CHAN DISSANAYAKE | WORKSHOP
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6 Day | Saturday 12 – Thursday 17 September 2026
WATERCOLOUR IMPRESSIONS
The truly magical qualities of watercolour can best be demonstrated in portraying atmospheric effects such as mist, rain and fog. Begin with simple subjects and move progressively to challenging techniques such as wet-into-wet method. Learn how to understand the various stages of wetness of the paper as well as paint consistency in creating these magical effects and extend your knowledge to the next level. Demonstrations showing you how to create depth, incorporate figures, and connect shapes, edge control and how to exploit the medium in creating magical effects. Intermediate/Advanced
WATERCOLOUR IMPRESSIONS
The truly magical qualities of watercolour can best be demonstrated in portraying atmospheric effects such as mist, rain and fog. Begin with simple subjects and move progressively to challenging techniques such as wet-into-wet method. Learn how to understand the various stages of wetness of the paper as well as paint consistency in creating these magical effects and extend your knowledge to the next level. Demonstrations showing you how to create depth, incorporate figures, and connect shapes, edge control and how to exploit the medium in creating magical effects. Intermediate/Advanced
CHAN DISSANAYAKE
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Chan Dissanayake is a multi-award-winning watercolour artist’s living in Canberra ACT. He is also a highly regarded tutor and a well-respected judge of local and regional art awards. Over the last 15 years his passion has turned to watercolour. A medium that thrives in spontaneous response and free expression.
His mastery in watercolour is manifested by the vast varying subject matter that he tackles from rural landscapes, urban city scapes to coastal seascapes. In 2017, Chan received the ultimate accolade for an Australian Watercolourist when he was elected to the elite Australian Watercolour Institute. In 2018, Chan was invited as a guest artist to attend International Watercolour week in Youyu, China. Known for his innovative approach to teaching and generosity in sharing his knowledge, Chan has gained considerable reputation as an outstanding tutor.
He conducts workshops throughout the country and leads international painting tours. Currently, he teaches watercolour at the ANU (Australian National University). He has contributed many articles to leading art publications including International Artist, Australian Artist and Artists Palette.
His quick and direct approach to watercolour has earned him much success and respect both nationally and internationally
Insta chandissanayake
Chan Dissanayake is a multi-award-winning watercolour artist’s living in Canberra ACT. He is also a highly regarded tutor and a well-respected judge of local and regional art awards. Over the last 15 years his passion has turned to watercolour. A medium that thrives in spontaneous response and free expression.
His mastery in watercolour is manifested by the vast varying subject matter that he tackles from rural landscapes, urban city scapes to coastal seascapes. In 2017, Chan received the ultimate accolade for an Australian Watercolourist when he was elected to the elite Australian Watercolour Institute. In 2018, Chan was invited as a guest artist to attend International Watercolour week in Youyu, China. Known for his innovative approach to teaching and generosity in sharing his knowledge, Chan has gained considerable reputation as an outstanding tutor.
He conducts workshops throughout the country and leads international painting tours. Currently, he teaches watercolour at the ANU (Australian National University). He has contributed many articles to leading art publications including International Artist, Australian Artist and Artists Palette.
His quick and direct approach to watercolour has earned him much success and respect both nationally and internationally
