Our courses for kids aged 5 to 12 years are structured for different age groups and stages. Kids learn about artists, art history and art genres while being in a relaxed and nurturing environment. While many of our young students come for fun, some use their Art Est portfolio to enter selective creative high schools.
We are currently in Term 2. Late enrolments are welcome, where you can join a class that has already started at a reduced cost (the discount is applied automatically at check out).
Our next Term program is Term 3. Key dates for next term are below:
Priority Enrolment: 30 May (current students have early access to re-enrol)
Early Bird Enrolment: opens 6 June (classes are open to everyone)
As a registered provider for the Creative Kids program, you can redeem your $100 Creative Kids voucher with us and create something great. Before you enrol with us, please click the button below to read some important information on how to redeem your Creative Kids voucher with Art Est.
Words and Pictures is a course aimed at igniting the imagination of budding authors and illustrators. This course is lead by professional comic writer and illustrator Sam McNair. It includes a mix of writing, drawing, discussions and games. The intended outcome is to engage critical thinking skills, imagination and productivity. This course is aimed at improving visual literacy and above all having fun. Each term of Words and Pictures focuses on a different story archetype. What to...
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$350
$210
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inc GST
Words and Pictures | Cartoon Illustration and Story Telling | 10+
Enrolments still open once the course has commenced. (Subject to available places)
Price includes art materials | Designed for children/teens in Years 4 to Year 8/9 at School | Suitable for new and continuing students, each term your tutor will have new activities to enjoy | Maximum of 12 students in all our classes
Using your CreativeKids voucher? Online enrolments are NOT available with these vouchers. You need to call on 02 9564 1519 during regular office hours 10am-5pm Monday-Friday and enrol over the phone
This art class is for students in Year 7 to Year 10 at High School (aged 12-16 years) with a strong interest in visual arts. A great class for kids wishing to pursue secondary level visual art and who really want to learn much more about art-making, art history, refine and extend their skills in painting and drawing. Students will be encouraged to develop creative thinking and their own visual style. What to expect Through structured exercises, students will: learn foundation...
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$390
$273
Limited
inc GST
Drawing and Painting Fundamentals for Teens | age 12-16
Enrolments still open once the course has commenced. (Subject to available places)
Price includes art materials | Class is aimed at children/teens in Year 6 through to Year 9 or 10 at School | Suitable for new and continuing students, each term your tutor will have new activities | Maximum of 12 students in all our classesUsing your CreativeKids voucher? Online enrolments are NOT available with these vouchers. You need to call on 02 9564 1519 during regular office hours 10am-5pm Monday-Friday and enrol over the phone
Enrolments still open once the course has commenced. (Subject to available places)
Price includes art materials | Class is aimed at children/teens in Year 7-10 at School | Suitable for new and continuing students, each term your tutor will have new activities | Maximum of 12 students in all our classes
Using your CreativeKids voucher? Online enrolments are NOT available with these vouchers. You need to call on 02 9564 1519 during regular office hours 10am-5pm Monday-Friday and enrol over the phone
Enrolments still open once the course has commenced. (Subject to available places)
Price *includes* art materials | This class is aimed at students in Year 7-9 at High School | Suitable for new and continuing students, each term your tutor will have new activities to enjoy. *Maximum of 12 students in all our classes*
*Using your CreativeKids voucher? Online enrolments are NOT available with these vouchers. You need to call on 02 9564 1519 during regular office hours 10am-5pm Monday-Friday and enrol over the phone*
This is a new drawing and painting course with children's book illustrator Serena Geddes which will introduce students to a range of subject, illustration styles and media. Explore colour using a range mediums such as pencil, watercolour, gouache and pen. This is a fun and interactive course where you will develop your creative drawing and painting skills. You'll also keep a Visual Journey where you can add your notes, sketches and ideas and keep your imagination and creativity...
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$350
$245
Limited
inc GST
Drawing, Painting and Illustration with Serena Geddes | 10+
Enrolments still open once the course has commenced. (Subject to available places)
| Price includes art materials |
Using your CreativeKids voucher? Online enrolments are NOT available with these vouchers. You need to call on 02 9564 1519 during regular office hours 10am-5pm Monday-Friday and enrol over the phone
A class for children in Years 4-6 at Primary School (aged 9-12 years) who would like to explore a range of art-making techniques including drawing, painting, collage, printmaking or sculpture. Through age-appropriate, structured activities and projects children will get hands-on practice, learn foundation art skills, learn a bit of art theory, explore a variety of art-making mediums all while developing confidence, imagination and creative thinking. Students will take home several...
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Enrolments still open once the course has commenced. (Subject to available places)
Price *includes* art materials | This class is aimed at students in year 3-6 at Primary School | Suitable for new and continuing students, each term your tutor will have new activities to enjoy. *Maximum of 12 students in all our classes*
*Using your CreativeKids voucher? Online enrolments are NOT available with these vouchers. You need to call on 02 9564 1519 during regular office hours 10am-5pm Monday-Friday and enrol over the phone*
Enrolments still open once the course has commenced. (Subject to available places)
Price *includes* art materials | This class is aimed at students in year 3-6 at Primary School | Suitable for new and continuing students, each term your tutor will have new activities to enjoy. *Maximum of 12 students in all our classes*
*Using your CreativeKids voucher? Online enrolments are NOT available with these vouchers. You need to call on 02 9564 1519 during regular office hours 10am-5pm Monday-Friday and enrol over the phone*
This course is for the budding young artist who has a wide range of creative interests. Each lesson will focus on a different medium and technique, along with a variety of fun activities to get those creative neurons firing! By the end of the course, students will create a portfolio of finished works in each medium. What to expect Each lesson will start with an out-of-the-box thinking exercise to fire up the creative side of the brain. Each week the tutor will teach students...
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$330
$264
Limited
inc GST
Creative Play and Experimentation for Kids 8-12
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This term drawing class is for young artists to stretch their capabilities in cartooning, drawing and illustration. The course has a wide scope appealing to a wide range of interests. Each week the young artists will explore a different broad topic and set about drawing characters and scenes in a fun and imaginative manner. Is this course right for my child? This course is aimed at children in Years 2-5 in Primary School What to expect Children will build their skills through step...
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Overview In this course, students will learn to draw a variety of human and animal anatomy using traditional drawing techniques. The tutor will guide students through the essentials of how to successfully draw a range of anatomical structures such as skulls, eyes, animal bodies, and organs. We will cover the basics of anatomical proportion, skeletal structures, facial features, and interior anatomy. By the end of the course, Students will have greater confidence in observing and...
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Students will enjoy learning about sculpture and hand-building ceramics as they make some creative artworks in clay. Through structured activities and projects students will develop a whole range of clay hand building techniques to make some fun sculptures and functional ceramics. Students build their skills and confidence week by week in a fun and creative space and learn about working with clay and glazing techniques. Activities are age-appropriate and structured around hands-on...
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Overview A great class for kids wishing to pursue secondary level visual art and who really want to learn much more about art making, art history, refine and extend their skills in painting and drawing. Students will be encouraged to develop creative thinking and their own visual style. This art class is for high school students in Year 7 – Year 10 (aged 12-16 years)* with a strong interest in visual arts. What to expect Through structured exercises, students will: learn foundation...
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Children will learn a wide range of art-making skills including drawing, painting, collage, printmaking or sculpture. We provide a fun and creative space to learn and experiment with different mediums including pencil, oil pastels, watercolours, acrylics and much more. Class activities are age-appropriate and include a mix of theory, hands-on practice, learning about famous artists and artworks all while developing your child's confidence, skills, imagination and creative thinking....
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