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    Term One, 2026, Drawing and Painting for children in years 4-6.

    $395.00

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    Term 1 2026 – Drawing and painting: Years 4–6 (Ages 9–12) Class Schedule Time: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Studio opens at 3:30 pm. Afternoon tea provided. Walking bus available from Neutral Bay Public School.) Wednesdays: 11th of February – 1st of April. Thursdays: 12th of February – 2nd of April. In Term 1, our older students dive deeper into the fundamentals of drawing and painting through a structured, skill-building program using Global Colours VOC-free acrylic paints. We begin the term with an introduction to how acrylics are made, where pigments come from, and the foundations of colour theory. Students will explore a series of guided painting studies designed to strengthen their technique and creative decision-making. Early in the term, they will create an abstract colour study using a minimal palette, learning to mix from the colour wheel and understand tonal variation. As the term progresses, students will learn to: Ground objects convincingly using shadow and light Paint a range of textures and surfaces, including: • glass (reflection and sheen) • fabric (folds and softness) • fur (direction, layering, and movement) Apply multiple layers of acrylic paint to build form, depth, and realistic detail Midway through the term, students will choose a personal object to inspire their final artwork. After photographing and sketching their chosen item, they will use their earlier studies to develop a thoughtfully composed final acrylic painting on canvas, guided in their choices of colour, shape, balance, and composition. This course supports older students in developing stronger technical confidence while encouraging self-expression and individual creative style. Class Approach A skills-focused, age-appropriate introduction to acrylic painting, texture studies, tonal work, and composition, supporting students as they move into more complex artistic techniques. What We Cover Colour theory Acrylic mixing & tonal values Texture studies: glass, fabric, fur Shadow, grounding, and light Abstract colour study Composition & personal-object still life Final acrylic artwork on canvas Tutor - Julia Sawicki, Director of Art Box Workshops Note: Enrolment is currently prioritised for existing students and those on our waitlist. After waitlisted families are contacted, remaining places will be offered to the public.