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Art classes for everyone

Art Est. is Sydney’s leading independent art school for kids, teens and adults.

Established in Leichhardt in 2008 by Jennifer McNamara, Art Est is a local art school where students of all ages and abilities can discover their artistic potential in a professional studio environment with practicing artists. Our refurbished and air-conditioned warehouse studios have transformed Art Est into a creative art space for painting, drawing, printmaking and ceramics.

Over the past 17 years, Art Est has gained a reputation for employing local creatives, offering a platform for new and emerging artists, and providing quality tuition in a nurturing and relaxed environment.

Classes are taught by award-winning practicing artists, qualified art teachers or art school graduates, and those who exhibit with respected galleries. Art Est. offers excellence in art education. It is not a registered training organisation (RTO) and does not offer accredited courses – it’s about making art accessible and getting everyday creatives in the same studio as practicing artists offering hands-on learning.

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Coming up

  • 16 Jan
    Expressive Drawing and Painting with Tannya Harricks

    Draw and paint animals and birds in this one day workshop as you build your skills while taking home some large format artworks

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  • 17 Jan
    Landscapes in Felt with Denise Lithgow

    Turn wool and other textile materials into a felted landscape. A great introduction to working with wool. All levels welcome!

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  • 20 Jan
    School Holiday Workshops

    Loads of workshops in painting, drawing, ceramics and more for kids and teens.

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  • 01 Feb
    Oil Painting for Beginners with Marie Mansfield

    Learn to paint with oils in this 2 day workshop with materials included.

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