Join contemporary landscape painter Ross Laurie on a 10 day painting adventure and wilderness experience in the remote East Kimberley

EAST KIMBERLEY: FAR NORTH WESTERN AUSTRALIA (JULY 20 - 29, 2027)
The Kimberley region, in Western Australia, is the stuff of Outback dreams. An ancient landscape covering hundreds of thousands of square kilometres, the Kimberley is one of the most ancient places in Australia. The remote proximity and isolation of the Kimberley only adds to the complex beauty of its landscape. One of Australia’s last frontiers, the Kimberley is a land of remote and spectacular scenery made up of a huge central plateau of dissected sandstone ranges and an extensive limestone range, formed from an ancient barrier reef. Here you'll find majestic canyons, freshwater swimming holes and several outback stations, as well as one of Australia's greatest 4WD road trips.

ABOUT THE ARTIST - ROSS LAURIE
Artist Ross Laurie and his wife, artist Myfanwy Gulliver, live on a farm in Walcha, on the Northern Tablelands of NSW and the Victorian town of Daylesford. Outback Australia and it’s rugged landscape have inspired his large, chromatically warm and dynamic landscapes. Ross produces an impressive variety of images, from small charcoal sketches to densely worked studies in oil stick, to large oils on canvas.

Ross has been exhibiting in solo and selected group shows since 1981 in commercial and regional galleries around Australia. He was part of the group of 13 high profile Australian Artists who went to Fowlers Gap Research Station in 2012 with Artist Profile Magazine. Primarily a painter, he has been teaching painting and drawing for 35 years. His work is a response to the country on and around his farm at Walcha, in northern NSW. Ross Laurie is represented by King Street Gallery, Sydney and Edwina Corlette Gallery in Brisbane.

YOUR HOST | KERRI AINSWORTH

Kerri Ainsworth (set designer, installation artist and traveller), was inspired by her passion for art and travel to design creative adventures for people, like herself, looking for a more authentic and immersive travel experience. Her background is in film, television and events as a Production Designer, Artist and Creative Director. The scope of her practice included designing and project managing the fabrication and installation of large-scale artworks and environments for Special Events and Public Spaces. Kerri has a Masters Degree in Design from the University of NSW, specialising in Public Art Installation, Event Design and Sustainable Practice

LANDSCAPE PAINTING EXPEDITION

This 10 day outback expedition focuses on getting a feel for the landscape through exploration both by driving through the country and painting and drawing directly from nature. Participants will improve their skills under the guidance of artist and experienced educator, Ross Laurie. During the workshop, Ross will expose the students to a variety of ideas and approaches with a mix of one-on-one tuition, demonstrations and informal discussions over meals in the evenings. Non painting partners are very welcome.

KUNUNURRA

Kununurra  is the gateway town to the East Kimberley, and a great place to begin our adventure. The area is home to ancient landscapes, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, strangely shaped boab trees and gorgeous swimming holes. It’s easy to see why the name means "Big Water" in the language of local Aboriginal people, who have roamed this landscape for thousands of years. From here our 4WD adventure begins.

ACCOMMODATION - KIMBERLEYLAND WATERFRONT HP

You will be staying for 9 nights in a cottage overlooking the Ord River. There is a choice of Deluxe Waterfront Villas, 2-bedroom Cabins with Waterviews (1 bathroom) or Poolside Ensuite Cabins. All have airconditioning.

NOTE:

Participants on ART Travel Adventures workshops should bring a spirit of flexibility and adventure. Itineraries can be subject to local change and unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be involved in art making every day.

Art Travel Adventures Pty Ltd

Phone: +61 (0) 417 033233
info@arttraveladventures.com.au