'Painting With The Painter' with Daniel Butterworth
Saturday 24th April and Sunday 25th April 10am -3pm
Edward River Art Society Sunday School
Join acclaimed Australian artist Daniel Butterworth for two exciting days of expressive painting, exploring landscapes on day one and portraits and the human figure on day two. Discover a bold, spontaneous approach to painting.
How to book
Bookings are open now: https://www.trybooking.com/DQWUV
Pricing:
$320 per person - Non Members
$290 per person - for ERAS Members
or $315 become a ERAS member (includes workshop ticket)
Please note that this workshop is has a maximum of 15 places, so bookings are essential.
About the workshop
Join acclaimed Australian artist Daniel Butterworth for an inspiring two-day workshop exploring expressive painting through landscape, portraiture and the human figure.
Known for his bold brushwork, vibrant colour and spontaneous approach, Daniel will encourage participants to loosen up, experiment and discover new ways of seeing and interpreting their subjects.
Day 1 – Expressive Landscapes
Explore the landscape with fresh eyes, moving beyond simply recording what you see to creating paintings full of energy, atmosphere and personality. Experiment with black and white house paint, composition, mark-making and expressive brushwork as you develop your own interpretation of the landscape.
Day 2 – Portrait and Figure
Discover a freer, more expressive approach to painting people. Explore the character, form and personality of your subject through confident marks, strong tonal valuesall in black and white. Daniel will encourage you to move beyond the pursuit of a perfect likeness and embrace the expressive possibilities of portrait and figure painting.
Across both days, the emphasis will be on experimentation, creative freedom and developing confidence in your own artistic style.
A wonderful opportunity to learn from an accomplished and highly regarded Australian artist, challenge your usual painting habits and enjoy two days of creative exploration.
Equipment required to Bring:
Black and white House paint
Carboard (to use as a canvas)
Paint Brushes
Rags
Apron or old clothes
About the artist
Daniel Butterworth is an accomplished Australian figurative and portrait artist whose passion for art began at just eight years of age, when seeing a Rembrandt self-portrait inspired a lifelong desire to draw and paint.
Based in Kyneton, Victoria, Daniel has been a practising artist for more than 20 years. After beginning his career as a signwriter, he went on to complete a Bachelor of Fine Arts at La Trobe University.
Daniel has achieved considerable recognition through his selection as a finalist in many of Australia's prestigious art prizes, including the Archibald Prize, Doug Moran National Portrait Prize, Brisbane Portrait Prize, Black Swan Portraiture Prize, Percival Portrait Painting Prize and Kilgour Prize.
Known for his bold, expressive and spontaneous approach, Daniel frequently uses self-portraiture to explore personal, social and political themes. His distinctive painting style combines energetic brushwork, strong tonal values and vibrant colour. Often working on recycled cardboard with household acrylic paints, he embraces the freedom and unpredictability of his materials to create powerful, character-filled works.
Daniel has exhibited extensively in solo and group exhibitions and is a sought-after workshop tutor, encouraging artists to loosen their technique, experiment with materials and develop confidence in their own creative expression.
In 2025, Daniel appeared in the opening episode of the Australian television series Portrait Artist of the Year, showcasing his distinctive approach to portraiture to a national audience.
Website: danielbutterworth.com
Instagram: dan_butterworth_artist
