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Easter School Holidays | Weekdays 15-26 April 2024 | Now Enrolling

Our regular School Holiday programs are always very popular, offering over 60 workshops for kids (aged 5+) and teens. Our program includes half-day, full-day and two-day workshops. It changes each school holiday period so there will always be a new workshop, new theme, new art form or technique to try.

Book before 10 March and save with our Earlybird Offer

Bundle and Save: To receive a 10% discount you must bundle 6 or more 3 hour School Holiday Workshops together in one transaction. Discount applied at the checkout. Offer ends 10 March 2024
Book Teens Early and Save: enrol in any Easter Holidays Teen Master class before 10 March and save 10% on your fees. Discount shown in green with class information.

No further discounts apply. No retrospective discounts. Discount does not apply if you later transfer your enrolment to a different class.

To see our School Holiday dates for 2024, visit: Our Program Dates

To see some pictures from previous School Holiday programs, visit: Facebook Albums

Our school holiday art programs:

  • include a wide range of art forms including painting, drawing, ceramics, printmaking, and more!
  • include all art materials and tuition in the workshop fee
  • offer 3-hour workshops with morning or afternoon slots for kids aged 5 and over (9.30am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-4.30pm)
  • offer one and two-day master classes for teens to develop skills and explore new mediums or techniques (10am-4pm)
  • include lunchtime supervision for kids staying the whole day at no extra charge

Note: Our goal is to run all the advertised workshops. However, we sometimes need change a workshop theme, age range or tutor due to insufficient enrolments or other circumstances, and occasionally cancel a workshop altogether. In such circumstances, any student enrolled in a cancelled class will be transferred to another suitable class in the same time and parents will be notified. If no alternative class is available at the same time, a credit or refund will be arranged.

Bookings with your NSW Active and Creative Kids Voucher

Art Est continues to be a registered Provider for the NSW Government Active and Creative Kids Progam. You can use your $50 Voucher with us for any holiday workshop. We have made it easier for you as you can now book online through our checkout using your Voucher. Click here to read step-by-step instructions.

Special Offers

Venues

All of our school holiday workshops are now held in just one venue at our main campus studios at 10 Hill Street. This is where we have three painting and drawing studios, and the ceramics studio.Click here for map and directions.

Click here to download a PDF Timetable for the April Holidays

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Ceramics | Funny Fish Plates | 5-8 years

Ceramics | Funny Fish Plates | 5-8 years

Have fun making a funny-looking fish face plate in this fast-paced workshop. Kids will learn to draw and design their stylised fish, then learn to use clay hand-building techniques to make their fish's body. Learn how to give your fish a funny pout and kooky eyes, and other creative embellishments. Lots of imaginative fun for all. Designed for young creators, this hands-on workshop encourages exploration and self-expression through the tactile world of clay. Students unleash their... [More]
$90 Limited inc GST
Ceramics | Funny Fish Plates | 5-8 years

<p>Have fun making a funny-looking fish face plate in this fast-paced workshop. Kids will learn to draw and design their stylised fish, then learn to use clay hand-building techniques to make their

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Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not always indicative of finished works.
Enrol in a morning and afternoon session on the one day and get FREE supervised lunchtime with us.

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Painting | Magical Islands | 8-12 years

Painting | Magical Islands | 8-12 years

Would you like to take off to a magical island and fly away on fluffy clouds? Sky is not the limit...! Use your imagination along with drawing and painting materials to make a big imaginary island artwork on paper. What will students take home? Kids will learn about colour palettes, colour mixing and painting techniques to create a beautiful painting fit for a museum! School Holiday Information More Information FAQs Terms & ConditionsSpecial Offers [More]
$70 Limited inc GST
Painting | Magical Islands | 8-12 years

<p>Would you like to take off to a magical island and fly away on fluffy clouds? Sky is not the limit...! Use your imagination along with drawing and painting materials to make a big imaginary island

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Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not always indicative of finished works.
Enrol in a morning and afternoon session on the one day and get FREE supervised lunchtime with us.

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Painting | Lovely Llamas | 5-7 years

Painting | Lovely Llamas | 5-7 years

Calling all young artists and Llama Lovers! Time to create your very own Llama artwork. In this class you will create your own llama on canvas and experiment with colourful acrylic paint. What will students take home? A beautiful acrylic masterpiece on canvas fit to take home and hang right away! School Holiday Information More Information FAQs Terms & ConditionsSpecial Offers [More]
$70 Limited inc GST
Painting | Lovely Llamas | 5-7 years

<p>Calling all young artists and Llama Lovers! Time to create your very own Llama artwork. In this class you will create your own llama on canvas and experiment with colourful acrylic paint.</p>

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Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not always indicative of finished works.
Enrol in a morning and afternoon session on the one day and get FREE supervised lunchtime with us.

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Drawing| Alphabet Graffiti | 8-12 years

Drawing| Alphabet Graffiti | 8-12 years

In this engaging session, we'll dive into the world of graffiti lettering and help young artists learn how to write the alphabet with a graffiti-inspired twist. Through step-by-step instruction, kids will explore different graffiti lettering styles, from bold and dynamic to decorative and expressive. They'll discover techniques to make their letters stand out, incorporating vibrant colors and shading using paint and Posca pens.  The workshop will culminate in an exciting project... [More]
$70 Limited inc GST
Drawing| Alphabet Graffiti | 8-12 years

<p>In this engaging session, we'll dive into the world of graffiti lettering and help young artists learn how to write the alphabet with a graffiti-inspired twist. Through step-by-step instruction,

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Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not always indicative of finished works.
Enrol in a morning and afternoon session on the one day and get FREE supervised lunchtime with us.

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Ceramics | Whistling Birds with Janet Selby | 9-12 years

Ceramics | Whistling Birds with Janet Selby | 9-12 years

Create your very own ceramic bird that whistles! Janet will take you through the steps to create a small hand-held size sculpture that makes a whistle sound when you blow through the built-in mouthpiece. Made using the pinch pot technique, the character of the animal is refined, then the specially placed holes are carved out of the hollow form to create a ‘toot’ whistle sound.  Janet will take you through these stages step by step, and then it can be decorated with underglaze... [More]
$90 Limited inc GST
Ceramics | Whistling Birds with Janet Selby | 9-12 years

<p>Create your very own ceramic bird that whistles! Janet will take you through the steps to create a small hand-held size sculpture that makes a whistle sound when you blow through the built-in

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Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not always indicative of finished works.
Enrol in a morning and afternoon session on the one day and get FREE supervised lunchtime with us.

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Drawing & Watercolour | Little BIG Things | 5-7 years

Drawing & Watercolour | Little BIG Things | 5-7 years

Australia has some pretty cool BIG THINGS. Have you seen the: The BIG Banana  The BIG Prawn  The BIG Mango The BIG Merino  In this class you will choose your favourite BIG landmark in Australia and draw it! Be inspired by the work of Australian artist Neil McKenna. Choose your favourite large icon and draw your design, put yourself in the picture and add lots of colour in pastels, pencil and other drawing media. What will students take home? Your own larger than life artwork of an... [More]
$70 Limited inc GST
Drawing & Watercolour | Little BIG Things | 5-7 years

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<p>The BIG Banana </p>

<p>The BIG Prawn </p>

<p>The BIG Mango</p>

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Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not always indicative of finished works.
Enrol in a morning and afternoon session on the one day and get FREE supervised lunchtime with us.

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Drawing | Year of the Dragon | 7-9 years

Drawing | Year of the Dragon | 7-9 years

It's the Chinese Year of The Dragon so in this workshop we are going to learn how to draw a big colourful dancing dragon. Did you know that Gold and Blue are the lucky colours for The Year of the Dragon?  Working with pencils, crayons, gouache or watercolour, you'll sketch your design and make a bright artwork that might even bring you luck! What will students take home? A big colourful artwork of a Chinese Dragon on quality paper. School Holiday Information More Information FAQs... [More]
$70 Limited inc GST
Drawing | Year of the Dragon | 7-9 years

<p>It's the Chinese Year of The Dragon so in this workshop we are going to learn how to draw a big colourful dancing dragon.</p>

<p>Did you know that Gold and Blue are the lucky colours for The Year

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Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not always indicative of finished works.
Enrol in a morning and afternoon session on the one day and get FREE supervised lunchtime with us.

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Drawing | Sharks, Rays and Sea Monsters! | 8-12 years

Drawing | Sharks, Rays and Sea Monsters! | 8-12 years

Sharks, Rays, Sea Monsters, Kraken and all dangers under the sea is the inspiration for this workshop. Tell tales of monstrous ocean deeds, while you create a bold image and colourful sea creatures using watercolours, inks, and more. What will students take home? Students will take home a large mixed media artwork on quality paper. School Holiday Information More Information FAQs Terms & ConditionsSpecial Offers [More]
$70 Limited inc GST
Drawing | Sharks, Rays and Sea Monsters! | 8-12 years

<p>Sharks, Rays, Sea Monsters, Kraken and all dangers under the sea is the inspiration for this workshop. Tell tales of monstrous ocean deeds, while you create a bold image and colourful sea creatures

...
Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not always indicative of finished works.
Enrol in a morning and afternoon session on the one day and get FREE supervised lunchtime with us.

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Ink Painting | Inky Octopus | 5-7 years

Ink Painting | Inky Octopus | 5-7 years

Learn about the amazing inky paintings of Victor Hugo and others. Practise drawing amazing underwater tentacled creatures and learn how to apply paint to build up your colours to create a bold and dynamic inky painting. What else draw that lives under the sea? That's up to you and your imagination. Image: Kate Mac Art and Illustration What will students make? An Inky Octopus Artwork on quality watercolour paper  Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not... [More]
$70 Limited inc GST
Ink Painting | Inky Octopus | 5-7 years

<p>Learn about the amazing inky paintings of Victor Hugo and others. Practise drawing amazing underwater tentacled creatures and learn how to apply paint to build up your colours to create a bold and

...
Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not always indicative of finished works.
Enrol in a morning and afternoon session on the one day and get FREE supervised lunchtime with us.
$70 Limited inc GST
Ink Painting | Inky Octopus | 5-7 years

<p>Learn about the amazing inky paintings of Victor Hugo and others. Practise drawing amazing underwater tentacled creatures and learn how to apply paint to build up your colours to create a bold and

...
Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not always indicative of finished works.
Enrol in a morning and afternoon session on the one day and get FREE supervised lunchtime with us.

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Mixed Media | Patterned Landscapes | 7-9 years

Mixed Media | Patterned Landscapes | 7-9 years

This class is inspired by Belynda Henry  an Australian artist from NSW who lives on a country property surrounded by a National Park which gives her plenty of inspiration for her abstract landscapes. She uses paints and pastels, brushes and palette knives to create shapes and textures of the natural environment. What will students take home? A beautiful artwork on canvas of your interpretation of an Abstract Patterned Landscape. School Holiday Information More Information FAQs... [More]
$70 Limited inc GST
Mixed Media | Patterned Landscapes | 7-9 years

<p>This class is inspired by <a href="https://australiangalleries.com.au/artists/belynda-henry/">Belynda Henry</a>  an Australian artist from NSW who lives on a country property surrounded by a

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Images used for the course decription are for inspiration and not always indicative of finished works.
Enrol in a morning and afternoon session on the one day and get FREE supervised lunchtime with us.

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