Painting the Harvest Table
Painting the Harvest Table
A One-Day Oil Painting Workshop with Lauren Jones
Spend a day immersed in painting, conversation, and slow Hinterland living inside the Mapleton studio of artist Lauren Jones.
Workshop Details
15 July 2026
9:30am–4:30pm
Pear Tree Gallery, Mapleton
Limited to 10 participants
All materials + banquet lunch included
Inspired by the beauty of seasonal produce, this intimate workshop explores the art of still life painting through Lauren's expressive alla prima approach. Working from thoughtfully arranged harvest-inspired compositions, participants will learn to capture the colour, form, and quiet poetry found in everyday objects.
Throughout the day, Lauren will share her process for simplifying complex subjects, mixing luminous colour, creating strong tonal relationships, and bringing life and movement to a painting through confident brushwork.
Suitable for beginners through to experienced painters, the workshop offers a balance of practical instruction, demonstrations, and individual guidance within a relaxed and encouraging studio environment.
From heirloom tomatoes and citrus to market vegetables and gathered treasures, participants will explore how ordinary subjects can become extraordinary paintings. Through observation, colour, and composition, you'll learn to create work that feels both vibrant and deeply personal.
By the end of the day, each participant will complete a series of studies and a small finished oil painting to take home.
With only ten places available, the workshop is intentionally personal, relaxed, and highly immersive.
The experience includes all artist materials, refreshments, and a shared banquet lunch at Mapleton Public House.
More than simply lunch, the banquet is part of the experience itself. Known for its seasonal, farm-led approach to food and spectacular Hinterland setting, Mapleton Public House celebrates the connection between land, community, and the table. Guests will enjoy a long, leisurely feast showcasing local produce and thoughtful cooking, a perfect complement to a day spent observing, creating, and slowing down.
A day to celebrate colour, seasonality, and the beauty of everyday things.
Held only once or twice each year.
Included
Full-day oil painting workshop
All premium artist materials provided
Canvas and preparatory studies
Seasonal fruit and vegetable still life arrangements
Morning refreshments
Shared banquet lunch at Mapleton Public House
Small group experience (maximum 10 participants)
Cancellation policy:
Cancellations made 14 days or more before the workshop start date will receive a full refund or the option to transfer to a future workshop.
Cancellations made 7–13 days before the workshop will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations made less than 7 days before the workshop are non-refundable, but you may transfer your spot to another person if you notify me in advance.
Cancellations by the Organizer:
In the unlikely event that I need to cancel or reschedule the workshop, you will receive a full refund or the option to transfer your booking to a future date.
By booking a workshop, you agree to these terms. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.