FINDING YOUR NATURAL FLOW WITH QIGONG & WATERCOLOUR

Name: FINDING YOUR NATURAL FLOW WITH QIGONG & WATERCOLOUR
Start: 2026-09-13T08:45:00+10:00
End: 2026-09-13T08:45:00+10:00
Location: Our Secret Garden

About

Mel & Ann-maree invite you to a morning of mindfulness, movement & creativity. Nourish your body, calm your mind & awaken your creative spirit.

We begin with a gently guided Qigong session led by certified Qigong Teacher, Mel from In Harmony Qigong. Followed by a nourishing morning tea. Then unwind with a relaxing watercolour class led by Watercolourist & Designer, Ann-maree, from Ann-maree Artist.

No experience is needed. Simply bring yourself, an open heart & a willingness to create. This morning is designed for beginners!

📅 Sunday 13th September
🕓 9:00am – 12:30pm
📍 Our Secret Garden, Berkeley Vale
💫 Investment: $89pp

Including:

* Delicious morning tea with herbal teas
* Qigong movement, breathing & meditation
* Watercolour art lesson
* Take home artwork
* Parking onsite
* Stunning natural setting

BYO Water & apron to protect your clothing. Wear loose comfy layers, supple shoes & socks.
Please arrive at 8:45am for a 9:00am start. Important: indicate if you're Left or Right handed for the art space.

About Qigong & Mel
Qigong is a gentle yet profound practice that combines flowing movements, breathwork, meditation, mindful embodiment, & supportive lifestyle wisdom. Practised in harmony, these nourishing tools allow us to reconnect into calm, regulate our emotions, & soothe the nervous system. Known as the “new yoga” Qigong is much easier, gentler & deeply restorative without any experience nor equipment needed.

By cultivating & balancing your Qi (life-force energy), Qigong supports the release of stagnant energy, inviting greater vitality, flow, coherence, & inner peace. Rooted in the wisdom of nature, Qigong also fosters a deeper connection to the natural rhythms, & flows of life, bringing a greater sense of balance, presence, & wellbeing.

As a certified Qigong Teacher, Mel is passionate about sharing holistic, self-empowering practices that support deep wellbeing. Through gentle guidance, sacred wisdom, & a welcoming space, she helps others reconnect with themselves, build resilience, & cultivate greater ease in daily life.

Central to her offerings is the power of community - coming together to flow, grow, & nourish one another.

About Art & Ann-maree
Ann-maree Morgan is an Australian wildlife & watercolour artist based on the NSW Central Coast. Inspired by the natural beauty of Australia & her travels as a resident cruise ship artist, Ann-maree creates original watercolour paintings of native birds, animals & landscapes, limited edition giclée prints & custom pet portrait commissions. Her work captures the character & spirit of her subjects with warmth, fine detail & a deep love of the natural world, earning her collectors throughout the globe.

Bringing the same passion to teaching as she does to painting, Ann-Maree hosts art classes aboard world cruises & leads local workshops where she shares the joy of creativity with people of all skill levels. Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or looking to refine your technique, her encouraging & relaxed approach helps everyone connect with their inner artist.

Designed especially for beginners, this watercolour workshop is an enjoyable & accessible creative experience. Ann-Maree will guide you through every brushstroke, making the process simple, inspiring & fun. Discover the beauty of working with watercolour as you learn to embrace the fluidity of the medium, creating soft washes, blended layers & expressive details.

By the end of the class, you'll have your own beautiful watercolour painting to take home - a charming kookaburra that captures the essence of one of Australia's most iconic native birds. Symbolising emotional healing, renewal & joy, the kookaburra is the perfect symbol to celebrate the season.

Spring is a wonderful time to embrace creativity & reconnect with yourself. As nature awakens from winter's quiet hibernation, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to welcome the season of renewal through art.

Disclaimer: Info subject to change. Always seek advice from your health care practitioner if you’re concerned when starting any fitness program or have any health issues. This workshop is open to all who are medically fit, independently mobile & can participate without assistance. If there’s any doubt as to whether you are medical fit, a medical clearance letter from a qualified health practitioner will be required prior to attending. Be aware that your health & safety is your own responsibility, so it’s important to listen carefully to the guidance given & to adjust your practice to suit your individual limitations to make sure that no injury occurs. Participants are encouraged to be aware of how they’re feeling during the practice & encouraged to rest as needed. In terms of physical exertion, Qigong is similar to walking.