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A sketch of Gardens House and surrounding gardens in fineliner pen and watercolour pencils.
23 Aug

Let’s Sketch Gardens House Workshop

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  • Workshop

Built in 1854 for Ferdinand von Mueller, Gardens House was positioned to enjoy a commanding view over the Gardens. It was home to William Guilfoyle and his family in the late 1800s. Successive Directors lived in the house until the mid-1990s. While the interior has been remodelled several times, the outer structure has been maintained. The Georgian-influenced façade still features its charming neo-gothic porch. The National Trust of Victoria has classified the exterior as worthy of retention.

Join Suzanne Hood to sketch Gardens House. Using a fineliner pen and watercolour pencils, Suzanne will provide guidance so you can capture your own impression of this beautiful building.

No experience is necessary. A materials list will be provided upon registration.

Hours

Date Times
Sat 23 Aug
  • 11am - 1pm 11:00am - 1:00pm

Location

Gardens House (entry Oak Lawn Gate),
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
Melbourne
Victoria 3004

Open in maps location for Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens

Price and bookings

From $55 to $60

Adult / general $60
Book online for Let’s Sketch Gardens House Workshop

Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 9650 6398
  • email address: friends@frbgmelb.org.au
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