Portrait Painting Masterclass with Jude Rae
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Portrait Painting Masterclass with Jude Rae
SPECIAL EVENT:
Portrait Painting Masterclass with Jude Rae
Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 September
9am – 5pm
The National Art School Public Programs presents a special masterclass in portraiture with renowned artist Jude Rae, in a unique, immersive weekend course for intermediate to advanced students who wish to expand their painting skills.
The intensive course offers an exceptional opportunity to study under the guidance of Jude Rae, a highly accomplished painter with an extensive exhibition and teaching practice. Students will gain insights into the techniques, philosophy and processes she utilises to create captivating, realistic and subtly expressive portraits.
Experience the joy of learning from an expert portrait artist in the dedicated painting studio at the NAS Darlinghurst campus. Places are limited to 12 students only, the course fee includes catering.
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