All prices are in Australian Dollars.

• 8 day tour standard rooms $7752 (non-painting partners in same room $4312)
• Full 14 day tour standard room $10446 (non-painting partners in same room $5202)
• Full 14 day tour prestige room where available $11954 (non-painting partners in same room $5915, painting partners in same room $7497)

Includes: all tours, hot breakfasts at each location, welcome dinner, farewell dinner (full tour), art materials & tuition, tourguiding, transport, transfers from airport in New Zealand when flying with group.

Earlybird option for artists 5% off (discount between $387 and $597) if booked and paid in full before 5pm 20 December 2022.

Does not include: airfares, lunches and dinners, drinks.

Some details of tour may change due to unforeseen circumstances. If this happens we will let you know.

See ‘What are my payment options’ for extra options.

All prices are in Australian Dollars.

Earlybird option for artists 5% off (discount between $387 and $523) if booked and paid in full before 5pm 20 December 2022.

You can also choose to secure your spot with a deposit now, then split the cost with monthly payments until September 2023. Accounting fee applies, ask us for details.

All art materials are included! Even your very own quality, collectible apron with unique retreat logo.

If you want to learn to take your own photos for painting references, you will need to bring your own camera or smart phone device. Please also bring a manual with your camera!

Travel to/from the Art Retreat is not included in your booking. If you are travelling from/to Brisbane, you may choose to book tickets on the same flight as the teacher Jacqueline Hill.

Each day, you’ll experience the surroundings while learning plein air sketching and painting, under the guidance of your tutor.

There is plenty of quiet time, as well as opportunities to relax, explore the local area (we’ll be staying in a few different towns) and of course practice with your pencil and brush.

There will be several demonstration sessions where Jacqueline Hill will show you how she creates a full painting of a scene inspired by these amazing surroundings. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to create your own artwork, with her help.

On some days, we’ll enjoy fun and inspiring tours around the island. The cost of transport and entry to all of these tours are all included in your booking!

Yes, most of the rooms are air conditioned. Some accommodation supplies fans and heaters, or a wood fire to warm your room. Please get in touch with us if you have specific requirements.

We’re making sure the retreat is accessable to everyone. We have carefully selected the locations and accommodation to keep in mind people who have some mobility issues. There may be some short flights of stairs in some locations. If you have mobility concerns, please let us know so we can look out for you.

We recommend everyone going on this trip arranges their own travel insurance and provide us with a copy of your policy for safety.

Hot or continental breakfasts are included, along with a special Welcome Dinner and Farewell Dinner if you are joining the full tour. Drinks and other meals are not included, but we’ll guide you to a range of lovely restaurants, shops and other options.

If government lockdowns prevent us from travelling to/from the retreat locations in New Zealand during the retreat dates, then we will postpone the retreat if possible. Your health and safety is our foremost priority.

We recommend you find travel insurance that covers you in case the postponed dates aren’t suitable.

All bookings are bound by the terms and conditions. Please read through the terms and conditions of booking into the new Zealand Art Retreat 2023 here.