One day workshop with Rachel Hirabayashi

This workshop allows you to learn some basic watercolour techniques, recording places and memories of New Zealand in a unique and personally designed journal.

Start the day down in old Cromwell after an introduction in Rachel’s studio. Take inspiration from the beautiful mountain and lake scenery surrounding you. Sketch there, have a nice cup of coffee, then return to the studio in order to start the watercolour process. Lunch includes a visit to a charming local winery and more sketching. After returning to the studio, finish off using water colour and marvel at your personalised NZ travel journal!

About the tutor
Rachel is a full time painter in acrylics and watercolour. She has travelled extensively to a variety of countries where she has created journals that now mean far more to her than simple photographs. Her home is a 100 year old cottage. Her working studio is in the front room. She lives surrounded by copious amounts of strange things and is constantly entertained by her 3 dogs. Rachel has exhibited widely in the south island and paints every day.

Days available: Flexible
Start and finish times: 10.30 a.m. to around 4.00 pm
Price per participant: NZ$140: Individual;
NZ$110pp for 2-4 participants
Price includes: your beautiful ‘moleskin’ watercolour journal.
Coffee at cafe. Coffee and tea facilities at studio.
Transport to Old Cromwell Town and to Mt Difficulty Vineyard
Not included: lunch and wine.
Workshop location:
16 Horace Street, Cromwell, Central Otago
Workshops take place at Rachel’s studio and lovely cottage garden if weather permits.
Notes: Maximum number of participants: 4
Not really suitable for children