Art Classes

Term 4 – October 5 to December 11

Please note that our classes are open to members only. Join here …
Please confirm with tutors when enrolling that class information provided in this listing is accurate.

NEW evening class!

Angela Russo

Giverny - pastel painting by Angela Russo of a torquoise bridge over a waterlily pond with a backdrop of trees

Giverny – pastel painting by Angela Russo

Introduction to PanPastels

2 session short course

This class will introduce you to the wonderful medium of PanPastels. We will experiment using Sofft tools to create a variety of marks and different ways of applying PanPastels to create artworks of differing subject matter.

Level: Beginner
Duration: 2 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Oct 22, 29
Time: THURSDAY 7 – 9 pm
Cost: $75
Enrol: Angela Russo – phone/sms 0411 179 841 OR email angelarussoartworks@gmail.com
Materials list provided upon booking.

NEW evening class!

Rehann Vazid

Rehann Vazid - Fire And Rose Are One - Watercolour painting of a river winding through a rosy sunset lit landscape

Rehann Vazid – Fire And Rose Are One – Watercolour

Bold & Glow in Watercolour

This course helps artists move beyond hesitation and paint with greater boldness, confidence and freedom. Through gestural brushwork, strong composition and expressive colour, you’ll learn to trust your instincts and develop your own visual voice in watercolour. Beginners will build strong foundations, while experienced painters will push their work toward greater confidence and individuality. You will learn: bold brushwork – confident, energetic marks | glow of watercolour – transparency, clean pigments and timing | colour with courage – limited palettes, temperature and vibrant colour | techniques for light – wet into wet, colour harmony and avoiding overwork.

Level: All levels
Duration: 7 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Oct 6, 20 | Nov 3, 10, 17, 24 | Dec 1
Time: TUESDAY 6.30 am – 9 pm
Cost: $430
Enrol: Rehann Vazid – phone/sms 0426984497 OR email irshadesign@gmail.com

Materials list available at: www.seasaltstudio.com.au/materials

New!

Rehann Vazid

Rehann Vazid - 19 Minutes - Watercolour painting of a rugged cliff face with forested mountains in background.

Rehann Vazid – 19 Minutes – Watercolour

Bold & Glow in Watercolour

This course helps artists move beyond hesitation and paint with greater boldness, confidence and freedom. Through gestural brushwork, strong composition and expressive colour, you’ll learn to trust your instincts and develop your own visual voice in watercolour. Beginners will build strong foundations, while experienced painters will push their work toward greater confidence and individuality. You will learn: bold brushwork – confident, energetic marks | glow of watercolour – transparency, clean pigments and timing | colour with courage – limited palettes, temperature and vibrant colour | techniques for light – wet into wet, colour harmony and avoiding overwork.

Level: All levels
Duration: 7 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Oct 6, 20 | Nov 3, 10, 17, 24 | Dec 1
Time: TUESDAY 12.30 pm – 3.30 pm
Cost: $460
Enrol: Rehann Vazid – phone/sms 0426984497 OR email irshadesign@gmail.com

Materials list available at: www.seasaltstudio.com.au/materials

NEW! Su Fishpool – starts 20 August

Artwork by Su Fishpool. Mixed media landscape with trees lake and hills in blues and pinks

Artwork by Su Fishpool

Creative Drawing in Multi Media

Thus class involves working in a variety of materials, singularly and mixed; charcoal, watercolour, pastels, coloured pencils and drawing with a rigger brush. The array of beautiful marks is infinite. A variety of papers too will be explored.Subtle or strong, crisp or smudged, your preferences will become apparent. A variety of artists’ works will be observed and discussed. Each lesson will have a short demo to begin.

Level: All levels
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Oct 8, 22, 29 (No class Oct 15)| Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 | Dec 3, 10
Time: THURSDAY 10 – 12 pm
Cost: $300
Enrol: Su Fishpool- phone/sms 0400 782 152

NEW! Catherine Hamilton

Catherine Hamilton - Two Gouache Studies, one of a white Greek building with blue dome and another of a sandy bay with two trees.

Catherine Hamilton – Two Gouache Studies

Exploring Gouache – the Vibrant World of Colour

Inspiration, tips and techniques in gouache painting

Gouache is a vibrant water based medium that combines the fluid blending of watercolour with the rich, matte opacity of acrylic. Often called opaque water colour, it allows you to layer light colours over dark, creating bold images or soft velvety landscapes. It is forgiving and dries quickly. A beautiful medium for both beginners and more experienced artists. In this course you will master colour mixing and brushwork plus unlock the unique textures that makes gouache quite unique. You will also learn various techniques and approach a variety of subjects during the 5 weeks. Gouache is perfect for travel sketchbooks.

Level: All levels
Duration: 5 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Nov 10, 17, 24 | Dec 1, 8
Time: TUESDAY 12.30 am – 3.30 pm
Cost: $250
Enrol: Catherine Hamilton – phone/sms 0419 519 760 OR email hamilton-arts@hotmail.com
Materials list provided and some materials provided for class use.

 

Catherine Hamilton

Fitzroy - Mixed Medial Landscape depicting snow-capped mountain peaks by Catherine Hamilton

Fitzroy – Mixed Medial Landscape by Catherine Hamilton

Chasing the Light – Atmospheric Landscapes

Create Stunning Landscapes with Drawing and Mixed Media

Complement your creative journey by joining this inspiring course in drawing landscapes. Break the rules of traditional drawing and transform how you can capture the subjects of land and sea. This hands on and fun course is designed for anyone looking to push their creative boundaries. Move past conventional drawing – inject vibrant colour and rich texture into your drawings using innovative materials and textures. I will be sharing some of my own effective mixed media and drawing techniques for creating exciting compositions.These classes will give you the tools to create bold and expressive work.

Level: All levels
Duration: 5 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Nov 9, 16, 23, 30 | Dec 7
Time: MONDAY 9.15 am – 12.15 pm
Cost: $250
Enrol: Catherine Hamilton – phone/sms 0419 519 760 OR email hamilton-arts@hotmail.com
Materials list provided and some materials provided for class use.

Julie Goldspink

Safe Haven - Watercolour On Arches Rough 300gsm - JulieGoldspink. Painting of egrets with chicks in a next.

Safe Haven – Watercolour On Arches Rough 300gsm – JulieGoldspink

Impressionist Watercolours

Birds, Butterflies, Bees & Blossom in Nature’s Landscape

For Term 4 we will be incorporating these beautiful subjects  into natures habitat –  forest, garden, seaside and landscape. Using a limited palette, you’ll hone your drawing skills and mastere your wet into wet techniques. Demonstrations of every subject will help you progress on your watercolour journey. Come and join our wonderful relaxed class and have fun while you learn.

Level: All levels
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Oct 8, 22, 29 | Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 | Dec 3, 10
Time: THURSDAY 1pm – 4 pm
Cost: $315
Enrol: Julie Goldspink – phone/sms 0402 123 978 OR email julie@juliegoldspink.com.au
Please email to book if possible. Material list will be issued after booking and payment.

Malcolm Beattie

Malcolm Beattie - Mill Pond - Oil painting of 2 power boats at a jetty in glowing warm colours.

Malcolm Beattie – Mill Pond – Oil

Vibrant Oil Painting

A practical, direct approach to painting vibrant oils

A variety of subject matter will be covered, with complex scenes 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: Oct 9, 23, 30 | Nov 6, 13, 27 | Dec 4
Time: FRIDAY 2pm – 4.30 pm
Cost: $300
Enrol: Malcolm Beattie – phone/sms 0408 997 814 OR email maroyn@bigpond.net.au

Diana Casey

Watercolour painting of a waterfall with pond and large rock in foreground - by Diana Casey

Watercolour by Diana Casey

Wonderful Watercolour

An opportunity to elevate your drawing skills

Join a class of like minded people, ready to enjoy learning the techniques, colour mixing, water to paint ratio and much more about painting with watercolour. Diana teaches step by step, and you complete a different painting each week.

Level: Beginner to intermediate
Duration: 8 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Sept 29 | Oct 6, 20, 27 | Nov 10, 17, 24 | Dec 1
Time: TUESDAY 7 pm – 9 pm
Cost: $270
Enrol: Diana Casey – phone/sms 0405 953 807 OR email dianacasey25@gmail.com
BYO equipment. Apply to tutor for materials list.

Greg Allen

Watercolour of rocky headland and beach by Greg Allen

Watercolour by Greg Allen

More Watercolour Wizardry!

Afternoon or evening class

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. From term to term experience a dazzling array of subjects including land and seascapes, cities, still life, animals, portraits and people. Lessons in design, composition and good drawing skills will complement the curriculum. Above all Greg will teach you to ‘see’ the world as a painter with watery ‘dye’ as your painting material. 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: All levels
Duration: 8 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Oct 21, 28 | Nov 4, 11, 18, 25 | Dec 2, 9
Times: WEDNESDAY 1.30 pm – 4.30 pm OR evening class 6.30 pm – 9.30 pm
Cost: $500
Enrol: Greg Allen – phone/sms 0431 700624 OR email artistgregallen9@gmail.com

Amanda Ahmed

Amanda Ahmed - Botanical illustration of Dragon Fruit and Abutilon in Colour Pencil

Amanda Ahmed – Dragon Fruit and Abutilon – Colour Pencil

Botanical Drawing with Coloured Pencil

This coloured pencil course is designed for both beginners and continuing students. You will explore the fundamentals of botanical drawing with coloured pencils, including creating form and tone, applying layering techniques, and identifying basic geometric shapes in nature. The focus will be on careful observation and drawing techniques that help produce realistic botanical renderings. Students will explore the unique forms, textures and subtle colour variations found in natural subjects.

The course is conducted in a friendly and supportive environment, where you will be encouraged to develop your skills at your own pace. Whether you are new to botanical art or looking to refine your skills, this course offers an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

Level: Beginner
Duration:
5 weeks  x 5.5 hours
Studio: Small
Dates: October 4, 25 | November 8, 22, 29
Time: SUNDAY 10am – 3.30 pm (includes 30 mins lunch)
Cost: $400
Enrolment, class outline & materials list via website amandaahmed.com.au
Enquiries: email: amanda.sidahmed@iinet.net.au

Clairebelle Spring

Painting of yellow flowers by Claire Spring

Painting by Claire Spring

Unlocking the Mysteries of Oils and Mixed Media

Drawing & painterly techniques skillfully taught

One on one tuition with your choice of subject. You will learn skillful techniques for blocking acrylics, painting in oils and/or drawing in charcoal/graphite. Simple abstraction or loose realism will lead to the WOW factor of oil washes. You will create amazing atmosphere through light and shade effects. Your developed skills will surprise!

Level: All levels
Duration: 8 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Oct 7,  21, 28 | Nov 4, 11, 18, 25 | Dec 2
Time: WEDNESDAY 9.30am – 12.30pm
Cost: $400
Enrol: Claire Spring phone/sms 0418 588 484 OR email clairebellespring@gmail.com
Bring your own materials. Materials list provided for new students.

Narelle Callen

A Gentle Reverie - NarelleCallen - Mixed Media painting of a seascape

A Gentle Reverie – NarelleCallen – Mixed Media

Finding Your Voice Through Abstraction

Abstract Workshop Series

This 9 week term is designed for artists (with some painting experience) who want to explore abstract painting for landscapes, seascapes, geometric, organic and expressive styles. Working through the term we will use a workshop style class format to explore, test and learn about abstract composition, choosing colour with confidence, layering, simplifying our ideas or references, and creating a cohesive body of work.

Level: All levels
Duration: 10 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Oct 5, 12, 19 (pre-recorded), 26 | Nov 2, 9, 16 (Pre-recorded), 23, 30 | Dec 7
PLEASE NOTE: Oct 19 and Nov 16  are not face-to-face classes. The  tutor will provide a video link to a pre-recorded lesson.
Time: MONDAY 1 pm – 3.30 pm
Cost: $400
Enrol: Narelle Callen – phone/sms 0418 740 997 OR email info@callencollective.com.au
Students provide their own materials.

Malcolm Beattie

Malcolm Beattie - Mittagong Sunrise - Watercolour. Sun rising behind a house and line of trees with long shadows falling across a grassy foreground.

Malcolm Beattie – Mittagong Sunrise – Watercolour

Sparkling Watercolour Painting

With his straightforward approach to vibrant watercolour paintings, Malcolm will demonstrate and lead the participants step-by-step through the painting process, expecting to complete one watercolour painting each session. Subject matter will be varied with an emphasis on light, colour and movement. Advice and critique is ongoing.

Level: All levels
Duration: 6 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Oct 5, 12, 26 | Nov 9, 23 | Dec 7
Time: MONDAY 12.30 pm -3 pm
Cost: $270
Enrol: Malcolm Beattie – phone/sms 0408 997 814 OR email maroyn@bigpond.net.au

Julie Goldspink

The End of the Dry - Acrylic On Stretched Canvas - Julie Goldspink. Painting of a farmhouse under an overcast stormy sky, with paddock and sheep in foreground.

Acrylic Impressions

Using Complimentary Colours In Still Life, Seascape & Landscape

Through this term you will explore complimentary colours, learning a lot about colour mixing, contrast, composition and values. Julie will help you with every stage, demonstrating along the way. You are welcome to use your own subject matter, if appropriate. A still life will be set up as well as subject matter supplied by Julie. Application of paint, brush choice and palette knife will be covered as will glazing techniques will be shown and used. Come along and have fun with fellow students while you learn.

Level: All levels
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: Oct 7, 21, 28 | Nov 4, 11, 18, 25 | Dec 2, 9
Time: WEDNESDAY 1.30 pm – 4.30 pm
Cost: $315
Enrol: Julie Goldspink – phone/sms 0402 123 978 OR email julie@juliegoldspink.com.au
Please email to book if possible. Material list will be issued after booking and payment.

Nic Kirkman

Painting of a big teddy holding a small teddy and a blue glass bottle by Nic Kirkman

Painting by Nic Kirkman

Choose Your Own Art Adventure

Help with developing your artistic voice & skills through your own projects

This class might particularly suit you if you value your artistic freedom, rather than following someone else’s steps. You pursue your own projects, in whatever mediums you prefer (unless it’s an OHS issue). Nic is there to help when you need options for solving issues in your paintings/drawings. She can contribute ideas without interfering with your development or your work. Common areas Nic helps with include: accuracy, looseness, resolving compositions, colour mixing, mediums/tools/techniques. All levels, styles and subjects are welcome; Nic is practiced in most. The focus IS *your* artistic development within a safe and sociable setting. Nic’s own styles currently include: impressionism, art nouveaux and/or cartoony.

Level: All levels
Duration: 10
Studio: Small
Dates: Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 | Nov 3, 10, 17, 24| Dec 1, 8|
Time: TUESDAY 9am – 12pm
Cost: $360
Enrol: Nic Kirkman phone/sms 0426 614 363 OR email nickirkman@gmail.com
Please bring your own materials. Advice on materials is also available.

Glenn Hoyle

Painting by Glenn Hoyle of a building facade on a canal

Painting by Glenn Hoyle

Oil Painting Techniques

Art tutorial for all levels

Tuition covers all aspects of oil painting with an easy to understand approach. Students will learn how to improve their technical skills and observation abilities with step by step demonstrations. Glenn is a professional artist and tutor devoted to helping each student develop and grow during their individual artistic journey.

Level: All levels
Duration: 9 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: Oct 8, 22, 29 | Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 | Dec 3, 10
Time: THURSDAY 12.30 – 3pm
Cost: $35 per class, paid weekly
Enrol: Glenn Hoyle phone/sms  0481 274 290 OR email: glennhoyle@tpg.com.au

Workshops

If you are not able to commit to an ongoing class, check out our workshops …

Demos

We run monthly demos by professional artists – a great way to pick up ideas, techniques and inspiration.
See more …

Art Groups

If you prefer to join an untutored art group see our list of current groups …

KID’S ART CLASS

with Su Fishpool

for children 10-17 years

MONDAY CLASS

Studio: large
Duration: 9 weeks
Dates:  Oct 5, 12, 19, 26 | Nov 9, 16, 23, 30 (no class Nov 2) | Dec 7
Time: 4.15pm – 5.45pm
Cost: $280

TUESDAY CLASS

Studio: large
Duration: 9 weeks
Dates:  Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 | Nov 10, 17, 24 (no class Nov 3) | Dec 1, 8
Time: 4.15pm – 5.45pm
Cost: $280

Enrol: Su Fishpool 0400 782 152

Student artwork of vehicles including green buses.

Su Fishpool is a qualified professional practicing artist who has exhibited widely, as well as a qualified art teacher. She has many years experience teaching fine art skills in a range of media, to both adults and children. Many of Su’s former students have gone onto art school and on to work in the arts.

In these classes Su will demonstrate the use of various media and introduce children to different art styles and art movements, to enhance their understanding of art in an historical timeline.

Su promotes a calm and friendly atmosphere in her classes, believing this is essential to all children producing their best efforts. Students are welcome to bring an after-school snack to class.