Paint a native bee in watercolour workshop - Queanbeyan - 22 July

$150.00

10am - 4pm Wednesday 22 July 2026, Rusten House, Queanbeyan

In this workshop you will learn:

·      To observe the structure and form of an Australian native bee, referring to a bee specimen as well as photographs and diagrams;

·      To use a microscope to investigate and draw smaller areas such as details on the head and legs which are difficult to see with the naked eye;

·      Watercolour techniques including washes, glazing and dry brush work for a detailed finish; and

·      How to make the bee look realistic – shiny, iridescent and three dimensional using light, shade and colour.

By the end of the workshop you will be well on the way to completing a beautiful artwork using fundamental watercolour techniques learnt in this workshop.

This is an introductory class suitable for beginners to intermediate level artists.

Materials list will be provided by email. A kit can be purchased for an extra cost of $55. Click here

Rusten House is on Collett Street. Parking is available near the door or on the street.

10am - 4pm Wednesday 22 July 2026, Rusten House, Queanbeyan

In this workshop you will learn:

·      To observe the structure and form of an Australian native bee, referring to a bee specimen as well as photographs and diagrams;

·      To use a microscope to investigate and draw smaller areas such as details on the head and legs which are difficult to see with the naked eye;

·      Watercolour techniques including washes, glazing and dry brush work for a detailed finish; and

·      How to make the bee look realistic – shiny, iridescent and three dimensional using light, shade and colour.

By the end of the workshop you will be well on the way to completing a beautiful artwork using fundamental watercolour techniques learnt in this workshop.

This is an introductory class suitable for beginners to intermediate level artists.

Materials list will be provided by email. A kit can be purchased for an extra cost of $55. Click here

Rusten House is on Collett Street. Parking is available near the door or on the street.