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

Come along for an enjoyable workshop exploring different elements of still life drawing. I have been an artist for 40 years, a finalist in 'Works on Paper' in the Fishers Ghost Art Competition and held a successful exhibition in the Palm House gardens in the Sydney Botanical Gardens. I look forward to sharing my years of experience with everyone. I endeavour to showcase my love of art to all. I classify myself as a pencil person and look forward to bringing out everyone's secret artistic ... Read On

The traditional and classic art of hand drawing is something that will always be truly appreciated and respected by many. This progressive drawing course is especially designed by Tutor Jo to walk you through the basic start up stages and must-know components of producing beautiful pencil creations. This course is perfect for absolute beginners wanting to learn something new, as well as for those with a desire to reignite their drawing flame. Within each easy-to-grasp class session you will be ... 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

This super creative workshop puts the artist's spotlight on sensational charcoal. Artistic attention and focus will be on the enjoyment of exploring and constructing designs that bring out the utmost of this truly versatile medium. Get set to use charcoal's free-flowing soft properties to create works that are rich, brilliantly blended and full of contrast and expression. This workshop is great for enthusiastic beginners and for those who have delectably dabbled with charcoal drawing ... Read On

It's time to eagerly explore some brilliant and beautiful palette knife creativity. For lovers of painting with sensational texture, impressionist inspiration, dimensional divineness and bold expression, this workshop is certainly for you. Fine detail is left at the doorway for a while, giving way to painting with rustic enthusiasm as well as painting with developed structure. You may appreciate the magnificent work of the masters such as Vincent Van Gogh or perhaps you are drawn to modern / ... Read On

Watercolour is a superbly smooth, graceful and adaptable medium to work with, and watercolour paintings are most certainly a visual delight to see. Watercolour allows you to create soft backgrounds, enables you to manipulate and overlap colours, to beautifully blend as well as refine and define areas of detail. Whether you are totally new to watercolour or have a little know-how, you are warmly invited to come along for some watercolour exploration. Throughout this workshop Jo will introduce ... 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

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

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

this course is a basic introduction to crochet using a crochet hook and yarn. It will cover the basic stitches of "Chain", "Double Crochet' and "Treble". Left-handers welcome. See Material section for what to bring. No concession. 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. Includes sewing with stretch fabrics. 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. Includes sewing with stretch fabrics. Bring requirements listed on Confirmation/website first session. 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

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

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