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School Holiday Activities
April 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 & Emu Plains studios this July!
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 on 9th, 10th, 11th, 14th and 15th July, 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM daily. 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!
Book through the booking button below and let us know what you would like to do in the comments section of the booking widget – select school holiday activities in the drop down list to select the day and time to attend.
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.
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!
Choose the day that suits you!
Wednesday 9th July – Constitution Hill
Thursday 10th July – Emu Plains
Friday 11th July – Constitution Hill
Monday 14th July – Constitution Hill
Tuesday 15th July – Emu Plains
CONSTITUTION HILL & EMU PLAINS
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.
Big Cats in Focus
Let’s head into the wild! In this bold and expressive drawing workshop, children will explore the fierce beauty of big cats – from the powerful lion to the sleek panther or the majestic tiger. We’ll guide students through sketching techniques to capture the structure, movement, and signature patterns of these incredible animals. Then they’ll bring their artwork to life using mixed media: think soft pastels, oil crayons, and layered textures to create dramatic, safari-worthy portraits. Perfect for kids who love animals and want to sharpen their drawing skills.
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.
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.
Mythical Creatures Menagerie
Let your imagination run wild! In this workshop, we will invent their very own mythical creature – whether it’s a winged llama, rainbow griffin, swamp mermaid or something never-before-seen. They’ll start with guided drawing and character design techniques, then bring their creature to life using a variety of craft materials, whcih could include cardboard, fabric, clay, felt, or textured craft supplies. We’ll finish by creating a little info card or backstory to introduce their creature to the world. A fabulous mix of fantasy, storytelling, and hands-on making.
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.
Winter Fairy Gardens
Step into a whimsical world of frosty magic! In this enchanting workshop, children will create their very own Winter Fairy Garden complete with tiny mushrooms, trees, miniature animals, and of course – a fairy or two! Using paint, natural elements and a range of decorative bits and pieces, young artists will build a magical mini-landscape inside a pot or box to take home and treasure. Perfect for imaginative makers who love fairytales, nature, and getting a little crafty.
Dragon’s Lair Diorama
In this workshop, students will dream up their own fire-breathing friend and build a home fit for a dragon. We’ll begin with sketching and designing their fantasy dragon, then construct a 3D dragon’s lair inside a box or frame using a mix of paint, paper, textured materials, and modelled elements and cave walls. A fantastic project for those who love storytelling, mythical creatures, and building things from scratch.
Acrylic Pouring Art
Get ready to swirl, tilt, and pour your way into the colourful world of abstract art! In this mesmerising workshop, we will explore the exciting technique of acrylic paint pouring, creating stunning fluid artworks full of movement, marbled colour, and surprise effects. You will be guided through the basics of colour selection, mixing mediums, and pour styles – all while encouraging experimentation and creativity. Every painting is completely unique, and no prior experience is needed. A perfect session for those who love bold colour, hands-on making, and the joy of unpredictable results!
ENROLLING NOW FOR TERM 2 2025 CLASSES
The new term is just around the corner, starting on 28th April, 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 maximize 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.