Come and learn the skills to paint portraits from photos. Learn the basics of form, value and colour - while stealing a few tricks from some of the old masters. Create your very own masterpieces. Materials fee is included in this course.

Unlock 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.

In this short watercolour course you will dive into the fluid world of watercolour as you explore how to paint water in all its forms—rivers, lakes, streams, and shimmering reflections. In this inspiring course, you'll also master the art of painting sky scenes, from moody overcast days to radiant sunny skies and dramatic cloudscapes.

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.

Whether 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.

Get 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.

Learn 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.

If you have already attended our Pottery Beginners classes (preferably two terms), this Next Steps course will help you extend your skills. You will be encouraged to develop your hand building and sculptural techniques including learning about creating handles and spouts for your creations.

Immerse yourself into the world of Slavic icons in this fascinating course. Explore the rich history, intricate symbolism, and deep cultural significance of these sacred works of art. Through discussion and analysis, you’ll uncover the stories, traditions, and spiritual meanings behind each icon, gaining a deeper appreciation for this enduring artistic and religious heritage.

Using 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.

Get 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.

Want to capture the world around you using the magical world of watercolour? Learning both traditional and experimental techniques, we’ll learn how to paint simple landscapes (mountains, coasts, bush, gardens, streams) from the masters. By the end of the course, you will be beginning to paint atmospheric landscapes that are meaningful to you, and have gained some experience using watercolour.

Discover the beauty of expressive lettering as you design and create your own silk scarf using calligraphic techniques.

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.

In this hands-on course, you’ll learn key Cubist & Abstract Painting techniques and create your own expressive artworks inspired by the principles of Cubism.

Spend a creative day with Andrew exploring the exciting possibilities of mixed media. Discover how to combine pen with watercolour, inks, pastels, and gouache to create vibrant, expressive artworks. With step-by-step guidance, Andrew will share his process, tips, and techniques to help you experiment confidently and bring your ideas to life.

Unlock your inner artist in this one-day workshop, where you'll learn to paint a beautiful shell using oil paints

Learn the art of beautiful lettering for gifts, cards and envelopes in this beginner-friendly calligraphy course.

Learn the art of folding books to form beautiful art.

Learn the basics of this exquisite embroidery technique using beads and sequins.

Want 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.

Discover the beauty of transforming simple seashells into elegant, gold-accented keepsakes using the decoupage process.

Discover the creative possibilities of fibre art in this hands-on workshop with Liz Mitchell one of NZ’s leading fashion designers. By the end of the course, you’ll leave with a unique finished piece and the confidence to continue exploring these innovative techniques at home.

Art 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.

Join us for a central city walk of art which will embrace sculpture, murals and commissioned art and the influence it has on public spaces. 10am - 12pm

Have you got an idea for a storybook character? Learn techniques to create and develop your very own storybook characters. Join us for a full weekend to learn the process of illustrating, developing and producing a children's picture book. Bring your own materials. Read more below. Please contact the office for last minute registrations.

Explore the beauty of natural dyeing on wool and silk. Participants will learn to prepare the fibre to receive the colour and to extract the colour from natural plants.

Come 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.

Come 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.

This course is held offsite, meeting at Aotea Square in the CBD.

Join EK on this introduction to abstraction using pattern and repetition. Have a fun day completing an artwork. All materials are included including paper and paints and a large canvas.

Create your own bone carving out of beef bone in this tikanga-based contemporary workshop.

Learn to create expressive landscape paintings by developing composition, mood, and atmosphere in this hands-on workshop for painters with some experience.

Using textiles, found materials, transfers, mosaic and other mixed media, participants will explore composition, layering, and storytelling through design onto a glazed dinner-sized ceramic plate.

Everyone loves gold bling! Learn how to add these golden delicacies to your cards, calligraphy and even little objects, with a special focus on Christmas delights.

Join waste warrior Ronja Schipper (AKA re:purpose Ronja) in this fun workshop, crafting a pair of earrings and a necklace from discarded bicycle inner tube.

Learn how to create gorgeous pebble mosaics through the precast indirect reverse method.

In this short watercolour course you will dive into the fluid world of watercolour as you explore how to paint water in all its forms—rivers, lakes, streams, and shimmering reflections. In this inspiring course, you'll also master the art of painting sky scenes, from moody overcast days to radiant sunny skies and dramatic cloudscapes.

Take a gentle pause from the noise of daily life through the calming art of mixed-media collage. In this slow-paced, meditative workshop, you’ll begin by gathering materials—images, textures, colours—that spark joy or quiet curiosity.

Discover the beauty of transforming simple seashells into elegant, gold-accented keepsakes using the decoupage process.

Create a beautiful, personalised calendar in this guided workshop.

Unlock the power of visualisation and goal-setting with this hands-on course on creating vision boards.

Create 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.

Come 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.

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.

Using 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.

Whether 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.

This course will explore how collage has been used in various forms, from portraiture to surrealism, and how artists have incorporated personal interpretation and mixed media techniques to create dynamic, meaningful works. Learning with Sally Barron, you'll use these learnings to inspire your own collage projects.

Get 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.

This 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.