Landscape Painting with Artist David Keeling in Rural North Eastern Tasmania

Join renowned Tasmanian Painter David Keeling for a 7day Workshop in a tiny farming community, deep in the hills of remote North East Tasmania

A 7-DAY/6-NIGHT ART EXPERIENCE AT ENCLAVE, WINNALEAH, TASMANIA (MARCH 1 - 7, 2026)
Deep in the hills of remote northeast Tasmania lies a 100 year old country hotel in the tiny township of Winnaleah, which has been lovingly restored to create a venue for artist’s retreats. It combines stunning natural landscapes with paddock-to-plate meals, with a cosy environment, luxury bedding and a painting studio space.

ABOUT THE ARTIST David Keeling is one of Tasmania's most renowned artists, known for his innovative portrayal and unique usage of figuration and narrative in the Tasmanian landscape. As an artist, he made history by winning Australia’s most lucrative award for landscape painting, the Glover Prize, for the second time in 2016.  Keeling, who lives and works in Hobart, said his winning painting is about slowing down and appreciating the beauty of place. “What has particularly fascinated me is looking deeper into the way the foliage and everything is put together. I want to go right in and understand the way the whole thing is put together.” He uses the artistic language of painting to describe the beautiful and surreal poetry of its unique environment.

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.

PAINTING & SKETCHING WORKSHOP For five days, under the guidance of artist David Keeling, you will be painting and sketching directly from nature at a variety of different locations. During the workshop, David will show you how to capture the beauty of nature, while exposing you to a variety of ideas and approaches, with a mix of teaching, demonstrations and informal discussions on art over meals in the evening. Learn a new skill or develop new ones while immersed in the beautiful surroundings. All levels of experience welcome.

ACCOMMODATION AT ENCLAVE
This is a group venue designed to create unforgettable experiences within carefully curated spaces that leave you feeling both nurtured and inspired. Enclave offers a boutique hotel featuring 10 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. Luxury linens, plush mattress toppers and luxe amenities, which make for the best night's sleep. You will enjoy carefully crafted meals, inclusive of all dietary needs, making use of Enclave's extensive kitchen garden and highlighting local produce. Enjoy the studio space (easels included), cozy lounge with open fire and outdoor fire pits. Our painting excursions include Mirror Lake, Bay of Fires and Little Blue Lake.

ITINERARY DAY 1 - SUNDAY MARCH 1 - LAUNCESTON AIRPORT
Welcome to Tasmania. At 3.30pm you will be picked up at Launceston airport or in Launceston itself and driven to Enclave, a 90 minute drive. After settling everyone into their rooms, enjoy complimentary welcome drinks by the fire and a stunning 2 course Welcome Dinner (D).

DAY 2 – MONDAY MARCH 2 – ENCLAVE, WINNELEAH Breakfast is from 7.30 – 8.30am each morning. At 9am David will give a painting demonstration in the studio, after which guests will spend the rest of the day painting and drawing around the property or the village. Lunch and dinner (6.30pm) are on site.  (B,L,D)

DAY 3 – TUESDAY MARCH 3 At 9am we will travel to Ringarooma River to spend the morning painting under David’s guidance. The workshop will consist of demonstrations and individual mentoring throughout the day. Lunch is back at the hotel and dinner in the evening is at 6.30pm. (B,L,D)

DAY 4 – WEDNESDAY MARCH 4 Today we will be painting on location at the Bay of Fires, a stunning coastal area that is a perfect combination of clean white beaches, clear azure seas and granite rocks splashed in orange lichen. Lunch is at 12.30pm on location and today we are having Fish & Chips, returning to the hotel at 4pm (90mins) for dinner. (B,D)

DAY 5 – THURSDAY MARCH 5 After breakfast today we will be taken to a local valley to spend the morning painting. Lunch will be out on location. The afternoon will be spent back at the studio. (B,L,D)

DAY 6 – FRIDAY MARCH 6 In the morning we will be driven to Little Blue Lake to paint, returning to the hotel for lunch. The afternoon will be spent in the studio, where our guest artists will display their work at the end of the day, if they wish to share their work with the group. Our dinner tonight will be at the Hub Woodfired Pizza (not included) (B,L)

DAY 7 – SATURDAY MARCH 7 After breakfast, at 9am you will be transferred to Launceston airport, arriving at around 11am. Arrange for your flight to be after midday. (B)

INCLUSIONS: • 5 days tuition with Artist/Tutor David Keeling • 6 nights accommodation at Enclave • Private transport in an air-conditioned bus • Breakfast daily, 4 lunches & 5 dinners • Artist’s Retreat - Painting Workshop • Tour hosted by ATA founder Kerri Ainsworth

EXCLUSIONS • Airfares • Travel Insurance • Meals not specified in the itinerary • Beverages including alcohol • Art Materials • Expenditure of a personal nature

A NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $500 IS REQUIRED TO CONFIRM YOUR BOOKING

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