studio located at Mountain Creek, Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia
TINY PAINTINGS, BIG LOVE WORKSHOP
Saturday 15th August 2026 or Sunday 16th August 2026
Mountain Creek, Sunshine Coast, QLD
10am - 4pm
A gentle, creative day in my home studio space, making a tiny collection of paintings with your own colours, stories, images, pets, flowers, tables, teacups, little notes to self, and whatever else wants to come through.
This is a small group workshop with all painting materials supplied.
morning and afternoon tea (gf options)
Workshop only: $295 AUD
Workshop plus Paint a Tiny Sewing Room online course: $330 AUD
Saturday 15th August 2026 or Sunday 16th August 2026
Mountain Creek, Sunshine Coast, QLD
10am - 4pm
A gentle, creative day in my home studio space, making a tiny collection of paintings with your own colours, stories, images, pets, flowers, tables, teacups, little notes to self, and whatever else wants to come through.
This is a small group workshop with all painting materials supplied.
morning and afternoon tea (gf options)
Workshop only: $295 AUD
Workshop plus Paint a Tiny Sewing Room online course: $330 AUD
book your seat for Saturday 15th or Sunday 16th August 2026
for a beautiful Tiny Painting workshop
Welcome to the sweetness of creating tiny paintings
Venture into the wonder of tiny things that delight you.
Most often, painting tiny gives us permission to loosen up, play, and make something tender without the pressure of a large canvas.
In this workshop, you’ll create a small collection of three tiny paintings, each one inspired by a theme of your choosing.
You might paint a beloved pet, a little tablescape, a favourite flower, a vase, a cup of tea, a note to self, a small still life, or a gentle scene from your imagination.
All skill levels are welcome.
Most often, painting tiny gives us permission to loosen up, play, and make something tender without the pressure of a large canvas.
In this workshop, you’ll create a small collection of three tiny paintings, each one inspired by a theme of your choosing.
You might paint a beloved pet, a little tablescape, a favourite flower, a vase, a cup of tea, a note to self, a small still life, or a gentle scene from your imagination.
All skill levels are welcome.
This is not a paint and sip style workshop
I don’t teach a one-size-fits-all painting where everyone paints the same thing.
Instead, each guest is invited to choose their own tiny painting adventure, with gentle support from me as you create something uniquely your own.
I’ll help you with ideas, composition, colour, simplifying shapes, adding details, and finding your way when you feel unsure.
You do not need to arrive with a perfect plan. You are welcome to arrive with a few images, colour ideas, pet photos, or little sparks of inspiration, and we’ll work from there.
Instead, each guest is invited to choose their own tiny painting adventure, with gentle support from me as you create something uniquely your own.
I’ll help you with ideas, composition, colour, simplifying shapes, adding details, and finding your way when you feel unsure.
You do not need to arrive with a perfect plan. You are welcome to arrive with a few images, colour ideas, pet photos, or little sparks of inspiration, and we’ll work from there.
What will you paint?
You’ll be encouraged to paint your own mini collection based on a theme, feeling, colour palette, or story that delights you.
Possible themes include:
Beloved pets
A little tablescape or tea party
Still life with flowers, fruit, vessels, or favourite objects
Notes to self and gentle affirmations
A room, desk, studio, window, chair, or cosy corner
A tiny story from your own life
Something completely playful and unexpected
Before the workshop, I’ll send you a little preparation note to help you gather ideas without overthinking it.
Possible themes include:
Beloved pets
A little tablescape or tea party
Still life with flowers, fruit, vessels, or favourite objects
Notes to self and gentle affirmations
A room, desk, studio, window, chair, or cosy corner
A tiny story from your own life
Something completely playful and unexpected
Before the workshop, I’ll send you a little preparation note to help you gather ideas without overthinking it.
Evening Zoom gathering
Your seat also includes a casual Zoom gathering most likely on the Thursday evening before the workshop.
This is a chance to say hello, look at inspiration ideas, talk through what to bring, and help you feel settled before the day. As a sensitive creator I really love offering this opportunity it can ease a lot of the apprehension that can visit us when we are new to a gathering.
You can ask questions, show me a few reference images if you’d like, and begin to feel into what you might love to paint.
This is a chance to say hello, look at inspiration ideas, talk through what to bring, and help you feel settled before the day. As a sensitive creator I really love offering this opportunity it can ease a lot of the apprehension that can visit us when we are new to a gathering.
You can ask questions, show me a few reference images if you’d like, and begin to feel into what you might love to paint.
What’s included
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All painting materials supplied
Three tiny painting surfaces Use of acrylic paints, *brushes, palettes and tools *byo fave brushes and colours if you'd like to Gentle tuition and individual support Morning and afternoon tea Thursday evening Zoom gathering Preparation notes before the workshop A small, supportive group environment |
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What to bring
Please bring your own lunch.
You may also like to bring:
a water bottle
a few inspiration images
pet photos if you’d like to include a beloved animal
a Pinterest board or magazine images
your own sketchbook or notes if you have them
reading glasses if you need them
an apron or clothes you don’t mind painting in
You may also like to bring:
a water bottle
a few inspiration images
pet photos if you’d like to include a beloved animal
a Pinterest board or magazine images
your own sketchbook or notes if you have them
reading glasses if you need them
an apron or clothes you don’t mind painting in
Where
This workshop is held in my home at Mountain Creek on the Sunshine Coast, QLD.
You’ll be welcomed into a private creative space with tea, treats, a garden view, and a small group of creative guests.
The full address will be sent after booking.
You’ll be welcomed into a private creative space with tea, treats, a garden view, and a small group of creative guests.
The full address will be sent after booking.
A special treat for you
workshop plus my online course, Painting a Tiny Sewing Room.
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Painting a Tiny Sewing Room is a gentle online acrylic painting course where I guide you through creating a tiny room scene, with space for your own colours, pet, plants, little desk, sewing details, and personal touches.
The online course is a beautiful companion if you’d like to keep painting tiny after our workshop day. Take a look at the online course here. https://denisedaffara.com/tiny-sewing-room-home Workshop only: $295 AUD Workshop plus Painting a Tiny Sewing Room online course: $330 AUD |
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A note from Denise
Painting tiny is a precious way to meet ourselves when we may not feel confident to paint large.
There is something about the small containment of these little paintings that feels gentle, intimate, and unassumingly powerful.
My hope is that you leave with a tiny collection that feels personal to you, and with a little more trust in your own creative voice.
I look forward to welcoming you into my home, with plenty of tea and warmth to infuse some joy and whimsy into your creative heart.
with love,
Denise
Travelling from out of town?
The workshop is held in Mountain Creek on the Sunshine Coast, QLD.
Nearby areas to search for accommodation include Mountain Creek / Brightwater, Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland, Maroochydore and Kawana Waters.
Mooloolaba is a lovely option if you’d like to stay near the beach, cafes and restaurants, while Mountain Creek / Brightwater may be a quieter option closer to the workshop location.
The full workshop address will be sent after booking.
Nearby areas to search for accommodation include Mountain Creek / Brightwater, Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland, Maroochydore and Kawana Waters.
Mooloolaba is a lovely option if you’d like to stay near the beach, cafes and restaurants, while Mountain Creek / Brightwater may be a quieter option closer to the workshop location.
The full workshop address will be sent after booking.
