About PETSCHEL HOUSE

Petschel House Hamilton is the home of artists Jenni Mitchell and Mervyn Hannan. In 2016 Jenni and Mervyn relocated their studios and galleries from Eltham to a beautiful 14 acre heritage Bluestone home with extensive gardens and lake. New studios and galleries have evolved and now support painting classes and open days. Jenni and Mervyn both grew up in the artistic shadow of Eltham's Montsalvat artists colony. Mervyn is from the founding family of Skippers and Jenni first began formal painting classes at the art colony as a 10 year on child. Jenni went on to have her own studio at Montsalvat and run classes from there. Both artists have travelled extensively overseas and into the desert regions of Australia. Jenni Mitchell has exhibited her work around the globe and is held in many public and private collections. Visitors are welcome at Petschel House to wander the gardens, view the studios and purchase works of art or home grown produce from the large productive orchard and gardens. Best to Phone ahead on 0417585102. Petschel House is located at 107 Petschels Lane Hamilton Victoria. 3300

Melbourne Cup Weekend: Discover Art and Gardens at Petschel House in Hamilton

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Petschel House will be open for Melbourne Cup Weekend from November 2 to 5, 11am to 5pm. This historic property, expanded by artists Jenni Mitchell and Mervyn Hannan, features gardens, art studios, and an orchard. Visitors can explore the grounds and purchase their recently launched book, “Gariwerd Grampians.” Continue reading

GARIWERD GRAMPIANS: From The Mountains to the Plains

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Book Launch

Gariwerd/Grampians: From the Mountains to the Plains

Art & Photography by Jenni Mitchell & Mervyn Hannan

Tol be launched by

Allan Myers Easter Saturday,

30 March 2024 Sterling Place, Dunkeld.

Please RSVP as the poster by March 25.

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Wild Places

Painting photography & pastels

JENNI MITCHELL & MERVYN HANNAN

Invitation to New Exhibition

Petschel House: Gallery, Gardens, Studio and Orchard are OPEN THIS ~ WEEKEND and MONDAY

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SAT, SUN, MON 12:00 – 5.30

107 PETSCHELS LANE Hamilton Victoria

VISIT HAMILTON this weekend and stay till Tuesday because it is SHEEPVENTION time at the Showgrounds.

We will be opening our Gallery & Gardens each afternoon for visitors and locals to come and see what we have here. Look to a coming to future painting workshop, be inspired by our gardens, artworks or purchase produce from our orchard. Petschel House is set on 14 acres, a slice of its former rich history in the Western District.

August Open Days @ Petschels House

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Petschel House is open by appointment during the week and most weekends. If you would like to be sure we are here it is best to call ahead on 0417 585 102. We are very happy to take visitors through our gardens and studio if we are home. Otherwise – three special days coming up.

            

Petschel House will be open for three afternoons in August for guests to come and visit our Bijou Gallery and have a look around the gardens and orchards. The Studios will also be open. You may find produce to your liking, a piece of art or specialist jewellery.

Sunflowers & Pencil Pines.

An Afternoon of Spring Painting

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Join Jenni Mitchell and MervynHannan for a relaxing afternoon of drawing or painting around the extensive gardens, or in the comfort of the painting studio.

Petschel House is set on 14 acres of formal, cottage, orchard and paddocks with sheep and alpacas. The Bijou Fine Art Gallery will also be open as well as the picture framing workshops. 

Jenni Mitchell will give a quick demonstration of how she approaches the subject to get a quick sketch down to work on in the field (garden) or later back in the studio. Mervyn will give a pastel demonstration. 

Bring your favourite art materials, a hat, sunscreen and anything else you may need for working in the landscape (garden). You are welcome to use the painting studio instead and indeed, if the weather is unkind its where we will all be working.

Limited art materials will be available or you may purchase directly from the studios.

Please Contact Jenni if you are interested in hearing more about the workshop or would like to make a booking. The workshop size will be kept small so there is more time to spend with each student. 

We welcome artists of all stages – newbies and experienced artists who would just like to work in a lovely environment with like minded people.

Refreshments will be provided and we will close with a delicious afternoon tea. 

.Date: Sunday 15th September
Time: 1.00 – 5.00
Address: Petschel House, 107 Petschels Lane Hamilton

Cost: $65  includes refreshments and afternoon tea.

For all enquiries and bookings:
Contact: Jenni Mitchell by Phone: 0417 585 102
Email: jenni@jennimitchell.com.au