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.
Enthusists 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.
What Can You Learn?
We offer a variety of visual arts short courses, including:
Sculpture for Beginners – Learn to shape and model using different materials.
Wheel-Thrown Pottery – Master the pottery wheel and create functional ceramic pieces.
Specialty Workshops & Studio Practice
Life Drawing – Develop observational drawing skills with live models.
Abstract Painting Techniques – Experiment with textures and non-traditional approaches.
Tutor-Led Studio Sessions – Get personalised feedback and guidance to further your skills.
Common 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! View our Up-Coing Classes Below
Learn to draw florals and foliage with our drawing short courses in Sydney! Capture the beauty of nature and learn the elegant art of drawing realistic flowers and plants in this Botanical Art Drawing workshop. No matter what your drawing experience is, this drawing class will help you step-by-step to gain the confidence and skills to draw flowers, vegetables, fruits, and other plants. Capture the colour, precision and detail of fruits, flowers, and foliage to realistically...
<p>Learn to draw florals and foliage with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>Learn to draw florals and foliage with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
Master digital illustration basics with Procreate. Learn to create stunning artworks using tools, layers, and techniques in this Sydney beginners course.
<p>Learn how to draw and paint on your iPad using the Procreate app with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/design-technology/graphic-design">Graphic Design Courses</a> in
Please note, this is a 2-day weekend course, with a slightly altered structure. The total teaching time of 12 hours remains the same.
Sessions 1 and 2, will be combined into a single 6 hour day, with a 30 minute lunch break. Sessions 3 and 4 will run the following Saturday, with a 30 minute lunch break.
<p>Learn how to draw and paint on your iPad using the Procreate app with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/design-technology/graphic-design">Graphic Design Courses</a> in
Please note, this is a 2-day weekend course, with a slightly altered structure. The total teaching time of 12 hours remains the same.
Sessions 1 and 2, will be combined into a single 6 hour day, with a 30 minute lunch break. Sessions 3 and 4 will run the following Saturday, with a 30 minute lunch break.
Learn linocut printmaking as part of our Visual Arts and Handcrafts courses in Sydney. Explore the creative potential of layered lino printing in this hands-on intermediate workshop focused on vibrant, multi-colour work. You’ll learn how to design, carve, and print using the multi-block technique – a printmaking method that uses separate plates for each colour to achieve rich, layered compositions with precise alignment and bold visual impact. The workshop covers essential skills...
Linocut Printing Intermediate Course: Multi Colour
<p>Learn linocut printmaking as part of our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts">Visual Arts</a> and <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/
Learn how to make striking natural artwork with our weaving short courses in Sydney. Join sculptor and fibre artist Cherry Corr for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn to twist and shape your own random weave creations using natural and garden-foraged materials. All materials for this class are sustainably collected from local plants, including palm inflorescence from the Bangalow Palm and Cocos Palm, along with other common garden waste. Using just a few simple tools,...
<p>Learn how to make striking natural artwork with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/weaving">weaving short courses</a> in Sydney.</p>
<p>Learn how to make striking natural artwork with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/handcrafts/weaving">weaving short courses</a> in Sydney.</p>
Learn the art of Celtic lettering with Celtic Uncial Script for Beginners part of the Calligraphy Short Courses in Sydney. Discover the art of calligraphy in this one-day Celtic Uncial Script for Beginners workshop, designed to introduce you to the history and techniques of this timeless lettering style. Uncial script, known for its rounded, elegant letterforms, played a crucial role in the development of the modern alphabet and has been used in illuminated manuscripts for...
Celtic Uncial Script for Beginners: Calligraphy Workshop
<p>Learn the art of Celtic lettering with Celtic Uncial Script for Beginners part of the <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/calligraphy">Calligraphy Short Courses
Practice your life drawing skills with our drawing short courses in Sydney! Come and join this life drawing studio class to learn and practice how to draw the human body from life, investigating form, line, and expression through a variety of media and techniques. You will receive teaching and support from a practising artist, working with a professional life model to develop your drawing skills and better understand how to represent the human form in your artwork. Our life drawing...
<p>Practice your life drawing skills with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
Learn to draw and sketch with our drawing short courses in Sydney! The human face is endless in its variation and possibilities. When we look at each other, we see ourselves. We look, connect and understand. Artists have created portraits of bliss, anguish, hatred, hostility and happiness by representing the human head and this practice has continued through the many historical artistic movements. Whether you are drawing for the very first time or have some experience, this...
<p>Learn to draw and sketch with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
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...
<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>
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 sketch urban street scenes with this pen and wash drawing short courses in Sydney! Join a professional artist as you embark on a journey to explore the neighbourhood, capturing its vibrant seasonal surroundings, stunning urban scenes, and inviting public spaces in beautifully sketched compositions. Then, breathe life into your artwork with the rich tones and textures of watercolour wash. Throughout the course, you'll not only hone your outdoor urban sketching skills but...
<p>Learn to sketch urban street scenes with this pen and wash <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
<p>Learn to sketch urban street scenes with this pen and wash <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
Learn how to paint with an impressionistic style, with our painting short courses in Sydney! Join this workshop to learn how to paint quick, expressive watercolours with fewer brush strokes. Through detailed artist demonstration of a four-step method, you'll discover how to create an atmosphere (rather than strictly copying the subject matter) by using a limited palette, simplifying shapes and avoiding too many details. Working with large-size brushes - adding shape against shape,...
<p>Learn how to paint with an impressionistic style, with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>
