Published on: 14 March 2024





In an exciting incursion on Monday, Year 11 and 12 ATAR Visual Arts students participated in an engaging workshop led by esteemed artist Desiree Crossing. The workshop offered the group an immersive experience and expert guidance from a highly regarded practicing artist.

As part of their ATAR curriculum, students are tasked with creating a number of resolved artworks. The workshop served as an invaluable opportunity to development their painting skills to help with this component of their studies. Students delved into various painting techniques and processes tailored to their individual projects. They also had the chance to gain insights into life after Year 12 and engage directly with Desiree.

Desiree is known for her sumptuous oil paintings that blend classical techniques with a contemporary spirit. She exhibits regularly across Australia and internationally, and her work is held within private and government collections around the world. Desiree has been a finalist in many of Australia’s most prestigious art awards, including being the recipient of the Baldock Family People’s Choice Award at the 2021 Lester Prize for Portraiture. She has also undertaken two artist residencies in Italy.

The workshop was a resounding success, with students benefiting greatly from Desiree’s knowledge and experience.