FROM SEA TO TREE
GET BACK TO NATURE
A PLEIN AIR ART RETREAT IN THE GORGEOUS COASTAL TOWN OF 1770, QLD AUSTRALIA
JANUARY 16-19, 2026
I’m hosting a plein-air painting long weekend in a quiet part of Qld, just minutes from the town of 1770 - where birdsong replaces traffic and every wave, stone and tree has a story to tell.
THINK:
Daily painting demonstrations, CREATIVE learning & practice on the land guided by an award-winning landscape artist, delicious meals, good company, private cabin set in the bush not far from the ocean; just comfort, charm, and the joy of slowing down and really seeing nature with the eyes of an artist.
ENJOY:
- 3 nights self-contained cabin accommodation in a relaxing bush setting
- Optional Dinners out at local restaurants including seafood by the sea on Sunday (not included/optional).
- Creative Sunset soirees
- Creating a series of paintings and drawings on the land and sand
- A Paint & Sip style lesson creating a SIZZLING SUNSET
- Time to slow down, soak up the sights and sounds of nature
- The endless inspiration that nature has to offer
RECEIVE:
-Start up art pack
-Professional tuition, art Demonstrations & studies in nature with a multi-award-winning landscape artist.
-Time to immerse in art and nature with likeminded creatives
INCLUSIONS:
- 3 Nights private cabin accommodation at 1770 Holiday Village Park (Single or Twin available)
-Opening drinks and bush BBQ dinner
- 2 x BBQ style breakfasts and 1 x picnic lunch
-Art starter pack
- All materials
-Daily professional art tuition including step-by-step demonstrations, with an award-winning landscape artist
YOU WILL CREATE:
-2x seascape studies in acrylics
-2x Tree studies in acrylics
-1 x Sizzling Sunset - Paint & Sip Style
-A collection of Pen and ink studies in your sketchbook
NO ART EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!
Just a desire to learn and immerse yourself in nature and creativity.
WHEN: From 2pm Friday JANUARY 16th to 10am Monday 19th JANUARY 2026
WHERE: 1770, QLD, AUSTRALIA
COST: Single: $1299
Twin: $1149
NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $299 is required to secure your place. All bookings to be made by following the online ticket link. The remaining balance is not due until December 16th.
NO HOLDS on SPACES
Limited to 6 cabins - SPACES are LIMITED
Cabins can be shared with a friend or partner with TWIN share.
About Jassy
Based on the stunning Coral Coast near Bargara, QLD, Jassy is a full-time professional & multi-award-winning artist renowned for her captivating landscape work. With nearly 20 years of experience leading art tours and teaching workshops, she brings a deep well of skill, passion, and encouragement to every class.
Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or you're a seasoned artist, Jassy's classes offer something for everyone. Her Plein Air Art Retreats invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with the natural beauty that surrounds us—turning inspiration into art.
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