Our week-on-week short 4 or 8 week courses allow students to immerse themselves in a range of media, learn new skills and become part of our art community. With classes available for beginners, intermediate and advanced students in a range of subjects.
Mid-course enrolments are welcome in many of our courses.
Workshops
For those interested in a one-off session, try our Weekend Workshops which run year-round on Saturdays and Sundays.
Special Offer: Any adult student enrolled in a short course receives a 10% discount on any weekend workshop in the same term, click below for more information:
Our week-on-week courses allow students to immerse themselves in a range of media, learn new skills and become part of our art community. Our classes are available at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels allowing students to follow through a course of study.
Term 2 commences: 6 May for most classes.
Priority Earlybird Enrolment: 5-14 March (current students have early access to re-enrol)
Early Bird Enrolment: 15 March – 8 April (enrolments are open to everyone)
Beginners: Beginner courses build confidence and skills, exploring the fundamentals and theory of art, including drawing, colour and composition across various media. Students are nurtured and encouraged to find their voice.
Intermediate (some experience): More experienced students can build on their skills by focusing on a particular medium in-depth or finessing a style or technique.
Advanced (Masterclass): For students who are confident and experienced and are striving to explore new or traditional techniques.
Art Est. is delighted to welcome Ross Laurie as guest tutor for this Master Class. Ross captivates his students with his thought-provoking teaching style and warm rapport. This Master Class has a focus on observing images of landscape and ways to translate the landscape into art using oils or acrylics. The workshop is about drawing and painting from your own images and memory, and being exposed to ideas and influences that will assist in you reaching your full potential guided by...
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In this class paint still life favourites like fruit, lemons or vegetables. In Susie's classes, students learn tips and tricks for keeping watercolours transparent and beautiful. You will come away with a feeling of wonder and addiction to this extraordinary watery paint and be confident that you can tackle anything. Is this course right for me? While all levels of artist are welcome, some prior experience with watercolours is recommended. Students should have at least attended a...
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$200Limited
inc GST
Watercolour Workshop | Classic Still Life for Kitchens | Susie Murphie
This two day master class style workshop with Marie Mansfield is for students with prior oil painting experience who would like to improve their landscape painting skills. The focus of this two day workshop is painting tonally as it relates to painting landscapes en plein air (ie out in the field). Enjoy two days of working both in the studio and in the field at a nearby outdoor location. You will gain a solid understanding and observing tone and observing light - vital ingredients...
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$425Limited
inc GST
Landscape Painting in Oils | En plein air | Marie Mansfield
This 2 day master class is held outdoors en Plein Air. (In the event of inclement or extreme weather the workshop will be held in the studio.) Fee excludes materials.
Learn the fundamentals of how to draw with charcoal - one of the most versatile and expressive mediums. Students will experiment with various techniques to capture a variety of subject matter, such as still life, landscape, portraits and the figure. Michael will provide tips and tricks on how to simplify some of the most seemingly complex forms into basic geometric shapes that make drawing digestible and fun. Students will learn how to embed structure into their drawings before...
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Drawing Course | Fundamentals of Charcoal Drawing with Michael Simms
This class is also suitable for high school students. See More> Price *excludes* materials. This is a short 4 week course suitable for new and continuing students.
This class is also suitable for high school students. See More> Price *excludes* materials. This is a short 4 week course suitable for new and continuing students.
This class is also suitable for high school students. See More> Price *excludes* materials. This is a short 4 week course that is suitable for new and continuing students.
Go back to basics or start from scratch to refresh your skills and learn the fundamentals of painting with watercolours. This course will cover the full range of watercolour techniques from the past and contemporary with loads of practical exercises and a solid understanding of different papers and watercolour materials. There will be practice with sketching and working plein air, and you will learn how to make longer finished studio watercolours. Perfect for beginners and great...
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A new weekly watercolour class for students of all abilities. This is an opportunity for you to bring images and projects of your own to the studios and to learn the techniques you need to complete the watercolour works of your choice. Tanya will work individually with students at their level, encouraging experimentation and the development of each student’s personal style. What to expect Studio sessions may begin with demonstrations and technical instruction by Tanya that is...
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This course will be about discovering gesture and colour in the landscape through a mix of compositional drawings, monoprint works and mixed media colour studies. The drawings and prints will provide the foundation and direction for a more sustained watercolour, acrylic or oil painting on canvas or board. We will explore the compositions of the great masters and examine the colour expression of the Japanese printmakers through to the impressionists and abstract expressionists. What...
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This painting course is open to anyone, from beginners to those with prior experience who are seeking a painting studio experience and to learn from an experienced art tutor. Over the 4 weeks, the course will explore some fundamentals including tone and colour, perspective and proportions and finding structure in the painting. We will also look at drawing exercises to help discover gestures and movement in the work. Students can work on their own subject or seek direction from...
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This is a 4 Week block with Ash this term. The second 4 week block will be taught by Mathew Lynn. See More> Price *excludes* materials | Suitable for enthusiastic beginners and those with prior experience | Suitable for new and continuing students.
This is a 4 Week block with Ash this term. The second 4 week block will be taught by Mathew Lynn. See More> Price *excludes* materials | Suitable for enthusiastic beginners and those with prior experience | Suitable for new and continuing students.
See More> Price *excludes* materials | Suitable for enthusiastic beginners and those with prior experience | Suitable for new and continuing students. This 4 week block will be taught by Mathew Lynn
This 4 week course with the fabulous, well-known ceramicist Stephanie Phillips will give you the hand building skills and techniques used by Stephanie to create her stunning geometric, sculptural works. Stephanie’s generosity in sharing her tips, tricks and methods make these classes productive, and rich in ideas and information to get you making professional and unique works. What to expect Week 1: Design and plan In your first class you will begin with research, finding...
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$325Limited
inc GST
Ceramics | Sculptural Hand-Building with Stephanie Phillips
Introducing our new Life Drawing Sketch Group, an untutored weekly session where you can draw or paint a live model. Whether you're looking to improve your skills or simply enjoy drawing from life, our sessions are untutored, allowing you to express yourself without constraints. For beginners through to experienced artists, this weekly group offers an opportunity to explore the human form in a supportive environment. Bring your preferred drawing or painting materials, whether you...
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This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
This is a new untutored sketching session for artists of any level. Not included in discount offers. Casual attendance $30 per sessions if places available.
