Our week-on-week short 4, 6 or 8 week term courses allow students to immerse themselves in a specific media, learn new skills and become part of our art community. With classes available for beginners, intermediate and advanced students in a range of subjects.
Workshops
For those interested in a one-off session, try our Weekend Workshops which run year-round on Saturdays and Sundays. As a bonus, any adult student enrolled in a short course receives a 10% discount on any weekend workshop in the same term.
Part 1: 6 hours 10am — 4pm Saturday 4 January 2025 Create a stunning flower-based sculpture in this 2-part workshop. During Part 1 of this workshop you will learn techniques for making proteas, banksias or other flowers that interest to you. You will make a single, self-supporting table sculpture to be bisque fired ready for colour and glaze two weeks later during Part 2 of the workshop. With her incredible experience Lisa will help you realise your ideas. There is a scheduled...
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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...
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Overview Explore the captivating world of fibre art in this inspiring one-day felting workshop led by renowned Australian fibre artist Denise Lithgow. Swap paint for pure merino wool and fabrics as you create a vibrant 2D artwork, blending colour, texture, and imagination. Whether you want to bring your favourite landscape to life, craft a unique abstract design, or sketch a still life in felt, this workshop offers a fresh, creative approach to artistic expression. What to Expect...
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Discover a one-day chalk pastel drawing workshop focused on layered hatching, a unique approach to pastel drawing. Bring your own landscape or seascape reference images to work from and be prepared for a day of insightful learning and creative exploration. This fun and exciting workshop led by experienced artist Paul McCarthy will teach participants how to get the most out of 'painting' landscapes or seascapes using chalk (soft) pastels. Paul will share tips, skills and ways to...
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SPECIAL! Enrol in 3 or more workshops for adults in one transaction and receive 10% discount on your fees. Discount applied at the checkout. No further discounts apply.
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,...
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Join Paul McCarthy for a one-day workshop where you'll turn an old painting into a vibrant abstract work. Bring along a painting from your collection (we won’t be painting over it!) to serve as the inspiration for a bold, expressive reimagining on canvas. Working in acrylics, you’ll explore techniques in abstraction under Paul’s expert guidance, learning how to experiment with colour, shape, and composition to create something uniquely fresh while retaining the essence of your...
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SPECIAL! Enrol in 3 or more workshops for adults in one transaction and receive 10% discount on your fees. Discount applied at the checkout. No further discounts apply.
Finish off any outstanding Term work in this open session with Tanya Bechara. Note: No new pieces to be made, this is just to finish off any works started in Term 4 2024. Fee is $30 per hour or part there-of, per person. Sign up for your preferred time, and if you stay longer you can pay on the day.
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$30Limited
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Ceramics - Open Day Session with Tanya Bechara
<p>Finish off any outstanding Term work in this open session with Tanya Bechara.</p>
<p>Note: No new pieces to be made, this is just to finish off any works started in Term 4 2024.</p>
Perfect for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills, this two-day workshop focuses on still-life painting techniques that bring a sense of reality and atmosphere to your work. As your paints, brushes and palettes are included in your workshop fee, this makes it a great opportunity to try oil-painting before investing in all the materials. Under the guidance of award-winning artist Marie Mansfield—winner of the 2021 Portia Geach Memorial Award and a Finalist in the 2023...
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$560Limited
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Oil Painting for Beginners with Marie Mansfield | 2 day workshop
Use of oil paints, brushes, palettes etc included in your workshop fee. SPECIAL! Enrol in 3 or more workshops for adults in one transaction and receive 10% discount on your fees. Discount applied at the checkout. No further discounts apply.
This yuletide edition of our Pottery + Prosecco class is full of festive cheer. So grab a friend for some effervescent pleasure in our ceramics studio while making handmade Christmas tree, elf or reindeer. No experience is required. All materials are included. Plus, your finished works will be bisque fired and glaze fired in our kiln. Ready to impress friends and family this festive season, and for many more after that! This class is for adults. What will I achieve? During these...
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Course Overview Enjoy a day with a block of clay in a creative atmosphere! In this workshop you will learn a range of clay hand building techniques to create life size bust. Take inspiration from a range of contemporary and historical artists, such as Rodin (pictured). Students are welcome to bring a subject or photographs of their chosen subject. (An info sheet on the required photos will be provided). image: Camille Claudel and Portrait Of The Japanese Dancer Hanako by August...
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