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Art Courses

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    Be Creative and Learn the Visual Arts with Our Short Courses in Sydney!

    Do you have a creative idea you want to bring to life? Whether you want to draw, paint, or sculpt, our visual arts short courses offer hands-on learning with expert guidance to help you develop your artistic skills.

    From beginner-friendly classes to specialty workshops and tutor-led studios, our courses allow you to explore different techniques, experiment with various mediums, and refine your creative practice. With options for weeknight, weekend, and specialty sessions, you can find a course that fits your schedule.

    Our classes are taught by enthusiastic and experienced artists, with sessions available at our Rozelle campus and at partner studios across Sydney.

    Why Choose Our Visual Arts Courses?

    • Learn from experienced artists who offer expert guidance and inspiration.
    • Small, interactive classes to ensure hands-on learning and personalised feedback.
    • A variety of courses for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists.
    • Explore different mediums including drawing, painting, sculpture, and ceramics.
    • Convenient locations – courses run in Rozelle and at partner studios across Sydney.

    Who Are These Courses For?

    • Complete beginners looking to learn the basics of drawing, painting, or sculpting.
    • Enthusiasts and creatives who want to explore new artistic techniques.
    • Aspiring artists who want to develop their skills with tutor-led guidance.
    • Anyone looking for a relaxing and expressive creative outlet.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Do I need any prior experience?
    A: Not at all! We offer beginner courses to help you build foundational skills, as well as advanced sessions for those looking to refine their craft.

    Q: Will I need to bring my own materials?
    A: Some courses provide materials, while others may require you to bring your own. Check the course details for specific requirements.

    Q: Where are the classes held?
    A: Courses take place at our Rozelle campus and at partner studios across Sydney, depending on the medium and workshop.

    Q: What if I’m not confident in my artistic ability?
    A: That’s completely fine! Our classes are supportive and designed to help you build confidence in your creative expression.

    Unleash Your Creativity – Enrol Today!

    Whether you want to sketch, paint, sculpt, or experiment with new artistic techniques, our visual arts courses provide the skills and inspiration to bring your creative vision to life.

    Join us in Rozelle or at a partner studio across Sydney and start your artistic journey today!

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    Learn to paint using acrylics with our painting short courses in Sydney! We will explore various subject techniques and cover the fundamentals of tone, colour, form, and perspective through Still Life, Portrait, the Human Figure, and Landscape. Suitable for beginners to intermediate levels, the course is intended to help you develop your own personal style. Whether you are an absolute beginner or have some painting experience, you will enjoy our structured acrylic painting course...

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    Acrylic Painting Course: Beginners

    <p>Learn to paint using acrylics with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>We will explore various subject

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    $459 Limited inc GST / $367.20 / $390.10 / $413.10
    Materials Kit: Kits must be ordered at least one week before the class starts to allow time for delivery. You can purchase a kit at checkout or bring your own—just uncheck the box.
    Acrylic Painting Course: Beginners

    <p>Learn to paint using acrylics with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>We will explore various subject

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    $459 Limited inc GST / $367.20 / $390.10 / $413.10
    Materials Kit: Kits must be ordered at least one week before the class starts to allow time for delivery. You can purchase a kit at checkout or bring your own—just uncheck the box.
    Acrylic Painting Course: Beginners

    <p>Learn to paint using acrylics with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>We will explore various subject

    ...
    $459 Limited inc GST / $367.20 / $390.10 / $413.10
    Materials Kit: Kits must be ordered at least one week before the class starts to allow time for delivery. You can purchase a kit at checkout or bring your own—just uncheck the box.

    Learn to paint and use watercolours with our painting short courses in Sydney! This watercolour painting course is designed for both absolute beginners and those with some experience looking to refine their skills. Whether you are new to watercolours or want to develop your technique further, this structured course will guide you step by step, helping you build confidence in your painting abilities. Starting with the fundamentals, you will learn essential techniques such as brush...

    Learn more about Watercolour Painting Course: Beginners
    Watercolour Painting Course: Beginners

    <p>Learn to paint and use watercolours with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>This watercolour painting

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    $449 Limited inc GST / $359.20 / $381.60 / $404.10
    Materials Kit: Kits must be ordered at least one week before the class starts to allow time for delivery. You can purchase a kit at checkout or bring your own—just uncheck the box.
    Watercolour Painting Course: Beginners

    <p>Learn to paint and use watercolours with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>This watercolour painting

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    $449 Limited inc GST / $359.20 / $381.60 / $404.10
    Materials Kit: Kits must be ordered at least one week before the class starts to allow time for delivery. You can purchase a kit at checkout or bring your own—just uncheck the box.

    Learn to develop your drawing and painting skills with our visual arts short courses in Sydney! Take your drawing or painting skills to a higher level in these combined Drawing and Painting Studio Sessions. Designed for use of the studio space, these sessions provide a dedicated environment for artists of all levels—from beginners to more advanced artists—to develop and refine their work. Under the guidance of an experienced tutor and practising visual artist, you’ll have the...

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    Drawing & Painting Studio

    <p>Learn to develop your drawing and painting skills with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts">visual arts short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Take your drawing

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    $89 Limited inc GST / $71.20 / $75.70 / $80.10
    Drawing & Painting Studio

    <p>Learn to develop your drawing and painting skills with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts">visual arts short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Take your drawing

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    $89 Limited inc GST / $71.20 / $75.70 / $80.10
    Drawing & Painting Studio

    <p>Learn to develop your drawing and painting skills with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts">visual arts short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Take your drawing

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    $89 Limited inc GST / $71.20 / $75.70 / $80.10
    Drawing & Painting Studio

    <p>Learn to develop your drawing and painting skills with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts">visual arts short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Take your drawing

    ...
    $89 Limited inc GST / $71.20 / $75.70 / $80.10
    Drawing & Painting Studio

    <p>Learn to develop your drawing and painting skills with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts">visual arts short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Take your drawing

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    $89 Limited inc GST / $71.20 / $75.70 / $80.10

    Master the essentials of portrait art with our drawing and painting courses in Sydney! Whether you’re a complete beginner or returning to drawing after time away, this structured 4-session course offers a bridge between casual sketching and formal studio training. Join this hands-on portrait drawing class to develop fundamentals of graphite drawing techniques, build observational skills, and gain confidence working from both life models and reference photographs.  You’ll explore...

    Learn more about Graphite Portraiture for Beginners
    Graphite Portraiture for Beginners

    <p>Master the essentials of portrait art with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts">drawing and painting courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Whether you’re a complete

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    $299 Limited inc GST / $239.20 / $254.20 / $269.10

    Material Required

    1 x A3 sketchpad

    1 x Blackwing Matte pencil

    1 x kneadable eraser

    1 x large blending stump

    (Optional: 1 x small blending stump)

    1 x long lead pencil sharpener

    Why not enrol in two or more drawing courses at checkout and save 15% on your enrolment? These courses are part of the bundle deal:

    • Urban Sketching: Drawing Course
    • Urban Sketching: Pen & Wash Course
    • Life Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Portraiture Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Jewellery Design Drawing Course
    • Cartoon Drawing Course: Beginners & Level 2
    • Graphite Portraiture for Beginners

    Discount applied automatically at checkout when eligible courses are in your cart.

    Learn to use glass creatively and make a one-of-a-kind contemporary glass platter and a decorative object with our handcrafts courses in Sydney! In this glass art course, you will be introduced to the world of contemporary kiln-fired glass. You will learn how to design and create your own stunning glass platters and decorative objects to give as gifts, to sell at the markets or to have as a centrepiece in your home.  Discover your creative potential as you learn the skills required...

    Learn more about Glass Platters: Kiln Fired Course
    Glass Platters: Kiln Fired Course

    <p>Learn to use glass creatively and make a one-of-a-kind contemporary glass platter and a decorative object with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts">handcrafts

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    $359 Limited inc GST / $287.20 / $323.10
    Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions.
    Glass Platters: Kiln Fired Course

    <p>Learn to use glass creatively and make a one-of-a-kind contemporary glass platter and a decorative object with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts">handcrafts

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    $359 Limited inc GST / $287.20 / $323.10
    Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions.

    Learn to put pencil to paper with our drawing courses in Sydney! Anyone can learn how to draw, and our Drawing Course for Beginners will show you how! If you're an absolute beginner - or a bit of a doodler who wants to sharpen your pencil skills - this Drawing Course is a great opportunity to learn with a small group in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. Drawing skills are a fundamental building block of various forms of art, such as illustration, fine art, or design. Join this...

    Learn more about Drawing Course: Beginners
    Drawing Course: Beginners

    <p>Learn to put pencil to paper with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Anyone can learn how to draw, and our

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    $449 Limited inc GST / $359.20 / $381.60 / $404.10

    Materials Kit: Kits must be ordered at least one week before the class starts to allow time for delivery. You can purchase a kit at checkout or bring your own—just uncheck the box.

    Why not enrol in two or more drawing courses at checkout and save 15% on your enrolment? These courses are part of the bundle deal:

    • Urban Sketching: Drawing Course
    • Urban Sketching: Pen & Wash Course
    • Life Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Portraiture Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Jewellery Design Drawing Course
    • Cartoon Drawing Course: Beginners & Level 2
    • Graphite Portraiture for Beginners

    Discount applied automatically at checkout when eligible courses are in your cart.

    Drawing Course: Beginners

    <p>Learn to put pencil to paper with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Anyone can learn how to draw, and our

    ...
    $449 Limited inc GST / $359.20 / $381.60 / $404.10

    Materials Kit: Kits must be ordered at least one week before the class starts to allow time for delivery. You can purchase a kit at checkout or bring your own—just uncheck the box.

    Why not enrol in two or more drawing courses at checkout and save 15% on your enrolment? These courses are part of the bundle deal:

    • Urban Sketching: Drawing Course
    • Urban Sketching: Pen & Wash Course
    • Life Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Portraiture Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Jewellery Design Drawing Course
    • Cartoon Drawing Course: Beginners

    Discount applied automatically at checkout when eligible courses are in your cart.

    Learn to paint landscapes with our watercolour and sketching course for beginners, as part of our painting short courses in Sydney. Embark on a journey into the captivating realm of watercolour through this engaging and enjoyable sketching and watercolour course. Students will lightly outline their basic sketch using a pencil, ensuring the papers texture remains intact. Moving on to essential aspects of watercolour painting—Transparency, Lightfastness, and Staining—your tutor will...

    Learn more about Watercolour & Sketching Course: Beginners
    Watercolour & Sketching Course: Beginners

    <p>Learn to paint landscapes with our watercolour and sketching course for beginners, as part of our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short

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    $459 Limited inc GST / $367.20 / $390.10 / $413.10
    Materials Kit: Kits must be ordered at least one week before the class starts to allow time for delivery. You can purchase a kit at checkout or bring your own—just uncheck the box.

    Learn life drawing with our drawing short courses in Sydney! Life drawing is a great way to improve your drawing skills. It trains you to ‘see’ and react quickly to what’s in front of you, but there is also room for you to express your personal view of the subject. In this course, you will practice drawing the nude from life in a series of quick and long poses that allow you to record quickly and efficiently what you see and longer poses that allow you to really study the subject....

    Learn more about Life Drawing Course: Beginners
    Life Drawing Course: Beginners

    <p>Learn life drawing with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Life drawing is a great way to improve your

    ...
    $459 Limited inc GST / $367.20 / $390.10 / $413.10

    Why not enrol in two or more drawing courses at checkout and save 15% on your enrolment? These courses are part of the bundle deal:

    • Urban Sketching: Drawing Course
    • Urban Sketching: Pen & Wash Course
    • Life Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Portraiture Drawing Course: Beginners
    • Jewellery Design Drawing Course
    • Cartoon Drawing Course: Beginners & Level 2
    • Graphite Portraiture for Beginners

    Discount applied automatically at checkout when eligible courses are in your cart.

    Learn drawing and painting skills with our drawing courses and painting courses in Sydney! Discover an enriching daytime course offering a comprehensive introduction to observation-based drawing and acrylic painting. Your course fee covers artist-quality acrylic paint, brushes, palettes, and canvas paper. To participate, bring either an A3 pad, A3 spiral sketch pad or 4 sheets of A3 size cartridge paper per session, along with a lead pencil (B3 to B6 range) and a regular white...

    Learn more about Drawing & Painting Course: Beginners
    Drawing & Painting Course: Beginners

    <p>Learn drawing and painting skills with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing courses</a> and <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au

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    $549 Limited inc GST / $439.20 / $466.60 / $494.10
    Bring your sketchbook! Paints & brushes provided.

    Learn to paint beautiful portraitures using oil paints with our painting short courses in Sydney! Portraiture is compelling, interesting, and commonly considered one of the most difficult aspects of oil painting. However, when employing practical steps and techniques, portrait painting can be a very rewarding activity. This course will cover the fundamentals of portrait painting such as proportion, skin tone, and general oil painting techniques to give students confidence and...

    Learn more about Portraiture Oil Painting Course
    Portraiture Oil Painting Course

    <p>Learn to paint beautiful portraitures using oil paints with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

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    $489.01 Limited inc GST / $391.20 / $415.70 / $440.10
     Materials Kit: Kits must be ordered at least one week before the class starts to allow time for delivery. You can purchase a kit at checkout or bring your own—just uncheck the box.
    Portraiture Oil Painting Course

    <p>Learn to paint beautiful portraitures using oil paints with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>

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    $439 Limited inc GST / $351.20 / $373.10 / $395.10
    Materials Kit: Kits must be ordered at least one week before the class starts to allow time for delivery. You can purchase a kit at checkout or bring your own—just uncheck the box.
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