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School Holiday Activities
Sept/Oct School Holidays
Dive into Creativity with these School Holiday Activities at Sharz Art Design!
Join us for a week of creative adventures at our Constitution Hill studio this September / October!
Looking for engaging and fun activities for your children during the school holidays?
Sharz Art Design is offering a fantastic range of art and craft sessions during our school holiday activities sessions. Each session is priced at $60, providing a wonderful opportunity for your child to explore their artistic talents.
Why not use your Creative Kids Voucher!
What you need to do – Just book the day you wish to attend through the booking button below. Then choose the activity you wish to do for that session and let us know in the comments section of the booking widget. If you need help, just call or email and we can book it in for you!
Please note: To guarantee a fun and enriching experience for your child, we require a minimum of 4 bookings for each workshop. If we don’t reach this number, we may need to reschedule to a more suitable time or day. We’ll be in touch a few days before the workshop to confirm the details.
Choose the day that suits you!
Tuesday 30th September- Constitution Hill
Wednesday 1st October – Constitution Hill
Thursday 2nd October – Constitution Hill
Wednesday 8th October – Constitution Hill
Thursday 9th October – Constitution Hill
CONSTITUTION HILL STUDIO ONLY
All sessions - $60 including materials - sessions 1pm to 3.30pm each day
Acrylic Painting Option
Acrylic Painting: Dive into the world of vibrant colours and create stunning masterpieces on a generous 30 x 40 cm canvas. Unleash your inner artist and explore the versatility of acrylic paints. This session offers complete creative freedom: choose any subject that inspires you! Bring your own reference images or select from our diverse collection of inspiring visuals. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, providing tips and techniques to bring your vision to life. All necessary materials, including paints, brushes, and canvas, are provided, ensuring a hassle-free and enjoyable artistic experience.
Watercolour Painting
Watercolour Painting: Explore the delicate and fluid nature of watercolours, mastering essential techniques to capture beautiful landscapes, still life, and captivating animal portraits. This session focuses on unlocking the unique magic of watercolour through hands-on exploration of various techniques. Dive into the captivating world of “wet-on-wet,” where colours blend and merge with ethereal softness. Discover the precision of “wet-on-dry,” creating sharp lines and defined details. Experiment with “blooming,” witnessing the enchanting spread of colour. Our experienced instructor will guide you through each technique, providing demonstrations and personalised feedback to help you understand and apply these methods. Whether you’re a beginner or have some watercolour experience, this session will expand your skills and inspire you to create stunning, expressive paintings of landscapes, and the beauty of the animal kingdom.
Pastel Perfection
Unlock the vibrant world of soft pastels, capturing a rich blend of colour and texture. This session dives into the dynamic and luminous qualities of soft pastels, a medium that allows for brilliant colour and tactile richness. Learn to create smooth gradations, bold strokes, and stunning detail through a variety of techniques. Discover how to layer and blend colours for captivating effects, building up your artwork with soft washes or powerful lines. Whether you’re interested in creating vivid landscapes, expressive still life, or abstract works, this class will equip you with the skills to create beautiful, colourful drawings that pop with life and personality.
Creating with Oil Pastels
Vibrant Expressions: Unleash the bold and creamy colours of oil pastels, building rich textures and dynamic compositions. This session is an exploration of the unique qualities of oil pastels, a medium known for its intense pigmentation and buttery feel. Learn how to layer, blend, and scrape away colours to create incredible depth and texture in your drawings. Discover techniques for achieving smooth, painterly effects or bold, expressive lines. Whether you’re a beginner wanting to experiment with a new medium or an experienced artist looking to master its potential, this class will provide you with the skills to create luminous and vibrant works of art.
Drawing in Charcoal
Drawing in Charcoal: Master the dramatic art of charcoal drawing, exploring shading and texture. This session delves into the expressive power of charcoal, a versatile medium that allows for rich tones and dynamic textures. Learn to create depth and dimension through masterful shading techniques, building up layers to achieve stunning contrasts. Discover how to use various charcoal tools and techniques, such as blending with fingers, creating highlights with erasers, and achieving subtle gradations. Whether you’re aiming for realistic portraits or abstract compositions, this class will equip you with the skills to create compelling and atmospheric charcoal drawings.
Mind-Bending Art: Drawing Optical Illusions
Mind-Bending Art: Challenge your perception and create mesmerising optical illusions! This session is a fascinating journey into the world of visual trickery. Learn the secrets behind creating illusions of depth, movement, and impossible objects using simple drawing techniques. We’ll explore the fundamental principles of perspective and pattern that make these drawings so captivating. You’ll experiment with various styles, from classic geometric patterns to mind-bending anamorphic art. This class is a fun and engaging way to develop your drawing skills while creating captivating artwork that will truly surprise and delighting.
Clay Time
Clay Time (Baked Clay & Air-Dry Clay): Sculpt and mould your own creations using both baked and air-dry clay. This session offers a hands-on exploration of the tactile world of clay, allowing you to sculpt and mold your own unique creations. You’ll work with both baked clay, which hardens through firing, and air-dry clay, which cures naturally. Learn fundamental sculpting techniques, such as pinching, coiling, and slab building, to create a variety of forms and textures. Explore the versatility of clay by adding details with tools, creating intricate patterns, and experimenting with different finishes. Whether you’re crafting whimsical figurines or functional pottery, this class will provide the skills and inspiration to bring your clay creations to life.
Dazzling Designs: Tile and Glass Painting
Dazzling Designs: Transform ordinary tiles and glass into personalised works of art! This session unlocks the creative potential of everyday objects, guiding you to turn them into beautiful decorative pieces. Learn a variety of techniques to paint on both tiles and glass, including layering colours, creating intricate patterns, and adding unique details. We’ll explore how to work with different paint types and tools to achieve professional-looking results. Whether you’re creating custom coasters, a suncatcher, or a vibrant decorative tile, this class offers a fun and engaging way to add a touch of artistic flair to your home. Discover the joy of transforming simple materials into extraordinary creations.
Craft Time – Butterfly World
Welcome to a colourful celebration of butterflies! In this creative session, we will study butterflies, focusing on shape, symmetry, and pattern. Beginning with line drawings and tracing techniques before moving into mixed media collage, layering tissue, patterned paper, and light materials to form delicate wings that pop off the page. Finished artworks will be displayed in a floral-inspired scene or mounted for a beautiful window-hanging effect. A perfect blend of calm, creativity, and colour for kids who love gentle, nature-inspired art.
Blooming Creations: Flower Power Craft Time
Blooming Creations: Craft a garden of art! Get hands-on with a variety of materials and create beautiful, lasting flowers. This session is a delightful exploration of all things floral. You’ll use different mediums, from paper and fabric to clay and natural elements, to design and construct your own unique flowers. Learn how to cut, fold, glue, and assemble petals and leaves to create everything from a simple daisy to a complex rose. This class is a fun and creative way to get hands-on and make beautiful decorative pieces that will never wilt!
Under the Sea Diorama
Ocean Worlds: Dive deep into a creative adventure and build your own “Under the Sea” diorama! This session is a hands-on journey into a vibrant underwater world. You’ll use a variety of craft materials to create a three-dimensional scene, complete with coral reefs, playful fish, and mysterious sea creatures. Learn how to arrange elements to create a sense of depth and movement, and explore different textures to bring your ocean scene to life. This class is a fun and imaginative way to use a mix of mediums to create a magical world in a box!
Keyring, Bag & Tile Decorating
Craft Time: Get hands-on with a variety of materials and create personalised keyrings, reuseable bags, and decorative tiles! This session is a fun-filled journey into customisation and design. You’ll learn how to transform ordinary items into unique works of art. We’ll explore various techniques, from painting and drawing to using stencils, to create one-of-a-kind accessories. This class is a great way to unleash your creativity, make something special for yourself or a friend, and learn new skills to decorate your world.
Looking for even more creative time during the school holidays? We’re excited to announce that we’ll be running extra sessions of our popular regular 1-hour classes alongside our school holiday workshops!
Why choose our extra 1-hour classes?
Perfect for extra practice: Refine your skills and explore new techniques with focused instruction.
Makeup classes: Catch up on any missed lessons and stay on track with your artistic journey.
Come-and-try sessions: Introduce a friend or family member to the joy of art with a fun and engaging taster class.
Flexible scheduling: Combine these 1-hour sessions with our longer holiday workshops for a full day of creative immersion.
Familiar and engaging format: Enjoy the structure and support of our regular classes in a relaxed holiday setting.
$30 per session (including materials). Bookings of 2 hours or more pricing will be scaled to suit the activity.
Sessions will run from 1.00pm each day.
How to book:
Click on the book now button, for available times during the school holiday period.
Contact us directly to reserve your spot or inquire about bringing a friend for a come-and-try session. Email – enquiries@sharzartdesign.com or 0426 389 471
Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment!
Don’t miss this opportunity to maximise your creative time during the school holidays! We look forward to seeing you in the studio to try out some of our School Holiday Activities!
ENROLLING NOW FOR TERM 3 2025 CLASSES
The new term is just around the corner, starting on 21st July, and we're excited to welcome new students to both of our studios. There's still time to join us, and the best part is, you can start anytime that suits you!
Curious about our classes? We invite you to experience a free trial class! It's the perfect opportunity to get a taste of our creative environment. During this session, we'll assess your current skills to ensure you begin at the level that will maximise your learning and enjoyment.
We believe in making art accessible to everyone. That's why our classes are priced reasonably, ensuring everyone has the chance to explore their artistic potential. Plus, with a variety of class times available, you're sure to find a slot that fits seamlessly into your schedule.
Amazing learning environment, love the clay art works and the teacher’s guidance.