Visual Arts Courses

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    Be creative and learn the visual arts with our short courses in Sydney!

    What idea do you want to put to page or shape with clay? Draw, paint and sculpt to make your creative vision come to life with our visual arts courses. Taught by knowledgeable and enthusiastic artists, why not try a weeknight drawing class or learn to paint on the weekend?

    We offer beginners courses to set the foundation, specialty workshops to explore different techniques and mediums, as well as tutor-led studios to further develop your skills. Our visual arts courses take place at our campus in Rozelle and at our partner studios across Sydney.

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    Learn to write in Copperplate script with our calligraphy short courses in Sydney! Copperplate calligraphy is a beautiful script, reflecting tradition, personality, style and creativity. This calligraphy course will give you an understanding of the rich history of calligraphy and the development of our modern alphabet. In addition to learning how to write with a pointed pen, this course will improve your design skills and spacial awareness. By combining the techniques you will be...

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    Delve into the creative world of watercolour with our painting short courses in Sydney! Join us for an engaging Introduction to Watercolour Workshop. In the morning, you’ll learn foundational wash techniques with a live demonstration and explore black -and-white tonal values through still-life painting. We’ll discuss shape and space in watercolour. In the afternoon, we’ll focus on colour-blending techniques to add depth to your work. You’ll practise using a reference image while...

    Learn more about Introduction to Watercolour Workshop
    Introduction to Watercolour Workshop

    <p>Delve into the creative world of watercolour with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

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    $189 $142 Limited inc GST / $151.20 / $170.10

    Broaden your skills and tonal expression with our Drawing Courses in Sydney! Elevate your artistic skills in this workshop led by watercolour artist Tony Belobrajdic, exploring the creation of studies and sketches using a combination of graphite and water wash. Through in-depth artist demonstrations and hands-on exercises, you'll learn the art of working with graphite sticks and pencils to craft a captivating black-and-white drawing. Witness the transformation of your creation into...

    Learn more about Graphite Wash: Sketching Workshop
    Graphite Wash: Sketching Workshop

    <p>Broaden your skills and tonal expression with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">Drawing Courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Elevate your artistic skills

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    $209 Limited inc GST / $167.20 / $177.70 / $188.10

    Learn to paint and use watercolours with our painting short courses in Sydney! This watercolour painting course is designed for both absolute beginners and experienced students. Starting from the basics, week by week this watercolour painting course will help you to develop your skills with drawing and watercolours, gaining the confidence to further challenge yourself. You'll have plenty of opportunities to practice, with exercises designed to introduce and develop the techniques....

    Learn more about Watercolour Painting Course
    Watercolour Painting Course

    <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>

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    $449 $337 Limited inc GST / $359.20 / $381.70 / $404.10
    Materials kit can be purchased at checkout - or uncheck it to bring your own.
    Watercolour Painting Course

    <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 $337 Limited inc GST / $359.20 / $381.70 / $404.10
    Materials kit can be purchased at checkout - or uncheck it to bring your own.

    Learn the mindful art of Zentangle®️ with our drawing courses in Sydney! Dive into the enchanting depths of creativity with our continuation of the Drawing Workshop: Zentangle - now with an underwater theme! Embark on a journey where the underwater world becomes your canvas, weaving mesmerising patterns that evoke tranquility and wonder. This immersive workshop is designed to infuse mindfulness and serenity into your day, showcasing how the art of Zentangle has blossomed into a...

    Learn more about Drawing Workshop: Zentangle® Underwater World
    Drawing Workshop: Zentangle® Underwater World

    <p>Learn the mindful art of Zentangle®️ with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Dive into the enchanting depths

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    $120 $90 Limited inc GST / $96 / $102 / $108
    Remember to buy your official Zentangle®️ kit at the checkout.

    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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    $439 Limited inc GST / $351.20 / $373.20 / $395.10
     You can buy a materials kit at checkout or bring your own by unchecking the box. Kits must be purchased at least one week before the class starts to ensure timely delivery.

    Learn drawing and cartooning with our drawing short courses in Sydney! From the single-panel editorial cartoons of the newspapers to the walls of city streets, cartoons are everywhere. This cartoon drawing course will instruct you on how to get started with drawing your own cartoons, helping you develop a range of different techniques. If you struggle with stick-people and haven't picked up a pencil since your school days, never fear- this class is not about virtuoso drawing...

    Learn more about Cartoon Drawing Course for Beginners
    Cartoon Drawing Course for Beginners

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

    <p>From the single-panel editorial

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    $439 Limited inc GST / $351.20 / $373.20 / $395.10
    Don't forget your sketchbook!

    Discover the inspiring world of art history through our art courses in Sydney! In a profession historically dominated by men, the contributions of women artists have often been overlooked despite their profound impact on the cultural direction of the visual arts. This exploration will delve into pivotal moments and figures such as the flourishing of women artists in the university town of Bologna, Rosalba Carriera's revolutionary work with pastels, Edmonia Lewis's groundbreaking...

    Learn more about Women Artists: From Antiquity to the 20th Century
    Women Artists: From Antiquity to the 20th Century

    <p>Discover the inspiring world of art history through our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts">art courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>In a profession historically

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    $199 Limited inc GST / $159.20 / $179.10

    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 for Beginners
    Life Drawing Course for 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

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    $459 Limited inc GST / $367.20 / $390.20 / $413.09 / $413.10

    Learn drawing and cartooning with our drawing short courses in Sydney! Get ready for an exciting journey into the world of advanced cartooning with our Level 2 course! This course is designed to build on your existing skills and take your cartooning abilities to new heights. Using the methods of professional cartoonists you’ll explore advanced techniques to enhance character designs, tell engaging stories, and master composition principles. Throughout the course, you’ll dive deep...

    Learn more about Cartoon Drawing Course: Level 2
    Cartoon Drawing Course: Level 2

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

    <p>Get ready for an exciting journey

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    $439 Limited inc GST / $351.20 / $395.10