Our classes and workshops
Open to everyone, have options for all skill levels, and include evening and weekends
Art or craft classes can improve your creative thinking, alleviate stress and build resilience in your brain...
With our tutors you will learn how to enhance your creativity
Our classes provide a pathway to learn how to draw, paint, sew or quilt. Natural creativity is not a requirement.
The absolute beginner classes are designed for those who are keen to learn but have no experience yet. In this type of class you will learn in a structured, step-by-step approach all the basic techniques and knowledge that you will need.
Following this class you can progress to an advanced beginner class which will build on those basic skills and expand the range of techniques that you can apply to your art or craft.
For those with more experience our intermediate classes and specialist workshops provide a way to explore more advanced techniques or different styles of work that can expand your creative expression.
Open to everyone but our members get discounted rates
Discounts range from 20-30% each class
If you plan to attend more than one workshop or term class you will save significantly by joining as a member.
The number of non-member places are limited so enrol early to secure your place. See here for the full range of membership benefits.
Weekend Workshops
Perfect for achieving quick results
Printmaking for Beginners. Thurs 10 Oct 1-4pm40.00Printmaking for kids using the printing press. This can be combined with the morning Digital Art class (from 9.30am - 12.30om) for a full day class.
Thursday 10 Oct 1-4pm. $40 (full day $80).
Please wear old clothes and pack some snacks for your child. Kids 8+View more details...QuantityTerm Classes
Develop your creative skills over a few weeks
Super Garden Trail - Karori Lions Nov 23 and 2425.0010am to 4pm
12 Lovely Karori Gardens including Zealandia
Payment to be made to 06-0501-0593772-00
Collection MUST be made by appointment as classes for adults and children begin next week. email info@kacc/org.nz to arrange ticket collectionQuantity
Introduction to Drawing with Helen Casey Thursday 7-9pm, from 17 October - 5 December25.00 - 190.00Would you like to be able to draw? Getting started can be quite intimidating, many believe that being able to draw well is only for the lucky few "gifted" with inborn talent. Join local artist Helen who has a lovely manner and gradual approach that lets you gain the skills to capture subjects accurately.
For those who already have some experience or are returning to drawing, Helen can coach you toward identifying your own unique style.View more details...Select an optionQuantity
Take a Trip Down Memory Lane - Judith Baxter Mon 21 Oct - 2 Dec 10am to 12 noon no class 28 Oct40.00 - 50.00Judith will help you to hand on your stories in written form to your descendants, family and friends.
In this 6 week course you will learn how to put down your stories as if you were talking to your grandchildren or family members. You will be taught tools to help you remember and record your stories. You will also capture how your daily life was in the context of the times during which you have lived, thus forming a record of your place in history.Select an optionQuantity
Watercolour Painting - Robyne Eastgate-Manning from Tuesday 15 October - 3 Dec, 9.30am to 12.30pm20.00 - 150.00Tuesday 15 October Trial Lesson (included for all those paying for the full term at no additional charge) Suitable for all levels of skill and experience.
9.30am to 12.30pm Learn to paint watercolour Christmas Cards. See below for materials required.
Tuesday 22 October onwards - learn a wide range of expressive painting techniques from Robyn a very patient and supportive tutor.View more details...Select an optionQuantity
Exploring colour and expanding skill (Painting) with Morag Stokes Tuesday 22 October - 10 Dec 1-4pm45.00 - 180.00Develop a good understanding of colour mixing relationships with a focus on practical experience of mixing colour rather than colour theory. Suitable for acrylic, oil and pastel.
Complete 4 developed art works during the term that apply your learning about:
1) brightest mixes
2) how to subdue and darken colours
3) using tints, glazes, mass tones and undertones
4) special attention to mixing greys and greens for landscape paintersView more details...Select an optionQuantity
Drawing for beginners and beyond with Helen Casey from Monday 14 October until 9 December from 1-3pm20.00 - 135.00Everyone will improve their drawing by observing more closely and receiving feedback. Helen is skilled at coaching those new to drawing in a weekly step-by-step manner to build your ability. Her remarkable collection of 3D objects e.g. animal skulls, glass netted sea buoys and intricate carved vases, challenge more experienced students to portray detail, light, shade, texture and tone. A lovely afternoon class suitable for all levels that welcomes newcomers. Materials listed below.View more details...Select an optionQuantity
Learn to sew - 4 week class. Sept 3rd - 24th. Tuesday 7-9pm30.00 - 100.00Learn basic sewing skills by making simple projects. Materials supplied for $30. You bring your own sewing machine, bobbins, and scissors.
1. Introduction to your Sewing Machine - make a heat pack
2. Simple drawstring bag - use zigzag to neaten edges, effective straight stitching
3. Envelope backed cushion - learn to pivot at corners and top stitch
4. Shopping bag with zip pocket – French seams, attaching handles, exposed zip.
More details below.View more details...Select an optionQuantity
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