Term 2, Animals and the Environment Printmaking and mixed media (Ages 6-8).
$340.00
Term 2 2026 – Animals and the Environment, Printmaking and Mixed media: 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: 27th April – 22nd June.(Public Holiday King’s Birthday 8th of June)
- Tuesdays: 28th April–16th June.
Our Term 2 art classes for younger children at Art Box Workshops Sydney will focus on printmaking and mixed media, with the theme Animals and the Environment.
This program is specially designed for children aged approximately 6–8 years, with step-by-step guidance and hands-on activities that build confidence, creativity, and real art skills.
Inspired by recent work with Landcare groups, marine educators, and local environmental projects, students will explore Australian wildlife, ocean life, and natural habitats while learning a range of exciting art techniques.
These classes are ideal for children who love animals, painting, printing, collage, and creative projects.
What makes this term special
Inspired by recent work with Landcare groups, marine educators, and local environmental projects, students will explore Australian wildlife, ocean life, and natural habitats while learning a range of exciting art techniques.
These classes are ideal for children who love animals, painting, printing, collage, and creative projects.
What students will learn
Across the 8 weeks, students will explore:
- Simple printmaking techniques for children
- Mixed media art using paint, collage, texture, and stamping
- Creating artworks inspired by Australian animals and the environment
- Working on both individual artworks and a collaborative group project
- Learning how art can help us understand and care for nature
- Building confidence, fine motor skills, and creative thinking
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.
Collaborative Artwork Project
Students will work together to create a large collaborative artwork based on animals and the environment, alongside their individual pieces. Selected works may be considered for inclusion in local exhibitions and North Sydney Council community events, continuing our long tradition of showcasing student artwork in public exhibitions.
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.
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