​​Come and spend the day painting with me in my studio in the heart of Brunswick, Melbourne. We can discuss any of your existing works, or I can lead you in creating some fresh abstract pieces. We can also discuss your wider practice if you like. OR we can just sit quietly and paint! :-)

 

NOTE: my studio is in an old industrial building and is not recommended for people with dust allergies. 

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BOOKING DETAILS:

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This booking is for ONE person and cannot be split between multiple people. 

 

To ensure my safety and respect of the studio, bookings will only be accepted by people I know or am acquainted with. If you have friends who may be interested, please ask them to get in touch with me and introduce themselves first. :) 

 

Currently available dates:​

• Friday 29 May

• Saturday 30 May

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Timeslots / Prices

11am - 3pm (4 hours) = $300

11am - 4pm (5 hours) = $350

11am - 5pm (6 hours) = $400

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BRING

• All of your own art supplies

• An easel if you need it (otherwise you can paint at my desk)

• Any work/s you'd like to discuss

• Headphones (if you like listening to music)

• Lunch, and any drinks you need (though we are right by heaps of cafes and a supermarket)

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PLEASE KEEP IN MIND

This is an invitation into a working studio in the heart of industrial Brunswick, and is not a 'paint and sip' type experience, but an opportunity to experience the environment of a working artist. Wear your grotty clothes, and dress for roughly the outdoor temperature. The studio holds about 23 artist studios, separated by partition walls, so please note that we need to be reasonably mindful of noise as others work. 

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Presented by Grampian Brushes
Sat 12 Sept - Sun 13 Sept 2026 (2 day workshop)

9am - 4pm

Venue TBC, Halls Gap, VIC 3381

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Wanting to explore the genre of abstraction? Join abstract painter Charlotte Ivey in a two day workshop that will empower your intuition, allowing you to more confidently articulate your own way of seeing.

 

We'll start with exercises that shake loose old habits, freeing up thinking and risk-taking. Then, using image references from real life as prompts, we’ll explore composition, tone, and colour to create unique abstract paintings. Editing tricks will be provided to help you maximise your own problem-solving abilities. Repeat students will be provided with extension tasks and fresh reference imagery.

 

This workshop is friendly to all levels of experience, for both acrylic and oil painters.

 

(Note: credit vouchers direct from Charlotte are not redeemeable for this workshop).

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Presented by Grampian Brushes
Mon 14 Sept - Thurs 17 Sept 2026 (4 day workshop)

9am - 4pm

Venue TBC, Halls Gap, VIC 3381

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Students are invited to bring a body of their past work (5-15 pieces) for this workshop for personal reference. This past work may be across any genre of painting (abstract or not) where some element of success or enthusiasm has been reached. Wanting a deep-dive into abstract artistry?

 

Join painter Charlotte Ivey in this four day workshop that will empower your intuition, develop your confidence, and help you refine your vision as an independent artist. We'll start with exercises that shake loose old habits, freeing up thinking and risk-taking. Repeat students will be provided with extension tasks and fresh reference imagery. Then, using provided image references OR your past paintings (abstract or non-abstract) as prompts, we’ll explore composition, tone, and colour to create unique abstract paintings. Editing tricks will be provided to help you maximise your own problem-solving abilities. Repeat students will be provided with extension tasks and fresh reference imagery. As we build a body of work, we will delve deeper into independent decision-making. We'll discuss how to integrate new learning into existing portfolios of work, identifying emerging styles, themes, and creative roadblocks.

 

This workshop aims to strengthen each student's individual practice- whether they continue in the genre of abstraction or not. Charlotte always aims to create a fun and supportive space where students can feel comfortable in experimenting. Friendly to both acrylic and oil painters. Levels: Intermediate/Experienced.​

(Note: credit vouchers direct from Charlotte are not redeemeable for this workshop).