Prefer to chat or book by phone?
Call Cassie directly on 0423 866 339 to ask questions or reserve your spot.
Saturday, November 15th, 2025
at your preferred time - 9am-1pm or 2pm-6pm
Or
Saturday, December 13th, 2025
at your preferred time - 9am-1pm or 2pm-6pm
Beginner to intermediate adults who want to learn how to create dramatic, artworks using charcoal. Students can bring their own reference image (please read below for details) or choose from supplied references.
Chiaroscuro is the ‘dance of light and dark’
A classic art technique that focuses on the dramatic use of light and shadow to create depth, volume, and a sense of three-dimensional form. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to see and render the light, midtones, and darks in your subject using charcoal, building striking contrasts and realistic shading.
By mastering chiaroscuro, even simple subjects can be transformed into dynamic, expressive artworks full of mood and dimensionality.4 hours of guided instruction on using charcoal (vine, compressed, and powder)
Guided exercises in mark-making, shading, blending, and pressure control
Image transfer using my simple cross-grid method
Chiaroscuro techniques to build depth, contrast, and form
All materials provided
Take home your finished A4 masterpiece and any exercises done within the class
Gheerulla hall - 2184 Eumundi Kenilworth Rd, Gheerulla (near Belli park)
$75 per person
I’ve studied art for as long as I can remember, learning the rules, techniques, and foundations that every artist needs. But over time I realised that knowledge alone wasn’t enough - I needed to reconnect with why I was creating in the first place. That journey led me to experiment, let go of perfection, and rediscover my own artistic voice.
For over 10 years, I’ve been painting in various mediums, and for the past 5+ years I’ve had the joy of teaching others. When I teach, I bring both sides of my experience-the technical skills I’ve studied and the freedom that comes from creating in your own way. My greatest passion is helping others not only learn how to paint but also uncover their unique style and stay true to it. For me, art isn’t just about producing a portrait—it’s about expressing yourself, enjoying the process, and creating something that feels authentically yours.
Just bring yourself! - All materials are supplied
Optional - It’s important to choose a subject you love to sketch — this makes the process much more enjoyable! If you’d like to bring your own reference image, please send a photo to me, Cassie, on 0423 866 339 (to see if it will work) Your image should be A4 in size, black and white, with strong lighting coming from one side for the best chiaroscuro effect. (Reference images are provided)
Prefer to chat or book by phone?
Call Cassie directly on 0423 866 339 to ask questions or reserve your spot.
Saturday, November 15th, 2025
at your preferred time - 9am-1pm or 2pm-6pm
Or
Saturday, December 13th, 2025
at your preferred time - 9am-1pm or 2pm-6pm
Beginner to intermediate adults who want to learn how to create dramatic, artworks using charcoal. Students can bring their own reference image (please read below for details) or choose from supplied references.
Chiaroscuro is the ‘dance of light and dark’
A classic art technique that focuses on the dramatic use of light and shadow to create depth, volume, and a sense of three-dimensional form. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to see and render the light, midtones, and darks in your subject using charcoal, building striking contrasts and realistic shading.
By mastering chiaroscuro, even simple subjects can be transformed into dynamic, expressive artworks full of mood and dimensionality.4 hours of guided instruction on using charcoal (vine, compressed, and powder)
Guided exercises in mark-making, shading, blending, and pressure control
Image transfer using my simple cross-grid method
Chiaroscuro techniques to build depth, contrast, and form
All materials provided
Take home your finished A4 masterpiece and any exercises done within the class
Gheerulla hall - 2184 Eumundi Kenilworth Rd, Gheerulla (near Belli park)
$75 per person
I’ve studied art for as long as I can remember, learning the rules, techniques, and foundations that every artist needs. But over time I realised that knowledge alone wasn’t enough - I needed to reconnect with why I was creating in the first place. That journey led me to experiment, let go of perfection, and rediscover my own artistic voice.
For over 10 years, I’ve been painting in various mediums, and for the past 5+ years I’ve had the joy of teaching others. When I teach, I bring both sides of my experience-the technical skills I’ve studied and the freedom that comes from creating in your own way. My greatest passion is helping others not only learn how to paint but also uncover their unique style and stay true to it. For me, art isn’t just about producing a portrait—it’s about expressing yourself, enjoying the process, and creating something that feels authentically yours.
Just bring yourself! - All materials are supplied
Optional - It’s important to choose a subject you love to sketch — this makes the process much more enjoyable! If you’d like to bring your own reference image, please send a photo to me, Cassie, on 0423 866 339 (to see if it will work) Your image should be A4 in size, black and white, with strong lighting coming from one side for the best chiaroscuro effect. (Reference images are provided)
