Simpsons Gap Sunset

Duration

3 Hours

This evening adventure takes place just 18kms outside of Alice Springs at Simpsons Gap, a natural wonder that is not to be missed. This unique destination explodes with colour as the sun sets, making it is the perfect spot to paint with watercolours!

In this workshop you will learn the basics of watercolour painting in a series of exercises designed to help you to loosen up and have fun. Fun facts about the flora and fauna will deepen the meaning of the series of paintings you make, which you can take home to remind you of this unique landscape.

Watch the red rock of the West MacDonnell Ranges turn a deeper red as the sun sets, hear an orchestra of birds sing from the tops of the river red gum trees, tune in to the peace of this special place which is an important spiritual site for the local Arrernte Aboriginal people.

On the short walk into Simpsons Gap your guide will point out flora, fauna, and some important features of the landscape. You will pick a few features to focus on during the watercolour painting workshop, including river red gum trees, rock formations, and, if we’re lucky, Rock Wallabies.

During your workshop, your guide will lead you through a dynamic series of watercolour painting exercises. The workshop starts with a basic introduction to watercolours, followed by some fast paced watercolour painting exercises which will help you to loosen up. We will then move on to longer form technique building exercises, and finish with a freeform longer painting where you can combine things that you’ve learnt to make a masterpiece that you will be proud of.

The class is suitable for beginners and people with painting experience. All painting materials are provided. Pick up and drop offs from Alice Springs are included.