Watercolour Birds & Botanicals

Discover the beauty of nature through expressive watercolour painting as you bring together delicate birds, leaves, flowers, and branches .
About this Event

Overview

Discover the beauty of nature through expressive watercolour painting as you bring together delicate birds, leaves, flowers, and branches in one harmonious composition.

Whether you're completely new to watercolour or looking to build confidence, this relaxed and beginner-friendly workshop will guide you through simple techniques for painting charming birds surrounded by botanical elements. Along the way, you'll learn how observation, colour, and composition work together to tell a story inspired by nature.

Leave with a finished painting, practical techniques, and fresh inspiration to continue your creative journey at home. The workshop is suitable for beginners as well as anyone who enjoys painting birds, gardens, and botanical subjects.

Description

During this hands-on session, you'll explore:

• Simple bird shapes using basic geometric forms
• Mixing natural colours for feathers, leaves, and flowers
• Creating loose botanical elements with expressive brushstrokes
• Painting soft washes and adding layers for depth
• Using negative space to separate birds from foliage
• Balancing composition so birds and plants complement one another
• Adding small details without overworking the painting
• Tips for creating your own garden-inspired watercolour scenes

There will be demonstrations throughout the workshop, followed by plenty of guided painting time and individual feedback in a relaxed and supportive environment.

No drawing experience is required.

Agenda

10:00 am – Welcome, materials overview & warm-up exercises

10:10 am – Painting simple bird shapes and proportions

10:30 am – Leaves, flowers and botanical brushstrokes

10:50 am – Colour mixing for birds and botanicals

11:10 am – Create your final bird & botanical composition

11:50 am – Final details, group sharing, photos & questions

Materials Included

Everything you need to enjoy the workshop is provided:

• Professional watercolour paints
• Watercolour paper 120-300 gsm
• Brushes
• Palette for mixing colour
• Water containers
• Paper towels
• Reference images
• Practice exercises
• Take-home PDF with painting prompts, reference photos and continued practice ideas

You're also welcome to bring your own favourite brushes or paints if you'd like.

FAQs

Do I need any painting experience?

Not at all. This workshop is designed for complete beginners as well as those wishing to refresh their watercolour skills.

What will I paint?

You'll create a nature-inspired artwork featuring one or more birds together with flowers, leaves, branches or other botanical elements.

Are all materials included?

Yes. All art materials are supplied, so you can simply arrive and enjoy painting.

Can I bring my own supplies?

Absolutely. If you have favourite brushes, paints or sketchbooks, you're welcome to use them.

Is the workshop suitable for children?

The workshop is recommended for ages 12+ when accompanied by a participating adult.

Will I receive notes after the workshop?

Yes. You'll receive a digital PDF containing practice prompts, reference images, and ideas to continue painting at home.

How many people are in the class?

Class sizes are intentionally kept small to allow for demonstrations, questions, and individual guidance throughout the session.

Can I reschedule if I can’t attend?
Please check Eventbrite’s refund/reschedule policy on the event page. Alternatively, contact the organiser to transfer to other workshop.

Where is the location?📍 Melbourne Central Skybridge — meet near the glass walkway between Melbourne Central and Emporium. Look for watercolour palette and smiles!

Will I get a reminder before the workshop?
Yes — we’ll send you an email reminder with the exact meeting details 2 days before the event.

It will be so fun to create art with you. See ya!