Kiama in Spring
2025
Spring Escape with Lyn Mellady and Julie Goldspink to
Kiama N.S.W.
7 Days and 8 nights painting with
Pastel or Watercolour
or medium of your choice en plein air workshop
Australian Tour Spring 2025
October Friday 17 to Saturday 25
We have secured spacious apartments in the heart of Kiama where artists can happily relax after a day spent exploring and painting around this stunning section of the NSW coast and hinterland.
Drop us an email to register your interest. If you want to come don't hesitate. Kiama is beautiful in October and we have secured a limited number of apartments.
Arrive in Kiama on Friday, October 17 and book out on Saturday October 25
Option including Accommodation
If you want to stay with the artists, and would like the details sorted out by us let us know ASAP.
We will secure your booking with your deposit. ($260 per person)
This will be your up front booking amount.
Our accommodation has twin or single bedrooms, with one bathroom per two bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, lounge and access to the swimming pool.
Guests will take advantage of being able to relax with artists who love to paint.
Option Without Accommodation
Secure your own accommodation and join us by booking the tuition and group workshop arrangements.
Please note that we have already experienced the popularity of the area at this time of year. It is wise to secure your accommodation as soon as possible. The Kiama Easts Beach Big4 will do their best to allocate a few places if alerted on time. Once again we recommend that people try to stay close to each other. It has many benefits.
Imagine 7 days away with the freedom to absorb yourself in the countryside and paint. Take advantage of the daily hints and demos and enjoy the beauty of the local beaches and headlands, visit the Blow Hole, study the light as it works on waves and still water, the National parks have beautiful places to inspire including Minamurra Falls, Rocky canyons, trickling streams and much more. Berry also beckons as does the emergence of spring flowers. .
There will be the relaxed gatherings to watch demonstrations in house but more en plein air. You will be shown hints on how to improve your paintings.
You have the freedom to visit the many restaurants nearby or prepare your own meals in your apartment kitchen, or byo meals to Lyn and Julie's gathering spot on site.
There is much to explore and you will have a personal half day to personalise your visit however you choose - exploring, visiting, resting, finishing a painting, -it's your day....
FEE:-
- OPTION ONE - Single bedroom accommodation and workshop fees $2560 Per Painter.
- OPTION TWO -Twin share with friend including workshop $1860 per person. Take this option if you have a friend to share with you.
- OPTION THREE workshop participation fee without accommodation $1100 pp
- Important:- please confirm with us the availability of your accommodation choice especially Option One or Two before booking.
All options require the same initial deposit of $260 per person if you are a painter. Workshop numbers and accommodation are limited and this deposit secures your spot.
TO BOOK YOUR SPOT
A deposit of $260 can be made by direct debit to
Westpac
Lyn Mellady and Julie Goldspink
BSB 733-243 Acc No 815093
It is essential to include your Name + Kiama on your payment and send us an email with the deposit details.
Please ensure you stipulate Kiama (option) 1,2 or 3 with your surname on the payment and then forward or email the bank receipt to contact@paintdownunder.com
We will acknowledge your booking and send you the relevant Material lists when we receive your receipt together with your completed
This deposit is non refundable but if you need to cancel it can be applied to any PDU workshop within 2 years.
About Your Tutors:-
Lyn Mellady – artist, teacher, mentor and art judge. Her travels were the start of her desire to bring home more than photos - Since 1980 her work has not only won many awards and recognition, but it is her love of sharing her knowledge with tutoring Australia wide including the Australian Pastel expo in 2018 and 2022 has become her perfect mix. Lyn has five paintings in government collections; and is a member of Fusionsix portrait artists, whose exhibition travelled to 3 regional galleries across Australia.
Lyn is a Master Pastellist with the Pastel Society of Victoria, Australia, and ex Aust Guild of Realist Artist president and Fellow who established the Australian Art Excellence Awards with the backing of Terri Dodd and Australian Artist in 2000.
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Julie Goldspink – artist, teacher and art judge travels frequently, giving workshops Australia wide. She has many followers here and internationally wide who love her watercolours and / or teaching. Tutoring in watercolour and mixed media, with extensive knowledge in most mediums, Julie loves to paint land, rivers, sea or flowers – wherever the light falls and has a long list of awards. Julie featured on Graeme Stevenson’s 'Put Some Colour in Your Life' and her teaching videos have found homes on three continents.
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Please note, choice of accommodation is allocated, strictly in the order that your booking deposit is received.
Late Cancellations after October 9 will still be required to pay full price.
Travel cancellation insurance is always recommended.
What is included in the Art Tour
- Accommodation in Terralong Resort Apartments for 7 days and 8 nights
- Welcome meal included for artists where you will receive information on the workshop etc. on Friday evening in Kiama.
- 1 picnic lunch/BBQ
- Regular Tuition and demonstrations.
- Lyn will demonstrate on Soft Pastel, Julie will use Watercolour or P&W.
- Regular Critiques in progress
- Sunset drinks and nibbles
- Admission pass to National Parks
- Visit to Art Gallery and local Artist Artspace and Framing
- Farewell Dinner
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NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
- NB. Option to prepare your own meals in the kitchen or enjoy meals in the nearby restaurants or Hotel
- Transport to or from painting spots. (We find that people are usually happy to share)
- Art Supplies (Please check the painting workshop material list supplied when you book your spot.)
- Your personal items. There is a supermarket, chemist and medical centre nearby.
Accommodation
Terralong Appartments
Two bedroom and 3 bedroom apartments with single or double beds.
MEALS
KITCHEN/LAUNDRY
includes coffee machine, Toaster, Stove-top, Oven, Kitchenware, Electric kettle, Kitchen, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tumble dryer ,Washing machine,
BEDROOM
Linen, Wardrobe or closet,
BATHROOM
Toilet paper, Additional toilet, Spa Bath or shower, / Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer.
If you would like more information about this tour, please contact us. by
email contact@paintdownunder.com
or artwithlyn@gmail.com
or call Lyn on 0405654110 who will answer as soon as possible.
Your deposit of $250 to secure