My Studio Workshops Are Finally Here!

After a long period of planning, preparation and creating new teaching materials, I am delighted to announce that I am finally opening my studio doors to those who would like to learn how to create art with me.

Over the years, many people have asked whether I teach. I wanted to wait until I could welcome participants to my newly renovated studio and offer a truly enjoyable creative experience. That time has now arrived.

My workshops are designed for adults and young people aged 12 and over, and all skill levels are welcome. You will learn the techniques I use in my own work, including building sculptural surfaces with texture paste, working with layered acrylics, and creating depth, light and atmosphere in your paintings, along with many other practical tips and techniques. Maximum of six participants to ensure plenty of individual step by step guidance and personal attention.

Suitable for beginners and experienced artists alike.
No prior drawing or painting experience required.
All art materials are provided.
Small groups of up to six participants.
Individual guidance throughout the workshop.
Complimentary tea.

New workshops will be added throughout the year, each exploring a different Australian native subject and artistic technique.

Visit the All Things Creative section in my Shop to see the workshops currently available.

If a workshop is fully booked, please let me know which workshop interests you and your preferred day or time, and I'll do my best to schedule another session. You can also subscribe to my newsletter to be the first to hear about new workshops, special events and creative opportunities.

I look forward to welcoming you to my studio, sharing my passion for art, and, of course, enjoying a cup of tea together!

Artist group in Ferrario factory not far from Bologna

“Art Voyages — Learning Through Materials”

Knowing your tools deeply — how they behave, how they age, how they respond to light and heat — changes the way you work and the confidence with which you make decisions. During my time at Azur Studio in Kyiv, we took part in a number of art trips across Europe, visiting paint and medium manufacturers directly. These experiences were invaluable. Being able to ask questions about materials from the people who created them — the chemists, designers, and technicians behind the products — gave us insights no manual or catalogue ever could. Who could know the materials better than those who developed them? Along the way, we also participated in workshops with local designers who introduced us to the full potential of different gels and pastes, transparent and opaque paints, and specialised products for textile decoration and pseudo stained glass. We explored techniques for creating patina, working with gilding, and layering surfaces in ways that expanded both technical knowledge and creative possibility. I often find myself missing those times — being surrounded by like-minded professionals, travelling, learning, experimenting, and talking endlessly about what we loved most: paint, surface, and decoration. Those journeys shaped not only my technical approach, but also my respect for materials as active partners in the creative process.

Acrylic painting by Sydney-based artist Tetiana Koldunenko depicting a seagull soaring freely through a pale blue sky, its wings rendered with an almost transparent, ethereal quality. Inspired by Jonathan Livingston Seagull, the artwork conveys lightness, freedom, and the quiet pursuit of inner growth.

“The Versatility of Acrylics”

The fast-drying nature of acrylic paints brings an entirely different kind of energy to my practice. They provide immediate results and encourage a spontaneous, expressive approach that keeps the process fresh and dynamic. What I love most about acrylics is their incredible versatility. They can be used on canvas, paper, or wood — opening endless creative possibilities for experimentation. Over the years, I’ve come to appreciate many of their qualities: Versatility – suitable for almost any surface. Quick drying – perfect for working in layers or capturing fast-changing ideas. Water-soluble – easy to clean and manipulate. Layering and texture – ideal for building depth and tactile interest.

My Studio Workshops Are Finally Here!

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