Capertee Plein Air Painting Retreats

4-Day Landscape Painting Workshops

27 to 30 March & 17 to 20 April – Intermediate to Adv

10 to 13 April – Beg to Intermediate

Painting + Yoga + Meditation + Bushwalking

Secure your spot with a deposit of $260

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 2025, we’re excited to return in 2026! 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 guided 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 Mountainview 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.

Art Kit Hire – $140
A limited number of oil or acrylic plein air painting kits are available to hire for $140. If you'd like to reserve one, please indicate this on your booking form. Corinne will confirm availability and send an invoice separately.

Each kit includes:

• Oil or acrylic paints

• Brushes and palette knives

• Palette and solvent

• Jar, paper towels/rags

• Coloured and graphite pencils

• Clips, apron, baby wipes

• Viewfinder

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

Retreat Accommodation

Accommodation costs are not included in your painting retreat fee; however, comfortable, affordable, and character-filled accommodation is available onsite at Capertee Mountain View Retreat.

You can stay in one of the charming vintage caravans (photos coming) or the 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom farm cottage. When completing your booking form, select your accommodation or contact Corinne directly at 0432 922 653 or via email to discuss your needs.

You’re welcome to stay in alternate accommodation nearby if you prefer.

Capertee Mountain View Retreat Accommodation

Farmhouse

Queen Bed with ensuite — $100 per night
Queen Bed with shared bathroom — $90 per night
Double Bed in Twin-share, shared bathroom — $50 per night
Single Bed in Twin-share, shared bathroom — $40 per night

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 — $50 per night

Camping

Camping with your own campervan, caravan or tent, with access to shared bathrooms and communal kitchen facilities — $25 per night

Alternate accommodation is available in the surrounding Capertee Valley and Rylstone.

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.

Retreat Fees

March / April 2026

Early Bird Rate – $700
$260 deposit, with the remaining $440 due by 15 November 2025.
(You’ll receive a reminder in early November.)

Standard Rate – $730
Applies to bookings or final payments made after 15 November 2025

Accompanying Partner

If your partner would like to accompany you at Capertee Mountain View 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.

Can You Bring Your Dog?

Well-behaved dogs are welcome on retreat, provided they are respectful and supervised, are kept off furniture, and are friendly with other dogs. Approval must be requested in advance, please email Corinne.

How to Book

Secure your spot with a $260 deposit.

When booking, please select your preferred accommodation type in the booking form.

The balance of the Early Bird rate is due by 15 November.
You’ll receive an email reminder the week before to finalise your payment.

Accommodation fees are payable one month before the retreat and will be invoiced separately via email.

Once your booking and deposit are received, we’ll confirm your place and send a welcome email with all retreat details.