The Enclave
18th - 24th January 2026
Watercolour Retreat at The Enclave, Winnaleah, Lutruwita/Tasmania
Watercolour Retreat with Cheryl Bruce
This all inclusive art retreat gives us a great opportunity to explore this small town from our home base of the 100 year old fully renovated property in the small town of Winnaleah. We will paint in the studio space, as well as some sketching adventures to the Bay of Fires, Ringarooma River, Mirror Lake and local pastoral scenes.
Led by accomplished artist Cheryl Bruce, this small group workshop invites participants to delve into a variety of subject matter in order to cover a really wide range of watercolour techniques.
All levels of experience are welcome to join this workshop. Whether you're a seasoned watercolourist or newer to the medium, this workshop offers a nurturing environment to hone your craft. Join us for a week of inspiration, creativity, and camaraderie.
What is included -
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6 nights accommodation at The Enclave.
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Transfers to and from Launceston airport on 18th January3.30/4pm and return on the 24th January by 11am. If you fly in or out on different days in order to have time in Launceston, there will be a pickup point in the centre of Launceston.
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Stunning 2 course welcome dinner and welcome drinks by the fire.
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Breakfasts, lunches and all dinners except one dinner and one lunch out. Tea/coffee and snacks.
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Transport to painting and sightseeing excursions to some epic locations.
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Painting tuition and guidance from Cheryl Bruce in a small group setting, over the 5 days. We will paint in the studio space at Ehe Enclave, onsite at some amazing locations, and also in the local area around The Enclave. It is a mix of studio and plein air.
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All rooms have an ensuite, or detached private bathroom across the hall.
What is not included -
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Airfares to and from Tasmania (please fly or drive into Launceston).
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Travel insurance - we strongly recommend travel insurance to cover yourself for cancellation, medical and hospital expenses, and other unforeseen expenses.
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One dinner out. One lunch at the Bay of Fires.
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Art materials.
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Alcoholic drinks.
The Enclave - our home for the week
Pricing
Option 1 - Single Room - $2995
Option 2 - Twin Share Room - $2450 per person
Option 3 - Twin Share Room - $1950 per person non painting partner/friend
To book – a deposit of $500 is required (via direct deposit) along with the booking form. If the balance due date for the workshop has passed, the full payment is required at the time of booking, or please discuss a payment plan with us. The balance is due by 95 days prior to the workshop commencement - 30 September 2025. All costs are listed as AUD. T&C's and cancellation policy is listed on the booking form.
For bookings and enquiries about the painting aspects or materials please email
Cheryl directly: contact@cherylbrucecreativ.com
Some more local sites
Itinerary (subject to change)
Day 1 - sun 18th
4.00 pm -
Pickup from Launceston or Launceston Airport and transfer to Enclave. After settling into your room, enjoy complimentary welcome drinks by the fire and stunning 2 course welcome dinner.
Day 2 - Mon 19
7.30-8.30 Breakfast
9am Workshop time
12.30pm Lunch on site
5pm Workshop Conclusion
5-6pm Free time
6.30 pm Dinner on site
Day 3 -Tues 20
7.30-8.30 Breakfast
9am Mirror Lake Walk
10am Workshop time
12.30pm Lunch on site
5pm Workshop Conclusion
5-6pm Free time
6.30 pm Dinner on site
Day 4 -Wed 21
7.30-8.30 Breakfast
9am Bay of Fires plein air painting day.
12.30pm lunch on location (not inc)
4pm Return drive (90mins)
6.30 pm Dinner on site
Day 5 -Thur 22
7.30-8.30 Breakfast
9am Workshop time
12.30pm Lunch on site
1.30pm Sapphire fossicking and painting by the local river
4.30pm workshop conclusion
6.30 pm Dinner on site
Day 6 - Fri 23
7.30-8.30 Breakfast10am Plein air painting session at the Ringarooma river
1.00pm Lunch on site or packed lunch at location
4pm Workshop conclusion
4-6pm Free time
6.30 pm Dinner out at a local Derby restaurant (not included)
Day 7 - Sat 24
7.00-8.00 Breakfast
9am Return transfers to Launceston by 11am - please arrange flights for after midday.
For those wanting to experience the floating sauna, this is $45 extra and we will book an afternoon/early evening session once we confirm numbers and availability.
This is our daily itinerary from the 2024 retreat, days and locations may change, I will update this in coming weeks, but it gives you an idea of our program.
