PAST RETREAT 

We’ll Study:

• Understanding volume - 3D Drawing

• How to explore light, shadow and volume over a face

- Ways to achieve fluid and transparent watercolour

 

Each day will begin with a demonstration from 9:30 am, then painting from 10 am – 4 pm, with intermittent demonstrations as required. 

 

Beginners or experienced artists will receive tutoring to their level and requirement, allowing you to enhance your artistic abilities and expand your knowledge. With specific focus on the human face, you will grow your skills in watercolour painting in a supportive and inspiring environment.

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Artist Bio:

Sheree Dohnt is a professional artist residing in Fremantle, who graduated from the University of Wollongong with a Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Arts) in 2011. Dohnt approaches the possibilities of portraiture with a process driven art practice, and as a negotiation between artist, subject, medium and viewer, in order to encapsulate the themes of identity, parenthood and womanhood. In 2025, Dohnt was a finalist in the Mid West Art prize and winner of the South Perth Emerging Artist Award in the Works on Paper category. She is a member of the WA Portrait Artists and the Watercolour Society of WA.

 

 

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Materials List

​A Materials list will be emailed to you upon confirmation of booking.

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Independent Stay Package

Greenhills has just eight guest rooms within our historic homestead, making our retreats intentionally small and personal.

We occasionally offer a limited number of places for guests staying in nearby accommodation or in a caravan/motorhome parked at Greenhills.

These guests still enjoy the full retreat experience, including:

• Daily tuition

• Morning and afternoon tea

• Lunch and dinner at Greenhills

• Evening gatherings and demonstrations

• Full access to the studio

The only difference is that accommodation is provided off-site.

Options include:

• Accommodation in York (approximately 18 minutes away)

• Accommodation at Whitegum Farm (approximately 6 minutes away)

• Self-contained caravans or motorhomes parked at Greenhills (powered, showers/toilets available)

A reduced retreat fee applies when accommodation is not included.

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Price (Please Contact us for the Independent Stay Package price)

$1800 includes 4 nights /5daysof accommodation, meals (full board), 3 days tuition, late access to studio, airport transfers and field trips (If applicable). For a full list of inclusions/exclusions click here.

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To apply please complete the below application form and an invoice will be sent to you for a deposit of $300 to secure your spot. (Balance due within 60 days of booking/or 60 days prior to workshop (whichever is sooner).

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To view our cancellation policy please click here.