Watercolour workshop with Mark Dober - Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens

Next date: Thursday, 17 September 2026 | 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM

Mark Dober, Wollemi landscape, watercolour on paper, 168 x 532cm 2024

Join Victorian artist Mark Dober on a guided en plein air workshop that explores the vibrancy of the Botanic Gardens natural landscape through watercolour.

Mark will share his approach towards capturing the immersive and atmospheric elements of place.

Sessions are a relaxed way to immerse oneself within nature, and to observe, capture and appreciate the true essence of a place.

Event details

When: Thursday, 17 September, 2026, 10am – 1pm
Where: Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens, 62-105 Elizabeth Street, Urangan
Cost: $40 per person
Suitable for: Adults all skill level (limited spots available)

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What to bring:

Sketchbook (paper will be supplied)
Watercolours (optional if participants prefer to bring their own)
Chair, stool or picnic blanket
Lunch, hat and water bottle

Image: 'Wollemi landscape', watercolour on paper, 168 x 532 cm 2024

Workshop Cancellation Policy

Gatakers Artspace cannot accept responsibility for any changes in personal circumstances. Missed workshops or change of mind are at your own expense. If a participant chooses to cancel their confirmed registration, or cannot or does not attend the workshop, the following will apply:

The registered participant may invite another person to substitute their place in the workshop (in which they are registered) at any time at no charge;
If notice is received 2 or less days from the scheduled starting date, a refund will not be offered;
If a workshop is cancelled by Gatakers Artspace a full refund or a reschedule will be provided. Gatakers Artspace will endeavour to advise participants of cancellation at least 48 hours prior to workshop.

This event is supported by the Regional Arts Development Fund, a partnership between the Queensland Government and Fraser Coast Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.