ART WORKSHOPS 2025​

 Workshops in a variety of media and different locations

WEEKLY CLASSES

 Ongoing weekly watercolour classes. Gympie, Queensland

GALLERY

Gallery of artworks by Jan

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Just wanted to thank you again for the wonderful class today. It was a real eye-opener! The emails have been flying thick and fast tonight, between the members, all agreeing what a great day we had today, in every respect. Can't wait for your next lesson - you are a very talented tutor as well as a wonderful artist.

J. Cox

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Coochie Art Group

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Hi Jan, I enjoyed the workshop and I learnt a lot out it, the other students were nice to work with and it was pleasant to see a wide range of topics. I have a drawing project that I have been working on for a number of years now and this will help me keep inspired.

T. Bryce

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I really enjoyed those four days at the workshop, everybody was so nice, and it really broadened the horizon for me. Your teaching is impeccable; I'm very honoured to have learned from you! Thanks again!  

M. Irving

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I had a great time at your workshop Jan, I hope to be able to attend another one of your colour pencil workshops sometime. Thank you so much Jan, I still think about how great it was. 

R. Lee

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I’d like to thank you both for making today such a happy one for Fred.  He was very tired when he got home but he had a lovely day and couldn’t stop saying how kind you were.  

. P. Bol

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Thank you again for an informative, interesting and exciting workshop. I really enjoyed the class and am itching to start a picture. Please keep me informed of any new classes coming up. 

D.Kostyrka

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Thank you for putting in such an effort with all your resources, handouts and help. It is really appreciated! Looking forward to your next class. 

J. Cox

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The best workshop I’ve been to!

S. Beeston

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Thanks Jan, fabulous workshop and I love your teaching style.

Steph C.

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NEXT TWO WORKSHOPS/EVENTS

  Noosaville, Qld and Horsham, Vic.

1-2/11

9:00am

Birds in Watercolour, Noosaville

In this weekend workshop, you’ll learn essential techniques for rendering feathers, beaks and other intricate details. Explore the nuances of watercolour painting, from mixing colours to mastering brush strokes, while bringing these feathered friends to life on paper. Basic bird anatomy will also be covered, including some practice drawing.
With expert instruction, demonstrations and personalised feedback, you'll leave with beautiful bird paintings and newfound confidence in your watercolour skills.

12-16/1/2026

9.00am

Experimental Interpretations of Nature

SUMMER BRUSHES art retreat.
https://www.grampianarts.com.au/summer-brushes-jan-lawnikanis.html
This fun workshop will give participants a greater range of styles for painting watercolours with experimental techniques. Unexpected but lovely results will be created. Colour balance, composition, cropping and negative painting with gouache will help resolve the abstract effects.
 
Some techniques are based on the work of Ann Blockley, while others are inspired by Lena Gemzoe, Tony Smibert and other artists.