Waterways of Metung
Metung Information
6 Days and 7 nights
en plein air
Pastel & Watercolour tutors
Australian Tour Autumn 2027
Sat April 17 to Sat April 24
Simply send us the booking form by email to register your interest.
We will arrive in Metung on Saturday April 17th and booking out on Saturday 24th April.
We are staying together in apartments just 700 meters from the Metung Village
Option including Accommodation
We will secure your booking with your deposit. ($260 per person)
This will be your up front booking amount.
Please note This tiny fine print:- In case of cancellation this deposit is not refundable but may be applied to any PDU art paintaway within two years.
Our 4* accommodation has private bedrooms, either with an ensuite or with one bathroom per two people and a separate toilet, a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, lounge and parking.
Guests will take advantage of being able to relax with artists who love to paint and take advantage of the daily hints and demos and enjoy the beauty of the Tambo River, Chinaman's Creek, East Gippsland Jetties, rolling hills, Jetties and rivercraft or yachts on quiet moorings, big skies, abundant birdlife and much more.
There will be the relaxed gatherings to watch demonstrations in house but more en plein air. You will be shown hints on how to improve your paintings.
You have the freedom to visit the many restaurants nearby or prepare your own meals or byo meals at the spacious and clean Edgewater Terraces.
There is much to explore and you will have one half personal day to personalise your visit however you choose - exploring, visiting the Metung Hot Springs, resting, finishing a painting, -it's your day....
DETAILS
- Small group
Welcome Dinner Sunday 18th, 6pm at Metung after our first day painting
10+ painting sessions including demonstrations,
individual assistance or assessments as needed
Celebration and display of all paintings Friday 23rd 4pm
Farewell Dinner Friday 23rd April
Book out Saturday morning April 24th
INCLUDED in ALL INCLUSIVE WORKSHOP FEE
private bedroom accommodation per person at our Metung accommodation, and all workshop fees, both educational and social i.e two evening dinners, one BBQ lunch, nibbles at any group meetings)
NOT INCLUDED
Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Transport to or from Metung or painting spots. (We find that people are usually happy to share a car)
Art Supplies (Please check the painting workshop material list supplied when you book your spot.)
Your personal items. There is a supermarket, chemist and medical centre nearby.
If you would like more information about this tour, please contact us.
FEE:-
All inclusive $2600 Per Painter.
FEE for
Initial deposit of $260 per person. Workshop numbers and accommodation are limited and this deposit secures your spot. Let us know if you wish to bring a non painter.
NB/ If you are planning to travel by campervan there are no caravan parks in Metung but if you travel with a caravan or motorhome you may choose to stay further afield. Two options, that travellers have recommended, both about 20 minutes from Metung are
The Nicholson River Holiday Park which is about 20 mins from Metung
915 Princes Hwy, Nicholson Ph 03 5156 8348.
OR
Koonwarra Holiday Park , 687 The Esplanade , Lakes Entrance
03 5155 1222
Please note that If you choose outside accommodation from our tour group it is completely your responsibility but we would appreciate it if you advised us of your choice and it is essential to let us know of your movements so that we can coordinate our activities daily.
The total FEE per art participant for this option is $1500, including $260 deposit.
TO BOOK YOUR SPOT
A deposit of $260 can be made by direct debit to
Westpac
Lynette Mellady and Julie Goldspink
BSB 733-243 Acc No 815093
It is essential to include your Name + Metung on your payment and send us an email with the deposit details.
to contact@paintdownunder.com
We will acknowledge your booking when we receive your receipt. .
This deposit is non refundable but if you need to cancel it can be applied to any PDU workshop within 2 years.
About Your Tutors:-
Lyn Mellady – artist, teacher, mentor and art judge. Lyn is a teacher, whose travels were the start of her desire to bring home more than photos by painting en plein air - Since 1980 her work has not only won many awards and recognition, but sharing her knowledge with tutoring Australia wide including the Australian Pastel expo in 2018 and 2022 has become her perfect mix. Lyn paints the untamed land and coastal seascapes and has paintings in five government collections. As a member of Fusionsix portrait artists, their exhibition travelled to 3 regional galleries across Australia.
Lyn is a Master Pastellist with the Pastel Society of Victoria, Australia, and a Life Member, Fellow and past president of Australian Guild of Realist Artists, establishing the Australian Art Excellence Awards with the backing of Terri Dodd and Australian Artist in 2000. She is has featured in Australian Artist, International Pastel Magazine, and 8 Art Reference books. see lynmellady.com.au
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Julie Goldspink – artist, teacher and art judge travels frequently, giving workshops Australia wide. She has many followers here and internationally wide who love her watercolours and / or teaching. Tutoring in watercolour and mixed media, with extensive knowledge in most mediums, Julie loves to paint land, rivers, sea or flowers – wherever the light falls and has a long list of awards. Julie featured on Graeme Stevenson’s 'Put Some Colour in Your Life' and her teaching videos have found homes on three continents. She is a member of the prestigious Australian Watercolour Institute (AWI),a past president of the Hastings River Art Society and a Fellow of the Australian Guild of Realist Artists (AGRAF) see juliegoldspink.com.au
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Please note, choice of accommodation is allocated, strictly in the order that your booking deposit is received.
Late Cancellations after April 1 will still be required to pay full price if we cannot fill your booking.
Travel cancellation insurance is always a good option
What is included
4 star Accommodation
Edgewater Terraces apartments 2 Nicholas Ave Metung
Metung is nestled on the shores of the Gippsland Lakes. A picturesque village, approximately 3 1/2 hours from Melbourne and surrounded by water, the living and lifestyle is relaxed and casual, but with an air of style. The small village offers a mix of interesting shops and restaurants all within an easy walk of Edgewater Terraces.
Every apartment is slightly different.
Rooms are allotted in the order of payment for booking with the most appropriate matching the payment option.
You will have a private bedroom with either a large double bed or two singles.
One room has a single bed and double bed bunk. (we find this a good sleeping + storage option)
Bathrooms are shared between two rooms or there are two en-suite bathrooms.
There is a fully equipped kitchen, dining and sitting room in each apartment and laundry .
Two apartments have no stairs. Others have one flight to bedrooms.
See below for further detail
KITCHEN/LAUNDRY
Well equipped kitchen has a fridge/freezer, oven, microwave and dish washer, all have a laundry with washing machine, dryer and ironing facilities. All linen and towelling is supplied .
BEDROOM
See above...
Linen, Wardrobe or closet,
BATHROOM
Toilet paper, Additional toilet, Bath or shower, / Private bathroom, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shower.
If you would like more information about this tour, please contact us.
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Booking or enquiry form - please fill in your form and send so that we may call you if necessary or respond to your queries.
There is much to inspire an artist -some memories from our last trip
