from a course or workshop within 1 month of its commencement, you will be charged a $25 administration fee and the remainder (minus Eventbrite fees) will only be refunded if the position can be filled.

Missed Classes

Once a workshop has commenced there are no refunds. MyArt Studio cannot accept responsibility for changes to students' personal circumstances that prevent attendance. Classes missed are the student’s responsibility and are non-refundable. Students are not entitled to a discount or ‘make-up’ class if they miss a class for any course, they are enrolled in.

Cancellations of workshops by us

In the event of a class being cancelled due to insufficient enrolments, a full refund will be given.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Murrays Art & Framing, 485 Ruthven Street, Toowoomba City, Australia