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)
$490
Tuesdays
19 August - 16 September 2025
(5 sessions)
7pm - 9:30pm
Union Studio
Melbourne Art Class welcomes leading Australian contemporary abstract artist Samara Adamson-Pinczewski to conduct an Abstraction Studio Practice Short Course. This course builds on fundamentals covered in the introductory course, and is a great opportunity for students to progress their practice.
$395
MAC Elgin Studio, Hawthorn and Union Studio, Armadale
Our Studio Art Courses are the foundation of Melbourne Art Class. In these classes you have the freedom to work on your own projects, or our Still Life display with guidance from an experienced teacher and professional artist. During the term, we sometimes have mini-lectures on a particular art movement, genre or technique. We welcome all skills levels, from complete beginners, to experienced artists who need a space and dedicated time to create.
$591
MAC Union Studio, Armadale and Elgin / Glenferrie Studio, Hawthorn
These Courses are for Secondary school 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 length of course)
starting from:
$543
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.
$710
Union Studio, Armadale: Tuesday 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm during term
Union Studio, Armadale Friday 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm during term
Melbourne Art Class students* can access the Melbourne Art Class studio and resources for a supervised but untutored session in the studio.
This class is a great option for students who want to finish a piece of work from their course, those who have missed a session during the term looking for some time to catch up, or just those looking for more studio time.
Image: Union Studio, Armadale
$30