ART CLASSES – TERM 1, 2023
UPSTART AT PAS – Art for Kids 7-11
Maxine Pritchard
Photo by Kristin Brown
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: 30 January / 6, 13, 20, 27 February / 6, 20, 27 March /3 April
Time: MONDAY 4.00 pm – 6 pm
Cost: $270
Enrol: 0466 578 542 or email
maxinepritchard@gmail.com or visit www.maxpritchard.com
UPSTART AT PAS – Art for Kids 7-11
Maxine Pritchard
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: 10 weeks
Studio: Small and Large
Dates: 31 January / 7, 14, 21, 28 February / 7, 14, 21, 28 March / 4 April
Time: TUESDAY 4.00 pm – 6 pm
Cost: $300
Enrol: 0466 578 542 or email
maxinepritchard@gmail.com or visit www.maxpritchard.com
UPSTART AT PAS – Art for Teens 12-16
Maxine Pritchard
Photo by Dusan Jovic
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: 10 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: 1, 8, 15, 22 February / 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 March / 5 April
Time: WEDNESDAY 4.00 pm – 6 pm
Cost: $300
Enrol: 0466 578 542 or email
maxinepritchard@gmail.com or visit www.maxpritchard.com
NEW! Explorations in Mixed Media
Su Fishpool
Artwork by Su Fishpool
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: 10 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: 2, 9, 16, 23 February / 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 March / 6 April
Time: THURSDAY 10 am – 12 noon
Cost: $270
Enrol: 0400 782 152
NEW! Portraits
Catherine Hamilton
Portrait By Catherine Hamilton
How wonderful would it be to be able to capture the faces of your family and friends as portraits? This course aims to develop the skills required to create life-like portraits. Catherine will focus on the use of pastels, but participants can choose to work in charcoal, acrylic or any other medium they prefer to use.
Level: All
Duration: 4 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: 28 February / 7, 14, 21 March
Time: TUESDAY 12.30 am – 3pm
Cost: $140 plus model fee
Enrol: 0419 519 760 or email
hamilton-arts@hotmail.com
NEW! Mentoring with Nic
Nic Kirkman
Artwork by Nic Kirkman
If you are looking for a somewhere to nurture your creativity in a relaxed and fun-filled way, Mentoring with Nic is the class for you. Bring along your own project and Nic will assist and encourage you to develop your skills, understand your materials and grow your confidence. You will find yourself part of a studio atmosphere with friendly people who love exploring art.
Level: Beginners to Advanced
Duration: 10 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: 31 January to 4 April
Time: TUESDAY 6.00 pm – 8.30 pm
Cost: $300
Enrol: 0426 614 363 or email
nickirkman@gmail.com
All Media – All Levels
Nic Kirkman
By Nic Kirkman
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: 10 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: 31 January to 4 April
Time: TUESDAY 9.00 am – 11.30 am
Cost: $300
Enrol: 0426 614 363 or email
nickirkman@gmail.com
NEW! Experimental Drawing
Jan Prislin-Planinc
Artwork by Jan Prislin-Planinc
This class is designed to encourage you to stop the inner critic and just draw for pleasure and the creative thrill of drawing. As we draw, we respond to what we see, feel and think. This inner conversation gives our drawings their unique character and leads to creative self-expression. For those who are keen to enjoy the creative process, expand their repertoire of mark-making and become more exploratory and expressive in their art.
Level: All
Duration: 4 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: 1, 8, 15, 22 March
Time: WEDNESDAY 12.30 pm – 3.00 pm
Cost: $120
Enrol: 0408 488 759 or janprislin.planinc@gmail.com
NEW! Oils for Beginners
Maria Radun
Oil painting by Maria Radun
This course is designed to teach beginners the fundamentals of oil painting. Get a clear understanding of oil painting materials, supports and mediums. Learn ways to begin a painting, tonal values, colour mixing, direct and indirect methods of painting, and brushwork skills. With demonstrations and step-by-step instruction, you will gain the confidence to compose your own paintings and fall in love with this incredibly versatile medium.
Level: Beginners
Duration: 4 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: 8, 15, 22, 29 March
Time: WEDNESDAY 9.30 am – 12.00 pm
Cost: $140
Enrol: 0438 543 186 or email info@mariaradun.com or visit www.mariaradun.com
Innovative Methods with Acrylics
Julie Goldspink
“Gum Blossom Beauty” by Julie Goldspink – wet In wet acrylic & watercolour
You will be shown how to employ different methods using acrylic paint. Explore:
- mediums and additive;
- ways to use brushes and palette knife to create mood with effects and techniques;
- colour mixing.
Hone your skills and increase your knowledge of this medium. All elements of design discussed and a diverse range of subject matter covered. Have fun while you learn. Materials list issued after you enrol. BOOK EARLY!
Level: All levels
Duration: 6 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: 15, 22 February / 1,8,15 March/ 5 April
Time: WEDNESDAY 2 pm – 5 pm
Cost: $200
Enrol: 0402 123 978 or julie@juliegoldspink.com.au
Direct and Vibrant Oils
Malcolm Beattie
“Rangas” – oil painting by Malcolm Beattie
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 simplified, enabling you to produce clean spontaneous paintings full of light, with the aim of completing a small painting each lesson.
Level: All levels
Duration: 7 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: 3,10, 17 February / 3, 10, 17, 24 March
Time: FRIDAY 1.45 pm – 4.15 pm
Cost: $265
Enrol: 0408 997 814 or email maroyn@bigpond.net.au
Oils and Acrylics
Glenn Hoyle
”Sweet Still Life” – oil painting by Glenn Hoyle
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: 10 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: 2, 9, 16, 23 February / 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 March /6 April
Time: THURSDAY 12.30 – 3pm
Cost: $30 per class, paid weekly
Enrol: 9789 6547 or 0481 274 290 or email
glennhoyle@tpg.com.au
Advanced Oil Painting [All Day]
Bill Caldwell
‘Winter Gold’, oil painting by Bill Caldwell
For students wishing to explore their potential in realist painting. Previous experience is required. Class is fully subscribed.
Level: Advanced
Duration: 6 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: 6, 13, 27 February / 6, 27 March / 3 April
Time: MONDAY 9.30 – 3.30 pm
Cost: $40 per day
Enrol: 5988 4210 or 0417 393 394 or email
william_caldwell@icloud.com
NEW! Finding Light & Colour in your Landscapes
Let’s do something different!
Acrylic Painting Course
Catherine Hamilton
‘Fragile’ – Landscape by Catherine Hamilton
This 4 week course does bring together some of Turner’s painting methods after all he was a magnificent painter of light! BUT let’s try something different!
This course is about colour, reflections and of course light and shadow. Paint scenes from the diverse landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula – stunning creeks and streams, trees, rocks cliff faces and rocks, the rolling landscape the rugged coast and stunning beaches.
Create a finished painting during the course from start to finish or several small ones.
I will go through several ideas of how to approach a unique composition, some new ideas in underpainting the subject and getting the most out of light. Demonstrations on water and reflection, painting trees, rocks etc. You are encouraged to work on your own choice of composition, or you can follow mine.
Level: All
Duration: 4 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: 31 January 7, 14, 21 February
Time: TUESDAY 12.30 am – 3pm
Cost: $140
Enrol: 0419 519 760 or email
hamilton-arts@hotmail.com
NEW! Introduction to Watercolour
Julie Goldspink
“And The Waves Roll In” by Julie Goldspink No8 55cm x 26cm Watercolour on Arches hot pressed paper
This class is to introduce you to the magic of watercolour. You will be shown the basic steps including knowledge of the necessary art materials. You will start with a minimal kit so that you can expand as you progress. The importance of drawing and selection of papers, brushes and paint will be discussed. The colour wheel and elements of design will be explored. You will start with small simple subjects and learn how to lay down washes. A you progress we will work on using more colours and working on larger sizes. Materials list issued after enrolment. BOOK EARLY!
Level: Beginner
Duration: 6 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: 16, 23 February / 2, 9, 16 March / 6 April
Time: THURSDAY 12.30 pm – 2.30 pm
Cost: $180
Enrol: 0402 123 978 or julie@juliegoldspink.com.au
NEW! Watercolour ~ Mastering Light and Mood
Julie Goldspink
Himalayan Blues, acrylic and watercolour painting by Julie Goldspink on canvas
This is a new class targeting those watercolourists wanting to take their art to another level. Maybe you need some new inspiration or to re-examine your old habits? Using a limited palette, you will be shown a range of techniques and new ideas to revitalise your watercolour works. Revising colour mixing, knowing your palette, and enhanced colour selection will make a big difference. Drawing, subject selection and composition will also be explored. Materials list supplied after you enrol. BOOK EARLY!
Level: All levels
Duration: 6 weeks
Studio: Small
Dates: 16, 23 February / 2, 9, 16 March / 6 April
Time: THURSDAY 3.00 pm – 5.30 pm
Cost: $210.
Enrol: 0402 123 978 or julie@juliegoldspink.com.au
Sparkling Watercolours [morning]
Malcolm Beattie
Watercolour painting by Malcolm Beattie
The course will cover the essential elements of watercolour: the selection and simplification of subject matter; drawing, laying washes; using a limited palette; understanding tonal values; working wet-into-wet etc.
Level: Beginner-intermediate
Duration: 6 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: 6, 13, 27 February / 6, 27 March / 3 April
Time: MONDAY 10am-12pm
Cost: $190 [or $320 for morning plus afternoon classes]
Enrol: 0408 997 814 or email
maroyn@bigpond.net.au
Sparkling Watercolours [afternoon]
Malcolm Beattie
‘Clifford Homestead’, watercolour painting by MalcolmBeattie
The course will extend and develop the principles covered in the morning class together with more complex subject matter to produce watercolour paintings full of light, colour and atmosphere.
Level: Intermediate – advanced
Duration: 6 weeks
Studio: Large
Dates: 6, 13, 27 February / 6, 27 March / 3 April
Time: MONDAY 1pm-3.30 pm
Cost: $190 [or $320 for morning plus afternoon classes]
Enrol: 0408 997 814 or email
maroyn@bigpond.net.au