In this workshop we will carve out an outdoor garden lantern made of aerated concrete which will house one or more tea lights. It will be a workshop where you will discover your hidden sculptural talents.
We will make this durable outdoor 30cm by 20cm lantern with a variety of chisels, large files and saw. These lanterns will look magical in your garden and your friends and family will be impressed with your artistic skills! All materials will be provided for. Bring requirements listed on ... Read On

Come along and explore different aspects of drawing botanical flowers. This genre is a particular love of mine, it always gives me great pleasure drawing flowers (especially roses) in pencil, charcoal, conte and pastels.
We will study the shape, contour of each botanical item whilst learning the different uses of pencil, charcoal, conte in the use of constructing each piece. We will also look at different shading techniques, the importance of lighting, proportion and sizing, space, depth, ... Read On

Come along and explore different aspects of drawing botanical flowers. This genre is a particular love of mine, it always gives me great pleasure drawing flowers (especially roses) in pencil, charcoal, conte and pastels.
We will study the shape, contour of each botanical item whilst learning the different uses of pencil, charcoal, conte in the use of constructing each piece. We will also look at different shading techniques, the importance of lighting, proportion and sizing, space, depth, ... Read On

Join this alcohol ink course and dive into the wonderful world of alcohol ink art!

In this course, you'll learn how to create mesmerising abstract masterpieces with alcohol ink. Perfect for beginners like yourself, you will discover different techniques and tips to craft your own stunning artworks in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Explore a wide range of vibrant colours and high-quality materials to bring your creations to life. The class will be a hands-on experience to get you ... Read On

Want to learn about resin jewellery? Come along to make your own selection of resin earrings, pendants and bracelet using UV resin!

During this workshop, I'll guide you step by step through the basics of UV resin so you leave with beautiful pieces of jewellery to show off. You will choose your bezelss, glitter or colours to bring your designs to life! You'll have access to a wide range of bezel shapes & colours embellishments and pigments.

By the end of the workshop, you will have a completed ... Read On

This Therapeutic creative-based workshop is a wonderful self-focused, mind-stimulating session designed to give you the opportunity to personally express and creatively explore your thoughts, feelings and emotions. You certainly don't need any art knowledge or previous know-how to attend. This enlightening workshop is all about imaginative creativity and freestyle drawing that we all possess naturally, and is especially structured with creative and thought inducing tasks and exercises to ... Read On

Take some creative time out and join us for some utterly inventive, abstract painting. Fabulous for those just starting out with painting as well as for traditional / conventional painters seeking to think 'outside the box' to free up their creative techniques. There is so much more than simply throwing some colourful paint on your canvas and calling it Abstract Art! Abstraction requires skill and imagination to produce captivating works, and is a superb representation of ideas, objects, ... Read On

Free flowing lines, and an array of effective pencil sketching techniques will most definitely bring to life the beauty of wonderful landscapes. The relaxing and artistic process of re-creating landscape scenes has been a classic art form from times long gone. With the use of simple pencil tools, this workshop's focus will be on capturing and combining landscape elements including trees, rock formations, mountain ranges, rivers and so much more. You will learn how to compose easy design layouts ... Read On

This workshop is set to open up your artistic world to the many applications and stunning effects that can be achieved with the use of soft pastels. Welcoming colour enthusiasts as well as creative admirers of the beautiful blending properties and impressive layering that this medium is known for. You may be a true beginner to working with soft pastels and simply looking to try your hand at something new, or you might even be well equipped with some practical know-how. No matter what your level ... Read On

It's our super zone of ultimate expression! A fun art-based school holiday program designed especially for our young creatives aged 8-12 (adaptable to participant). Brilliantly structured to unleash their individual and expressive qualities with the use of stimulating art tasks and projects as well as with guided topics and thinking skills. Developed in a structured format based on Jo's background in creative arts and psychology. Each class session is theme-based and age appropriate, and will ... Read On

Action ready! This art action-packed workshop is created especially for our teens aged 13 -15 (adaptable to participant) and is aimed at enabling them to individually express their thoughts and opinions through discussion as well as in their super creative artwork. A brilliant space to interact, express and create with their peers. Developed in a structured format based on Jo's background in creative arts and psychology. Each school holiday 'Art Action' workshop will focus on a stimulating ... Read On

This course will introduce participants to the basic skills of cake decorating and sugar art. You will be shown techniques related to tools and equipment, covering a cake using icing, use of modelling paste and basic piping with royal icing. Learn how to make some sugar flowers (including Waratah, Carnations, Frangipanis and filling flowers) and then put the finished product together. Bring requirements listed on Confirmation/website first session. Please note that the cost of materials for ... Read On

This course is for those who have completed at least one term of a beginner's cake decorating course. Develop your experience further while working on your own project/s. Bring requirements listed on Confirmation/website first session. No concession. Read On

Do you love cheese? Have you ever wondered how you make it? Have you ever considered making it at home, using equipment you already own? This course might be for you if you answered yes to some or all of these questions! This course will take you on a deep dive into the cheese-making process, where you will learn about the physical and chemical changes that take place in the milk to turn it into cheese. You will learn about the equipment and ingredients needed to make it and the steps to create ... Read On

An introduction to the basic stitches of foundational chain, treble and double and the methods of increasing and decreasing to produce a basic motif using mercer thread. Learn to read patterns and various methods of patterns today with the different terminology used in these altered methods, through discussion of problems encountered.
This workshop's aim is to learn how to make a simple motif and then progress to more complex forms of crochet, by learning the different joining methods for ... Read On

A course for the beginner or more advanced sewer. Learn to make garments for yourself or family using a commercial pattern. Individual guidance given by the tutor will give you a professional look and fit. Bring requirements listed on Confirmation/website first session. Your sewing machine, pattern and material will be required from Week 2. Read On

A course for the beginner or more advanced sewer. Learn to make garments for yourself or family using a commercial pattern. Individual guidance given by the tutor will give you a professional look and fit. Bring requirements listed on Confirmation/website first session. Your sewing machine, pattern and material will be required from Week 2. Read On

A course for the beginner or more advanced sewer. Learn to make garments or projects for yourself, family or home using a commercial pattern. Individual guidance given by the tutor will give you a professional look and fit. Bring requirements listed on Confirmation/website first session. Read On

A course for the beginner or more advanced sewer. Learn to make garments for yourself or family using a commercial pattern. Individual guidance given by the tutor will give you a professional look and fit. Bring requirements listed on Confirmation/website first session. You will need your own sewing machine. Consecutive weeks from start date. Read On

Come along and start investigating your family tree. It will be an exciting journey to validate the legends, myths and stories that live in your family tree. We will investigate various online resources like Ancestry, Family Search, Trove and other exciting sites. I have been researching for over 15 years specialising in UK, Australia, New Zealand, US and the Netherlands. I am excited to give you the tools to be confident in further researching family trees. Bring requirements listed on ... Read On

Perhaps it's time for a brand-new look or some much needed hair care pampering. Take a little bit of time out and come along to this info-enriched, super sleek, full of body and bounce hair workshop. Absolutely designed to detangle some hair myths, provide you with some easy-care steps, style tips and techniques to help you improve and manage your hair. Your general health, the way you treat your hair, your care routine, your hair type and style cut will all play a part in your hair's overall ... Read On

Come and learn basic knitting techniques and reading patterns that will enable you to create your own inspirations. Bring 4mm needles. Tutor will have starter kits, needles and 8 ply yarn available for a small fee. Bring along your problem projects and we will solve them for you. Learn Imperial or Continental style knitting - left-handers welcome. Please note that the cost of materials for this course is payable to the tutor during the course, in addition to the course fee paid to the College. ... Read On

This workshop is for participants to learn and become familiar with using their sewing machine and its functions. Jeanice is an experienced sewing machine demonstrator and dressmaking tutor. Bring your sewing machine and requirements listed on Confirmation/website. No concession. Read On

Make-up can often be confusing. Choosing products from the endless supply available can be extremely daunting, and applying them correctly can be totally mind boggling! Are these your make-up muddles? If so, come along to this wonderful workshop and let the magic of make-up surprise and delight you! Whether you're in your 20s, 40s or 80s, Jo has developed this workshop for all ladies with a focus on teaching you about make-up products and how to use them effectively - suited to your age, your ... Read On

If you are seeking some one-on-one beauty attention, take some time out just for yourself in your own private/personal make-up session. Jo will professionally design and apply your make-up working with you in the design stages, addressing any special needs to create a look perfectly suited to you. The step by step process will allow you to pick up technique by seeing your own make-up progression in the making and you will have the opportunity to discuss any concerns, chat about products, etc. ... Read On

A super make-up workshop for admirers of all things 'creepily cool' and 'creatively concocted'! If you have liking for, or a burning curiosity for make-up creations that you see in horror, science fiction, fantasy movies and theatrical productions, this workshop is one to totally jump into! Professional Make-up Artist Jo brings you this workshop to share with you some brilliant make-up tricks and techniques that you can try for yourself... on yourself and on others!
You will learn how to apply ... Read On

Learn to use your overlocker with confidence and add greater detail to your garments and projects. Start with understanding how to rethread your overlocker, change cottons, adjust thread tension, cutting width, differential feed and correct needle selection.
The course further explains how to use your overlocker by making various samples using different fabric types and finishes. These include: 3 and 4 thread overlocking, stitching around curves and corners, gathering, applying ribbing and ... Read On

In this exciting course, we will be having fun with paint pour with resin. In this workshop we will be creating a unique piece of art work using paint, spray paint mixed into resin. We will learnt to experiment with multimedia items that will highlight one's art work. Please note that the cost of materials for this course is payable to the tutor during the course, in addition to the course fee paid to the College. For more details, please refer to the materials section on the course webpage. No ... Read On

In this exciting new course, we will be having fun with paint pour. Paint pour is a painting method created by using acrylic paint to pour on a surface to create a flowing design. We will paint pour over 2 canvas exploring different paint pour techniques. We will also paint pour a set of coasters and resin over the design. We will also have some fun with jewellery and keyring resin activities and decorating and stylish plate for entertaining. Due to the resin needing time to dry, this workshop ... Read On

Come along to my artist studio in the southern highlands where we will have an enjoyable day sculpting with polymer clay. This class is for anyone with a sense of fun making a wine bottle decorative with polymer clay. This finished product will be the envy of all your friends. It can then house a candle which will be the centre point of your house. It will light up your night. No Concession. Read On

This course is designed for beginners and those with some experience. You will learn to construct small items from slabs and coils as well as wheel work and glazing techniques. Continuing participants welcome - work on your own project with tutor guidance. An additional $25 is payable first session for clay and glazes. Please note that the cost of materials for this course is payable to the tutor during the course, in addition to the course fee paid to the College. For more details, please ... Read On

Ever thought about altering your own clothes? There are many things you can do yourself with little sewing knowledge and also save money! In this course you can learn to hem pants, jeans, skirts, adjust shirt and dress hems, sew on buttons or replace a zipper. Perhaps you have garments that need some changes or repairs. Machine and hand sewing finishes will be taught...so have your questions ready. Bring in your garments that you would like advice with. Bring requirements listed on ... Read On

If you are over 10 years old and have a passion to sew, come and join our sewing class whether you are a beginner or have some experience. Create a garment or item of your choice using a commercial pattern - extra help and advice also available with HSC projects. Ages 10-18. Bring requirements listed on Confirmation/website first session. Read On

In this session we will be exploring different painting techniques useful to execute a still life painting. We will explore acrylic and oil paints and how they play out of a canvas. We will then produce a piece of art work which will be front and centre on our parlour wall. The workshop will be held in the highlands in my studio at my home. No Concession. Read On