10‑Day Murray River Watercolour Painting Workshop With Jacky Pearson
10-Day Murray River Watercolour Workshop with Jacky Pearson
- Echuca, Barmah NP, Bendigo, Rutherglen, Beechworth, Yackandandah & Albury
- 17 Sep 2026 – 26 Sep 2026
- 9 Nights
Immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Victoria’s river towns while refining your watercolour painting skills under the expert guidance of acclaimed artist Jacky Pearson. Over ten days, capture historic landscapes, heritage architecture, and vibrant village scenes across:
- PS Emmylou Cruise – Painting from the deck of a classic paddle steamer
- Echuca – Historic wharves & river reflections
- Barmah NP – Majestic red‑gum forests & billabongs
- Bendigo – Grand gold‑rush streetscapes & botanical gardens
- Rutherglen – Sunlit vineyards & cellar‑door charm
- Beechworth – Heritage buildings & autumn hues
- Yackandandah – Colourful artisan village scenes
- Albury – Serene riverbanks & leafy parks
💰 Pricing Options
About the Tour 🎨
Experience the historic riverfront landscapes of Echuca 📍, the tranquil red‑gum groves of Barmah National Park 🌳, the grand gold‑rush architecture of Bendigo 🏛️, the sunlit vineyards of Rutherglen 🍇, the heritage charm of Beechworth 🏠, the artistic allure of Yackandandah 🎨, and the scenic riverbanks of Albury 🌊. Under Jacky Pearson’s expert guidance, you’ll refine your watercolour techniques and explore fresh artistic approaches in each inspiring location.
🏨 & 🚐 Accommodation & Transport
- 4‑star accommodation in Echuca (5 nights) & Albury (4 nights)
- Daily coach transfers to all painting locations
🍽️ & 🍷 Meals & Hospitality
- Daily breakfast
- Welcome dinner and farewell celebration
🖼️ & 💬 Workshops & Critiques
- On‑location painting sessions
- Live demonstrations
- Evening group critiques
🔄 Flexible Options
Prefer to arrange your own stay? Join us for Painting & Tutor Only, which includes all workshops, critiques, welcome drinks and farewell dinner—but excludes accommodation and transport.
🎁 What’s Included?
🛎️ For Full Package Guests
- 9 nights’ 4‑star accommodation (5 nights Echuca, 4 nights Albury)
- Daily breakfast, welcome dinner & farewell dinner
- All site transfers & daily transport to painting locations
- Daily painting sessions, demos & group critiques with Jacky Pearson
🖌️ For Painting & Tutor Only Guests
- Daily on‑location workshops & evening group critiques
- Welcome drinks & farewell dinner
- Bring your own accommodation & transport (including Pre‑Tour coach)
⚠️ Please note:
- Pre‑Tour overnight in Albury is not included in the package price.
- Airport pick‑up in Albury can be arranged for an extra fee.
- Domestic/international flights and travel insurance are not included.
From our gallery
Step into the creative journey of our watercolor workshops with a collection of inspiring moments captured during our painting tours. The gallery showcases breathtaking artworks created by participants, picturesque landscapes from our tour locations, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of our immersive painting sessions led by Jacky Pearson.
Tour Plan
Day 1 – Arrive in Albury (Check-in & Welcome)
🏨 Check-in & orientation
🍽️ Welcome dinner & itinerary with the tutor
Overnight: Albury (4★)
Day 2 – Albury: Murray River Painting
🌇 Evening: optional group critique 🖼️ / free time
Overnight: Albury (4★)
Day 3 – Beechworth Heritage Day
🏛️ Historic streetscapes & stone textures on location 🎨
☕ Quick sketch & café stop
Overnight: Albury (4★)
Day 4 – Yackandandah Village Scenes
🏘️ Colourful shopfronts & village vignettes 🎨
🌳 Rolling-hills studies in afternoon
Overnight: Albury (4★)
Day 5 – Travel to Echuca & Port Orientation
🏨 Check-in & 📍 Port of Echuca familiarisation walk
Overnight: Echuca (4★)
Day 6 – Port of Echuca & Paddle Steamers
🎨 Reflections & river compositions (tutor demo)
Overnight: Echuca (4★)
Day 7 – Paddle Steamer Cruise & Riverside Studies
🌿 Riverside parklands: trees, water, atmosphere 🎨
Overnight: Echuca (4★)
Day 8 – Barmah Forest (Red Gums & Wetlands)
🌳 Red-gum forest, billabongs & birdlife plein-air
Overnight: Echuca (4★)
Day 9 – Bendigo Architecture + Farewell
🏛️ Pall Mall facades / 🌳 gardens & lagoon studies 🎨
🥂 Farewell dinner & show-and-share 🖼️
Overnight: Echuca (4★)
Day 10 – Return to Albury for Departures
⏰ ETA ~1:00 pm at Albury Airport/Train Station for onward travel ✈️/🚆
Gallery
Step into the creative journey of our watercolor workshops with a collection of inspiring moments captured during our painting tours. The gallery showcases breathtaking artworks created by participants, picturesque landscapes from our tour locations, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of our immersive painting sessions led by Jacky Pearson.
💰 Pricing Options
- AU$ 3,899 pp twin share
- AU$ 4,749 single fare
- AU$ 2,599 painting & tutor only
📝 Payment Terms
- AU$ 200 holding deposit required to secure your booking
- Full payment due 95 days before the workshop start date
🤝 Non‑Painting Partner Discount
- AU$ 250 off for non‑painting partners sharing your accommodation
❌ Cancellation Policy
By the Participant- > 90 days before start: Full refund minus non‑refundable deposit
- 31–90 days before start: 50% refund of total tour price
- ≤ 30 days before start: No refund
- A full refund of all payments
- A free transfer of your booking to a future tour
✨ Our Tour Highlights
- Luxury Accommodation: 9 nights in 4‑star hotels (5 nights in Echuca, 4 nights in Albury)
- Small Group: Maximum 12–14 painting guests for personalised instruction
- Flexible Packages: Full tour (accommodation & transport) or painting & tutor only
- Inspiring Locations: Echuca, Barmah NP, Bendigo, Rutherglen, Beechworth, Yackandandah & Albury
✔️ What’s Included?
For Full Package Guests
- 9 nights’ 4‑star accommodation (5 nights Echuca, 4 nights Albury)
- Daily breakfast, welcome dinner & farewell dinner
- All transfers:
- Albury → Airport/Station (Day 1)
- Daily transport to each painting site
- Albury → Airport/Station (Day 10) - ⏰ ETA ~1:00 pm at Albury Airport/Train Station
- Daily painting sessions, live demos & group critiques with Jacky Pearson
For Painting & Tutor Only Guests
- Daily on‑location workshops & evening critiques
- Welcome drinks & farewell dinner
- Bring your own accommodation & transport (including Day 1 coach)
📌 What’s Not Included
- International/domestic flights or train fares
- Watercolour materials (paper, brushes, paints)
- Travel insurance