MILTON WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Didthul in Oils — Loose, Expressive Workshop at House of Jules (Milton, Dec 13, 2025)
A four‑hour, studio‑based oil‑painting workshop (9:00–13:00) that teaches loose, expressive techniques—brushes and palette knives, hands‑on guidance and no turps—designed for beginners.
Didthul in Oils — Loose, Expressive Workshop at House of Jules (Milton, Dec 13, 2025).
Set in Milton, this studio workshop uses the iconic profile of Didthul (Pigeon House Mountain) as the compositional springboard for a loose, expressive oil painting on canvas. Over a focused morning you work with oils (explicitly without turpentine), explore brushes and palette knives, and receive practical instruction on techniques and common pitfalls—an introductory format aimed at those new to oil painting.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Didthul (Pigeon House Mountain) as subject
The workshop is built around an iconic view of Didthul; the mountain’s silhouette provides a clear, memorable subject for exploring simplified shapes and color in oil.
Loose, expressive oil work with brushes and palette knives
Instruction focuses on creating energetic, painterly marks using both brushes and palette knives while avoiding common pitfalls of working in oils — and doing so without any turps.
Hands‑on guidance for beginners
This is an introductory, studio‑based session with practical tips and one‑to‑one guidance aimed at beginners eager to start working confidently in oils.
What the day feels like
What the workshop feels like
The pace is concentrated and practical: a morning in studio translating the distinctive outline of Didthul into broad, expressive passages of oil paint. Participants are shown demonstration techniques, then encouraged to develop their own loose interpretation on canvas with direct coaching on brushwork, palette‑knife handling and troubleshooting common oil‑painting issues.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The workshop runs from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (four hours), unless otherwise stated.
House of Jules Art Studio, 12 Myrtle Street, Milton NSW 2538.
No need to bring anything; everything is included.
The session uses oil paint on canvas and explores both brushes and palette knives; the workshop specifies working without turps.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does the workshop run?
The listed workshop time is 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Where do we meet?
Meet at House of Jules Art Studio, 12 Myrtle Street, Milton NSW 2538.
Do I need to bring paints or tools?
No — there is no need to bring anything; everything is included.
What will we paint?
The workshop is based on an iconic view of Didthul (Pigeon House Mountain) and aims to produce a loose, expressive oil painting on canvas.
Are turpentine or solvents used?
The workshop description specifies working in oils without a drop of turps.
Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes — the session is described as a great introductory workshop for anyone looking to use oils.