Celebrating 40 Years (1986 - 2026)
Gold Coast Demo: Petronella van Leusden - Power of complementary colours in pastel
Join our monthly meetups to get inspired, learn from pastel artists and showcase your art with our friendly community on the Gold Coast on Saturday, 11th April 2026
Time & Location
11 Apr 2026, 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Old Post Office, 57 Railway St, Mudgeeraba QLD 4213, Australia
Details:
About the Demo:
Artist Petronella van Leusden demonstrates how to harness the power of complementary colours in pastel. Learn how to make hues sing or soften through techniques such as overlaying, blending, and hatching, and how opposites on the colour wheel can create vibrant light, subtle greys, and rich shadows. Perfect for artists wanting to deepen their colour sensitivity and bring new energy to their pastel.
Date: 11th April 2026
Location: Old Post Office, 57 Railway Street, Mudgeeraba
Time: 2:00 PM arrival for a 2:30 PM start (until 4:30 PM)
Entry: $5 members / $10 non-members (cash or card at the door)
Plus:
Raffle draw with art-related prizes
Tea, coffee & light refreshments provided (BYO mug)
Bring a pastel piece for optional group critique
