Learn how to paint a magpie with experienced artist and tutor Lesley Wallington!

• Date: 12 or 13 September 2026
  
• Days/Times: Saturday or Sunday 9.30am – 4.00pm
• Venue: NatureArt Lab Studio, M16 Artspace, 21 Blaxland Crescent, Griffith 

About the workshop:

During this special one-day workshop you will have an opportunity to understand the magpie's character and anatomy, develop your use of pencil techniques for quick sketches and transfer of a drawing. You will also learn basic watercolour techniques, colour mixing, as well as how to create light and shade with transparent layering. By the end of the day you will create a completed beautiful magpie artwork!

Suitable for beginners and intermediate level students.


About the tutor:

Lesley Wallington is a professional, award-winning artist and tutor with more than 30 years’ teaching experience. Her journey in water based media, through studies at the ANU School of Art has resulted in innovative approaches to her painting and competency across a range of mediums. With a background in Biology, Ecology and Mathematics Lesley brings together in her work, a love of art, science and nature.

As a teacher Lesley combines theory and technical advice with straightforward practical instruction in working with watercolour, gouache, pencil, ink and collage. With in-depth knowledge of her mediums and extensive experience teaching all age groups and levels, Lesley has the ability to inspire and direct a class while encouraging the unique style of individual students.

NatureArt Lab Awards

2022, Telstra Best of Business Award Winner for Promoting Sustainability, ACT; and National Finalist Award

2024, Telstra Best of Business Award Winner for Building Communities, ACT; and National Finalist Award

2025, Telstra Best of Business Award Finalist for Promoting Sustainability, ACT; and Finalist for Accelerating Women, ACT

2025, Awards Australia Semi-Finalist for Connecting Communities, NSW and ACT; and Semi-Finalist for Small Business Award NSW and ACT.