Watercolour - Art Est Art School and Gallery

Workshop | Expressive Drawing and Painting - Animals and Birds with Tannya Harricks

Join acclaimed artist and illustrator Tannya Harricks for an inspiring day of creativity, where you'll explore drawing and painting animals and birds with energy and expression. Tannya, celebrated for her vivid and emotive work, has illustrated picture books Dingo (2018) and Kookaburra (2020) for Walker Books, showcasing her unique ability to bring animals to life through dynamic brushwork and bold use of colour. In this hands-on workshop, you can focusing on your favourite animal... [More]

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Urban Sketching in Circular Quay and The Rocks with Gauri Torgalkar

Have you always wanted to create a travel sketchbook with beautiful sketches created outdoors? If yes, join us on the Urban Sketching & Walking tour starting in Circular Quay and ending in The Rocks. Learn how to transform your surroundings into captivating sketches by mastering key tips, skills and strategies. Explore the urban environment with a professional artist with 25 years’ experience in freehand sketching in art, architecture and urban design to capture street scenes,... [More]

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When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 18 Jan 2025	10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00)

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Painting | Neon Landscapes | 5-7 years

Be inspired by Australian artist Johnny K, whose colourful paintings are instantly recognisable for their bold use of colour and his unique painting techniques. In this class students will be inspired to take their own unique approach to the Australian landscape, using fluro and neon colours, and painting with thick, dimensional paint and palette knives. What will students take home? Students will take home an original painting in acrylics on a canvas. School Holiday Information... [More]

Painting | Neon Landscapes | 5-7 years

Thu 23 Jan
9:30am - 12:30pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 3 hours total

Monika Diak

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Thu 23 Jan 2025	9:30am - 12:30pm (UTC+11:00)	Studio 1 - Art Est \| 10 Hill Street \| Leichhardt NSW 2040

Drawing and Watercolour with Shannon Dwyer | Bilbies and Wildlife | 10+years

Is your child passionate about drawing and animals? If so, this short course is perfect for them! Join wildlife artist Shannon Dwyer in an engaging drawing session where your child will learn to sketch one of Australia’s most beloved creatures, the Bilby! This interactive class is tailored for young art enthusiasts who have a love for nature and wildlife. It’s designed to enhance their drawing skills and boost their confidence in art. Shannon will share fantastic techniques for... [More]

Drawing and Watercolour with Shannon Dwyer | Bilbies and Wildlife | 10+years

Thu 23 Jan
10am - 4pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 6 hours total

Shannon Dwyer

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Thu 23 Jan 2025	10am - 4pm (UTC+11:00)	Studio 3 - Art Est \| 10 Hill Street \| Leichhardt NSW 2040

Illustration | Yoshitomo Nara | 7-9 years

Using inspiration from Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara, students will explore character creation, inventing their own style of character while incorporating his 'Sweet and Sour' motiffs. The aim of this lesson is to free the student's imagination and give them the skills they need to make art they can be proud of. What will students take home? Their very own artwork on high quality paper to proudly show off at home. School Holiday Information More Information FAQs Terms &... [More]

Illustration | Yoshitomo Nara | 7-9 years

Thu 23 Jan
1:30pm - 4:30pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 3 hours total

Monika Diak

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Thu 23 Jan 2025	1:30pm - 4:30pm (UTC+11:00)	Studio 2 - Art Est \| 10 Hill Street \| Leichhardt NSW 2040

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Painting | She Sells Sea Shells | 7-9 years

Do you like to collect seashells? We will learn how to draw and paint a range of wonderful seashell shapes, creating a collection of our very own in paint! What will students take home? A finished painting on watercolour paper to proudly display on the fridge. School Holiday Information More Information FAQs Terms & ConditionsSpecial Offers [More]

Painting | She Sells Sea Shells | 7-9 years

Tue 28 Jan
1:30pm - 4:30pm (UTC+11:00)
1 session, 3 hours total

Sarah Harvie

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Tue 28 Jan 2025	1:30pm - 4:30pm (UTC+11:00)	Studio 2 - Art Est \| 10 Hill Street \| Leichhardt NSW 2040

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Masterclass | Watercolour | Big Eyes | Pop Art Surrealism | Teens

Outline: Discover the unique style of Margaret Keane and other contemporary artists who use exaggerated features, particularly the large, emotional eyes, to create cute and creepy characters. This class will introduce students to the Lowbrow Pop Surrealism art genre and tis signature cartoon and doll-like figure. Through a series of exercises, students will practice drawing the form with a fun cartoonish twist, while learning about composition, colour theory and watercolour... [More]

Oddbirds | Drawing and Painting Quirky Birds in Pen, Ink and Watercolour | 12 Years +

Join us for an exciting and creative workshop with the artist Tania Mason! This workshop is designed for children aged 10 and over and provides an engaging introduction to the art of drawing with pen and ink, and the vibrant techniques of adding color using gouache and watercolors. This workshop focuses on drawing "Oddbirds" where you can use your imagination to create fantastical birds with two heads, one eye, four wings, or any other odd features you can dream up! Tania will... [More]

Illustration | Terrific Teapots | 8-12 years

Design and draw your Terrific Teapot. Using watercolours and ink you will learn drawing techniques to bring your very own tea party to life. More Information More FAQs Terms & ConditionsMore Courses [More]

Watercolour Painting | Deck the Cards - Christmas card workshop! | 5-9 Years

Join us for a festive Christmas Card Workshop where kids aged 5-9 can create their own holiday cards! Using beautiful watercolours, students will learn painting techniques to add depth to their designs, capturing the sparkle and magic of the season with Christmas decorations and baubles. They’ll then add fun details using Posca pens, black fine liners, and even a sprinkle of glitter if they wish. What will students take home? A set of colourful christmas cards. School Holiday... [More]

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