Discover Drawing workshop

Sunday
13 September
1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Glenferrie Studio, Hawthorn


Spend an afternoon exploring drawing with award-winning artist and veteran teacher, Michelle Zuccolo. This drawing workshop offers participants the opportunity to explore drawing in a supportive studio environment under the guidance of a highly experienced teacher.


$145

This short course is designed for people who are looking to learn the fundamentals of observational drawing. Perfect for beginners or those looking for a refresher on drawing techniques. Thursdays
8 October - 5 November 2026
(5 sessions)
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Glenferrie Studio, Hawthorn



$430.00

Michelle Zuccolo - Rick Amor Self Portrait Award, Winner, Oil on Canvas, 2019, Montsalvat

Sundays
15 November -  13 December 2026
(5 sessions)
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Glenferrie Studio, Hawthorn


Portraiture Drawing short course will focus on the fundamentals of portraiture drawing through cast drawing and drawing from a portraiture life model. You will be introduced to various strategies and techniques for drawing the face. This course will assist beginner and intermediate artists in developing fundamental drawing techniques. 


$430

Introduction to Painting

Thursdays (Sold out)
27 August - 17 September 2026
(4 sessions)
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Glenferrie Studio, Hawthorn


Thursdays (Coming soon)
12 November - 10 December 2026
(5 sessions)
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Glenferrie Studio, Hawthorn


A course that instructs in the fundamentals of painting. Artist and teacher David Hamilton will introduce you to underpainting, composition, value (light and dark), colour and painting techniques.


$430

Sold Out

Tuesdays
6 October - 10 November (5 sessions - no class Melbourne Cup Day 3 November)
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Glenferrie Studio, Hawthorn


Melbourne Art Class welcomes leading Australian contemporary abstract artist Samara Adamson-Pinczewski to conduct an introductory course solely dedicated to abstract art practice. This course introduces the key elements and techniques of abstraction as well as providing historical context.


$430.00

Tuesdays
Glenferrie Studio, Hawthorn


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.


$683.00

Bugs and Butterflies

Sunday
2 August
1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Glenferrie Studio, Hawthorn


A workshop by artist Anna Parry, introducing watercolour and gouache through painting animals and insects. As an experienced watercolour teacher, Anna will lead participants through a series of exercises giving the opportunity to explore ways in which an artist creates an artwork.


$145

Watercolour and Gouache Short Course

Saturdays
10 October - 14 November 2026
(5 sessions, no class 31st October)
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Glenferrie Studio, Hawthorn


A foundational Watercolour and Gouache Short Course by artist Anna Parry. The course will lead through the development of key foundational techniques for gouache and watercolour media.


$345

life drawing

Sunday
11 October - 8 November
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Glenferrie Studio, Hawthorn


This introductory Life Drawing short course will focus on the fundamentals of life drawing. Every session is conducted with a life model (undressed). You will be introduced to various strategies and techniques for drawing the figure. This course will assist a beginner and intermediate artists in developing fundamental drawing techniques.


$430

You will develop observational drawing skills while exploring natural landscapes, learning to create depth, movement, and atmosphere. The course balances expressive mark-making with refined details such as trees, rocks, and other natural elements.