Sketching Skylines and Urban Sites
Saturday 06 June
Kangaroo Point - 10am - 2 Hours
Tomas Uribe
This class will focus on sketching city skylines, Brisbane case. Special attention to silhouettes and detailing contours. Value tones exploration and linewheight exploration using pencils, charcoal or fineliners.
Sketching basic volumes in perspective
Saturday 20 June
New Farm Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Tomas Uribe
Join us for a 2-hour outdoor sketching session focused on drawing basic solids and volumes in perspective. Working with pencil or fineliner, you will be guided through simple methods using one- and two-point perspective, the use of lines hierarchy. This entry-level class will help you understand how to construct cubes, cylinders, pyramids and spheres while maintaining proportion and visual coherence. The session is designed to build and/or reinforce skills in perspective drawing.
Sketching Across Times
Saturday 27 June
New Farm Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Tomas Uribe
This class draws inspiration from Klee and Kandinsky, exploring abstract forms, rhythms, and perspectives across time in sketching. Special attention to line, shape, and composition using pencils, charcoal or fineliners.
Drawing and Painting for the beginners
Saturday 11 July
Parkland Boulevard, Brisbane City - 2pm - 2 Hours
Jean Paul Itembya
Join us for a relaxed drawing and painting session in Roma Street Parkland. This class is designed for beginners and anyone wanting to explore their creativity in a supportive environment. Please bring your own art supplies including pencils, paper, paints, brushes, and any other materials you prefer. The host will provide guidance throughout the session. No experience required.
Sketch & Paint in the Garden: Outdoor Watercolour Workshop
Saturday 06 June
Capalaba - 10am - 2 Hours
Brittany Hurkmans
Slow down and connect with nature in this relaxed outdoor watercolour workshop set amongst the gardens.
In this session, we'll explore simple sketching and watercolour techniques inspired by the natural surroundings. You'll be guided to observe shapes, colours and textures, and translate them into a loose, expressive artwork.
This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as those looking to enjoy a creative, mindful session in nature.
This is a guided outdoor session where participants will sketch and paint from observation within the garden setting. You are encouraged to work at your own pace and interpret the subject in your own style.
Watercolour for Beginners
Sunday 14 June
Ashgrove - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Claudia Gudiel
Discover the magic of watercolours in this beginner-friendly workshop. We will explore foundational techniques including water control, transparency, and texture, before completing a loose landscape painting.
Watercolour Botanicals Loose Florals Leaves
Saturday 27 June
Capalaba - 1:30pm - 2 Hours
Brittany Hurkmans
Explore the beauty of loose florals and botanical watercolour painting in this relaxed and beginner-friendly workshop.Together we'll paint expressive flowers, leaves, and natural forms using soft layering, flowing washes, and playful brushwork. This session focuses on letting go of perfection while building confidence with simple watercolour techniques in a calm and supportive environment.Perfect for beginners and returning participants, this workshop encourages creativity, experimentation, and finding beauty in organic shapes and movement.Think soft colour palettes, gentle textures, and a relaxing afternoon of painting inspired by nature.
Whimsical Watercolour: Storybook Houses & Scenes
Saturday 18 July
Capalaba - 1:30pm - 2 Hours
Brittany Hurkmans
Step into a playful and imaginative world of watercolour in this cosy, beginner-friendly workshop inspired by whimsical houses and storybook scenes.
In this relaxed guided session, we'll explore simple sketching techniques, expressive linework, soft colour layering, and playful watercolour details to create charming little houses and imaginative scenes full of personality.
Perfect for beginners and returning participants alike, this workshop encourages creativity, experimentation, and embracing the beauty of imperfect, hand-drawn details.
Think tiny cottages, wonky rooftops, cosy windows, soft colours, and illustrations that feel full of warmth and character.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 06 June
Glenelg St, South Brisbane - 10am - 3 Hours
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
Sketch & Paint in the Garden: Outdoor Watercolour Workshop
Saturday 06 June
Capalaba - 10am - 2 Hours
Brittany Hurkmans
Slow down and connect with nature in this relaxed outdoor watercolour workshop set amongst the gardens.
In this session, we'll explore simple sketching and watercolour techniques inspired by the natural surroundings. You'll be guided to observe shapes, colours and textures, and translate them into a loose, expressive artwork.
This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as those looking to enjoy a creative, mindful session in nature.
This is a guided outdoor session where participants will sketch and paint from observation within the garden setting. You are encouraged to work at your own pace and interpret the subject in your own style.
Make a Coaster
Saturday 13 June
New Farm Park cafe - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Nicharee Chaowanapanja
Learn to make a coaster while practising the magic ring and working in rounds instead of rows. All materials are provided.
Sherwood Arboretum - Mini Photo Session
Sunday 14 June
Sherwood
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.
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Watercolour for Beginners
Sunday 14 June
Ashgrove - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Claudia Gudiel
Discover the magic of watercolours in this beginner-friendly workshop. We will explore foundational techniques including water control, transparency, and texture, before completing a loose landscape painting.
Basic Crochet Stitches for Beginners
Saturday 27 June
New Farm Park cafe - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Nicharee Chaowanapanja
A beginner-friendly class where you will learn basic crochet stitches. All materials are provided.
Watercolour Botanicals Loose Florals Leaves
Saturday 27 June
Capalaba - 1:30pm - 2 Hours
Brittany Hurkmans
Explore the beauty of loose florals and botanical watercolour painting in this relaxed and beginner-friendly workshop.Together we'll paint expressive flowers, leaves, and natural forms using soft layering, flowing washes, and playful brushwork. This session focuses on letting go of perfection while building confidence with simple watercolour techniques in a calm and supportive environment.Perfect for beginners and returning participants, this workshop encourages creativity, experimentation, and finding beauty in organic shapes and movement.Think soft colour palettes, gentle textures, and a relaxing afternoon of painting inspired by nature.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 04 July
Glenelg St, South Brisbane - 10am - 3 Hours
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
Drawing Nature with Watercolor Pencils for Beginners
Sunday 05 July
Daisy Hill - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Torben Andesen
In this workshop, you'll learn to create beautiful nature drawings using watercolor pencils. You'll explore techniques for blending, layering, and capturing the natural environment around you. Suitable for beginners with no prior experience.
Whimsical Watercolour: Storybook Houses & Scenes
Saturday 18 July
Capalaba - 1:30pm - 2 Hours
Brittany Hurkmans
Step into a playful and imaginative world of watercolour in this cosy, beginner-friendly workshop inspired by whimsical houses and storybook scenes.
In this relaxed guided session, we'll explore simple sketching techniques, expressive linework, soft colour layering, and playful watercolour details to create charming little houses and imaginative scenes full of personality.
Perfect for beginners and returning participants alike, this workshop encourages creativity, experimentation, and embracing the beauty of imperfect, hand-drawn details.
Think tiny cottages, wonky rooftops, cosy windows, soft colours, and illustrations that feel full of warmth and character.
Shorncliffe Pier - Mini Photo Session
Sunday 19 July
Shorncliffe Pier
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 01 August
Glenelg St, South Brisbane - 10am - 3 Hours
Francis Keating
Dive into the world of photography with a hands-on learning experience, appropriate for beginners, or those looking to rekindle their basic knowledge and join regular meet-ups. Embrace understanding beyond your camera's Auto Mode, by exploring Manual Mode and fundamentals of composing a perfect shot. Cameras and their accessories can be complicated to comprehend, but we make it easy for you to discover how to utilise these tools, capturing special moments, events, and people from your daily life. Our class provides essential learning on a variety of technical aspects. This includes learning the nuances of aperture, comprehending shutter speed, and understanding the importance of ISO. You will receive guidance on understanding focal length and lenses, techniques for optimum lighting, and the skill of capturing a correctly exposed photograph. Take a step toward mastering your camera and creating exquisite photographs.
