A Melbourne art school for all ages and abilities

Tuesdays
22 July - 16 September 2025
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Union Studio

The program is a studio-based class that mixes personalised tuition with a program of short presentations. A wide range of mediums are available, including drawing and painting in both oils and acrylics. It would be suitable for anyone who is interested in a class that develops observational skills and fundamental artistic skills while maintaining a degree of flexibility for creativity.

Sundays
24 August -  21 September 2025
(5 sessions)
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Union Studio

This is an introduction to watercolour and gouache short course taught by Catalina Leichner, Argentinian artist and Art Conservator who specialises in watercolour illustration. Catalina will introduce students to key foundational techniques for using gouache and watercolour media. Catalina will offer personalised assistance informed by the participants individual illustration goals.

Saturdays
2 August - 27 September 2025
9 sessions
11:00 am – 12:45 pm
Union Studio

Artist David Hamilton will guide participants in developing contextual and theoretical responses to their painting practices by pursuing the understanding that painting is a form of ongoing conversation* which can be identified and refined. This class is designed for artists seeking to elevate their painting practice to a more professional level, develop a theoretical understanding of their painting and enhance their unique voice. Join David who will guide this class in exploring each student’s painting practice as conversation.

MAC Union Studio, Armadale

Wednesday morning Life Drawing for artists at our Union St, Armadale Studio.

This is a specialised course in painting and drawing which focuses on the development of foundational techniques, combined with a mentoring style support for children and teens producing their own artwork. These classes are for students who are interested in creating outside of regular school hours and would like to further develop their artistic skills. We aim to nurture our students’ natural artistic ability and interests, whilst also teaching the fundamentals of art practice.
(Please note prices vary depending on how many sessions per course)

Thursdays
24 July - 11 September 2025
8 sessions
11:00 am – 12:45 pm
Union Studio

Join artist and teacher, Jennifer Hopper, in a course designed to help you explore your own creative language and gain confidence in expressing yourself. In this class you will explore a range of methods, materials and media to develop a personal process that is authentic and meaningful for you.

Saturdays
28 June - 26 July 2025
(5 sessions)
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Elgin Studio


This course is designed for people who are looking to learn the fundamentals of painting. Over the course, artist and teacher David Hamilton will introduce you to: Underpainting, Composition, Value (light and dark), Application of paint, Tonal painting.

Sundays
27 July -  14 September 2025
(8 sessions)
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Glenferrie Studio


Learn Drawing Fundamentals
This course combines both formal and informal approaches to drawing. Each week, Camila will guide the class through a unique drawing experience. Participants will work observationally from life in various contexts and settings, including studio-based work and street drawing. The course will emphasise drawing as both a skill and a tool for self-expression, helping participants discover and develop their personal style. Designed as a rolling program, participants will journey with Camila as their guide, exploring a range of drawing techniques and materials.