PAINTING WORKSHOPS

There is no better feeling than sitting with your sketchbook on your lap, the sun warming your back as you marvel at the brand new landscape before you. Stunning scenery, beautiful buildings, unusual sounds, sweet aromas carried on a balmy breeze… The stimulation of a different country can bring out the best in an artist — and that's why our painting workshop vacations are so popular. With world famous artists as tutors, we'll paint and sketch, go sightseeing, explore out-of-the-way places as well as the legendary sights of each country we visit. We'll sample local cuisine and talk to the people we meet on our travels, so you get the real traveller's experience. We have selected the very best painting locations and artists so that we can quickly get to work in a range of memorable painting spots.

Australian Outback - Darwin to Kununurra with John Lovett

Australian Outback - Darwin to Kununurra with John Lovett

  • 7 Jun 2026
  • Australia
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Painting Tuition, Guided Sightseeing, and a selection of meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • First-class teaching by John Lovett
  • Kakadu National Park
  • Painting at the stunning Nourlangie Rock
TOUR DETAILS
Watercolour Workshop: Sarlat La Caneda and Annecy, France

Sarlat La Caneda & Annecy, France with Tony Belobrajdic

  • 24 Aug 2026
  • Mediterranean
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Daily Plein Air Sessions, Demonstrations, Personal Guidance, and 16 Meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Workshop led by Tony Belobrajdic
  • Paint in the medieval Dordogne villages
  • Paint in the French Alps region of Annecy
TOUR DETAILS
Tuscany and Cinque Terre, Italy with Vivi Palegeorge

Tuscany and Cinque Terre, Italy with Vivi Palegeorge

  • 30 Aug 2026
  • Italy
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Painting Tuition, Guided Sightseeing, and a selection of meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • First-class teaching by Vivi Palegeorge
  • Painting and sightseeing in Radda in Chianti
  • Painting in the Cinque Terre villages
TOUR DETAILS
Puglia and Matera Painting Workshop with John Lovett

Puglia & Matera, Italy Painting Workshop with John Lovett

  • 1 Sep 2026
  • Mediterranean
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Painting Tuition, Guided Sightseeing, and a selection of meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Explore the Sassi cave dwellings in Matera
  • Painting session in Alberobello
  • Vineyard dinner in the heart of the Itria Valley
TOUR DETAILS
Painting in Paradise: Gold Coast & Noosa with Robyn Collier

Painting in Paradise: Gold Coast & Noosa with Robyn Collier

  • 4 Sep 2026
  • Australia
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Painting Tuition, Guided Sightseeing, and a selection of meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • First-class teaching by Robyn Collier
  • Painting at Mount Tamborine
  • Visit to Eumundi Markets
TOUR DETAILS
Lisbon and Porto Painting Workshop with Annee Kelly

Lisbon & Porto, Portugal Painting Workshop with Annee Kelly

  • 8 Sep 2026
  • Portugal
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Painting Tuition, Guided Sightseeing, and a selection of meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Day trip to the picturesque town of Sintra
  • Painting session in Azenhas do Mar
  • Visit the charming historic town of Obidos
TOUR DETAILS
Greg Allen Watercolour Workshop: Paros & Mykonos, Greece

Greg Allen Watercolour Workshop: Paros & Mykonos, Greece

  • 16 Sep 2026
  • Mediterranean
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Painting Tuition, Guided Sightseeing, and a selection of meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • First-class tuition by Greg Allen
  • Paint the traditional village of Lefkes
  • The sacred island of Delos
TOUR DETAILS
David Taylor Watercolour Workshop: Tasmania, Australia

David Taylor Tasmania Watercolour Workshop

  • 12 Nov 2026
  • Australia
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Painting Tuition, Guided Sightseeing, and a selection of meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Watercolour workshop led by David Taylor
  • Cruise the world-renowned Gordon River
  • Paint the iconic The Nut in Stanley
TOUR DETAILS
Watercolour Workshop in Tasmania with Annee Kelly

Watercolour Workshop in Tasmania with Annee Kelly

  • 12 Feb 2027
  • Australia
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Guided Sightseeing, A selection of entertainment & meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • First-class teaching by Annee Kelly
  • Painting at the beautiful Hobart waterfront
  • Cruise on the world-famous Gordon River
TOUR DETAILS
David Taylor Watercolour Workshop in New Zealand

David Taylor Watercolour Workshop in New Zealand

  • 15 Feb 2027
  • New Zealand
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Painting Tuition, Guided Sightseeing, and a selection of meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • First-class teaching by David Taylor
  • A Milford Sound cruise
  • Full day of painting at Manapouri
TOUR DETAILS
Cinque Terre and Tuscany, Italy Painting Workshop with Kasey Sealy

Cinque Terre and Tuscany, Italy Painting Workshop with Kasey Sealy

  • 8 May 2027
  • Mediterranean
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Painting Tuition, Guided Sightseeing, and a selection of meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • First-class teaching by Kasey Sealy
  • Painting at Cinque Terre villages
  • The medieval village of Lucignano
TOUR DETAILS
Australian Outback - Kakadu to the Kimberley with Robyn Collier

Australian Outback - Kakadu to the Kimberley with Robyn Collier

  • 8 June 2027
  • Australia
  • 12 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Painting Tuition, Guided Sightseeing, and a selection of meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • First-class teaching by Robyn Collier
  • Explore Litchfield National Park
  • Painting in Kakadu National Park
TOUR DETAILS
Fascinating Destinations
Fascinating Destinations
Fabulous times & people
Fabulous times & people
Everything’s included
Everything’s included
Expert Painting Tuition
Expert Painting Tuition
Come with a partner or fly solo
Come with a partner or fly solo
Unique Travel Experiences
Unique Travel Experiences

PAINTING WORKSHOPS CUSTOMERS SAY...

“I can’t tell you how impressed I was. Having never been on a tour such as this I had no idea what to expect...I was more than happy with the whole experience...congratulations on an amazing team and amazing experience”

Glenys Narelle Holmes

“Amanda & Alex delightful as usual. Love watching Amanda paint. Geoff had everything running perfectly supported by Jan. Very helpful not having to carry our gear too far.”

Rayma Woodhouse

“After completing this trip I would definitely travel with Travelrite again as I felt everything lived up to the tour description and itinerary. Amanda was always checking everyone was okay and kept us informed at all times.”

Josephine Pinzone

“I had a fantastic time, learned lots and can’t wait to go on my next tour. Thank you”

Mark Stewart