Painting Foundations 8-week course
With Michelle Reid.
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Enquire about Term 1 2025
Email: [email protected] Tuesdays 1pm-4pm 8-week course | 3hour sessions Cost: $240/8weeks or $30/week drop in sessions A materials list will be provided. Each session is broken into technique/artist references and individual supported painting practice. During the studio time I encourage self-directed responses as a way to explore your own contemporary visual expressions. Themed weekly painting workshops focusing on historical painters and subjects, colour mixing, brushes and mark making, and technical support around the fundamentals of painting. Tea & coffee is included. Looking forward to seeing you soon! For bookings and enquiries contact Michelle Reid email: [email protected] @michellereid._studio |
Tipple and Dabble
with Amber Emm
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Thursday 20th November
7:30pm-9:30pm Cost: $50.00 Includes all materials BYO Drinks and nibbles Come, destress and enjoy a fun creative night painting or grab a group of friends and make an event of it.
BOOK NOW - Call or text Amber 021-201-3204 or email [email protected] |
Upcycling Workshop - learn to paint your clothing
With Jenny Ann Sweatman
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Saturday 22nd of November
10:30am - 1 pm Cost: $45 Come along and learn how to turn an old t-shirt or second-hand jacket into a unique hand-painted piece! We will be painting on clothing using fabric medium, creating a unique and washable clothing item. You can bring an item of clothing you already own or pick from the second-hand clothes I bring along. No experience needed. Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/upcycling-workshop-learn-to-paint-your-clothing |
Art for Wellbeing - Free 8-week course - TERM 4
With Kumeū Arts
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Term 4 classes are currently underway.
Two 8-week courses available: Thursday Morning or Saturday Morning Kumeū Arts is offering a series of eight, free, community-focused workshops each designed to foster a sense of well-being and bring the community together through shared learning, creativity, and fun. Throughout the eight sessions, participants will engage in various activities such as clay, painting, raranga, creative writing, nature journalling. We’ll end the course with a special surprise workshop! This course is open to all, no prior skill is required All Materials are provided 20 participants max on each course Ages: 12 years and up - *children 12-16 years must be booked on the course with an accompanying adult also booked on the same course. Morning tea is provided. With huge thanks to Auckland Council, Tāmaki Makaurau Recovery Office. Community wellbeing grants were made available to organisations provide support to individuals and whānau impacted by the severe weather events of 2023. Also, thanks to CCG for some ceramics supplies. |
Kids creative Colour Theory & Abstract Painting workshop
with Sarah from The Makery
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Sunday 19th of October
10:30am-12:30pm Free trial for the first 10 people to sign up. Family session - 1 x kids + 1 x adult Children aged 2years and over. For more questions and to book: email: [email protected] |
Life Drawing - Experimenting with powder charcoal
with Magdalena Urbankova
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Oct 19 - Nov 2
Sundays from 6:00-8:00pm 3-week course Cost: $180 - materials are provided Join us for 3 sessions of an experimental life drawing studio. The 3 sessions will be focused on working loosely, approaching the figure drawing in a non-traditional way. We will take somewhat of a sculptural approach, carving the figure out of a mass of loosely rendered charcoal shapes using dry brushes and erasers. Focus will be on capturing the dynamic of each pose in an expressive, creative way, using line very sparingly. Drawing experience is recommended. For more information and to register - email: [email protected] |
Experience tutor Michelle Zhao is running a series of workshops on Fridays, August through to September.
- Friday 29th August - Cloisonnē Enamel
- Friday 5th September - Leather Wallet Making
- Friday 12trh September - Leather binding journal making
Cloisonne` Enamel Painting
with Michelle Zhao
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Friday 29th August
10am - 2pm Cost: $80 - includes all materials Join us for a creative and relaxing Cloisonné Enamel workshop where you’ll craft a beautiful decorative hanging to take home. Learn the traditional art of shaping fine metal wires into intricate patterns, then fill your design with vibrant coloured sand. This beginner-friendly workshop requires no firing or melting, making it safe and fun for all skill levels. All tools and materials are provided, and you’ll be guided step-by-step by an experienced tutor. Come and enjoy a hands-on experience celebrating colour, culture, and creativity! For all enquiries and bookings, contact Michelle: [email protected] |
Leather Wallet Workshop
with Michelle Zhao
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Friday 5th of September
9:00am -3:00PM, $110 per person - includes all materials Join us for a hands-on Leather Wallet Workshop, where you’ll learn the art of crafting your own stylish and durable wallet. This workshop is perfect for beginners and leathercraft enthusiasts alike. Using high-quality materials and traditional hand-stitching techniques, you’ll leave not only with a stylish and functional handmade wallet but also with valuable leather-working skills you can use again and again. Enjoy a fun, creative, and mindful day of making! Guided by an experienced tutor, you’ll cut, punch, stitch, and finish your leather piece, gaining valuable skills in leatherworking. All tools and materials are provided. For all enquiries and bookings, contact Michelle: [email protected] |
Leather Binding Journal Making
with Michelle Zhao
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Friday the 12th of September
10:00am -2:00pm Cost: $110 per person - all materials are provided Join us for a creative and hands-on Leather Binding Journal Workshop where you'll learn how to craft your own beautiful leather-bound journal from scratch. Using traditional techniques, you’ll cut, punch, stitch, and bind different materials to create a personalised journal—perfect for writing, sketching, or as a thoughtful gift. This workshop is suitable for beginners and craft enthusiasts alike, with all tools and materials provided. Guided by an experienced tutor, you'll leave with a unique, handcrafted keepsake and new skills in leatherwork and bookbinding. For all enquiries and bookings, contact Michelle: [email protected] |
Tech and science-based workshops
With Brain Play
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School holidays
Brain Play are taking a break for the July Holidays, and will be back in September Creating open, curious, life-long learners, Brain Play is a future-focused and innovative technology company. The holiday sessions aim to introduce students aged 5 - 15. of all abilities. Brain Play teaches STEM-based science and technology classes including Minecraft, coding, robotics, 3d printing and electronics. No experience required. Check out the Brain Play website for more information and booking. www.brainplay.co.nz |
Creative Art Workshops
Facilitated by Yana Kok
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Group workshops sessions
Tuesday evenings 6pm-8pm Cost: $20 per session - All materials are provided. Explore emotional release, relaxation and fresh perspective through creative expression. Children ages 14 to 16years are welcome with an adult. Contact Yana for more information and to book your spot [email protected] Yana Kok has a Post Graduate Diploma in Creative Art Therapy. She is a trained Creative Art Facilitator and a member of ANZACATA. |
2-day Midrange Glaze Colour Development Workshop
Facilitated by Karuna Douglas
Sunday 17th August 10am - 5pm | Day 1
Sunday 24th August 10am - 4pm | Day 2
Cost: $390
All materials and tools will be provided. See 'Prerequisites below for what to bring along.
Are your glaze options holding you and your work back?
Are you seeking to express your glaze voice but don’t know how or where to start?
Are you a budding pottery artist who wants to take your passion to the next level?
Or maybe you’ve just lost your glaze mojo?
Too often potters buy pre-made glazes, not because they want to but because, let’s be honest, pottery is hard. Just getting the best from the making process is so complicated, that when it comes to glazing, we just want good results and often don’t have the time, energy and commitment it takes to make workable, reproduceable glazes. But the downside is that buying pre-made glazes is like buying a pre-mixed cake mix, everyone’s cake tastes the same.
In this workshop, award-winning ceramic artist and glaze mistress Karuna Douglas will provide the fundamentals of glaze testing, as well as sharing practical tips, tricks and techniques from her decades of experience as a glaze specialist.
Working with mid-range glazes, you will explore the magical world of colour development in this immersive, practical 2-day ceramic glaze workshop. This is the first step to developing glazes with colours and textures that will lead to developing your own signature glazes, glazes that express your unique voice.
Day 1 Working in pairs, participants will make glazes from scratch, and then create line, cross and triaxial blends. Using mid-fire glazes, participants will dive into the world of ceramic glaze colours and discover some of the science and creativity behind achieving stunning results that go beyond the standard store-bought options.
Day 2 consists of seminars and discussion covering a range of topics including developing stable, durable glazes, glaze costing and glaze journalling followed by individual and group analysis of the +400 test tiles from Day 1.
This workshop is suitable for beginners/intermediate/advanced clay workers looking to expand their knowledge and skills in ceramic glaze testing.
*Note: The methodology taught is applicable to any firing range.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience in mixing glazes is required although an understanding of ceramic terms such as oxidation/midrange/stoneware/vitrification/maturity etc is recommended and will enable you to get the best out of this workshop.
What you are required to bring to class:
Insta: @karunadouglasceramics
FB: Karuna Douglas
For more info and booking email karuna at [email protected]
Information to come
Sunday 24th August 10am - 4pm | Day 2
Cost: $390
All materials and tools will be provided. See 'Prerequisites below for what to bring along.
Are your glaze options holding you and your work back?
Are you seeking to express your glaze voice but don’t know how or where to start?
Are you a budding pottery artist who wants to take your passion to the next level?
Or maybe you’ve just lost your glaze mojo?
Too often potters buy pre-made glazes, not because they want to but because, let’s be honest, pottery is hard. Just getting the best from the making process is so complicated, that when it comes to glazing, we just want good results and often don’t have the time, energy and commitment it takes to make workable, reproduceable glazes. But the downside is that buying pre-made glazes is like buying a pre-mixed cake mix, everyone’s cake tastes the same.
In this workshop, award-winning ceramic artist and glaze mistress Karuna Douglas will provide the fundamentals of glaze testing, as well as sharing practical tips, tricks and techniques from her decades of experience as a glaze specialist.
Working with mid-range glazes, you will explore the magical world of colour development in this immersive, practical 2-day ceramic glaze workshop. This is the first step to developing glazes with colours and textures that will lead to developing your own signature glazes, glazes that express your unique voice.
Day 1 Working in pairs, participants will make glazes from scratch, and then create line, cross and triaxial blends. Using mid-fire glazes, participants will dive into the world of ceramic glaze colours and discover some of the science and creativity behind achieving stunning results that go beyond the standard store-bought options.
Day 2 consists of seminars and discussion covering a range of topics including developing stable, durable glazes, glaze costing and glaze journalling followed by individual and group analysis of the +400 test tiles from Day 1.
This workshop is suitable for beginners/intermediate/advanced clay workers looking to expand their knowledge and skills in ceramic glaze testing.
*Note: The methodology taught is applicable to any firing range.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience in mixing glazes is required although an understanding of ceramic terms such as oxidation/midrange/stoneware/vitrification/maturity etc is recommended and will enable you to get the best out of this workshop.
What you are required to bring to class:
- 50+ bisqued test tiles – suitable for firing to C5
- Respirator or dust mask
- Phone/Camera
- Journal
- Safety Glasses
- Apron
Insta: @karunadouglasceramics
FB: Karuna Douglas
For more info and booking email karuna at [email protected]
Information to come
June
Kono Weaving Workshop
with Ashlee Tawhiti
Saturday 28th of June
10am - 3pm
Cost: $80 per person
*Maximum 7 participants - Two spots left!
Come along and learn the beautiful artform of Raranga with fibre tutor, Ashlee Tawhiti.
Materials will be provided but participants may like to bring their own tools like an old butter knife, a pair of scissors and at least 8 spring pegs.
10am - 3pm
Cost: $80 per person
*Maximum 7 participants - Two spots left!
Come along and learn the beautiful artform of Raranga with fibre tutor, Ashlee Tawhiti.
- You will learn tīkanga around harvesting and looking after the Harakeke plant to weave a Kono, a four-corner basket.
- We will go through the tīkanga and preparation process which includes sizing, sorting and softening.
- Together step by step weaving your own Kono to celebrate Matariki.
Materials will be provided but participants may like to bring their own tools like an old butter knife, a pair of scissors and at least 8 spring pegs.
Konae Weaving Workshop
with Ashlee Tawhiti
Sunday the 29th of June - Postponed
Get in touch to hear about upcoming Harakeke workshops
Get in touch to hear about upcoming Harakeke workshops
May 2025
Figure Drawing Workshop
with Amber Emm
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Saturday 24th May
9am-3pm $80 pp (see materials list below) Do you want to learn how to draw figures better? This is for anyone who enjoys drawing/ painting and wants to get some instruction on how to create people quicker and in proportion. We will spend the morning doing exercises then we will have a clothed model for the afternoon. I will go through…
Things you will need to bring Sketching pad, pencil, pen, rubber and a ruler Also don’t forget to bring your lunch TO BOOK: Call or text Amber 021-201-3204 or email [email protected] |
Leather Wallet Workshop
With Michelle Zhao
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Saturday 3rd of May
9am - 3pm Cost: $110 - includes all materials Join us for a hands-on Leather Wallet Workshop, where you’ll learn the art of crafting your own stylish and durable wallet. This workshop is perfect for beginners and leathercraft enthusiasts alike. Using high-quality materials and traditional hand-stitching techniques, you’ll create a personalized wallet! Guided by an experienced tutor, you’ll cut, punch, stitch, and finish your leather piece, gaining valuable skills in leatherworking. All tools and materials are provided. Limited spots available book now to secure your place! For all enquiries and bookings contact Michelle: [email protected] |
Long Pose Studio Workshop
With Magdalena Urbankova
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Sunday May 25th, 2025
6pm-8:30pm $60 Join us for a Long Pose studio workshop. We will have a live model presenting one pose for 2.5hours. You can delve deeper into your drawing or explore a choice of wet media over the session. All styles of expression are encouraged. Open to all levels of experience. For more information and to register - email: [email protected] |
April
Creative Macramé Holiday Workshop! (Ages 8+)
with Michelle Zhao
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Tuesday 22nd April
9:30 AM – 3:00 PM (includes a 30-minute lunch break) Cost: $70 Includes materials Ages 8years and older Looking for an exciting and creative way to spend the school holidays? Join our Macramé Holiday Workshop, where kids can craft, learn new skills, and take home two beautiful handmade creations! This workshop is perfect for kids aged 8+ who love arts and crafts or want to try something new. Our experienced tutor will guide them step by step, making the process fun and accessible for all skill levels. Morning – Macramé Rainbow: Start the day by creating a colourful macramé rainbow. This fun and engaging project introduces children to simple knotting techniques. Afternoon – Macramé Brooch: After a lunch break, we’ll dive into designing a stylish macramé brooch! Using unique knots and embellishments, kids will craft their own wearable art piece, perfect for accessorizing or gifting. Limited spaces available book now for a hands-on, creative experience these holidays! Booking and inquiries to: [email protected] |
Tipple and Dabble - Mojito
With Amber Emm
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Thursday 17th April
7:30pm-9:30pm Cost: $50.00 Includes all materials BYO Drinks and nibbles Come, destress and enjoy a fun creative night painting or grab a group of friends and make an event of it. You will come away with an acrylic painting all your own. Full step by step instructions by professional artist Amber Emm Grab some friends and make a booking now. BOOK NOW - Call or text Amber 021-201-3204 or email [email protected] |
Children's clay workshops
With Kathryn Tourell
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NEW WORKSHOP DATE:
COST: Includes all clay, glaze and firings Small class sizes. Join one of these exciting Pottery Workshops designed for budding artists aged 7-13. In this hands-on class, children explore the art of crafting with clay. We will delve into their creativity, while learning fundamental pottery techniques. For all queries and booking contact Kathryn [email protected] |
AGES 2 - 6 years
The Art Garden - Term ONE 2025
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For Children ages 2 to 6 years old
Every Thursday for 8 weeks. 9:30am-10:15am (45min session) Term 1 start date: Thursday 13th February The Art Garden is a fun, supportive and curiosity driven place, where children and adults will embark on creative adventures together. Each week we will look at works of art, explore different materials and techniques and grow our capacity for creativity. This is a side-by-side art experience for preschooler's and their chosen adult. Spaces are limited to 10 families. With a maximum of 2 children per adult. Costs: $92 and $69 for siblings (includes gst) Costs includes all materials. Session time: 9:30-10:15am |
Past workshops ..... 2025
February...
Tipple and Dabble - Pina colada
With Amber Emm
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CANCELED
Thursday 20th February 7:30pm-9:30pm Cost: $50.00 Includes all materials BYO Drinks and nibbles Come, destress and enjoy a fun creative night painting or grab a group of friends and make an event of it. You will come away with an acrylic painting all your own. Full step by step instructions by professional artist Amber Emm Grab some friends and make a booking now. BOOK NOW - Call or text Amber 021-201-3204 or email [email protected] |
January...
Kids Creative Painting
with Rachel Murphy
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School holiday workshop
Thursday 23rd of January 2025 9:30am-3:30pm Ages 6-12 years Cost: $85 - includes all materials Book your child into this day workshop where children will create beautiful and unique artwork using watercolour and stenciling techniques. Mixed media artist Rachel Murphy will teach colour blending, the differences between paint mediums and how to create layers of colour and texture. Learning Outcomes: Using nature to create patterns, building up colors and textures, watercolour techniques and using stenciling over watercolours - all to create beautiful and unique artwork. Limited to 8 children To book - contact Rachel [email protected] or phone 021729120 www.rachelmurphy.art |
White Rose Oil Painting - One day workshop
with Amber Emm
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Wednesday 22nd of January
9am - 3pm Cost: $120 per person - includes all materials. A step-by-step workshop where Amber Emm guides you, using oil paints, to create the White Rose painting. After tracing the image, she will take you through the process of painting the background through to the flower, You will learn about: paints, brushes, techniques and colour mixing. Suitable for those wanting to try oils or wanting to brush up on their skills. Materials are included, all you need to bring is your lunch! Bookings essential Places are limited so please book asap Bookings email Amber [email protected] /021-201-3204 |