Intro to Nature Journaling

​Are you curious about creatures, fond of natural forms? Starting a nature journal is a way of collecting and building a unique story of your relationship with this wonderful world we live in.
Nature journaling encourages us to take time in nature—to look more closely, foster observation skills, let curiosity lead us into new learning, and open our senses. It helps us respond creatively and authentically through words and art.
Materials: Please bring a small selection of drawing materials you prefer, such as:
Lead pencils (soft - HB to 6B) or a mechanical pencil, colour pencils, watercolour pencils, fine liner pens (plus sharpener and eraser).
Several sheets of sketch paper 140gsm.
Note: We will discuss journal types in the first session. If you already have a preferred one, bring it along. If using watercolours, cotton 300gsm paper is recommended.
13th October - 3rd November
​1:00pm - 2:30pm
Cost: $60.00
Book online: https://www.trybooking.com/DFPHO​
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Watercolour & Mixed Media with Nell Frysteen

Join award winning artist and highly regarded teacher Nell Frysteen in a series of mixed media classes where you can explore creative boundaries and experiment combining traditional techniques with a range of mixed mediums. Explore using colours, inks, pastel, pencil, collage, gouache and monoprints. Nell is a local artist and highly regarded mentor for emerging artists. 
Bring any art materials you have. Nell will guide you to further purchases based on interests and resources.
8 week course
15th October - 3rd December
1:00 PM -  3:30 PM
Cost: $260 Health care card $240
Book online: https://www.trybooking.com/DEISQ​

Term 4 Landscape with a Focus on Colour.

Tutor: Anne McMahan
​Subject: Images of local landscapes.
Process:
Unpack Essential Elements:
Composition: Identify key lines, shapes, and objects. Decide what to include or omit.
Perspective: Use colour to create depth with atmospheric perspective.
Details: Learn where and how to add details using line, texture, and colour.
Explore Techniques:
Drawing: Experiment with inks, pens, and charcoal, including blind drawing to capture the essence.
Printmaking: Try mono printing, gel plate printing, photocopy, and image transfer.
Painting: Use acrylic mediums—liquids for blending, gels for thickening, and paste for texture—while combining them with drawing and printmaking.
Apply Learnings:
Develop your own landscape ideas.
Create a personal approach using the techniques from the course.
No prior experience with acrylics is required. Guidance is provided throughout. Work will be done on paper and canvas. A materials list will be provided.
Thursday 23rd October - 11th December 
10:30am -1:00 PM
Cost $260 Health care card $240 
Book online: https://www.trybooking.com/DEISM​
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Term 4 Sketching Essentials

This 8-week sketching class is open to all skill levels and allows you to work with the medium of your choice—pencil, ink, or watercolour. Each session will focus on essential sketching techniques like shading and composition, with plenty of flexibility to explore your preferred tools.
Enjoy a relaxed and supportive environment to develop your skills.
Please bring along, drawing/sketching medium of your choice, sketch paper or water colour paper (140 gms min, 300 gms recommended for watercolour); sharpener and eraser (if using pencils); ruler
Friday 16th October- 4th December
Time 1.30 - 4:00pm
Cost $180.00 Health Care Card $170.00
Book online: Sold out