Our Workshops
The Central Coast Watercolour Society offers a variety of opportunities for artists to grow, including regular classes and our special workshops.
Unlike our regular Beginner and Intermediate classes, our workshops are immersive 2 or 3-day experiences designed for a deeper dive into watercolour techniques. Held at The Entrance Community Centre, these workshops typically run from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm each day, unless otherwise stated.
Led by a diverse range of renowned artists from both the local area and across Australia, they provide a unique opportunity to learn from some of the best in the field. We keep our prices to members* as close to cost as possible.
Should a workshop reach full capacity, we maintain a waitlist, so you may still be able to attend if someone has to cancel due to illness or commitments.
Note: There will be a 10% charge for cancellations but if you wish to transfer to another workshop there will be no charge. Credits will be held for 12 months from date of payment.
*CCWS Membership is required to participate in our workshops.
Our Upcoming Workshops
Chan Dissanayake is a watercolour artist, tutor and judge. He is known for a sensitive, expressive approach that captures mood as much as subject. Working with fluid washes and carefully controlled transparency, his paintings allow light and colour to breath across the paper. Whether depicting landscapes, cityscapes or seascapes, Chan’s water colour style feels both reflective and alive, giving the impression of the subject with as little detail as possible.
In this exciting two day workshop, you will learn the importance and understanding of perspective and proportions, and how to allow the watercolour “to paint itself”. Chan will also incorporate plein air time.
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Dates: Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October 2026
Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm (Arrive 9:00am to allow for setting up.)
Where: The Entrance Community Centre, Cnr Oakland Ave & Norberta St. The Entrance, NSW 2250
Enquiries: Lyn, Workshop Coordinator
0400245730
lynandrews20@hotmail.comBOOKING INFORMATION
CCWS members are given priority for workshop bookings up to two months before the start date, ensuring they have the first chance to secure their spot. After this period, registration opens to non-members as well.
The cost is $250 for the 2 days for members.
Janet Hoyer-Cobb is a watercolour artist celebrated for her elegant, luminous paintings that often focus on florals, still life and carefully observed natural subjects. Her work is characterised by refined composition, delicate colours and a masterful use of transparency that allows light to glow through each layer of paint.
Janet’s paintings reflect a deep appreciation for beauty in everyday objects. In this two day workshop you will enjoy different styles and subjects, each rendered with sensitivity and technical excellence.
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Dates: Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November 2026
Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm (Arrive 9:00am to allow for setting up.)
Where: The Entrance Community Centre, Cnr Oakland Ave & Norberta St. The Entrance, NSW 2250
Enquiries: Lyn, Workshop Coordinator
0400245730
lynandrews20@hotmail.comBOOKING INFORMATION
CCWS members are given priority for workshop bookings up to two months before the start date, ensuring they have the first chance to secure their spot. After this period, registration opens to non-members as well.
The cost is $150 for the 2 days for members.
Terry Jarvis is an accomplished Australian watercolour artist whose work is celebrated for its sensitive observation of the Australian landscape and it’s distinctive use of light, colour and atmosphere.
His paintings capture the character of the Australian bush, coast and countryside, combining careful drawing with expressive washes and subtle tonal variations. Terry’s work reflects a deep appreciation of the natural environment he grew up in and demonstrates the versatility and beauty of watercolour as a medium.
This will be an exciting and inspirational three day workshop.
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Dates: Saturday 20th, Sunday 21st & Monday 22nd February 2027
Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm (Arrive 9:00am to allow for setting up.)
Where: The Entrance Community Centre, Cnr Oakland Ave & Norberta St. The Entrance, NSW 2250
Enquiries: Lyn, Workshop Coordinator
0400245730
lynandrews20@hotmail.comBOOKING INFORMATION
The cost is $350 for the 3 days.
Membership is essential to attend workshops.
Workshop 1 - Painting on Aluminium Substrate
Jude Scott is an award-winning watercolour artist from Western Australia. Her love of the natural world is her source of inspiration from landscapes and flowers to faces. In this fascinating 2 day workshop Jude will be painting on aluminium substrate which we will be supplying for all students.
A list of extra supplies needed will be sent out closer to the date.
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Dates: Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th March 2027
Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm (Arrive 9:00am to allow for setting up.)
Where: The Entrance Community Centre, Cnr Oakland Ave & Norberta St. The Entrance, NSW 2250
Enquiries: Lyn, Workshop Coordinator
0400245730
lynandrews20@hotmail.comBOOKING INFORMATION
The cost is $250 for the 2 days.
Membership is essential to attend workshops.
Workshop 2 - Painting on Stretched Paper over a Frame
Western Australia’s talented watercolour artist Jude Scott will be taking a different approach in this exciting 2 day workshop. Her work captures the beauty and atmosphere of the natural world through delicate washes and expressive brushstrokes. Whilst still using your favourite papers, this process stretches the paper over a wooden frame.
The frames will be supplied and prepared with sealer ready for the workshop. Bring your usual watercolours and paper.
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Dates: Monday 15th & Tuesday 16th March 2027
Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm (Arrive 9:00am to allow for setting up.)
Where: The Entrance Community Centre, Cnr Oakland Ave & Norberta St. The Entrance, NSW 2250
Enquiries: Lyn, Workshop Coordinator
0400245730
lynandrews20@hotmail.comBOOKING INFORMATION
The cost is $250 for the 2 days.
Membership is essential to attend workshops.
John Haycraft is an experienced tutor and workshop leader who teaches throughout Australia and overseas. Known not only for his sensitive and expressive approach to watercolour painting but also architectural illustrations. Rather than making his paintings appear overly controlled, he allows the fluid nature of watercolour to contribute to his final image bringing light and atmosphere into all of his work.
This will be an exciting and inspiring 2 day workshop.
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Dates: Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th April 2027
Time: 9:30am - 4:00pm (Arrive 9:00am to allow for setting up.)
Where: The Entrance Community Centre, Cnr Oakland Ave & Norberta St. The Entrance, NSW 2250
Enquiries: Lyn, Workshop Coordinator
0400245730
lynandrews20@hotmail.comBOOKING INFORMATION
The cost is $200 for the 2 days.
Membership is essential to attend workshops.
View and register for our upcoming workshops by clicking the image to secure your spot immediately. If you would prefer to be sent a form and/or pay by bank transfer please contact us.