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Reminder: MTAS Monthly Demo Meeting – Watercolours with Jeff Eyles, 10th June 2025

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Monthly Demonstration Meeting
with Jeff Eyles, Watercolours
 7.30pm, 10th June 2025

Reminding all that Jeff Eyles will demonstrate for our next monthly meeting on Tuesday, 10th June 2025, at 7:30pm in the Stan Stevens Room, Deerubbin Centre, Windsor.

Jeff will be sharing his expertise in watercolour painting techniques.

Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings to view an inspirational artist at work each month, as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.

Cost is $5 at the door. Supper is provided and please remember to park outside due to early car park closure.

About Jeff Eyles:

Jeff has always been an artist at heart, spending countless happy weekends creating art while balancing a professional career. After retiring, he undertook formal training at TAFE, allowing him to immerse himself more fully in his artistic journey.

Working primarily in watercolour and oils, Jeff also explores linocut printmaking and etching. A keen en plein air painter, he enjoys working outdoors—capturing scenes directly from nature and urban landscapes—a skill he has refined over many years.

He is especially drawn to the play of light and shadow in his subjects. The focus of his art lies in the illumination that brings each scene to life, as well as the memories and impressions gathered from his many travels. Jeff strives to create artworks that are visually exquisite and is particularly fulfilled when a viewer finds something moving and beautiful in his work.

Jeff is a committed member of the Macquarie Towns Arts Society and was a category prize winner in both 2020 and 2021. Based in the Nepean District of Sydney, at the base of the Blue Mountains, he also serves as Secretary of the Nepean Art Society.

He exhibits regularly with MTAS, Nepean, and other art societies, as well as in group and solo exhibitions throughout Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains. His work is held in private collections in Australia, England, and the United States.

Jeff’s artworks are available at Cobbitty Gallery and online via Bluethumb.

You can see more of his works here:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jeffeylesartist
Instagram: www.instagram.com/jeffeylesart/

For enquiries about this demonstration, please phone Functions Officer: Josephine 0411 339 017.

Look forward to seeing you there!

#MTAS #MacquarieTownsArtsSociety #JeffEyles #JeffEylesArt #JeffEylesPaintings #AustralianArtist #SydneyArtist #Watercolour #WatercolourPainting #Watercolours #AUartist #MTASDemoMeeting

MTAS Monthly Demo Meeting – Watercolours with Jeff Eyles, 10th June 2025

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Monthly Demonstration Meeting
with Jeff Eyles, Watercolours
 7.30pm, 10th June 2025

We are pleased to have Jeff Eyles demonstrating for our next monthly meeting on Tuesday, 10th June 2025, at 7:30pm in the Stan Stevens Room, Deerubbin Centre, Windsor.

Jeff will be sharing his expertise in watercolour painting techniques.

Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings to view an inspirational artist at work each month, as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.

Cost is $5 at the door. Supper is provided and please remember to park outside due to early car park closure.

About Jeff Eyles:

Jeff has always been an artist at heart, spending countless happy weekends creating art while balancing a professional career. After retiring, he undertook formal training at TAFE, allowing him to immerse himself more fully in his artistic journey.

Working primarily in watercolour and oils, Jeff also explores linocut printmaking and etching. A keen en plein air painter, he enjoys working outdoors—capturing scenes directly from nature and urban landscapes—a skill he has refined over many years.

He is especially drawn to the play of light and shadow in his subjects. The focus of his art lies in the illumination that brings each scene to life, as well as the memories and impressions gathered from his many travels. Jeff strives to create artworks that are visually exquisite and is particularly fulfilled when a viewer finds something moving and beautiful in his work.

Jeff is a committed member of the Macquarie Towns Arts Society and was a category prize winner in both 2020 and 2021. Based in the Nepean District of Sydney, at the base of the Blue Mountains, he also serves as Secretary of the Nepean Art Society.

He exhibits regularly with MTAS, Nepean, and other art societies, as well as in group and solo exhibitions throughout Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains. His work is held in private collections in Australia, England, and the United States.

Jeff’s artworks are available at Cobbitty Gallery and online via Bluethumb.

You can see more of his works here:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jeffeylesartist
Instagram: www.instagram.com/jeffeylesart/

For enquiries about this demonstration, please phone Functions Officer: Josephine 0411 339 017.

Look forward to seeing you there!

#MTAS #MacquarieTownsArtsSociety #JeffEyles #JeffEylesArt #JeffEylesPaintings #AustralianArtist #SydneyArtist #Watercolour #WatercolourPainting #Watercolours #AUartist #MTASDemoMeeting

Reminder: MTAS Monthly Demo Meeting – Portrait in Oil Pastels with David Newman-White, 13th May 2025

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Monthly Demonstration Meeting
with David Newman-White, Portrait in Oil Pastels
 7.30pm, 13th May 2025

A reminder to all that the esteemed artist David Newman-White will be joining us for our next monthly meeting on Tuesday, 13th May 2025, at 7:30 PM in the Stan Stevens Room, Deerubbin Centre, Windsor.

David will showcase his expertise and demonstrate techniques for portrait painting in oil pastels.

PLEASE NOTE! On the night of the Meeting, those who wish to enter go into a draw, and a lucky attendee will be selected to sit for David’s live portrait demonstration. The winner will not only be featured in the artwork but will also be given the finished portrait to take home! (You are very welcome to attend and not enter the draw as well).

Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings to view an inspirational artist at work each month, as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.

Cost is $5 at the door. Supper is provided and please remember to park outside due to early car park closure.

About David Newman-White:

David Newman-White is a highly acclaimed Australian visual artist and educator with over 34 years of teaching experience. He has taught at a range of institutions including East Sydney, Liverpool, Penrith and Seaforth TAFE, The Gallery School at Meadowbank, Nepean Art and Design Centre, Western Sydney Institute, and the Norman Lindsay Gallery and Museum (National Trust).

His work has been exhibited both across Australia and internationally, including in New York, Oregon, and Switzerland.

Drawing inspiration from Renaissance and Baroque traditions, David continues to create impactful large-scale works, most recently for the Lithgow Baptist Church.

Born in Nowra in 1952, David holds multiple qualifications in visual arts and education, including a Master of Arts (Hons) from the University of Western Sydney. He now lives and paints in the Blue Mountains with his wife.

You can see more of his works here:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/paintyourportrait/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/davidnewmanwhite/
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@davidnewmanwhite

You can also watch this interview about his experiences and approach to art: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTKJWpLk86Y

For enquiries about this demonstration, please phone Functions Officer: Josephine 0411 339 017.

Look forward to seeing you there!

#MTAS #MacquarieTownsArtsSociety #DavidNewmanWhite #DavidNewmanWhiteArt #DavidNewmanWhitePaintings #AustralianArtist #SydneyArtist #Portraits #OilPastelsPainting #OilPastels #AUartist #MTASDemoMeeting

MTAS Monthly Demo Meeting – Portrait in Oil Pastels with David Newman-White, 13th May 2025

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Monthly Demonstration Meeting
with David Newman-White, Portrait in Oil Pastels
 7.30pm, 13th May 2025

We are excited to have esteemed artist David Newman-White for our next monthly meeting on Tuesday, 13th May 2025, 7:30pm at the Stan Stevens Room, Deerubbin Center Windsor.

David will showcase his expertise and demonstrate techniques for portrait painting in oil pastels.

PLEASE NOTE! On the night of the Meeting, those who wish to enter go into a draw, and a lucky attendee will be selected to sit for David’s live portrait demonstration. The winner will not only be featured in the artwork but will also be given the finished portrait to take home! (You are very welcome to attend and not enter the draw as well).

Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings to view an inspirational artist at work each month, as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.

Cost is $5 at the door. Supper is provided and please remember to park outside due to early car park closure.

About David Newman-White:

David Newman-White is a highly acclaimed Australian visual artist and educator with over 34 years of teaching experience. He has taught at a range of institutions including East Sydney, Liverpool, Penrith and Seaforth TAFE, The Gallery School at Meadowbank, Nepean Art and Design Centre, Western Sydney Institute, and the Norman Lindsay Gallery and Museum (National Trust).

His work has been exhibited both across Australia and internationally, including in New York, Oregon, and Switzerland.

Drawing inspiration from Renaissance and Baroque traditions, David continues to create impactful large-scale works, most recently for the Lithgow Baptist Church.

Born in Nowra in 1952, David holds multiple qualifications in visual arts and education, including a Master of Arts (Hons) from the University of Western Sydney. He now lives and paints in the Blue Mountains with his wife.

You can see more of his works here:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/paintyourportrait/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/davidnewmanwhite/
Youtube: www.youtube.com/@davidnewmanwhite

You can also watch this interview about his experiences and approach to art: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTKJWpLk86Y

For enquiries about this demonstration, please phone Functions Officer: Josephine 0411 339 017.

Look forward to seeing you there!

#MTAS #MacquarieTownsArtsSociety #DavidNewmanWhite #DavidNewmanWhiteArt #DavidNewmanWhitePaintings #AustralianArtist #SydneyArtist #Portraits #OilPastelsPainting #OilPastels #AUartist #MTASDemoMeeting

Reminder: MTAS Monthly Demo Meeting – Water Based Oil Painting with Bob Gurney, 8th April 2025

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Monthly Demonstration Meeting
with Bob Gurney –Water Based Oil Painting
 7.30pm, 8th April 2025

A reminder to all that that we will welcome Bob Gurney for our next monthly meeting on Tuesday, 8th April 2025, 7:30pm at the Stan Stevens Room, Deerubbin Center Windsor.

In his demonstration, Bob will showcase his expertise and demonstrate techniques for creating water based oil paintings.

Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings to view an inspirational artist at work each month, as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.

Cost is $5 at the door. Supper is provided and please remember to park outside due to early car park closure.

About Bob Gurney:

Bob Gurney is a well-respected, multi-award-winning artist whose work is collected both in Australia and overseas by private collectors and businesses. He is known for his strong skills in painting and is often invited to do private commissions, demonstrations, and workshops for art groups and community organisations.

Bob teaches art locally in his Camden studio, helping students develop their skills and confidence. For 15 years, until early 2012, he also ran his ArtCare Courier Service business, supporting artists with their framing and artwork transportation needs.

He has a deep passion for painting outdoors, known as “en plein air,” and enjoys capturing landscapes whenever he has the chance.

For enquiries about this demonstration, please phone President Satya at 0483 895 098.

Look forward to seeing you there!

#MTAS #MacquarieTownsArtsSociety #BobGurney #BobGurneyArt #BobGurneyPaintings #AustralianArtist #SydneyArtist #OilPainting #WaterBasedOilPainting #AUartist #MTASDemoMeeting

MTAS Monthly Demo Meeting – Water Based Oil Painting with Bob Gurney, 8th April 2025

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Monthly Demonstration Meeting
with Bob Gurney –Water Based Oil Painting
 7.30pm, 8th April 2025

We welcome Bob Gurney for our next monthly meeting on April 8th 2025, 7:30pm at the Stan Stevens Room, Deerubbin Center Windsor.

In his demonstration, Bob will showcase his expertise and demonstrate techniques for creating water based oil paintings.

Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings to view an inspirational artist at work each month, as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.

Cost is $5 at the door. Supper is provided and please remember to park outside due to early car park closure.

About Bob Gurney:

Bob Gurney is a well-respected, multi-award-winning artist whose work is collected both in Australia and overseas by private collectors and businesses. He is known for his strong skills in painting and is often invited to do private commissions, demonstrations, and workshops for art groups and community organisations.

Bob teaches art locally in his Camden studio, helping students develop their skills and confidence. For 15 years, until early 2012, he also ran his ArtCare Courier Service business, supporting artists with their framing and artwork transportation needs.

He has a deep passion for painting outdoors, known as “en plein air,” and enjoys capturing landscapes whenever he has the chance.

For enquiries about this demonstration, please phone President Satya at 0483 895 098.

Look forward to seeing you there!

#MTAS #MacquarieTownsArtsSociety #BobGurney #BobGurneyArt #BobGurneyPaintings #AustralianArtist #SydneyArtist #OilPainting #WaterBasedOilPainting #AUartist #MTASDemoMeeting

Reminder: MTAS Monthly Demo Meeting – Still Life in Oils with Vivienne McDonald, 11th March 2025

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Monthly Demonstration Meeting
with Vivienne McDonald – Still Life in Oils
 7.30pm, 11th March 2025

Reminding all that we will have Vivienne McDonald for our monthly meeting tomorrow, March 11th, 7:30pm at the Stan Stevens Room, Deerubbin Center Windsor.

In her demonstration, Vivienne will showcase her expertise and demonstrate techniques for creating still life paintings in oils.

Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings to view an inspirational artist at work each month, as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.

Cost is $5 at the door. Supper is provided and please remember to park outside due to early car park closure.

About Vivienne McDonald:

Vivienne McDonald is a passionate artist whose journey has evolved from decades of design into a deep love for painting. She now create art for the sheer joy it brings.

Inspired by Sydney’s sparkling harbour and beaches, she loves painting the Australian bush, captivated by its endless nuances of colour and light.

Working in oils, watercolours, and drawing, she strives to create impressionistic landscapes, vibrant still lifes, and delicate drawings of loved and found objects. Spending time with fellow painters and sharing her experience through workshops and classes has become a true delight.

Having taken various classes, Vivienne furthered her studies in oil and watercolour painting at the Royal Art Society of NSW. She is now a Fellow (F.R.A.S) and a member of the R.A.S. Council.

You can find more of her work on her socials:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/VivienneMcDonald.Artwork
Instagram: www.instagram.com/viviennemcdonald.art
Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@viviennemcdonald.art

For enquiries about this demonstration, please phone President Satya at 0483 895 098.

Look forward to seeing you there!

#MTAS #MacquarieTownsArtsSociety #VivienneMcdonald #VivienneArt #ViviennePaintings #AustralianArtist #SydneyArtist #ImpressionistArt #OilPainting #WatercolourArt #StillLifePainting #LandscapeArt #AUartist #MTASDemoMeeting

MTAS Monthly Demo Meeting – Still Life in Oils with Vivienne McDonald, 11th March 2025

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Monthly Demonstration Meeting
with Vivienne McDonald – Still Life in Oils
 7.30pm, 11th March 2025

We are looking forward to welcoming Vivienne McDonald for our monthly meeting on March 11th, 7:30pm at the Stan Stevens Room, Deerubbin Center Windsor.

In her demonstration, Vivienne will showcase her expertise and demonstrate techniques for creating still life paintings in oils.

Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings to view an inspirational artist at work each month, as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.

Cost is $5 at the door. Supper is provided and please remember to park outside due to early car park closure.

About Vivienne McDonald:

Vivienne McDonald is a passionate artist whose journey has evolved from decades of design into a deep love for painting. She now create art for the sheer joy it brings.

Inspired by Sydney’s sparkling harbour and beaches, she loves painting the Australian bush, captivated by its endless nuances of colour and light.

Working in oils, watercolours, and drawing, she strives to create impressionistic landscapes, vibrant still lifes, and delicate drawings of loved and found objects. Spending time with fellow painters and sharing her experience through workshops and classes has become a true delight.

Having taken various classes, Vivienne furthered her studies in oil and watercolour painting at the Royal Art Society of NSW. She is now a Fellow (F.R.A.S) and a member of the R.A.S. Council.

You can find more of her work on her socials:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/VivienneMcDonald.Artwork
Instagram: www.instagram.com/viviennemcdonald.art
Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@viviennemcdonald.art

For enquiries about this demonstration, please phone President Satya at 0483 895 098.

Look forward to seeing you there!

#MTAS #MacquarieTownsArtsSociety #VivienneMcdonald #VivienneArt #ViviennePaintings #AustralianArtist #SydneyArtist #ImpressionistArt #OilPainting #WatercolourArt #StillLifePainting #LandscapeArt #AUartist #MTASDemoMeeting

Reminder: MTAS Monthly Demo Meeting – Nature Drawings with Patrick Shirvington, 11th February 2025

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Monthly Demonstration Meeting
with Patrick Shirvington – Nature Drawings
 7.30pm, 11th February 2025

Reminder: Our first monthly meeting of 2025 with Patrick Shirvington will be held on February 11th at 7:30 PM in the Stan Stevens Room, Deerubbin Centre, Windsor. We look forward to seeing you all there!

In his demonstration, Patrick will share his expertise and techniques for creating captivating and intricate nature drawings.

Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings to view an inspirational artist at work each month, as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.

Cost is $5 at the door. Supper is provided and please remember to park outside due to early car park closure.

About Patrick Shirvington:

Patrick Shirvington is an artist and illustrator born in Sydney, who began painting at the age of 14. Influenced by cartoonist Brodie Mack and artist Lloyd Rees, Patrick travelled to Paris in the early 1970s, where he attended drawing classes and exhibited his work in London.

Since then, he has dedicated himself to being a full-time artist, using drawing as a tool for exploration and inspiration in his creative process. He has illustrated six books and contributed to several art publications.

Throughout his career, Patrick has been invited to present at drawing conferences in Australia, London, and New York. His work is held in permanent collections including Macquarie University, the NSW State Library, the Kedumba Drawing Collection, the Edogawa Museum in Osaka, Japan, the Arthur Boyd Bundanon Collection, New Frontier Publishing in London, and the Hawkesbury Regional Gallery.

For enquiries about this demonstration, please phone Leigh at 0401 228 624.

Look forward to seeing you there!

#MTAS #MacquarieTownsArtsSociety #PatrickShirvington #DemoMeeting #PatrickShirvingtonDemo #Patrick ShirvingtonArtworks #AUartist #MTASDemoMeeting

MTAS Monthly Demo Meeting – Nature Drawings with Patrick Shirvington, 11th February 2025

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Monthly Demonstration Meeting
with Patrick Shirvington – Nature Drawings
 7.30pm, 11th February 2025

We are looking forward to welcoming Patrick Shirvington for our first monthly meeting of 2025 on February 11th, 7:30pm at the Stan Stevens Room, Deerubbin Center Windsor.

In his demonstration, Patrick will share his expertise and techniques for creating captivating and intricate nature drawings.

Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings to view an inspirational artist at work each month, as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.

Cost is $5 at the door. Supper is provided and please remember to park outside due to early car park closure.

About Patrick Shirvington:

Patrick Shirvington is an artist and illustrator born in Sydney, who began painting at the age of 14. Influenced by cartoonist Brodie Mack and artist Lloyd Rees, Patrick travelled to Paris in the early 1970s, where he attended drawing classes and exhibited his work in London.

Since then, he has dedicated himself to being a full-time artist, using drawing as a tool for exploration and inspiration in his creative process. He has illustrated six books and contributed to several art publications.

Throughout his career, Patrick has been invited to present at drawing conferences in Australia, London, and New York. His work is held in permanent collections including Macquarie University, the NSW State Library, the Kedumba Drawing Collection, the Edogawa Museum in Osaka, Japan, the Arthur Boyd Bundanon Collection, New Frontier Publishing in London, and the Hawkesbury Regional Gallery.

For enquiries about this demonstration, please phone Leigh at 0401 228 624.

Look forward to seeing you there!

#MTAS #MacquarieTownsArtsSociety #PatrickShirvington #DemoMeeting #PatrickShirvingtonDemo #Patrick ShirvingtonArtworks #AUartist #MTASDemoMeeting

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