A follow on course for those who have completed our beginners course or already have basic watercolour painting skills.

Have you got broken necklaces at home that you'd love to repurpose into new jewellery? Bring some of your own old beads and fashion fabulous new necklaces. Beading afficionado Kathy will show you the tricks of turning beads into necklaces. Learn to restring beads and finish your necklace with a secure clasp.

Join EK on this introduction to action painting. Have a fun day completing an artwork. All materials are provided, including paints, quality paper and a large canvas.

Zentangle ® is mindful drawing. Come along and create a miniature abstract work of art with a collection of patterns. All your materials are provided and you will spend a relaxing half-day drawing structured patterns in a mindful way.

Unlock the cozy and creative world of Corner to Corner (C2C) crochet in this hands-on course, suitable for those confident with a range of stitches (more below). Over four weeks, you'll master the C2C technique, learn how to read C2C patterns, and expertly manage colour changes. The step-by-step guidance ensures you'll confidently tackle increases, decreases, and colour changing techniques specific to C2C. Each two-hour session builds towards completing your very own C2C crochet pillow.

Unleash 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.

Join resin artist Andrea and learn to create your own 9 cm glass coasters using flowers, glitter, or even photographs. You'll create four personalised and beautiful glass coasters. These will need to set overnight and can be collected from the school over the next week.

Love plants? Have a favourite you want to sketch? This workshop is an introduction to plant illustrations and is ideal for anyone interested in drawing and painting the botanical world.

Spend an inspiring weekend with Sally to develop landscape painting techniques in oils. You will depict, in a semi-abstract form, a landscape that is important to you.

Discover the art of micro macramé as you learn the skills to create your own beautifully wrapped crystal pendant. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll gain confidence in simple knotting techniques and learn how to securely bind raw crystals so they become unique, wearable pieces of jewellery.

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.

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.

Explore the awesomeness of resin with jewellery artist Maca Bernal. Learn how to make your own utterly unique resin jewellery incorporating pigments and glitters.

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.

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.

These mosaic classes for beginners (or more experienced) will teach you how to create contemporary and fashionable mosaic art from broken vintage (or modern!) china, ceramic, glass, beads and trinkets. All materials are provided and you will take home your completed artwork at the end of the weekend.

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.

Learn about incense and its history in Japan. You'll learn and make incense to take home.

In this course Susannah will teach you how to create eye-catching line and wash artwork, combining the linear qualities of pen and ink with the looser characteristics of watercolour. Suitable for beginners and all course materials are provided (a materials charge is included in your course fee).

Embark on a thrilling artistic journey as we delve into the captivating world of still life.

Experience the ancient sounds of Aotearoa and join the Maha Tomo to learn about Taonga Puoro (treasures that bring sound to life).

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.

Learn the basics of working with dried blooms, explore natural textures and colours and create a unique, long-lasting piece - a wallhanging for your home. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with a beautiful artwork that brings nature indoors year-round.

Join us for a weekend of creativity and craftsmanship as I guide you through the process of hand stitching and binding your own unique book.

Discover a freer, more expressive way to paint flowers in watercolour. Explore contemporary techniques that move beyond traditional botanical style to capture the beauty, energy, and mood of your subject.

Suitable for those with some art experience. Come along and join Evan from Gordon Harris and have some fun experimenting and playing with a range of new art materials that will expand your art practice.

Zentangle ® is mindful drawing. Come along and create a miniature abstract work of art with a collection of patterns. All your materials are provided and you will spend a relaxing half-day drawing structured patterns in a mindful way.

Come and create your own mocktails and then capture the sparkle, colour, and character of your creations in this fun and refreshing watercolour workshop.

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.

During this one day course you will learn to feel confident using basic art materials to create your own style of drawing. All materials provided.

Learn to explore and create these indigenous paintings of gratitude used in Mexico for centuries to offer thanks to the saints for recoveries from misfortune.

Discover the bold, expressive world of bleach painting—a fun and accessible way to turn plain T-shirts into wearable art.

Come and learn you’ll learn how to build depth, energy, and intention into your work. By the end, you’ll feel more confident stretching beyond familiar territory, refining your style, and creating bold, expressive, and innovative abstract paintings.

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.