19 marvellous days studying the Greek landscape. A balanced tour of en plein air work, coupled with plenty of time for site seeing and delicious dining experiences.
Book early to ensure your position.
Although this is not a workshop, Louise will be along side you to assist you in your work and will demonstrate the en plein air process as each painting site permits.
More information towards the bottom of this page, under "Tours".

As a trained teacher I am able to effectively pass on information in sound and interesting ways. I have an enquiring mind that is not satisfied with basic instructions. I need to understand the why and how of almost everything. It is this trait that allows me to explain to my students the reasons behind why I make suggestions and share with all information that will in the long term enable each to be an independant artist.
Testimonies listed below will speak for themselves as to how my teaching style is received.
I have been teaching art classes to adults since 1999 and enjoy every minute of this vocation.

Regular Classes

The following regular classes are held at 47 Ruth Terrace Oxenford on the Gold Coast Qld Australia, in my studio.
To enrol in a class email louise@louisecorke.com
or phone on 0419 644 665

Weekly Class in Foundational Studies I,II and III 9 - 11am, 12- 2pm and 2:30 - 4:30 pm respectively on Wednesdays.
This is described as a boot camp for artists. This class is not medium specific, meaning that no matter what medium you work in as an artist this class will be suitable for enhancing your skill base.

Weekly Pastel Classes 9:30am - 12:30 and 1:30 - 4:30pm Thursdays. An all day option is available

Weekly Pastel Class / Foundational Studies 7- 9:30 pm Thursdays.
This class is for absolute beginners and for those who wish to refresh their pastel painting techniques. Experienced pastel artists that cannot attend a daytime class could attend this class to continue their pastel adventure. Foundational Studies students can slot in here also.

Monthly Pastel Class 9- 12 noon first Saturday of each month
Held at RQAS ( Royal Queensland Art Society)
25 Broadbeach Blvd Broadbeach Gold Coast Australia.
You need to become an RQAS member to attend these sessions.

Classes always include an initial teacher directed learning activity followed by individual tuition to assist each student in their own painting project. Students are encouraged to develop their own style as well as experimenting with a variety of approaches and techniques. Solid foundational principles form the basis of all classes and are applicable to all art mediums. All genres are covered during the course of the year.
An environment of encouragement is fostered as we all strive towards excellence in our craft.

Class costs: Prices are available on application. A pay as you go system is in place for those who cannot committ to a full term. Full payment of the term fees up front enables you to have 10% discount.
Pensioner rates available.

Studio Workshops

Portraiture Worshops

9 am -4 pm Feb 26, 27 and 28, 2012 and Aug 12, 13 and 14, 2012 .
This course will focus on portraiture basics PLUS understanding temperature relationships of light and shadow.
Each of these workshops will vary from one another but will have the shared component of colour and temperature relationships.
Students work from a model
Numbers are strictly limited to ensure a good vantage point with the model.
You MUST pre register well in advance to attend and register early to avoid disappointment as these workshop sessions fill up fast.

Temperature of Colour Workshop

9 am - 4 pm June 11 and 12, 2012
This workshop is aimed at training you to see and understand the temperature of colour. This is a very important area of study to understand and has application to every genre. Understanding colour is a huge advantage when it comes to any painting process. We will explore the nuts and bolts of this subject until you have gained an understanding. There will be sundry exercises to perform and a small study painting will be executed.
You MUST pre register well in advance to attend.

Stormy Skies Workshop

9 am - 4 pm October 8 and 9, 2012
A Demonstration Evening precedes this workshop: October 7 (Sunday) at 7pm. Note that non workshop attendees can attend this evening.
At last you can unleash your wild side as we look at my energized method for rendering storm clouds. Get busy now and snap away with your cameras to catch as many storm clouds as possible over the coming months. You must pre register to attend.

Still Life Workshop

9am - 4 pm November 26, 27, 2012
A Demonstration Evening precedes this workshop on Nov 25 (Sunday) at 7pm. Note that non workshop attendees can attend this evening.
This workshop is aimed at sharpening your visual skills coupled with your own personal response to your subject matter. The subjects chosen are endless in variety and also can be represented in many different ways. As preparation for this workshop you will need to study some still life paintings in effort to determine the style in which you would like to render your subject matter. A demonstration evening is an optional extra attendance that will lend a visual prompt to the rendering of different textures and surfaces. In the past these evenings have proved most valuable to workshop attendees.
You must pre register to attend.

En Plein Air Painting Days

Louise has allocated the following days for en plein air painting. Should any of her students wish to join her they are more than welcome. There are no fees to attend these days...just turn up at the designated meeting point, drive to the location and get painting! We will all learn together and from each other. This is a BONUS activity.
Dates: April 2, 3 and 4 Sept 24, 25 and 26 Oct 1, 2 and 3 Times: from 7am - 9am Locations: To be advised as the dates approach - the distance will not be far from the studio.
Please register you intention of attending.

Jan 9 -13, 2012 "Pastel Potential - the colour of light as voiced through pastels"
Camp Creative NSW. Workshop full

Jan 14, 15 "Experimenting with Degas' techniques for using pastels" with Sawtell Art Group .

Feb 18, 2012 "Pastel Foundations"with Pastel Society of Australia Inc.

June 26 - July 1, 2012 "The colour of light as voiced through pastels"at Maryborough Art Festival

July 6,7 and 8, 2012 " Understanding Colour" with Urunga Art Group

July 14 and 15, 2012 Subject TBA with Coffs Harbour Art Group

Sept 8 and 9, 2012 "Flowers in pastel"with Mackay Art Group

Oct 26, 27 and 28, 2012 Three day Portraiture with Sunshine Coast Group of Pastel Society of Australia Inc.

Custom Designed Workshops are available on request. Please email Louise to discuss your specific needs.