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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Art, Laughter & A Splash Of Talent With Anne Walsh

Hailing from Townsville, Anne Walsh of Anne Walsh Fine Art travels to Home Hill’s 170 Arts on the Avenue on the first Saturday of each month to host a wonderful Art Class to foster creativity and artistic talent.

With a love for coastal seascapes, Anne has a passion for nature and water scenes to evoke feelings of immersion and escapism through each brushstroke and her talents have been commended on several occasions. Anne’s joy of sharing art with others has led her to become a much-loved teacher, and over the past four years, she has mentored students within the Burdekin Shire privately through one-on-one classes and in workshops conducted at either the Burdekin Art Society or with the Burdekin Artisan Community Association.

“My love and passion for painting is what inspires me to help other artists with their artistic journey, and I enjoy being able to share my knowledge and techniques,” Anne explained.

“I like encouraging each artist to just enjoy the process of painting or drawing with enthusiasm and self-belief, then to see what they accomplish is inspiring.”

The Burdekin Artisans have happily welcomed Anne into their studio for the past few months where artists of all experience levels have flourished and thrived, especially those who had never picked up a brush or pencil before.

“The classes are based on each student bringing whatever they want to work on, whether it be watercolour, acrylics, drawing, pastel or oils and I help each artist individually and as a whole on composition, colour mixing, brush techniques, perspective and tonal values,” Anne outlined.

In each workshop, Anne prides herself on establishing an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere for her students to explore their creativity freely with individual guidance.

“Art is such a personal expression and can sometimes be quite daunting for those who would like to have a go but feel hesitant, so I love to make the experience fun and full of laughs,” added Anne.

“I also get to meet some beautiful, interesting and like-minded people along the way.”

On Saturday the 7th of June, Anne will teach another fantastic class from 9am to 2pm at 170 Arts on the Avenue. Bookings are essential and can be made by phoning 0497 356 355.

What: Art Class with Anne Walsh
When: Saturday the 7th of June, 9am to 2pm
Where: 170 Arts on the Avenue, Home Hill

Anne Walsh has been guiding artists of the Burdekin Shire for the past four years (Photo Supplied)
Anne's next class will be held on the 14th of June at 170 Arts on the Avenue (Photo Supplied)

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