- February 2026
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Watercolours - An Introduction
Monday 09 FebruaryA beginner level watercolour class. All materials are included and you'll take home your own starter watercolours kit.$168.00 incl. GST -
Creating Art with Mixed Media
Monday 09 FebruaryJoin us to develop your art practice by including a range of mixed media elements to your work. Mixed media artist Sanjay Theodore will introduce you to installation art through mixed media. You will learn to work with paint, pastel, collage, pencil, gauche. At the end of the course you will be able to create your own large work to take home and feel proud of!$195.00 incl. GST -
Beginner’s Calligraphy: An Introduction to Beautiful Writing
Monday 09 FebruaryUnlock the art of beautiful handwriting, in this beginner friendly calligraphy course! This is perfect for those with little or no experience, this workshop will guide you through the basics of creating elegant, expressive lettering using a broad edged pen and ink.$190.00 incl. GST -
The Artist's Way
Tuesday 10 FebruaryGet ready to engage, discover, and recover your creative self! “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron is considered by many to be THE guidebook to higher creativity. This course is suitable for everyone who wishes to increase their creativity in ANY field.$175.00 incl. GST -
Pottery Beginners
Tuesday 10 FebruaryInterested in classes at our Auckland pottery studio? Have you ever wanted to work with clay, but not known where to start? Join our beginner pottery class and learn a range of essential clay techniques. Whether you're a complete novice or have some experience, this pottery course will help you develop key skills, including hand-building and clay molding. Come and join Matt McLean, one of New Zealand's top award-winning potters and learn a range of hand building and wheel throwing techniques.$320.00 incl. GST -
Meditative Art
Tuesday 10 FebruaryUsing drawing, painting and crafts come and explore how to connect and express yourself in a creative way. You don't need to have any artistic talent or prior knowledge! All materials are provided.$167.00 incl. GST -
Oil Painting: An introduction
Tuesday 10 FebruaryWhether you're new to the medium or a seasoned painter, Andrew’s experienced approach to oil painting offers guidance and inspiration for every level. With his gentle encouragement, you will begin with drawing before progressing to oils, developing confidence through clear, practical instruction rooted in traditional painting methods.$188.00 incl. GST -
Modern Calligraphy Weekly Course
Tuesday 10 FebruaryCome and learn the elegant script writing of past generations. You'll learn to use a pointed pen nib to write Script Cursive Lettering. All materials included and you'll take home your pen.$220.00 incl. GST -
Modern Masters for Children: Explore Art & Create Your Own! (ages 6 - 14)
Wednesday 11 FebruaryGet ready to dive into the colourful world of modern art! In this fun and hands-on course art course for children, we’ll discover some of the most exciting artists of the last century—how they painted, what inspired them, and the bold techniques they used to break the rules of art.$160.00 incl. GST -
Painting with Acrylics
Wednesday 11 FebruaryLearn to paint with acrylic paints. This practical course is aimed at people with little or no previous experience, as well as at those who have painted with acrylics before. All materials included.$195.00 incl. GST -
Drawing for Beginners
Wednesday 11 FebruaryJoin us for a practical introduction to drawing with pencil, charcoal and ink. Tutor Andrew will break it down into simple steps to get your started with drawing.$154.00 incl. GST -
Pottery Beginners
Wednesday 11 FebruaryInterested in classes at our Auckland pottery studio? Have you ever wanted to work with clay, but not known where to start? Join our beginner pottery class and learn a range of essential clay techniques. Whether you're a complete novice or have some experience, this pottery course will help you develop key skills, including hand-building and clay molding. Come and join Matt McLean, one of New Zealand's top award-winning potters and learn a range of hand building and wheel throwing techniques.$320.00 incl. GST - March 2026
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Understanding Art: See More, Say More
Monday 02 MarchArt can feel intimidating if you haven’t studied it, but it doesn’t have to be. This four-week class provides simple and engaging strategies to help you feel more confident discussing art and will conclude with a visit to the Art Gallery to put your new skills into practice.$140.00 incl. GST -
Crochet for Beginners
Tuesday 03 MarchGet face to face, hands on instruction over four weeks building your skills from absolute beginner to confident crocheter! All materials are provided - just show up and learn.$153.00 incl. GST -
Painting Daffodils in Oils
Saturday 14 MarchUnlock your inner artist in this one-day workshop, where you'll learn to paint a beautiful daffodil using oil paints$168.00 incl. GST -
Calligraphy - An Introduction
Saturday 14 MarchCome along and spend a day being introduced to the art of calligraphy and learn techniques to achieve beautiful lettering for stationery, invitations, signs and cards. Materials included and you'll take home a starter pack. Please note this is an adults course and is not suitable for children.$88.00 incl. GST -
Raranga Kete Wananga
Saturday 14 MarchJoin Lisa Critchley for a holistic experience of raranga weaving in accordance and alignment with traditional indigenous practices (Tikanga and Kaupapa Māori). You'll learn the basic skills to weave a kete.$180.00 incl. GST -
Pottery Beginners
Saturday 14 MarchSaturday 14th and Sunday 15th March 10am - 4:30pm plus glazing session Saturday 28th March At Selwyn College, Auckland.Interested in classes at our Auckland pottery studio? Have you ever wanted to work with clay, but not known where to start? Join our beginner pottery class and learn a range of essential clay techniques. Whether you're a complete novice or have some experience, this pottery course will help you develop key skills, including hand-building and clay molding. Come and join Matt McLean, one of New Zealand's top award-winning potters and learn a range of hand building and wheel throwing techniques.$310.00 incl. GST -
Watercolours - An Introduction
Saturday 14 MarchA beginner level watercolour class. All materials are included and you'll take home your own starter watercolours kit.$125.00 incl. GST -
Candle Making for Beginners
Saturday 14 MarchLearn to prepare and fragrance one container candle.$56.00 incl. GST -
Alcohol Ink Blooms
Saturday 14 MarchUnleash your creativity and explore the vibrant world of alcohol ink in this hands-on four hour workshop! In Alcohol Ink Blooms, you'll learn the techniques to create stunning florals, landscapes, and even abstract designs using the dynamic and colourful medium of alcohol ink.$95.00 incl. GST -
A Creative Decoupage Experience – Gilded Seashells
Saturday 14 MarchDiscover the beauty of transforming simple seashells into elegant, gold-accented keepsakes using the decoupage process.$85.00 incl. GST -
From Dreams to Reality – Create Your Vision Board
Saturday 14 MarchOne day, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.Unlock the power of visualisation and goal-setting with this hands-on course on creating vision boards.$54.00 incl. GST -
Cyanotype Photographic Printing
Sunday 15 MarchLearn this 19th century photographic printing process, also known as shadowgraphs or blue-prints, which can be used to create fine art prints, cards or bespoke books.$72.00 incl. GST -
The Art of Kintsugi
Sunday 15 MarchCome and learn this beautiful and healing Japanese art that uses gold or silver-coloured glues to bring together pieces of a broken pottery item and at the same time enhance the breaks.$165.00 incl. GST -
Travel Sketching
Sunday 15 MarchJoin this one day course and learn how to use pen, watercolours and pencil to create your own personal travel journal.$150.00 incl. GST -
Introduction to Tambour Embroidery
Sunday 15 MarchLearn the basics of this exquisite embroidery technique using beads and sequins.$92.00 incl. GST -
Carve Your Own Pounamu Māori Whale's Tooth Pendant
Sunday 15 MarchUsing traditional methods and also modern machinery participants will get to create a Rei Niho (whale's tooth) pendant. (Includes all materials).$215.00 incl. GST -
Calming the Mind with Collage
Sunday 15 MarchTake a gentle pause from the noise of daily life through the calming art of mixed-media collage.$87.00 incl. GST -
Textile Memories with Liz Mitchell
Sunday 15 March1 day, Sun 10:00 AM - Sun 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.Join Liz Mitchell, one of New Zealand’s leading bespoke couture designers, for an inspiring workshop exploring the art of wet felting. Under Liz’s expert guidance, you’ll create a personalised textile piece using soap, water, fibre, and agitation to transform fabric scraps into something entirely new.$180.00 incl. GST -
Soft Stone Sculpture
Sunday 15 MarchCreate your own masterpiece to enhance your garden or interior spaces. The soft stone sculpture is one of the most accessible mediums to work with as ideas can be quickly realised and easily modified. Includes sculpting block. Courses run 11am - 4pm.$138.00 incl. GST - May 2026
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Floral Design: Preserving Petals: Flower Pressing
Friday 01 MayCome and learn the gentle art of pressing flowers – preserving blooms in all their delicate beauty.$90.00 incl. GST -
Art from Anything: Create Your Own Indoor Sculpture
Monday 04 MayUnleash your creativity in this hands-on sculpture-making class where everyday discarded objects become works of art! Using recycled materials—such as papier-mâché, egg cartons, cardboard boxes, plastics, and even nuts and bolts—you’ll design and build your own unique indoor sculpture for your home.$230.00 incl. GST -
Watercolours - The Next Step
Monday 04 MayA follow on course for those who have completed our beginners course or already have basic watercolour painting skills.$140.00 incl. GST -
Calligraphy, Gold Foiling and Embossing
Monday 04 MaySix Mondays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (No classes King's birthday 1st June) At Selwyn College, Auckland.During this course you will learn calligraphy skills and other related techniques that will complement your letters, creating a beautiful personalised 'journal story' of our six weeks together.$198.00 incl. GST -
Intro to Amigurumi Crochet
Tuesday 05 MayThis Intro to Amigurumi Crochet Course is perfect for those who are looking for their next step in the crochet journey by learning specific stitches and techniques to improve their amigurumi projects.$153.00 incl. GST -
Pottery Beginners
Tuesday 05 MayInterested in classes at our Auckland pottery studio? Have you ever wanted to work with clay, but not known where to start? Join our beginner pottery class and learn a range of essential clay techniques. Whether you're a complete novice or have some experience, this pottery course will help you develop key skills, including hand-building and clay molding. Come and join Matt McLean, one of New Zealand's top award-winning potters and learn a range of hand building and wheel throwing techniques.$320.00 incl. GST -
Meditative Art
Tuesday 05 MayUsing drawing, painting and crafts come and explore how to connect and express yourself in a creative way. You don't need to have any artistic talent or prior knowledge! All materials are provided.$167.00 incl. GST -
Oil Painting: An introduction
Tuesday 05 MayWhether you're new to the medium or a seasoned painter, Andrew’s experienced approach to oil painting offers guidance and inspiration for every level. With his gentle encouragement, you will begin with drawing before progressing to oils, developing confidence through clear, practical instruction rooted in traditional painting methods.$188.00 incl. GST -
Creating a Visual Journal
Tuesday 05 MayWant to learn how to keep a visual diary? The possibilities are endless with Visual Journaling – as varied as your days and as boundless as your art! Learn how with Ashley.$130.00 incl. GST -
History of Art in Ancient Mexico
Tuesday 05 MayJoin us for an exploration of the captivating cultures that flourished in Mexico before the arrival of the kingdom of Spain. In this course, the students will learn to identify the most important cities and developments in the territory. The course will start with the origins of civilisation up to the year 1521, marked by the fall of Tenochtitlan.$98.00 incl. GST -
Modern Masters for Children: Explore Art & Create Your Own! (ages 6 - 14)
Wednesday 06 MayGet ready to dive into the colourful world of modern art! In this fun and hands-on course art course for children, we’ll discover some of the most exciting artists of the last century—how they painted, what inspired them, and the bold techniques they used to break the rules of art.$160.00 incl. GST -
Abstract Painting
Wednesday 06 MayThis course will introduce you to the world of abstract painting and allow you to create your own abstract works. If you already have some experience, you will be able to extend your painting skills. The course fee includes all materials.$195.00 incl. GST -
Drawing with Colour: Expanding Basic Skills with Pastels and Watercolour Pencils
Wednesday 06 MayTake your drawing skills to the next level in this course. Explore the vibrant world of colour, incorporating pastels and watercolour pencils in your drawings to enhance your artwork and create depth, mood, and harmony in your compositions.$154.00 incl. GST -
Pottery Beginners
Wednesday 06 MayInterested in classes at our Auckland pottery studio? Have you ever wanted to work with clay, but not known where to start? Join our beginner pottery class and learn a range of essential clay techniques. Whether you're a complete novice or have some experience, this pottery course will help you develop key skills, including hand-building and clay molding. Come and join Matt McLean, one of New Zealand's top award-winning potters and learn a range of hand building and wheel throwing techniques.$320.00 incl. GST -
Block Printing on Fabric and Paper
Saturday 16 MayJoin textile artist Lesley on this fun workshop and learn how to create your own wooden printing blocks and explore ways to transfer your creativity onto a surface of either paper or fabric.$128.00 incl. GST -
Resin Art
Saturday 16 MayJoin resin artist Andrea Waterhouse and make your own personalised piece of resin art to hang on your wall. Artworks need to dry overnight and will be available to collect during the following week. Each workshop is three hours long. Full courses with long waiting lists may not be visible on the website.$132.00 incl. GST -
Learn to Needle-felt a Mini Masterpiece
Saturday 16 MayDiscover the art of needle-felting in this one day, hands-on fibre painting workshop. Designed for both beginners and experienced crafters, this class will guide you through the process of creating a beautiful needle-felted painting.$175.00 incl. GST -
Modern Calligraphy
Saturday 16 MayCome and learn the elegant script writing of past generations. You'll learn to use a pointed pen nib to write Script Cursive Lettering. All materials included and you'll take home your pen.$96.00 incl. GST -
Mosaics: Create a Mosaic Bird Bath
Saturday 16 MayWeekend workshop, Saturday 10AM to 4PM and Sunday 9AM to 12PM At Selwyn College, Auckland.Come and learn how to create your own bird bath or patio bowl using recycled, beautiful, broken china, tiles and found objects.$142.00 incl. GST

