Art

Show someone you are thinking of them and learn some illustration skills along the way with this beautifully nostalgic postcard illustration class. The Teacher will guide you through crafting your own minimalist botanical illustrations and how to bring these hand drawn flora elements together to create a beautiful postcard ready to send to a lucky recipient. Each participant will walk away with 1-3 postcards lovingly hand illustrated by yourself, and ready to pop a stamp on and send.

Ever wanted to learn more about the art of calligraphy?

Join us in this hands on class to learn about the art and craft of calligraphy and how to use this to create your own beautifully designed card covers for friends and family.

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.

Bullet journaling has become all the rage. It’s great for recording the things that are important in your life and keeping track of your goals and aspirations.

Using bullet points as the main organising structure, this method of journaling is flexible and customisable. You can keep it simple and to the point, or add your own creative flair.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the world of abstract illustration (or Doodles) as a gateway to relaxation, meditation and mindfulness. This highly addictive art form is easy, fun & portable and anyone can do it, no artistic talent needed, all you need is a desire to try something new and fun.

Side effects can be – Outbursts of spontaneous creativity with associated smiling, growing sense of tranquillity and a burgeoning passion for fine pens and papers!

In this class you will learn the technique of “Lost wax casting” by learning to use one out of a few different types of wax and how they work with small natural objects (i.e Gum nuts) to create your own sterling silver jewellery through a 2-part lesson.

We will learn the basics of wax working techniques, as well as very simple metal finishing skills. You will be able to create your very own sterling silver pendants.

Express your inner artist and learn to create your own signature pair of polymer clay geometric studs! In this workshop you will learn how to condition, shape and cure your polymer clay design, resulting in a fabulous pair of studs created by you, for you.