Join artist Ulemj Glamuzina for an inspiring mixed media portrait workshop and discover the exciting possibilities of combining different materials and techniques to create expressive, textured portraits.

In this 5-hour session, participants will explore the foundations of portrait drawing and painting before experimenting with acrylics, pastels, ink, and collage. You’ll learn how to layer materials to create depth, texture, and personality in your work while developing a freer, more expressive approach to portraiture.

This workshop is suitable for all levels, from beginners wanting to try portrait painting for the first time to more experienced artists looking to expand their creative practice.

The techniques explored can also be applied to other subjects such as landscapes and abstract work, offering fresh ideas and new ways to enrich your artistic process.

Participants are welcome to register for either Saturday OR Sunday ($122 per day), or you can register for both days ($222) and continue working on your artwork on the second day. There will also be the opportunity to learn even more techniques on Sunday.

I have been drawing faces for many years – from newborns to people in their 90s – as well as tutoring. My approach to teaching is very interactive. I do a lot of demonstrating, explaining my process and techniques as I work.

All participants are very welcome as no matter what level of experience you have, the workshop will enable you to try out different media while also working and learning from other artists. I use one model for every 3–4 artists to ensure you can get close enough to record features. We will discuss lighting, tonal values, poses, mark making and textures, and you will enjoy connecting with your models. This is the most rewarding part for me, meeting people and capturing something special about them ... their likeness. You will complete several drawings each session as most poses are for around 30 minutes.

These Intro Art classes are designed as a progressive learning experience with a focus on oil painting. Participants will gain the greatest benefit by attending all three sessions, as concepts and techniques will continue to build from week to week. However, each class is also structured to work successfully as a stand-alone session.

Each Wednesday morning, we will explore topics related to the fundamentals of visual art, helping participants strengthen their artistic understanding, refine their ideas, and learn new practical skills while being mentored throughout the process.

The focus of the series is to develop an understanding of oil paint as a medium and the processes involved in using it effectively. We will also explore how to apply these techniques to create visually cohesive and engaging artworks.

Damien has over 25 years’ experience exhibiting and tutoring and is the winner of several prestigious art awards.

Each class can be attended as a one-off session; however, the ideas and techniques continue to build and connect from week to week.