DAY CLASSES
- Introduction to Raranga 6-week course with Maria Kaka | Wednesday
- Painting with Amber Emm | Wednesday
- Botanical drawing and watercolours with Lesley Alexander | Friday
- 6-week Ceramics class with Louise Wild | Friday
Introduction to Raranga
with Maria Kaka
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6-Week Course start date: Wednesday 14th October
10:30am - 1:30pm Cost: $200.00 - All materials and equipment are provided Raranga is more than learning how to weave. It is a direct connection to the whenua (land) and can be a therapeutic practice for the mind, body and wairua. Whether you have always wanted to try raranga or are looking for something new to add to your kete, this workshop is a welcoming introduction for beginners. Through guided demonstrations and hands-on learning, you will be introduced to basic raranga techniques, tikanga, preparation of materials and the foundations of weaving. Each week builds on the last, allowing you to develop your confidence and skills in a supportive environment while connecting with others through raranga. This six-week workshop is a space to slow down, learn with your hands, connect with others and take time to reflect through your weaving. Come along, share knowledge and your experiences with others, and enjoy the process of creating something with your own hands. No previous experience is required — just come with an open mind and a willingness to learn. About Maria: I am a contemporary Māori raranga artist of Ngāpuhi and Ngāti Hine descent. I fell in love with raranga five years ago, and my ultimate dream is to teach raranga full-time. I enjoy creating both contemporary and traditional woven pieces and sharing the knowledge and skills of raranga with others.
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Painting Classes - Watercolour, Acrylics and Oil Painting
With Amber Emm
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Wednesday: 9.30 -11.30am / 12 – 3pm / 3.15 – 6.15pm
Thursday: 5 -7pm 2hr classes $260 for 10 consecutive weeks 3hr classes $320 for 10 consecutive weeks Come and enjoy a friendly relaxed atmosphere where you can learn to paint. With 8-12 students per class, this course is for beginners and beyond. Over the 10 weeks, if you miss a class, you can do a makeup in any of the other classes available within the same 10-week period. *Causal classes are not available for Amber Emm's painting courses. Please note there is a waiting list for this class Email: [email protected]z for all enquiries and enrolments amberemm-art.com/ |
Pottery Classes - Handmade Ceramics
With Lousie Wild
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Six-week Hand building pottery course
Weekly on Fridays: 10:30am - 1pm (during term time) Cost: $282 (including gst) Learn the language of clay, slips and glaze while you experiment creating your own ideas or follow a loose plan to build skills that increase your clay fluency. Over the six-week course you will explore ceramic hand building techniques including slab, coil and pinch to create and explore with clay. Costs include clay, glazes and kiln firings. Please bring along a basic pottery tool kit to use. Email us at [email protected] for more information about course dates and how to book. Term Three 6-week course: 7th August - 11th September BOOK HERE: https://enrolmy.com/kumeu-arts/book-now/177-Handcrafted-Ceramics-Day-Classes---Term-THREE-2026- |
Botanical Art Classes
With Lesley Alexander
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Fridays 9:30am - 12:30pm
Improve your drawing skills and learn to accurately portray plants in graphite, ink and watercolour, all at your own pace in a supportive environment. For more information contact Lesley Alexander: [email protected] 021 161 7070 Lesley's website www.lesleyalexanderart.com |