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Wildflower Weekend
Perenjori & Karara Rangeland Park - Friday 11 to Sunday 13 September 2020
Tour Overview:
Immerse yourself in the raw natural beauty and discover the pioneering history of Western Australia’s wildflower country on this two day ‘en plein air’ painting weekend. We travel to the midwest town of Perenjori located 350km north of Perth in the heart of wildflower country and gateway to the Karara Rangeland Park.
Join us on an outdoor painting experience you’ll never forget. Suitable for the everyone, from the complete beginner to the accomplished artist. You will receive as much technique and creative help as you need. We’ll share some breathtaking secret locations where you’ll be captivated by the sheer beauty of the landscape, as it comes alive with vibrant colours. Capture the subtle hues and flourishing blooms, paint expansive carpets of everlastings and immortalise what you see on canvas.
We will visit two very special locations in the Karara Rangeland Park where you’ll be able to hone your artistic skills. We will help you frame your interpretation of the scenery at each location and provide individual tuition and advice on composition, colour mixing, techniques and more. We make it easy for you by providing all the materials you need. You will be guided through the steps to create at least two truly unique artworks.
NOTE: Roads within the Karara Rangeland Park are mostly unsealed and vary in condition. Some roads are 4WD only.
Cost and Inclusions:
$650 per person. Minimum numbers must be reached before the tour is confirmed.
Two days of painting ‘en plein air’ with all equipment supplied plus individual tuition including composition, colour mixing, techniques and more.
Comfortable single accommodation with ensuite for 2 nights (arrive Friday 11th September, depart Sunday 13th September)
Continental style breakfasts - Saturday and Sunday
Packed Lunch - Saturday and Sunday
Morning Tea - Saturday and Sunday
Welcome dinner on Friday night (one complimentary drink included)
Transport:
The tour is self-drive. We will travel in convoy to our painting locations within the Karara Rangeland Park. Roads within the Park are mostly unsealed and vary in condition. Some roads are 4WD only.
Accommodation:
Perenjori Caravan Park, otherwise known as ‘The Best Kept Secret in the West’ will be our home for the weekend.
Your basic but comfortable accommodation at ‘the village’ is well equipped with king single bed, an ensuite, refrigerator, air conditioning and TV. There is a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities on site.
Twin accommodation in a one bedroomed chalet on request (extra charges apply), subject to availability .
Food:
Daily continental style breakfast provided including cereal, toast, fruit, yoghurt, tea & coffee.
Packed lunch is provided each day. A selection of salads, meats, cheese, spreads and bread will be laid out for you at breakfast to make your own lunch just as you like it. We will provide suitable containers and carry for you.
We will also carry tea, coffee and cake for morning tea. Fruit and muesli bars will also be available for you to take with you.
A welcome BBQ dinner with a complimentary glass of beer, wine or soft drink on arrival included on the first night, where can all get to know one another. We will serve a selection of meats and vegetarian options together with salads and bread together and dessert to finish.
Apart from a complimentary drink on the first night, alcohol is not provided but you are welcome to BYO.
Please let us know of any dietary requirements when you book – we are happy to cater to a variety of dietary needs.
ITINERARY
Friday 11 September 2020
Self drive to Perenjori Caravan Park, Perenjori – 350km north of Perth in the heart of the wildflower country.
7.00pm Welcome BBQ with a complimentary glass of beer, wine or soft drink.
8.00pm Preliminary skills session including tips for en plein air painting techniques, colour mixing, composition and more.
Saturday 12 September 2020
7.30am Continental style breakfast
8.30am Depart in convoy to our first painting destination in the Karara Rangeland Park (Note: Some roads are 4WD only)
En Plein Air Painting Session - we provide everything you need:
Portable ‘en plein air’ box art easels, stretched canvas, acrylic paints, palette and brushes.
10.30am Morning tea
1.00pm Lunch
4.00pm Return to accommodation
Evening: Optional - Dinner has been arranged at the Perenjori hotel (at your own expense) or you can make your own arrangements.
Sunday 13 September 2020
7.30am Continental style breakfast
8.30am Depart in convoy to our second painting destination in the Karara Rangeland Park (Note: Some roads are 4WD only)
En Plein Air Painting Session - we provide everything you need:
Portable ‘en plein air’ box art easels, stretched canvas, acrylic paints, palette and brushes.
10.30am Morning Tea
1.00pm Lunch
2.30pm Self-drive back to Perth
What to bring:
Sunscreen and hat
Water bottle.
A small stool is provided but you are welcome to bring along your own.
Personal belongings for an overnight stay.
What to wear:
An apron is provided but wear clothes that you don’t mind getting paint on. Although acrylic paints are water-soluble, some pigments can be difficult to remove.
Weather appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear suited to walking.
Appropriate for:
Adults only. All levels – Suitable for the complete beginner to the accomplished artist.
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