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Kids & Teens art classes

Our studio will be open for face-to-face classes in 2022.
Our classes are facilitated within the inspiring surroundings of an artist’s Studio Gallery, Julia and Basia have created together with a curriculum that builds the student’s art experiences in each lesson, drawing is always the foundation and with our guidance and direction children will learn how to translate their sketches into, paintings, sculptures and prints. Each term children create works on paper to develop an understanding of how they will approach their significant framed work or painting on canvas or sculpture. Our goal is to give the children a skill-based, fun art experience in a supportive environment, as well as to instil a lifelong appreciation for art.

Term 1: Fundamentals of drawing and painting.
Term 2: Animals and natural environments, drawing, design, printmaking and mixed media.
Term 3: Drawing, design and sculpture.
Term 4: Portraiture, figurative drawing and painting.

Art class students 10% discount on each school holiday workshop.

  • Material Lab watercolour mixing at Art Box Workshops

    Material Lab. Pure colour hand crafted.

    $180.00

    There are spaces available in this program!

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    Our first Material Lab Watercolour Workshop, scheduled for Saturday, 7 February 2026, is now fully booked. The next session will run on Saturday, 7 March 2026. Bookings are essential due to limited spaces. Art Box Workshops is excited to launch the first stage of our new Material Lab Program, beginning with immersive Watercolour Mixing Workshops designed to teach children and families about the traditional, eco-friendly art materials used in their creation. These workshops focus exclusively on hand-crafted watercolours, created using natural Earth mineral pigments and plant-based binders. Participants learn where colours come from, how they were historically produced, and how sustainable art practices support both creativity and the environment. Each mixing station is shared by two people — a child aged 8 years or older and their caregiver or an older sibling (11 years or older). Each participant will create their own paints and take home a complete handmade watercolour set with care instructions. Workshop time: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon (3 hours). Creative Kids vouchers ($50) can be applied to the child’s booking.  Watercolour sets per person. 12 Colours Included, each station be responsible for two colour mixes  Yellow Orange Red Rose Purple Cobalt Blue Marine Blue Green Vert Gum Green Beige Burnt Umber Black What’s Included in Your Workshop Fee Premium Handmade Art Materials Natural, non-toxic, archival watercolours Earth Mineral Pigments (including French ochres and historical colours) Plant-based binders handcrafted in the studio High-quality watercolour papers and tools All ingredients needed to create your own paints Specialised Learning Experience Step-by-step instruction in traditional watercolour-making Exploration of pigment history, culture, and science Professional guidance in sustainable studio practices A supportive slow-art environment that fosters focus and creativity Take-Home Materials Every participant receives: Their own handmade watercolour palette An artwork created using their paints Colour charts and process notes Skills and knowledge to recreate the process at home Small Class Sizes Workshops are intentionally limited to ensure: 6 mixing stations, 2 family members per station. Personalised attention Safe and supported handling of materials Time to refine techniques A peaceful, high-quality creative atmosphere Looking Ahead As we continue to grow, Art Box Workshops is committed to: Expanding mentorship and training for emerging art educators Partnering with like-minded schools and community groups Developing sustainable studio models nationwide Offering children opportunities to use art for real-world advocacy If you share our values — as a parent, teacher, carer, or creative professional — we welcome you to connect with us as we build this next chapter. Together, we can inspire a generation of young artists who care deeply about the world they are helping to shape. Earth Guardian Mentoring Program for Creative Kids – Launching 1 July 2026 Join our waitlist to express your interest and be among the first to learn. Or collaborate and participate in our online summit featuring leading environmental educators, advocates, and creative mentors. For corporate partnership enquiries, team-building workshops, or sustainability training programs, please contact: julia@artboxworkshops.com.au      
  • Portrait paintings at Art Box Workshops

    Term four, 2025, Monday or Tuesday, face to face art classes for children in years 1, 2 and 3.

    $340.00

    Join our waiting list for future term art courses.

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    Term 4 2025 – Portraiture: 8-week course A playful portrait journey for young artists. We explore colour, expression, and story through whimsical portraits of the people who matter—siblings, grandparents, friends, parents, or self-portraits. Each child builds a finished artwork and a simple artist statement in their own voice. Approach: joy before prizes; gentle skills + confidence. What we cover: face basics (shapes & placement), bold colour mixing, pattern/texture, composition, and how to talk about your art. Optional guidance is available for Young Archie entries (format & photo submission covered in class). All art materials are provided. Tutor: Julia Sawicki Class schedule: 4:00 pm - 5.30 pm, 3.30 pm studio opens and afternoon tea provided (walking bus service from Neutral Bay Public school) Ages 6–8 years Mondays: 20th October – 8th December Tuesdays: 21st October – 9th December Note:Enrolment is currently prioritised for existing students and those on our waitlist. The remaining places will only be offered to the public after the families on the waitlist have been contacted.
  • portraiture at Art Box Workshops

    Term four, 2025, Wednesday or Thursday face to face art classes for children in Years 4, 5 and 6.

    $395.00

    Join our waiting list for future term art courses.

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    Term 4 2025 – Portraiture:  For growing artists ready to deepen their skills. We study proportion, features, light/shadow, colour theory and composition—then develop a meaningful portrait of a mentor/person they admire. Students craft a thoughtful artist statement (it counts!) and learn how to present work for an art stream portfolio or enter into an art exhibition. Approach: Well-being first, process over prizes; an optional exhibition pathway is available for those interested. What we cover: sketching & thumbnails, reference image, material choice & layers, detail/finishing, photographing work to spec, and polishing the artist statement. Exhibition submission steps are available upon request for those interested. All art materials are provided  Tutor: Julia Sawicki Class schedule:Ages 9–12 years Wednesdays: 22nd October – 10th December Thursdays: 23rd October – 11th December Time:3:30 PM arrival for afternoon tea (walking bus service from Neutral Bay Public School)Class runs from 4:00 PM –6:00 PM 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.