Painting with Oils Workshop 2025 with

Artist Sylvie Carter

Location : Montville, Hinterland Sunshine Coast

Date: Thursday 25 and Friday 26 September 2025

Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm

Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of the Sunshine Coast as you master the art of plein air painting! This inspiring oil painting workshop takes you to breathtaking locations across Australia’s coastal paradise, where you’ll discover the secrets of capturing nature’s spontaneous beauty on canvas. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or refining years of experience, you’ll unlock powerful techniques that transform how you see and paint the world around you.

Immerse yourself in Australia’s Sunshine Coast’s most breathtaking natural landscape as you discover the transformative power of plein air painting. This comprehensive two day oil painting workshop will help you explore breakthrough techniques that will elevate your painting practice.

For over 18 years, Sylvie Carter has captured the ever-changing beauty of the natural world through her ‘en plein air’ oil paintings. Now, she invites you to discover the transformative power of outdoor painting through her immersive ‘En Plein Air Essentials’ workshop. 

Sylvie’s personalized approach meets you exactly where you are in your artistic journey, providing the techniques, equipment knowledge, and the hands-on experience fundamental for painting outdoors. Whether you’re beginning your plein air journey or seeking to refine your existing skills, this workshop provides the ideal environment to grow as an artist while surrounded by like-minded creatives who share your passion for capturing nature’s beauty on canvas.

ABOUT

Join experienced artist Sylvie Carter for this, hands-on two (2) day ‘en plein air’ oil painting workshop, set on a private property offering stunning views and tranquility. You will gain valuable insights and skills from painting alongside and observing firsthand, Sylvie’s approach to painting outdoors. 

More about Sylvie here: https://www.sylviecarterartist.com

What you will learn

• What materials and equipment are easiest to use when painting outdoors.
• How to choose a compelling subject and composition, considering aesthetic design, atmosphere and story.
• How to unlock more believable landscape paintings by mastering tonal values.
• Explore effective colour mixing techniques and discover how working with a limited palette can strengthen your paintings.
• Creating texture and using different surfaces and tools.
• Understanding employing soft and hard edges.
• How to capture the essence of the light, mood and place as fast as possible.
• How to effectively use perspective to create the illusion of distance.
• How to self-critic your work and problem solve in the field.

What is provided

• A fun, friendly and supportive learning environment with tuition.
• A comprehensive methodology to help you understand the fundamentals, define your artistic vision and develop strategies for overcoming creative obstacles.
• Tips to cultivate authenticity in your work while learning dynamic methods for generating and developing fresh concepts efficiently and enjoyably.
• Small group setting with limited spaces available.
• Easy parking and little walking involved for those less mobile

Who is this workshop suitable for?

Whether you’re beginning your painting journey or seeking to refine your existing skills, this workshop provides the ideal environment to grow as an artist while surrounded by like-minded creatives who share your passion for capturing the beauty of the Australian landscape on canvas.  

What do you need to bring?

Materials list provided on registration booking.

Also you can check out the recommended ‘Sylvie Carter’s ‘En Plein Air Essentials Brush List’ at Rosemary and Co Brushes here.

Booking Information

Investment $250 per adult.

Please read the Terms and Conditions before making payment.

For more information and or to secure your place in this intimate workshop setting, please email info@sylviecarterartist.com.

Refunds and Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@sylviecarterartist.co

Registration fees are non-refundable, if cancellation is less than 7 days before the workshop.

Participants who cancel a registration more than 7 days will receive 100% refund.