Jin & Tones Charcoal & Curiosity: Portrait Workshop

Charcoal & Curiosity: Drawing from the Inside Out

A mindful and messy portrait workshop to reconnect with your creative spark.

Get your hands dirty and your imagination fired up in this expressive charcoal drawing workshop led by your friendly neighbourhood artist Phuong.

Not going to lie, you will get a bit of charcoal on your face! Messiness encouraged 👌

Designed for beginners who crave a little creative challenge and an excuse to drink with friends, this 75 minute session uses playful portrait exercises to gently quiet the inner critic and awaken your inner child. You’ll explore bold marks, quick gestures, and soft smudges — to enjoy the magic of making something with your own hands and unlock a new skill.

Through guided steps, tears of laughter, and connection, you’ll leave with a unique portrait and an even a deeper connection with your team/friends/family and yourself. You’ll team up with a partner and share plenty of laughs as you embark on a creative journey together.

✨ No drawing experience required
🖤 Everyone receives a take-home starter drawing kit (willow charcoal, kneadable eraser, blending stumps, acid-free cartridge paper)
👕 Please wear something dark or that you don’t mind getting a little messy

😉🤳 Option to draw a selfie self portrait or your partner

📍 On location — I’ll come to your chosen space (office, event, retreat—you name it) with everything ready to go. You just show up and draw.
📍 Available in Sydney, Australia.

Perfect For

• Corporate team building

• Wellness retreats

• Hens parties

• Birthdays

Workshop Breakdown

• Introduction & reconnecting with yourself

• Let it all out on paper

• Speed face drawing – Task 1

• Speed face drawing – Task 2

• Step-by-step portrait demonstration

• Homework & closing reflections

Workshop Pricing

Choose the option that best suits your group:

• Per Person Rate:
  $48 per participant (minimum of 6 participants)

• Flat Group Rate:
  $780 for a private group of up to 26 participants — perfect for teams or larger celebrations

🖤 Want to go deeper? Upgrade to "Deep Tones" – a 2-hour experience

For those who want more time to explore and refine their portrait, Deep Tones offers a more comprehensive, relaxed version of the workshop. With a longer session, you’ll have more space to experiment, receive in-depth guidance from Phuong, and walk away with an even more expressive and polished piece.

This extended option includes:

• A longer, more mindful drawing flow

• Extra time for warm-ups and experimentation (even a fun game or two)

• Slower-paced portrait instruction with more one-on-one support

• Optional time for group sharing or reflections

Perfect for offsites, retreats, or anyone who wants a deeper creative experience.

Pricing for Deep Tones:

• $68 per participant (minimum 6 people)

• $1,050 flat rate for up to 26 participants

If you're unsure which option works best, feel free to get in touch and we’ll help you choose.

Add-ons & Travel

• Travel Fees: For locations outside the Sydney metro area, a travel fee may apply. Just let us know your venue and we’ll provide a quote.

• Customisation: Want a themed workshop, or something tailored to your group? We’re happy to personalise the experience — just ask!

Once your order is processed, we’ll be in touch to arrange your preferred date and time. Looking forward to drawing with you!

🍸 A Note on Drinks

This workshop is fun on its own—but if you’d like to provide drinks for your group (like a paint-and-sip experience), you’re more than welcome to do so. Please enjoy responsibly and be respectful at all times. Please read my Terms & Conditions.