Classes are organised into 4 terms each year, with speciality workshops running throughout the year.

Explore our exciting range of courses below

Agenda

* Colour Comprehension
* Application Techniques
* Creative Dimensional Effects
* Workable Design Concepts
* Blending and Layering
* Shadow and Highlights
* Effective Line and Refinement
* Inspiration and Experimentation
* Papers and Products

Tutor Profile/Personal Introduction:
I‘m sure I must have been born with a pencil in my hand. I was told I could draw before I could walk or talk! My desire to draw, paint and design instinctively grew as I did. I followed my passion and formally studied Fine Arts, Commercial Art, Illustration, and Graphic Design. Happy days being a free spirited, quaintly eccentric art student! My progression into creative make-up came about with a love for make-up itself, my freaky fascination for Horror/Sci-Fi movies and admiration for the Theatre. My artistic learning continued; I studied Professional Make-up. With art tools in one hand and make-up tools in the other, I focused on freelance Illustration and Design, and Creative Make-up for Weddings, Fashion Shows, and Theatre Productions. Communication, mind and behaviour always had me captivated, and becoming a proud mum inspired me to hit the books again. I went on to study Psychology.

Teaching entered my world initially designing and conducting psych-infused art programs. Teaching took hold of my heart and I was pleasantly steered into tutoring college classes to share my knowledge and much loved skills. My studio structured classes are all about learning new skills and techniques, and also about the important process of discovering and developing individual abilities with freedom and guidance. I value and place emphasis on my class environment being relaxed and comfortable to make learning thoroughly enjoyable. All classes are composed to be super easy to follow and understand. Participants of all ages present their creative and expressive uniqueness, and are always friendly and enthusiastic. They even (kindly) laugh at my bad jokes! For me, teaching is a true pleasure. Jo.


*Course/Workshop Enquiries: Reach Jo via MCC or by email at: retroraspberrystudios@hotmail.com (emails answered promptly)

Materials

Do not purchase equipment until you confirm that the course is running.

Please bring:
* Lead Pencils (e.g., 2B, 4B), a Sharpener and Ruler.
* Erasers: 1) A simple pencil eraser 2) A kneadable eraser (soft like chewing gum).
* A set of Soft Pastels (these are soft sticks like chalk and usually come boxed).
* A set of Pastel Pencils (any type).
* A Drawing Pad A3 size (rough type surface preferred) or a Mixed Media Pad A3 size.
* Some simple white A4 photocopy paper (approx. 10 sheets).
* Some Paper Stumps - also known as Blending Sticks or Tortillons, widely available from art and craft stores, some bargain shops, Officeworks etc.
* One or two small to medium soft, flat paintbrushes.
* Some tissues and paper towel.
* A small hand towel for clean ups.
Jo will also supply a few more items.

Included as part of Jo‘s Courses/Workshops, participants will receive:
*Essential notes and information/picture sheets to keep for future use.
* Photo references and creative items used for in-class activities (where needed).
*A drawing/painting easel used during class (where needed).
*Individual one-on-one guidance and constructive feedback throughout class.
*And, help is not over when class is over! Jo will be available for further help or assistance at any time after course/workshop is completed. Contact details will be available to participants at their discretion.