Meet Penny

A little dream that became Acres of Art

Hi, I'm Penny.

Acres of Art started as a little dream — a dream that my friend Chrissy encouraged me to stop talking about and actually make happen.

Not long after, Chrissy passed away following a short illness, making this little studio even more meaningful to me.

Today, Acres of Art is a place where people can slow down, have a laugh, connect with each other and discover the simple joy of creating something with their own hands.

It's not about being an artist.

It's about the experience and the memories.

A place to relax, create and connect

Our studio sits on our working farm in Pakenham, surrounded by country views and open space.

I wanted to create somewhere that felt welcoming and relaxed — somewhere you could step away from the everyday hustle and spend a few hours doing something completely different.

Whether you're coming to a public Paint & Sip, celebrating with friends, bringing your team together or creating a painting of your pet, I'll be there to guide you through it.

You don't need to be artistic

One of the things I hear most often is:

"But I can't paint!"

That's okay.

You don't need experience, confidence or any special artistic skills.

I'll guide you step-by-step, and I'll be there to help if you get stuck.

Why Acres of Art?

🌿 Working farm setting
🎨 Beginner-friendly guided sessions
🥂 BYO drinks & nibbles
😊 Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
🖌️ All painting materials supplied
🏡 Private events available
📍 Pakenham, Victoria

My hope for every guest

That you leave with an artwork, a relaxed mind and a memory worth keeping.

I'd love to welcome you to Acres of Art.

— Penny

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