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  • Term one art class paintings at Art Box Workshops

    Term one, 2026, Drawing and Painting for children in years 1-3.

    $340.00

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    Term 1 2025 – Drawing and painting: Ages 6–8 years 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) Mondays: 20th October – 8th December Tuesdays: 21st October – 9th December Our Term 1 program for young artists introduces the fundamentals of drawing and watercolour painting in a nurturing and creative environment. This course is perfect for children in Years 1–3 who are beginning their artistic journey and ready to explore colour, shape, and imagination. What makes this term special Art Box Workshops has transitioned to using our handmade, eco-friendly watercolours, crafted from natural Earth pigments and plant-based binders. Students begin the term with a gentle introduction to how watercolours are made, where pigments come from, and how colours interact. What students will learn Across the 8 weeks, students will explore: Colour theory (painting their own colour wheel) Shadow and grounding to make objects look real Sketching fruits and simple still-life forms Designing and painting patterned fruit bowls Watercolour layering techniques for depth and texture Composition and background development Creating a final major artwork using all learned skills Each child will complete a beautifully framed still-life painting and a portfolio of sketches, pattern designs, and developmental artwork, showcasing their creative process from start to finish. Teaching Approach We focus on: Building confidence through guided instruction Encouraging creativity and independent thinking Teaching technical skills in a playful, age-appropriate way Using professional-quality, child-safe art materials Supporting each child through the full creative process Tutor - Julia Sawicki – Artist & Director of Art Box Workshops Note: Enrolment is currently prioritised for existing students and those on our waitlist. The remaining places will be offered to the public only after families on the waitlist have been contacted.
  • Still life paintings by Art Box Workshops students

    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.
  • Bird of Paradise painting at Art Box Workshops

    Bird of Paradise, 6th of January 2026.

    $120.00

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    Older students will enjoy this dynamic workshop exploring the exotic beauty of the Bird of Paradise flower. They will learn advanced drawing and painting techniques, from sketching compositions to layering colour and creating texture with acrylics on canvas. This session is perfect for budding artists wanting to refine their skills while expressing their individuality through a striking, tropical design. Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Dimensions: 40 × 50 cm Art Teacher: Julia Sawicki Another great painting workshop is Unicorn Illustration.