Ben paints a wide range of subject matter; anything that inspires him at the time, but his love for the Australian landscape is something that stands out.
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Ben Winspear has been teaching Art for many years.
His teaching approach is to understand the needs of each individual student and the level of their skills.
He shares a wide range of art knowledge and emphasises the important fundamentals of materials, drawing and learning how to ‘see’.
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Katrina Pullin
Photos of paintings from retreat. Pls read my review previously posted.
Katrina Pullin
Photos of paintings from retreat. Pls read my review previously posted.
Katrina Pullin
Photos of paintings from retreat. Pls read my review previously posted.
Margaret Lacey
I was totally immersed in painting during this retreat. Ben's teaching was excellent, focussing on the basics so that you can build skills and grow in your own direction. We got up at dawn every day to go painting, sometimes being under pressure to finish something before breakfast produced surprising results. Ben's energy and commitment to passing on sound techniques was infectious. I will be signing up again.
Margaret Lacey
I was totally immersed in painting during this retreat. Ben's teaching was excellent, focussing on the basics so that you can build skills and grow in your own direction. We got up at dawn every day to go painting, sometimes being under pressure to finish something before breakfast produced surprising results. Ben's energy and commitment to passing on sound techniques was infectious. I will be signing up again.
Margaret Lacey
I was totally immersed in painting during this retreat. Ben's teaching was excellent, focussing on the basics so that you can build skills and grow in your own direction. We got up at dawn every day to go painting, sometimes being under pressure to finish something before breakfast produced surprising results. Ben's energy and commitment to passing on sound techniques was infectious. I will be signing up again.
Athenie Leckey
I have completed a number of terms in Ben's 'Elements of Portraiture' class. Really enjoying the mix of having live models to paint and focusing on facial parts - noses, ears, etc.. I have loved the experience and will be back for more.
Athenie Leckey
I have completed a number of terms in Ben's 'Elements of Portraiture' class. Really enjoying the mix of having live models to paint and focusing on facial parts - noses, ears, etc.. I have loved the experience and will be back for more.
Athenie Leckey
I have completed a number of terms in Ben's 'Elements of Portraiture' class. Really enjoying the mix of having live models to paint and focusing on facial parts - noses, ears, etc.. I have loved the experience and will be back for more.
Franciska Howard
Ben is a tremendous teacher, his knowledge of art and its application is greatly appreciated as he endeavours to enlighten those around him. As a student of Ben my understanding of the principles in colour harmony, colour continuity and many other skills I have learnt with these classes have helped me as an artist on my journey of awareness. Highly recommend this class.
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Photos of paintings from retreat. Pls read my review previously posted.
Another amazing oil painting retreat with Ben Winspear at King Valley, Victoria, Australia. Ben is an extremely experienced and generous teacher, sharing his extensive knowledge with traditional oil painting craft. The location is heaven on earth, food is wholesome and delicious, accommodation basic but clean, hence the bargain low cost retreat. Being surrounded with supportive and encouraging fellow artists is also a highlight of this retreat.
The valley is beautiful, we painted all day long, the company was great (I arrived knowing no one), we were fed hearty plentiful meals and we received so much wisdom from Ben. Ben took us to all sorts of gorgeous painting spots- rivers, lakes, mountains, and cow filled fields . I am a beginner at oils and a beginner at plein-air but that didn’t matter- being surrounded by so many talented artists was wonderful and inspiring, and the general vibe was inclusivity and encouragement. The accomodation is basic and comfortable, and meals and discussions by the fireplace happened in the cosy camp hall.
A great retreat, can’t wait to go again.