Simpsons Gap: Sunset Watercolour Workshop

Experience the beauty of Simpson Gap at sunset while learning the art of watercolour painting in a fun and engaging workshop just outside of Alice Springs.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Simpsons Gap - Join award-winning tour guide and artist Anna Dakin in this engaging workshop where participants will explore the fundamentals of watercolor painting. The workshop includes a variety of dynamic exercises tailored to all skill levels, from novice to advanced.
    Experience the vibrant reds of Simpsons Gap’s rock walls as they intensify…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Beginner friendly adult focused class
  • Snacks
  • Use of art materials
Additional Information

This evening adventure is located just 18 kilometers from Alice Springs at Simpsons Gap, a natural marvel that bursts with color as the sun sets, making it an ideal location for watercolor painting! In this workshop, participants will learn the fundamentals of watercolor painting through a series of exercises aimed at helping them relax and enjoy the…

Location
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I can pick you up from your accommodation in Alice Springs, or, if you'd prefer, we can plan to meet out at Simpsons Gap.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Tracemitch92
Jul 5, 2026
Great experience - This was a lovely experience learning how to do watercolour painting while being outside with nature and learning about the cultural aspects as well. Anna was a great tutor and guide. Thanks Anna for a great afternoon.
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P6349aydeborahw
May 11, 2026
Lovely - Lovely experience injoyed painting at simpson gap beutiful
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Navigator38904159696
Nov 16, 2025
Relaxing - Very peaceful and informative! Was a great experience, thanks! :) Super relaxing and great cheese :) It was a great art class with lots of information, Anna was a great teacher. Thanks again :)
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Caron_l
Oct 6, 2025
Super SunDay session - So good! Beautiful tranquil way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Anna gave us invaluable tips and skills before painting our scenery. Would highly recommend this experience to anyone.
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Natalie
Oct 5, 2025
Perfect way to tap into your creative side while soaking up stunning views - This is the perfect way to spend an afternoon taking in beautiful surrounds while learning how to paint with watercolours. Anna is an excellent teacher. As well as providing an inspiring spot to paint, she taught us in a way we can continue to improve and grow on our own. Her friendly and gentle approach made it feel easy and was just what I needed (as someone who hasn’t touched a paintbrush since highschool😅). Thank you Anna🎨 Ps. Oh and the cheese platter is 11/10💃
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Fellowtraveler332341
Oct 5, 2025
Our highlight of Alice Springs trip! - This class was an absolute highlight of our Outback Australia trip. It was so incredibly relaxing and beautiful to be painting on site of one of the most striking rock formations in Alice Springs. We even got to see lots of Black-footed Rock Wallabies. It was easily suited to our two teen daughters and very reluctant beginner husband. Anna was such a delight and we could have spent hours more time with her. A must do and a fun souvenir of our own painting to bring home to remember our holiday!
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Oliviawh2755qp
Oct 5, 2025
Amazing way to experience Alice Springs for beginners and experts - As a beginner painter this was a really great introduction into using watercolour and Anna was really great at explaining and letting us practice before we started our final masterpiece. It was so peaceful sitting, listening to nature and painting what we could see around us.
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Rebekahm463
Sep 2, 2025
Looking for a unique experience that comes with a keepsake? This is it. - Our host, Anna, was so thoughtful offering multiple ways for guests to be comfortable during the experience (mat, camp chair or easel!). The introduction to water colour techniques was delivered clearly in a way that was easy for a novice like me to follow. Focusing on painting was a lovely opportunity for me to appreciate so many elements of Simpsons Gap I wouldn’t otherwise have noticed. The best part is that I have a lovely watercolour painting I proudly display in my home as the souvenir from my 2025 trip to Alice Springs!
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Monika
Aug 25, 2025
Relaxing afternoon in Alice Springs - 4 ladies ( 1 British guide) and 3 middle age American visitors. Our guide selected a beautiful area for our water colors session. Came with all of the things needed for this activity and she was knowledgeable and excited to give us the lesson. So we were siting, taking about everything, of course painting was a major topic but many others as well. After basic training we were served a beautiful cheese tray with locally made various crackers-delish! Then the final step was to make the painting of your choice with the knowledge made. Well, it was an awesome activity and I may take water painting as my new hobby! It’s a stress relieving and relaxing activity
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Psmino
Aug 22, 2025
Beginner’s Watercolour Class - Had a great introduction to water colour painting & the view was fantastic - we were warned it gets cold very quickly & it did but we were prepared
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From $122
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).