COLLEY WHISSON. MONTREAL, CANADA
5 Day Landscape painting workshop. Montreal, Canada
(September 06 - 12, 2026)
COLLEY WHISSON
MONTREAL, CANADA
5 Day Landscape Painting Workshop
Montreal, Canada
September 06 - 12, 2026 (Sunday arrival is a free day, workshop is Monday thru Friday, bus returns to airport Saturday at 10am.)
All inclusive package: $3,600 (* double occupancy)
(*Single Occupancy w/ private bath add $550)
* (non-workshop spouse / Guest welcome @ $1,800)
All inclusive package includes:
5 day Workshop instruction,
6 night Accommodations,
6 Breakfasts,
5 boxed lunches,
Ground transportation to and from Montreal - Trudeau International airport,
All ground transportation to and from daily painting locations.
(Does not include Air or travel insurance. You are responsible for your evening meals..
Call Todd to register (603) 819-9100
Email Todd: [email protected]
5-Day Plein Air Painting Workshop with Colley WhissonLocation: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Dates: September 06 - 12, 2026
Join internationally acclaimed Australian artist Colley Whisson for an unforgettable five-day plein air painting workshop in the vibrant and historic city of Montreal.
Known for its European charm, rich architectural heritage, and dynamic street scenes, Montreal offers a stunning and diverse range of painting subjects—from old-world facades and bustling cafés to sweeping parks and riverside vistas. This immersive workshop will take full advantage of the city’s visual beauty, providing painters of all levels with daily on-location instruction in the heart of one of Canada’s most artistic cities.
Each day will feature plein air painting sessions, live demonstrations by Colley, and plenty of personalized attention. Colley will share his process and techniques for capturing light, atmosphere, and spontaneity with confidence and clarity—guiding you to push your work to the next level.
What’s Included:
Spaces are limited—early registration is recommended.
Come paint, learn, and explore the rich textures and luminous light of Montreal with one of today’s leading plein air artists.
* Average temperature in Montreal in early September is 66 - 72 Degrees F.
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Colley's BIO
MONTREAL, CANADA
5 Day Landscape Painting Workshop
Montreal, Canada
September 06 - 12, 2026 (Sunday arrival is a free day, workshop is Monday thru Friday, bus returns to airport Saturday at 10am.)
All inclusive package: $3,600 (* double occupancy)
(*Single Occupancy w/ private bath add $550)
* (non-workshop spouse / Guest welcome @ $1,800)
All inclusive package includes:
5 day Workshop instruction,
6 night Accommodations,
6 Breakfasts,
5 boxed lunches,
Ground transportation to and from Montreal - Trudeau International airport,
All ground transportation to and from daily painting locations.
(Does not include Air or travel insurance. You are responsible for your evening meals..
Call Todd to register (603) 819-9100
Email Todd: [email protected]
5-Day Plein Air Painting Workshop with Colley WhissonLocation: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Dates: September 06 - 12, 2026
Join internationally acclaimed Australian artist Colley Whisson for an unforgettable five-day plein air painting workshop in the vibrant and historic city of Montreal.
Known for its European charm, rich architectural heritage, and dynamic street scenes, Montreal offers a stunning and diverse range of painting subjects—from old-world facades and bustling cafés to sweeping parks and riverside vistas. This immersive workshop will take full advantage of the city’s visual beauty, providing painters of all levels with daily on-location instruction in the heart of one of Canada’s most artistic cities.
Each day will feature plein air painting sessions, live demonstrations by Colley, and plenty of personalized attention. Colley will share his process and techniques for capturing light, atmosphere, and spontaneity with confidence and clarity—guiding you to push your work to the next level.
What’s Included:
- Five full days of plein air instruction with Colley Whisson
- Daily painting demonstrations and critiques
- 6 Nights accommodations in Montreal hotel
- Ground transport to and from Montreal Airport plus ground transport to all painting sites.
- Carefully curated outdoor locations showcasing Montreal’s most inspiring scenes
- Individual feedback and one-on-one guidance
- A supportive and engaging group atmosphere
Spaces are limited—early registration is recommended.
Come paint, learn, and explore the rich textures and luminous light of Montreal with one of today’s leading plein air artists.
* Average temperature in Montreal in early September is 66 - 72 Degrees F.
Scroll below for:
Registration
Accommodations
Travel / Passport
Art Supply
Itinerary
FAQ
Colley's BIO
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION:
All Inclusive workshop package $3,600 (*Double Occ). (*Single Occ/Private bath add $550).
* ( non-workshop spouse / guest package $1,800).
(package includes 5 day Workshop, Accommodations 6 nights, 6 Breakfasts, 5 boxed lunches, All ground transport to and from airport and all painting sites.
* ( non-workshop guest package includes everything except the workshop and presumes guest is sharing a room with their spouse / significant other).
(Price does not include Airfare or travel insurance).
Call Todd Bonita (603) 819-9100
email: [email protected]
$500 Deposit required to hold your space in the workshop. We accept the following types of payment:
1) Credit card or Pay Pal (add 4% for process fee)
2) Venmo @Todd-bonita (add 2% for Venmo’s new process fee)
3) Cash for teachers pet.😎
4) Checks. Please make check out to Todd Bonita and mailed to:
Todd Bonita
28 McShane Ave.
Greenland, NH 03840
Please write, "Whisson Montreal workshop" in the memo on the check for my bookkeeper.
PAYMENTS for WORKSHOP
1) $5 deposit due at registration to reserve your space and hold your room. ($1,000 if including non-workshop guest).
2) Balance / Final payment due 60 days before workshop.
CANCELATION / REFUND POLICY:
* 90 days notice or more refunded 100% of your payment to date, less $100 deposit admin and thrird party admin fee.
* 89 - 60 days notice of cancellation 100% of your payment to date, less $250 deposit admin and thrid party admin fee.
* Less than 60 days NO REFUNDS. NO EXCEPTIONS.
I recommend you arrange for travel insurance in the unlikely event of an unintended disruptions to your travel plans. Please understand that your deposits are used so that we can reserve our accommodations, transportation and reservations to third parties. For this reason, we have a strict, refund / cancellation policy that honors our agreement to these third parties. Registration in this workshop presumes you have read the refund / cancellation policy and agree to it. To confirm you have read the policy, we will ask for a confirmation email to follow your registration.
In the event that you must cancel, your deposit and / or installment payments will be forfeited as detailed by the dates shown above. We will make every effort to find a wait-listed alternate to take your place.
All Inclusive workshop package $3,600 (*Double Occ). (*Single Occ/Private bath add $550).
* ( non-workshop spouse / guest package $1,800).
(package includes 5 day Workshop, Accommodations 6 nights, 6 Breakfasts, 5 boxed lunches, All ground transport to and from airport and all painting sites.
* ( non-workshop guest package includes everything except the workshop and presumes guest is sharing a room with their spouse / significant other).
(Price does not include Airfare or travel insurance).
Call Todd Bonita (603) 819-9100
email: [email protected]
$500 Deposit required to hold your space in the workshop. We accept the following types of payment:
1) Credit card or Pay Pal (add 4% for process fee)
2) Venmo @Todd-bonita (add 2% for Venmo’s new process fee)
3) Cash for teachers pet.😎
4) Checks. Please make check out to Todd Bonita and mailed to:
Todd Bonita
28 McShane Ave.
Greenland, NH 03840
Please write, "Whisson Montreal workshop" in the memo on the check for my bookkeeper.
PAYMENTS for WORKSHOP
1) $5 deposit due at registration to reserve your space and hold your room. ($1,000 if including non-workshop guest).
2) Balance / Final payment due 60 days before workshop.
CANCELATION / REFUND POLICY:
* 90 days notice or more refunded 100% of your payment to date, less $100 deposit admin and thrird party admin fee.
* 89 - 60 days notice of cancellation 100% of your payment to date, less $250 deposit admin and thrid party admin fee.
* Less than 60 days NO REFUNDS. NO EXCEPTIONS.
I recommend you arrange for travel insurance in the unlikely event of an unintended disruptions to your travel plans. Please understand that your deposits are used so that we can reserve our accommodations, transportation and reservations to third parties. For this reason, we have a strict, refund / cancellation policy that honors our agreement to these third parties. Registration in this workshop presumes you have read the refund / cancellation policy and agree to it. To confirm you have read the policy, we will ask for a confirmation email to follow your registration.
In the event that you must cancel, your deposit and / or installment payments will be forfeited as detailed by the dates shown above. We will make every effort to find a wait-listed alternate to take your place.
ACCOMODATIONS
Montreals Mont Royal Park.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Our Bed and Breakfast is located in the quaint Canadian city of Montreal and will be headquarters for our workshop. Your package includes:
* 6 Nights stay from Sunday thru check out on Saturday
* All rooms are very cozy and have Queen bed and private bath
* Full Breakfast each morning
* WIFI in all rooms
* Non-workshop spouse / guest / friend / significant others are welcome to join our Canadian adventure at prorate of $1,800, presuming they will be sharing a room with the registered workshop participant they are traveling with. This rate entitles the guest to the same package as the workshop participant but simply excludes the 5 day workshop instruction.
Our Bed and Breakfast is located in the quaint Canadian city of Montreal and will be headquarters for our workshop. Your package includes:
* 6 Nights stay from Sunday thru check out on Saturday
* All rooms are very cozy and have Queen bed and private bath
* Full Breakfast each morning
* WIFI in all rooms
* Non-workshop spouse / guest / friend / significant others are welcome to join our Canadian adventure at prorate of $1,800, presuming they will be sharing a room with the registered workshop participant they are traveling with. This rate entitles the guest to the same package as the workshop participant but simply excludes the 5 day workshop instruction.
SUPPLY LIST
Available upon registration
FLYING w PAINT / TSA / PASSPORT :
PRINT THIS CARD. INCLUDE w/ PAINTS.
FLYING w/ PAINT (TSA)
It is recommended that you pack your paints in your suitcase, NOT carry-on. I include a typed note saying, "ARTIST COLORS MADE FROM VEGETABLE OILS".... in the event of TSA investigating my luggage. Never had a problem.
GAMBLIN (Travel with paint tips)
* International TSA regulations do not exclude Gamsol brush cleaner from air travel. Make sure its in an air tight container.
* You can ship regulated / air travel-prohibited mediums to our destination. Please email me for details.
*This is an excellent, soup to nuts over view of how to travel with your paints and deal with TSA and insure best odds of smooth travel. CLICK HERE.
PASSPORT
* if Montreal is an International flight for you, you will require a passport. Make sure yours is up to date and not expired.
** PLEASE NOTE** If your passport expires within three months of your travel time, you cannot fly International. Its fairly simple and expediant to update your passport these days.
It is recommended that you pack your paints in your suitcase, NOT carry-on. I include a typed note saying, "ARTIST COLORS MADE FROM VEGETABLE OILS".... in the event of TSA investigating my luggage. Never had a problem.
GAMBLIN (Travel with paint tips)
* International TSA regulations do not exclude Gamsol brush cleaner from air travel. Make sure its in an air tight container.
* You can ship regulated / air travel-prohibited mediums to our destination. Please email me for details.
*This is an excellent, soup to nuts over view of how to travel with your paints and deal with TSA and insure best odds of smooth travel. CLICK HERE.
PASSPORT
* if Montreal is an International flight for you, you will require a passport. Make sure yours is up to date and not expired.
** PLEASE NOTE** If your passport expires within three months of your travel time, you cannot fly International. Its fairly simple and expediant to update your passport these days.
ITINERARY
Colley Whisson
ITINERARY
* (Subject to change)
Sunday:
4:00 pm: Rendezvous at Montreal - Trudeau International airport, arrival terminal for van pick up and ride to our hotel (14 miles away / 25 minute ride). (Specific details provided after workshop registration).
Todd's cell # (603) 819-9100).
Check in, relax, option to meet at nearby restaurant, informal, get acquainted dinner and /or drinks.
Monday:
After breakfast, meet in the lobby with your art supplies ready to go at 9am. This will be our motus opperendi Monday through Friday. Our coach will take us daily to our painting site. Boxed lunch will be provided daily. Paint in Old Montreal, cobbled streets and charming period architecture. Workshop is from 9am -4pm daily. Our coach will take us back to our hotel at 4pm unless otherwise noted.
Tuesday:
After breakfast, Notre Dame Basilica, Old City, Montreal.
Wednesday:
After breakfast, Mount Royal Park.
Thurssday:
After breakfast, Montreal Botanical Gardens.
Friday:
After breakfast, Old Port. City waterfront.
Saturday:
After breakfast, Rendezvous at 9am at the hotel lobby with luggage. Van will take you to airport for departure (about 30 minutes with aprox arrival time of just before 10am)
* (Subject to change)
Sunday:
4:00 pm: Rendezvous at Montreal - Trudeau International airport, arrival terminal for van pick up and ride to our hotel (14 miles away / 25 minute ride). (Specific details provided after workshop registration).
Todd's cell # (603) 819-9100).
Check in, relax, option to meet at nearby restaurant, informal, get acquainted dinner and /or drinks.
Monday:
After breakfast, meet in the lobby with your art supplies ready to go at 9am. This will be our motus opperendi Monday through Friday. Our coach will take us daily to our painting site. Boxed lunch will be provided daily. Paint in Old Montreal, cobbled streets and charming period architecture. Workshop is from 9am -4pm daily. Our coach will take us back to our hotel at 4pm unless otherwise noted.
Tuesday:
After breakfast, Notre Dame Basilica, Old City, Montreal.
Wednesday:
After breakfast, Mount Royal Park.
Thurssday:
After breakfast, Montreal Botanical Gardens.
Friday:
After breakfast, Old Port. City waterfront.
Saturday:
After breakfast, Rendezvous at 9am at the hotel lobby with luggage. Van will take you to airport for departure (about 30 minutes with aprox arrival time of just before 10am)
F.A.Q (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)
Colley Whisson
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
(1) What if it rains?
(a) If its a light mist and occasional showers, we will tread on. Bring an easel umbrella. I like Easy L umbrella. CLICK HERE
Otherwise, we have an excellent indoor facility nearby.
(2) What should we wear?
Dress appropriately for the weather. September in Montreal average temps are high of 66 - 72 F and a low of 54 F. For me, that is almost idealistic outdoor painting weather. September is one of the warmest months in Montreal and presents one of the most pleasant outdoor painting conditions. You may bring a hat with visor for sun protection and to keep your valuable artist eyes fresh from sun fatigue. You may wish to bring sun block as well. There is not a lot of strenuous walking but it is advised to bring comfortable shoes....Or, as Stapleton Kearns advises plein air painters, "Put butter in your shoes"...LOL
(3) What kind of currency should I bring?
Canadian dollars!. Most of the places we will go to accept credit cards but I like to bring some cash along as well for tipping or "just in case cash". For a week long workshop, I'm comfortable with my credit cards and a few hundred in cash. Please be sure to exchange your currency into Canadian Dollars
* Let your credit card company know you are traveling and you authorize use of your credit card for the time you will be away.
(4) Do they have hairdryers at the BnB?
Yes. its also good to note that the electrical outlets in Canada are the same as in the US. If you are coming from a country outside of USA / Canada, you will need an adaptor for electrical ooutlets.
(5) Will my cell phone work in Montreal?
Yes. You should contact your cell phone service provider and let them know you would like to enable International travel calling for the time you are in Canada.
(1) What if it rains?
(a) If its a light mist and occasional showers, we will tread on. Bring an easel umbrella. I like Easy L umbrella. CLICK HERE
Otherwise, we have an excellent indoor facility nearby.
(2) What should we wear?
Dress appropriately for the weather. September in Montreal average temps are high of 66 - 72 F and a low of 54 F. For me, that is almost idealistic outdoor painting weather. September is one of the warmest months in Montreal and presents one of the most pleasant outdoor painting conditions. You may bring a hat with visor for sun protection and to keep your valuable artist eyes fresh from sun fatigue. You may wish to bring sun block as well. There is not a lot of strenuous walking but it is advised to bring comfortable shoes....Or, as Stapleton Kearns advises plein air painters, "Put butter in your shoes"...LOL
(3) What kind of currency should I bring?
Canadian dollars!. Most of the places we will go to accept credit cards but I like to bring some cash along as well for tipping or "just in case cash". For a week long workshop, I'm comfortable with my credit cards and a few hundred in cash. Please be sure to exchange your currency into Canadian Dollars
* Let your credit card company know you are traveling and you authorize use of your credit card for the time you will be away.
(4) Do they have hairdryers at the BnB?
Yes. its also good to note that the electrical outlets in Canada are the same as in the US. If you are coming from a country outside of USA / Canada, you will need an adaptor for electrical ooutlets.
(5) Will my cell phone work in Montreal?
Yes. You should contact your cell phone service provider and let them know you would like to enable International travel calling for the time you are in Canada.
COLLEY WHISSON PAINTINGS
COLLEY WHISSON
COLLEY WHISSON
was born in Brisbane, Australia in 1966. I grew up in semi-rural surrounds which gave me an appreciation for nature and the outdoors, enjoying every opportunity I’ve been given to study and appreciate its nuances. In 1985 I had a brief stint as a picture framer which I now look back upon as an excellent introduction to the art world as a young adult.
After giving me, all the necessary fundamentals required in becoming an artist my father Eric encouraged and guided my early artistic direction.
I have long believed “It’s not what you paint but how you paint it”. With this in the fore-front of my mind I’ve dedicated myself to developing my skills to the highest level possible. I’m aiming to tell a visual story with clarity and sophistication but I am also driven to distort and abstract the image as much as possible while still maintaining a realistic image. I am deeply honoured to be able to regularly hold exhibitions, tutoring appointments, judging and demonstrations in Australia and abroad. To carry the tag as quoted "one of Australia’s finest Impressionist painters" is a great personal achievement.
My first Solo Exhibition at age of 24 was a sell-out, a very encouraging sign to launch my career. Since then I have held numerous Solo and Joint Exhibitions. I have also written articles in Australia, United States, South Africa & International Artist Magazine's. I am the author of 2 books "Creating Impressionist Landscape in Oil" - 2001 & "Impressionist Painting Made Easy" - 2009. These books and my DVD's are both sought after by collectors, artists and libraries nationally and internationally.
My aim is to share my knowledge and joy of painting with like-minded artist’s world-wide. Throughout my career I have been blessed to be able to share this wonderful artistic journey with my wife and 2 sons.
This journey is ongoing and I look forward to each time I return to my easel.
was born in Brisbane, Australia in 1966. I grew up in semi-rural surrounds which gave me an appreciation for nature and the outdoors, enjoying every opportunity I’ve been given to study and appreciate its nuances. In 1985 I had a brief stint as a picture framer which I now look back upon as an excellent introduction to the art world as a young adult.
After giving me, all the necessary fundamentals required in becoming an artist my father Eric encouraged and guided my early artistic direction.
I have long believed “It’s not what you paint but how you paint it”. With this in the fore-front of my mind I’ve dedicated myself to developing my skills to the highest level possible. I’m aiming to tell a visual story with clarity and sophistication but I am also driven to distort and abstract the image as much as possible while still maintaining a realistic image. I am deeply honoured to be able to regularly hold exhibitions, tutoring appointments, judging and demonstrations in Australia and abroad. To carry the tag as quoted "one of Australia’s finest Impressionist painters" is a great personal achievement.
My first Solo Exhibition at age of 24 was a sell-out, a very encouraging sign to launch my career. Since then I have held numerous Solo and Joint Exhibitions. I have also written articles in Australia, United States, South Africa & International Artist Magazine's. I am the author of 2 books "Creating Impressionist Landscape in Oil" - 2001 & "Impressionist Painting Made Easy" - 2009. These books and my DVD's are both sought after by collectors, artists and libraries nationally and internationally.
My aim is to share my knowledge and joy of painting with like-minded artist’s world-wide. Throughout my career I have been blessed to be able to share this wonderful artistic journey with my wife and 2 sons.
This journey is ongoing and I look forward to each time I return to my easel.