Christmas can become so busy that it’s lovely to pause, take a breath and remember the reason for the season.
In this special Christmas workshop, you’ll be able to choose from numerous watercolour nativity inspirations to create a beautiful painting plus there’s time for learning some techniques to help you create.
There is something so lovely about creating a Christmas decoration with your own hands—especially one that can be brought out each year and become part of your family’s Christmas traditions.
Watercolour has a beautiful softness that suits this scene perfectly. We’ll explore washes, layering and the contrast between warm light and cool shadows, while learning how to suggest figures, fabric, timber and straw without becoming caught up in tiny details.
You don’t need to know how to draw or have any previous painting experience. I’ll show you how to build the scene from the first light sketch through to the final details, while still giving you room to make your painting your own.
When: Thursday 17 December 2026
Time: 5pm–8pm
Where: The Post & Rail, 58 Riddoch Street, Penola
Cost: $185 per person
A relaxed, fully guided three-hour watercolour workshop
All watercolour paints, brushes, quality paper and art materials
A prepared reference image and drawing guide
Your finished Nativity watercolour painting to take home
A freshly made savoury evening meal
Places are limited to keep the class personal and hands-on. Come on your own, bring a friend or gather someone you love for a peaceful and creative evening celebrating the true meaning of Christmas.
The Post & Rail is an immersive cooking, gardening and art school located at 58 Riddoch Street in the heart of Penola, just a stone’s throw from historic Petticoat Lane and the Mary MacKillop Penola Centre. We are also on the doorstep of the renowned Coonawarra wine region, home to an exceptional collection of cellar doors and wineries.
Set within the beautiful heritage-listed former Cobb & Co building, our classes are relaxed, welcoming and hands-on. Whether you are a complete beginner or have some experience, you’ll be encouraged and made to feel at home.
Please arrive approximately 10 minutes before the advertised starting time so you can settle in, meet the group and be ready to begin. Allow approximately 30–35 minutes’ travel from either Mount Gambier or Naracoorte.
Christmas can become so busy that it’s lovely to pause, take a breath and remember the reason for the season.
In this special Christmas workshop, you’ll be able to choose from numerous watercolour nativity inspirations to create a beautiful painting plus there’s time for learning some techniques to help you create.
There is something so lovely about creating a Christmas decoration with your own hands—especially one that can be brought out each year and become part of your family’s Christmas traditions.
Watercolour has a beautiful softness that suits this scene perfectly. We’ll explore washes, layering and the contrast between warm light and cool shadows, while learning how to suggest figures, fabric, timber and straw without becoming caught up in tiny details.
You don’t need to know how to draw or have any previous painting experience. I’ll show you how to build the scene from the first light sketch through to the final details, while still giving you room to make your painting your own.
When: Thursday 17 December 2026
Time: 5pm–8pm
Where: The Post & Rail, 58 Riddoch Street, Penola
Cost: $185 per person
A relaxed, fully guided three-hour watercolour workshop
All watercolour paints, brushes, quality paper and art materials
A prepared reference image and drawing guide
Your finished Nativity watercolour painting to take home
A freshly made savoury evening meal
Places are limited to keep the class personal and hands-on. Come on your own, bring a friend or gather someone you love for a peaceful and creative evening celebrating the true meaning of Christmas.
The Post & Rail is an immersive cooking, gardening and art school located at 58 Riddoch Street in the heart of Penola, just a stone’s throw from historic Petticoat Lane and the Mary MacKillop Penola Centre. We are also on the doorstep of the renowned Coonawarra wine region, home to an exceptional collection of cellar doors and wineries.
Set within the beautiful heritage-listed former Cobb & Co building, our classes are relaxed, welcoming and hands-on. Whether you are a complete beginner or have some experience, you’ll be encouraged and made to feel at home.
Please arrive approximately 10 minutes before the advertised starting time so you can settle in, meet the group and be ready to begin. Allow approximately 30–35 minutes’ travel from either Mount Gambier or Naracoorte.
