Art

Ever wanted to learn to make your own silver jewellery? Learn the fundamentals of the wax casting process as well as how to outsource to jewellery businesses in order to create your own unique jewellery pieces. We will be introduced to the basics of wax working techniques, as well as very simple metal finishing processes in order to be able to create our very own silver rings.

Creativity is something we are all born with but somewhere along the way with working in corporate roles or taking on other “adult” responsibilities, you may have lost your creative spark.

This class is about creating space in your busy lives to cultivate your creativity again or rediscover the creative within through an introduction into the art of brush lettering (hand lettering/modern calligraphy).

Ever wanted to learn to make your own silver jewellery? Learn the fundamentals of the wax casting process as well as how to outsource to jewellery businesses in order to create your own unique jewellery pieces. We will be introduced to the basics of wax working techniques, as well as very simple metal finishing processes in order to be able to create our very own silver rings.

Making your own bespoke ear studs couldn’t be more simple! With your creativity and a touch of your personality, you will be able to make one-of-a-kind piece of jewellery for yourself and for your loved ones. These little gems make perfect gifts for everyone and for every occasion.

Weaving on a loom is a rewarding craft that’s worth a try. Those beautiful textured wall hangings are everywhere these days, but how amazing is it to hang one on your wall and say “I made it myself!” No matter what your style, you will learn the essential techniques to be able to create your masterpiece. You’ll have access to the fibres and tools to create something unique and weave, knot and tassel your way to success.

Many cultures use henna and it has survived as a living art form for thousands of years. Learn the secrets of henna using both traditional and modern designs and application.

Unravel the intricate and beautiful design making it easy for even the novice to create an impressive henna tattoo on paper or a candle in just a few minutes.

This workshop takes a step by step approach to henna, from theory to practice. The design process is segmented in to a few simple steps and a beautiful decoration is the result. You will come away with the skills to apply henna on yourself and friends.

The Japanese art of flower arranging, also known as Ikebana, plays an important part in the Japanese culture. It is an art form that embeds a unique sets of aesthetics, which requires the composer and viewers to study, appreciate, and celebrate a variety of seasonal floral materials. The flowers are chosen and placed with gracefulness, liveliness, and an element of surprise.

Watercolour is a fun, fresh and flexible medium with heaps of contemporary applications. We will learn the basics of watercolour paints and how to create fun, simple and contemporary images.

This class focuses on individual techniques and styles of drawing that will help you recreate real, still life, objects on paper. Every person has an artist inside them, let your inner artist out and show its vibrant colours to the world!

We will celebrate the skills and differences within every individual and learn that everyone sees the world through different lenses – art really is in the eyes of the beholder. Learn to work with your own talents and views of the world to create a masterpiece.

The word Kokedama simply means ‘moss ball’ but we think it’s so much more exciting than that! In this class you will learn how to take an ordinary small plant and wrap it in moss and string, turning it into an extraordinary ball-shaped delight that you can hang anywhere inside your home. This is a great opportunity to get your hands into some dirt and play with plants while learning a new craft.