Capertee Plein Air Painting Retreats
4-Day Landscape Painting Workshops
7 to 10 November - Beginner to Intermediate
20 - 23 November - Intermediate to Advanced
Painting + Yoga + Meditation + Bushwalking
About the Retreat
Join artist Corinne Loxton for a 4-day plein air painting retreat in the breathtaking Capertee Valley, just north of Lithgow and west of the Blue Mountains, NSW. Surrounded by dramatic sandstone cliffs, ridges, and wide open skies, this is the perfect setting to deepen your art practice or try landscape painting for the first time.
Following sold-out retreats in Autumn 2026, we’re excited to return in Spring! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, these art retreats are designed to build your confidence and creativity in a relaxed, supportive, and beautiful environment.
How it works
Daily group tutorials in the studio or outdoors — demonstrations and instruction in skills and painting technique, including composition, colour, subject matter etc.
Plein air practice with personalised feedback and mentoring — choose your own subjects and formats.
Optional yoga, bushwalking, meditation and journalling to ground and support creative practice.
Flexible locations — painting sessions in the woolshed studio, outdoors around the property, and various places in the Capertee Valley.
What’s included in the Retreat?
Painting tutorials on techniques for plein air landscape painting
Comfortable facilities and beautiful views at our retreat base
2 Painting boards or canvases
Private feedback sessions and guided painting tuition with Corinne Loxton
Optional yoga, meditation, bushwalking, journaling
Delicious morning & afternoon teas each day
Mindfulness practices to support creative flow
Time to rest, connect with others, and recharge
Catered lunches from Saturday to Monday
Optional accommodation at peaceful Capertee Mountain View Artist Retreat with stunning views and access to nature, bird watching, and stargazing.
Build new friendships, in spectacular surroundings, as you disconnect from everyday life. This painting workshop is about more than just developing painting technique – it’s an opportunity to restore your energy, reconnect with nature, and rediscover your creative spark.
What you’ll gain
A dedicated time to paint in an energising, supportive and inspiring environment
Individualised guidance, skills and techniques you can apply immediately.
Clear next steps for your painting practice, with practical strategies for all aspects of picture-making, including composition, colour harmony and brushwork.
Connection with other creatives and nature
What to Bring
Art Materials
Plein air painting materials – Please see a list for oil/acrylic and watercolour artists here. You may bring and work in multiple mediums - I encourage experimentation and exploration. This list is a guide, and not intended to be exhaustive.
Portable plein air painting easels – BYO or Corinne has several easels available for loan.
Food
Breakfast supplies — bring your preferred items to start the day.
Snacks — optional extras if you’d like something in addition to those provided.
Dinner — Shared dinners are one of the highlights of our retreat — simple, relaxed, and a lovely way to unwind after painting each day.
If you’re travelling from afar, it’s perfectly fine to buy food in Rylstone or Kandos on your way through. If arriving by train and coach, please let us know and we can help arrange another way for you to contribute.
A few weeks before your retreat, everyone receives an email with a link to sign up for shared meals.
General Equipment
Bring whatever helps you feel comfortable and creative, including:
Sheets and towels (see notes to follow)
Yoga mat (some spares are available — just ask Corinne)
Journal, pen, and pencil
Walking shoes and a rain jacket
Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
Small folding chair and table (email Corinne if you need to borrow these)
Warm clothing for cool evenings
Backpack and water bottle
Accompanying Partner
If your partner would like to accompany you at Capertee Mountain View Artist Retreat, they are very welcome to share your accommodation, join us at the fireside and soak up the beautiful surroundings. An additional accommodation/amenities fee of $150 is payable. Simply let us know on the booking form and a separate invoice will be sent.
Retreat Meals & Shared Contributions
From Saturday to Monday, you’ll be treated to morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea, all provided with care. Please bring your breakfast supplies and any extra snacks you may want.
To help keep the retreat affordable and rooted in a spirit of community, we invite all participants to take part in light kitchen and farm tasks. This shared effort not only supports the retreat’s smooth running but also creates a sense of connection and collaboration.
Evenings are a highlight, with shared dinners prepared together in the communal kitchen. We’ll coordinate contributions via email in the two weeks leading up to the retreat– think favourite dishes, special ingredients, or even a bottle of wine to share!
This spirit of generosity, participation, and shared experience is a big part of what makes the retreat so special.
Booking Options
To keep things simple, there are two ways to book your place:
Pay in full
You may pay the full retreat fee of $750 plus your choice of on-site accommodation at the time of booking and receive a 5% discount on the total. Your place and accommodation are confirmed immediately. Input the discount code ‘5%OFF’ at checkout.
Deposit + balance
Alternatively, you can secure your place with a deposit of 40%, with the remaining balance due two months before the retreat. (No discount available). Input the code ‘DEPOSIT’ at checkout.
On-site Accommodation Rates for 3 Nights
There’s a limited selection of comfortable, affordable, and character-filled accommodation available on-site at Capertee Mountain View Artist Retreat.
You can choose to stay elsewhere or in one of our charming vintage caravans or the 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom farm cottage. When completing your booking form, select your accommodation option.
Farmhouse
Queen Bed with ensuite — $350
Queen Bed with shared bathroom — $ 320
Double Bed with shared bathroom — $300
Vintage Caravans — Paddock Views
(4 available: Greta, Lizzie, Camilla, and Poppy)
Each van includes a comfy Double Bed, private kitchenette, heating & cooling, outdoor seating, and access to shared bathrooms and communal living & kitchen facilities — $200
Camping
Camping with own campervan, caravan or tent, with access to shared bathrooms and communal kitchen facilities — $120
Payment Timing
If you choose the deposit option, the remaining balance must be paid no later than two calendar months before the retreat.
If full payment is not received by this time, your place may be released and offered to another participant.
A $50 late payment fee may apply if you wish to retain your place after the due date.
Book Now
Capertee Plein Air Painting Retreats
4-Day Landscape Painting Workshops
7 to 10 November - Beginner to Intermediate
20 - 23 November - Intermediate to Advanced
Painting + Yoga + Meditation + Bushwalking
About the Retreat
Join artist Corinne Loxton for a 4-day plein air painting retreat in the breathtaking Capertee Valley, just north of Lithgow and west of the Blue Mountains, NSW. Surrounded by dramatic sandstone cliffs, ridges, and wide open skies, this is the perfect setting to deepen your art practice or try landscape painting for the first time.
Following sold-out retreats in Autumn 2026, we’re excited to return in Spring! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, these art retreats are designed to build your confidence and creativity in a relaxed, supportive, and beautiful environment.
How it works
Daily group tutorials in the studio or outdoors — demonstrations and instruction in skills and painting technique, including composition, colour, subject matter etc.
Plein air practice with personalised feedback and mentoring — choose your own subjects and formats.
Optional yoga, bushwalking, meditation and journalling to ground and support creative practice.
Flexible locations — painting sessions in the woolshed studio, outdoors around the property, and various places in the Capertee Valley.
What’s included in the Retreat?
Painting tutorials on techniques for plein air landscape painting
Comfortable facilities and beautiful views at our retreat base
2 Painting boards or canvases
Private feedback sessions and guided painting tuition with Corinne Loxton
Optional yoga, meditation, bushwalking, journaling
Delicious morning & afternoon teas each day
Mindfulness practices to support creative flow
Time to rest, connect with others, and recharge
Catered lunches from Saturday to Monday
Optional accommodation at peaceful Capertee Mountain View Artist Retreat with stunning views and access to nature, bird watching, and stargazing.
Build new friendships, in spectacular surroundings, as you disconnect from everyday life. This painting workshop is about more than just developing painting technique – it’s an opportunity to restore your energy, reconnect with nature, and rediscover your creative spark.
What you’ll gain
A dedicated time to paint in an energising, supportive and inspiring environment
Individualised guidance, skills and techniques you can apply immediately.
Clear next steps for your painting practice, with practical strategies for all aspects of picture-making, including composition, colour harmony and brushwork.
Connection with other creatives and nature
What to Bring
Art Materials
Plein air painting materials – Please see a list for oil/acrylic and watercolour artists here. You may bring and work in multiple mediums - I encourage experimentation and exploration. This list is a guide, and not intended to be exhaustive.
Portable plein air painting easels – BYO or Corinne has several easels available for loan.
Food
Breakfast supplies — bring your preferred items to start the day.
Snacks — optional extras if you’d like something in addition to those provided.
Dinner — Shared dinners are one of the highlights of our retreat — simple, relaxed, and a lovely way to unwind after painting each day.
If you’re travelling from afar, it’s perfectly fine to buy food in Rylstone or Kandos on your way through. If arriving by train and coach, please let us know and we can help arrange another way for you to contribute.
A few weeks before your retreat, everyone receives an email with a link to sign up for shared meals.
General Equipment
Bring whatever helps you feel comfortable and creative, including:
Sheets and towels (see notes to follow)
Yoga mat (some spares are available — just ask Corinne)
Journal, pen, and pencil
Walking shoes and a rain jacket
Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
Small folding chair and table (email Corinne if you need to borrow these)
Warm clothing for cool evenings
Backpack and water bottle
Accompanying Partner
If your partner would like to accompany you at Capertee Mountain View Artist Retreat, they are very welcome to share your accommodation, join us at the fireside and soak up the beautiful surroundings. An additional accommodation/amenities fee of $150 is payable. Simply let us know on the booking form and a separate invoice will be sent.
Retreat Meals & Shared Contributions
From Saturday to Monday, you’ll be treated to morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea, all provided with care. Please bring your breakfast supplies and any extra snacks you may want.
To help keep the retreat affordable and rooted in a spirit of community, we invite all participants to take part in light kitchen and farm tasks. This shared effort not only supports the retreat’s smooth running but also creates a sense of connection and collaboration.
Evenings are a highlight, with shared dinners prepared together in the communal kitchen. We’ll coordinate contributions via email in the two weeks leading up to the retreat– think favourite dishes, special ingredients, or even a bottle of wine to share!
This spirit of generosity, participation, and shared experience is a big part of what makes the retreat so special.
Booking Options
To keep things simple, there are two ways to book your place:
Pay in full
You may pay the full retreat fee of $750 plus your choice of on-site accommodation at the time of booking and receive a 5% discount on the total. Your place and accommodation are confirmed immediately. Input the discount code ‘5%OFF’ at checkout.
Deposit + balance
Alternatively, you can secure your place with a deposit of 40%, with the remaining balance due two months before the retreat. (No discount available). Input the code ‘DEPOSIT’ at checkout.
On-site Accommodation Rates for 3 Nights
There’s a limited selection of comfortable, affordable, and character-filled accommodation available on-site at Capertee Mountain View Artist Retreat.
You can choose to stay elsewhere or in one of our charming vintage caravans or the 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom farm cottage. When completing your booking form, select your accommodation option.
Farmhouse
Queen Bed with ensuite — $350
Queen Bed with shared bathroom — $ 320
Double Bed with shared bathroom — $300
Vintage Caravans — Paddock Views
(4 available: Greta, Lizzie, Camilla, and Poppy)
Each van includes a comfy Double Bed, private kitchenette, heating & cooling, outdoor seating, and access to shared bathrooms and communal living & kitchen facilities — $200
Camping
Camping with own campervan, caravan or tent, with access to shared bathrooms and communal kitchen facilities — $120
Payment Timing
If you choose the deposit option, the remaining balance must be paid no later than two calendar months before the retreat.
If full payment is not received by this time, your place may be released and offered to another participant.
A $50 late payment fee may apply if you wish to retain your place after the due date.
Book Now
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