Tuition
​Watercolour Art Workshops & Classes
Watercolour Art Classes & Workshops in Auckland, NZ, UK and Painting Holidays in Italy

​A favourite quote:
Painting a watercolour is making the best of an emergency.
John Singer Sargent

​My mantra:
The straight line is ungodly.
Friedensreich Hundertwasser

WATERCOLOUR CLASSES
2021 Term One, priority bookings only from December 1
​Auckland New Zealand
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​Watercolour for Beginners
​One Day Workshops Saturday 20 March 2020
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Watercolour painting Holiday Workshops
Lucca Italy - May 2020
​Palermo Sicily - May 2020 - FULL
Lucca Italy - May 2019 - FULL
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Painting Outside the Lines - Abstract watermedia
the Watershed Studio Essex UK
​June 2022
Abstract watermedia
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NEW!! En Plein Air Workshops (on location)
Saturday 30 March - full
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Amanda's daily demonstrations include
an emphasis on design principles, composition, colour and value relationships.
By helping you to simplify what you see and how you think, Amanda will work with you to develop quick and energetic painting skills whilst focusing on your painting "idea".
​A wonderful opportunity to paint with a contemporary watercolour master.​

Hi Amanda,
Just wanted to say a big thank you for your amazing class and your lovely charming character. 
I literally enjoy being a your class, it's so much fun and the way you teach us play with colors is amazing!
I was sitting in front of my computer at work and remembering how much fun I had yesterday painting that flower and jar! Then I felt I like to share this good feeling with you :)
Have a great day and keep shining our beautiful teacher :*
:) See you next week, Mary H

"It was a delight to welcome Amanda Brett to teach at Watershed Studio this summer.  She was efficient, easy company and put every one at their ease immediately. Her method of tuition suited everyone present on her full course. Several students felt strongly that she had opened their eyes to a new way of looking at painting and all had been inspired and encouraged.  One student who has been coming to us for several years declared that that one of her paintings was the best thing she had ever done and another who had only booked for a single day stayed for two – a real testament to Amanda and her skills as a tutor. We have rebooked for next year and I can’t wait!" Allison Bond, Watershed UK

"You will always be in great demand because you are an outstanding watercolour artist and tutor. Your advice on techniques and materials have been invaluable. All my paints are artist quality now and the difference is truly amazing. I have bought several other colours as well. I love watercolour and the more I learn the more I like it." Cheers Phil ​

​"Thank you very much for a wonderful week in Lucca. You taught me to look much more closely at the environment I'm in and gave me as a beginner the confidence to keep painting. We also loved the social program and interaction with other participants". Wendi