Oils Workshop with Hadyn Wilson

Australian Tonalism (or tonal realism) goes back to early 20th century Melbourne when Max Meldrum started the movement, before being joined by Clarice Beckett and others. Typically works use a limited palette and are characterised by a misty or atmospheric quality.

In this small group class, working in oil paint and from life, students will learn the fundamentals of loose tonalism with our exhibiting artist Hadyn Wilson.

This class is for you if you want to:

• Learn how to recognise colour temperature and mix colours to achieve the subtle gradations characteristic of Australian Tonalism.
• Gain a deeper understanding of how the arrangement and interaction of elements within the two-dimensional surface of an artwork contribute to a harmonious and engaging composition that works from a pictorial viewpoint.
• Develop observational skills in looking at light and how it interacts with a scene.
• Explore brushwork techniques to draw and paint that emphasize tonal variation over detailed linework.
• Develop an understanding of tonal values and how to apply them effectively in creating depth, mood, and atmosphere in your work.

Participants will work on two paintings during this practical studio workshop - a simple still life in the morning, and a studio interior after lunch, providing the opportunity to practice your new skills in different settings.

Hadyn is an experienced teacher and a practicing artist who combines whole class teaching and demonstration with personalised guidance and feedback.

Suitable for beginners to advanced artists.

Hadyn Wilson has been a practicing artist for over forty years and has exhibited widely throughout Australia and internationally, with exhibitions across painting, sculpture, and installation. Hadyn’s art practice explores relationships between past and present, the real and imaginary, history and myth.  He originally trained at Julian Ashton Art School, then completed a Graduate Diploma at ANU, a Masters Degree from UNSW, and a PhD from Newcastle Uni. He has won a number of prizes including the Gallipoli Art Prize and the Mosman Art Prize and has been a finalist in the Archibald Prize, Sulman Prize, and Wynne Prize. Hadyn spends his time between his studio and home in Wollombi (Hunter Valley) and his Sydney studio at Coburn Fine Art in Georges Heights, Mosman.

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This class uses oil paints. All art materials are included in the class fee for your convenience.

Spud Lane is a professional art studio and contemporary gallery located in a converted warehouse in the small town of Robertson NSW. We are fully equipped with professional lighting, materials for your class, plenty of space to relax, and a unique creative environment. Free parking is readily available nearby.

A delicious healthy lunch from our favourite local providore is included, as well as a coffee made by our in-house Barista.

Got Questions Before Booking? Email hello@spudlane.com.au or call Cat on 0424 008 432.

• Full payment is required to reserve your spot.
• Owing to the small sizes of our classes, we do not offer refunds if you change your mind before the event. However you may pass on your ticket to a friend if you are unable to attend.
• All classes and workshops are subject to minimum numbers. If we fail to form the minimum class size, we will cancel the workshop. In this instance, we will offer you a full refund or a credit note for another workshop at Spud Lane.
• No refunds or credit notes will be issued if you fail to show up on the day.