Jan Prislin-Planinc
Drawings by Jan Prislin-Planinc
NEW! Kick Start Your Creativity With Experimental Drawing
SHORT COURSE – 3 FORTNIGHTLY HALF DAY SESSIONS
A short course in experimental and exploratory drawing designed to encourage creative enquiry and a renewed sense of artistic freedom.
We all get an inspiration block every now and then – this class aims to provide that creative kick that gets us going again. It includes observational drawing to sharpen your existing drawing skills, but also lots of exploratory drawing exercises and experimental techniques reminding you to keep an open mind and explore and experiment beyond the ‘familiar’ and the ‘predictable’.
The exercises are designed to encourage you to see the world with ‘fresh eyes’ and create engaging drawings expressive of your own unique way of seeing the world.
Level: Basic drawing skills an advantage but not essential.
Duration: 3 weeks, run fortnightly
Studio: Large
Dates: Feb 9, 23 March 9
Time: SUNDAY 1 – 4 pm
Cost: $140
Enrol: Jan Prislin-Planinc at janprislin.planinc@gmail.com
Greg Allen
Greg Allen
Afternoon or evening class
NEW! Masterclass in Watercolour
We have been lucky enough to be joined by accomplished watercolour master Greg Allen, one of the famous Twenty Melbourne Painters with a 43-year professional art career.
You will learn the art of traditional watercolour the Greg Allen way, with unique insights, knowledge and demonstrations that will allow you to understand this challenging medium and thus be able to expand your range into such diverse subjects as animals, people, portraits, cityscapes and still life as well as the ever-popular land and seascapes.
Lessons in design, composition and good drawing skills will complement the curriculum. More than anything else, he will teach you to ‘see’ the world as a painter with watery ‘dye’ as your painting material, and you will grow to understand a particular process that applies to all subjects, as you emerge as a ‘watercolourist’ and not merely a generic dabbler with watercolours.
Level: Hobby painters all levels
Duration: 8 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Feb 12, 19, 26 March 5, 12, 19, 26 April 2
Time: WEDNESDAY 12.30 am – 3.15 pm OR EVENING 6.30-9.15 pm
Cost: $500
Enrol: Greg Allen 0431 700624 or email artistgregallen9@gmail.com
Craig Penny
Metung Masts by Craig Penny
Loose and Vibrant Acrylic Painting
We have been lucky enough to secure Craig Penny to take 3 half day classes to guide us through achieving a wonderful loose element to enhance our painting skills. Each week a different subject will be painted.
Craig studied art at Federation University, where painting and graphic design attracted most of his attention. He now teaches all over Australia and his paintings are in high demand.
Level: All
Duration: 4 weeks
Studio: large
Dates: Feb 5, 19 March 5, 19
Time: WEDNESDAY 9 am – 12 noon
Cost: $200
Enrol: Craig Penny Mob 0413 316 299 OR email: craigpennyart@bigpond.com
Claire Spring (3 hour class)
Persimmons by Claire Spring
New Ways with Oils, Acrylics and Mixed Media
Painting in oils, acrylics and mixed media, Claire will guide you through a new way of integrating magical techniques that you will love. Claire will demonstrate her passion for colour and loose graphic quality across any number of subjects, reflecting her love of colour, style, technique and subject – floral, landscape, still life, pet portraits, seascapes etc. Larger than life is great.
You will feel challenged and excited while learning stunning new embellishments with which to complete your work, taking it to the next level.
Level: All
Duration: 8 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 March 5, 12, 19, 26
Time: WEDNESDAY 9.30 am – 12.30 pm (3 hour class)
Cost: $440
Enrol: Claire Spring Mob 0418 588 484 OR email clairebellespring@gmail.com
Julie Goldspink
Julie Goldspink
Exciting new techniques!
NEW! Awash with Ink and Watercolour
While learning many skills of traditional watercolour, you will be introduced to the application of black and white ink, with some pen work. I will demonstrate the use of permanent and water-soluble inks, fine felt pens, brush pens and nib pen to create exciting outcomes. Lots of fun. All elements of design will be covered. Many subjects will be explored and you can work from your own photos if suitable. Written handouts provided with demonstrations along the way.
Level: Some knowledge of watercolour an advantage but not essential.
Studio: Small
Duration: 7 weeks
Dates: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 March 6, 13, 20
Time: THURSDAY 1pm – 4pm
Cost: $245
Enrol: Contact Julie – phone or text 0402 123 978 OR email julie@juliegoldspink.com.au
Su Fishpool
Explorations in Mixed Media
Working with mixed media is all about learning to become familiar with a range of materials, on their own, or mixed with others. We will explore the sorts of marks possible with different tools and techniques. Colour study, design aesthetics, and ways to create effects will also be investigated. Learning your preferred style and building the courage to express yourself is the aim. We never stop exploring!
Level: All levels
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 March 6, 13, 20, 27 April 3
Time: THURSDAY 10am – 12pm
Cost: $240
Enrol: Su Fishpool 0400 782 152
Julie Goldspink
Julie Goldspink
NEW! Wet-in-wet Acrylics
Give your acrylics a masterly look. Learn wet-in-wet methods and techniques to create different effects in your background as well as a modern look. Develop brush and palette knife skills to enhance your mark making. All elements of design are covered with every new subject. Improve your colour mixing skills using a limited palette. Glazing techniques and varnishing tips covered. Continuous demos to watch as you tackle a variety of subjects: flowers, landscapes and waterscapes. Have fun with fellow students while you learn.
Level: Some knowledge of the acrylic medium an advantage.
Duration: 7 weeks
Studio: small
Dates: Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 March 5, 12, 19
Time: WEDNESDAY 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Cost: $245
Enrol: Julie 0402 123 978 or 03 5952 63012 or email julie@juliegoldspink.com.au
Malcolm Beattie
Malcolm Beattie
Direct and Vibrant Oils
This course is a practical, direct approach to painting vibrant, colourful oils, designed for all levels of experience. A variety of subject matter will be covered. Complex scenes will be simplified, enabling you to produce clean spontaneous paintings full of light. The aim will be to complete one small painting each session Malcolm will demonstrate and lead the participants step-by-step through the painting process.
Level: All levels
Duration: 7 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Feb 7, 14, 21 March 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: FRIDAY 2pm – 4.30 pm
Cost: $290
Enrol: Malcolm Beattie 0408 997 814 or email maroyn@bigpond.net.au
Diana Casey
Watercolour
This watercolour class is step by step, following the tutor for beginners to medium painters. We explore elements of drawing, composition, colour mixing, learning the ratio of paint to water, observation of nature and how to use your brushes to maximise effect on the paper. Each week you will create a different painting, drawing on lessons learned from week to week, and your experience and confidence will grow with a group of like minded, fun people.
Level: Beginners – Intermediate
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1
Time: TUESDAY 7pm – 9pm
Cost: $270
Enrol: Diana Casey 0405 953 807 or email dianacasey25@gmail.com
Malcolm Beattie
Watercolour painting by Malcolm Beattie
Sparkling Watercolour
With his straightforward approach to vibrant watercolour painting, Malcolm will demonstrate and lead participants step-by-step through the painting process, expecting to complete one watercolour painting each session.
Advice and critique ongoing.
Level: All
Duration: 6 weeks
Studio: large
Dates: Feb 3, 10, 24 March 3, 24 31
Time: MONDAY 12.00pm -2.30pm
Cost: $250
Enrol: Malcolm Beattie 0408 997 814 or eamil maroyn@bigpond.net.au
Nic Kirkman
Nic Kirkman
All Media – All Levels
This is a class for those wanting to be in complete charge of what they do but just wanting someone to give advice on how to do it a bit better each week. Each week is augmented with tutorials and demonstrations. Nic brings in her own work to share successes and challenges. It’s very much a studio vibe. Music…laughter…friendship…mutual inspiration!
Level: All levels
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1
Time: TUESDAY 9am – 11:30am
Cost: $240
Enrol: Nic Kirkman 0426 614 363 or email nickirkman@gmail.com
Glenn Hoyle
Red and Green – Oil – Glen Hoyle
Oils & Acrylics
Tuition covers all aspects of Oil and Acrylic painting with an easy-to-understand approach. Students will learn how to improve their skills.
Level: All
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 March 6, 13, 20, 27 April 3
Time: THURSDAY 12.30 – 3pm
Cost: $35 per class, paid weekly
Enrol: Glenn Hoyle 9789 6547 or 0481 274 290 or email glennhoyle@tpg.com.au
Workshops & Art Groups
If you are not able to commit to an ongoing class, check out our workshops >
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UPSTART KIDS CLASSES – TERM 3, 2024
Maxine Pritchard
Art for Kids 7-11 – MONDAY
UPSTART at PAS is a perfect environment for nurturing creativity and building confidence in young children. The students are free to learn and create at their own pace as they develop and follow their interests. Our children’s classes focus on the basics of visual arts and aim to challenge young people’s inventiveness and develop their imagination as they explore different mediums.
Level: 7–11-year-olds
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Feb 3, 10, 17, 24 March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Time: MONDAY 4pm– 6pm
Cost: $288
Enrol: Maxine 0466 578 542 or email maxinepritchard@gmail.com or visit www.maxpritchard.com
Maxine Pritchard
Art for Kids 7-11 – TUESDAY
UPSTART at PAS is a non-competitive art program where children can learn and create freely. Our classes provide a wide variety of creative experiences which focus on learning the basics of visual arts and becoming familiar with a range of styles and art mediums. We challenge young people to explore ways to express themselves and to experiment with materials in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere.
Level: 7–11-year-olds
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1
Time: TUESDAY 4pm – 6pm
Cost: $288
Enrol: Maxine 0466 578 542 or email maxinepritchard@gmail.com or visit www.maxpritchard.com
Maxine Pritchard
Art for 11+ kids – THURSDAY
UPSTART at PAS is designed to offer students opportunities to build skills and pursue their interests and self-expression through art. Our classes for teens cover all aspects of visual arts. A wide range of materials and experiences are provided to reinforce and extend individual interests. We aim to challenge young people’s inventiveness, develop their imagination, and increase self-confidence through the process of making art.
Level: 11+ year olds
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 March 6, 13, 20, 27 April 3
Time: THURSDAY 4pm – 6pm
Cost: $288
Enrol: Maxine 0466 578 542 or email maxinepritchard@gmail.com or visit www.maxpritchard.com
Maxine Pritchard
Art for Teens 12-16 – WEDNESDAY
UPSTART at PAS is designed to offer students opportunities to build skills and pursue their interests and self-expression through art. Our classes for teens cover all aspects of visual arts. A wide range of materials and experiences are provided to reinforce and extend individual interests. We aim to challenge young people’s inventiveness, develop their imagination, and increase self-confidence through the process of making art.
Level: 12–16-year-olds
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 March 5, 12, 19, 26 April 2
Time: WEDNESDAY 4pm – 6pm
Cost: $288
Enrol: Maxine 0466 578 542 or email maxinepritchard@gmail.com or visit www.maxpritchard.com