🎨 Noosa & Sunshine Coast Oil Painting Workshop with Natasha Ruschka
Noosa & Sunshine Coast Oil Painting Workshop
- Noosa Heads, Sunshine Beach, Coolum & Peregian Beach
- 26 July – 1 August 2026
- 6 Nights | 7 Days
Join us for a relaxed and inspiring 7-day coastal oil painting workshop based in beautiful Noosa on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Enjoy five full days of plein-air painting across iconic beaches, rocky headlands, turquoise bays and expansive ocean views.
This workshop is guided by artist Natasha Ruschka and is suitable for all levels. You’ll receive daily demonstrations, personalised feedback and practical guidance to strengthen composition, colour harmony and confidence while painting on location.
Workshop format: Day 1 welcome dinner & orientation, Days 2–6 full painting days (Day 6 includes farewell dinner), Day 7 departure.
- Little Cove Beach – Iconic Noosa bay with turquoise water, headlands and shaded pockets.
- Tea Tree Bay – Beautiful coastal walk setting with dramatic rocks and ocean movement.
- Main Beach Noosa – Classic beach scenes with surf, sky, figures and distant headlands.
- Laguna Lookout – Elevated views across Noosa, river and hinterland (location confirmed on the day).
- Sunshine Beach – Expressive surf, strong shapes and beautiful sunset possibilities.
- Coolum & Peregian Beach – Expansive coastline, great compositions, with easy access to shops/toilets nearby.
💰 Pricing Options
🧍 AU$ 3,499 (Single Room) 🧑🤝🧑 AU$ 2,899 (Twin Share Per Person) 🎨 AU$ 1,999 (Painting Only)
Painting Only includes all workshop sessions and tuition (accommodation & meals not included).
🎨 Noosa & Sunshine Coast Oil Painting Workshop with Natasha Ruschka
An inspiring 7-day coastal painting experience in Queensland
📍 Noosa & Sunshine Coast | 6 Nights | 5 Full Painting Days
🚨 Limited spots available – early booking recommended!
🖼️ Tour Overview
Join us for an immersive coastal oil painting workshop set in the stunning landscapes of
Noosa & the Sunshine Coast. From sheltered turquoise bays and dramatic headlands to sweeping surf beaches and glowing sunsets, this region offers endless inspiration for plein-air painters.
Guided by acclaimed artist Natasha Ruschka, this workshop is designed to support artists of all levels. Natasha’s encouraging teaching style, strong focus on composition, colour harmony, and expressive brushwork will help you build confidence and deepen your painting practice in a relaxed, inspiring environment.
- 🏨 Full tour package including quality accommodation, selected meals & all workshop sessions
🌟 Tour Highlights
✔️ Iconic Coastal Locations: Paint Little Cove, Tea Tree Bay, Main Beach Noosa, Peregian Beach, Coolum and Sunshine Beach
✔️ Expert Tuition: Daily demonstrations, one-on-one guidance and constructive group critiques with Natasha Ruschka
✔️ Plein-Air Focus: Learn to capture light, movement, atmosphere and coastal colour on location
✔️ Quality Accommodation: Stay in comfortable, well-located accommodation in Noosa
✔️ Relaxed Itinerary: Five full painting days balanced with rest, exploration and social time
✔️ Small Group Experience: Limited numbers for personalised attention and a supportive learning environment
From our gallery
Step into the creative journey of our painting workshops through a curated collection of inspiring moments captured during our tours. This gallery features artworks created by participants, beautiful coastal landscapes from our painting locations, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of our immersive, tutor-led painting sessions, offering a true sense of the experience both on and off the easel.
Tour Plan
📍 Day 1 – Arrival in Noosa | Welcome Dinner & Orientation
🛬 Arrival in Noosa • 🍷 Welcome Drinks & 🍽️ Dinner
- Arrive in Noosa and check into your accommodation
- Afternoon at leisure to explore Hastings Street or relax by the beach
- Evening Welcome Dinner 🍷
- Workshop orientation:
- Meet your tutor and fellow artists
- Overview of materials, daily rhythm, safety, and painting approach
🎨 Day 2 – Little Cove Beach (Full Painting Day)
📍 Little Cove Beach
A sheltered, iconic Noosa location with crystal-clear water, pandanus trees, and rocky headlands.- Morning demonstration focusing on:
- Coastal colour palettes
- Capturing calm water and reflections
- Full day of guided painting
- Optional late-afternoon sketching
🎨 Day 3 – Tea Tree Bay (Full Painting Day)
📍 Tea Tree Bay (10-minute walk from car park)
A favourite among artists, known for dramatic headlands and luminous blues.- Focus on:
- Movement and rhythm of waves
- Rock formations and negative space
- Individual feedback throughout the day
- Group discussion and informal critique
🎨 Day 4 – Main Beach Noosa (Full Painting Day)
📍 Main Beach Noosa
A classic coastal scene with surf, sky, and distant headlands.- Emphasis on:
- Simplifying busy scenes
- Figures, scale, and atmosphere
- Easy access to cafés, shade, and amenities
- Afternoon free to rest or refine work
🎨 Day 5 – Laguna Lookout or Peregian Beach (Full Painting Day)
Option A: 📍 Laguna Lookout
- Elevated views across Noosa, river, and hinterland
- Focus on aerial perspective and tonal depth
OR
Option B: 📍 Peregian Beach
- Coastal charm with nearby shops, cafés, and toilets
- Ideal for weekend energy and relaxed painting
🎨 Day 6 – Coolum or Sunshine Beach | Farewell Dinner (Full Painting Day)
Morning Painting Session
📍 Coolum Beach
- A dramatic, much-loved painting location
- Strong headlands, sweeping shoreline, and bold compositions
OR
📍 Sunshine Beach
- Open coastline with expressive surf and rocky forms
- Ideal for late-day light and sunset studies
Evening
- Farewell Dinner & Celebration 🥂
- Group reflection, sharing of works, and closing remarks
✈️ Day 7 – Departure
🛫 Departure • Check-Out 🧳
- Breakfast and check-out
- Depart Noosa or continue your Sunshine Coast stay independently
Gallery
Step into the creative journey of our painting workshops through a curated collection of inspiring moments captured during our tours. This gallery features artworks created by participants, beautiful coastal landscapes from our painting locations, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of our immersive, tutor-led painting sessions, offering a true sense of the experience both on and off the easel.
💰 Pricing Options
We offer flexible packages to suit your needs:| 🧾 Package Type | 💵 Price (AUD) | 🧳 Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 🎨 Full Package – Twin Share | $2,899 pp | • 6 nights accommodation in Noosa (twin share) • 5 full days of painting sessions & demonstrations • Welcome dinner & farewell dinner • Daily on-location tuition and personalised guidance • All local transport to painting locations |
| 🧍 Full Package – Single Room | $3,499 | • All inclusions from the Twin Share package • Private room |
| 🎨 Painting Only | $1,999 | • All painting sessions & demonstrations • Daily tuition and group critiques • Excludes accommodation, meals & transport |
📌 What’s Included
- 6 nights accommodation in quality Noosa accommodation (for full package guests)
- Welcome dinner and farewell dinner
- 5 full days of plein-air painting
- Daily demonstrations, personalised feedback and group discussions
- Local transport to and from painting locations during workshop days
- Workshop coordination and on-ground support
❌ Not Included
- Flights to/from Noosa or Sunshine Coast Airport
- Airport transfers (available on request)
- Art materials and equipment
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Meals not listed above
📅 Cancellation Policy
- More than 90 days prior: Full refund minus holding deposit
- 30–90 days prior: 50% refund
- Less than 30 days prior: No refund
🔄 If We Need to Cancel
- Full refund, OR
- Option to transfer to a future Painting Holiday Tours workshop at no additional cost