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 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...

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    Drawing & Painting Course: Introduction

    <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 / $466.70 / $494.10
    Bring your sketchbook! Paints & brushes provided.

    Learn to work with oil paints with our painting short courses in Sydney! In this comprehensive oil painting course, you will learn the techniques and benefits of working with the oil paint medium.  Suitable for both beginners and those with some painting experience, you will be guided through structured exercises to create paintings with beautiful texture and finish – even without any prior painting experience.  In this oil painting course, you will learn how to prepare your...

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    Oil Painting Course

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

    <p>In this comprehensive oil

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    $489 Limited inc GST / $391.20 / $415.70 / $440.10
     A materials kit can be purchased at checkout or if you prefer to bring your own simply uncheck the box.
    Oil Painting Course

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

    <p>In this comprehensive oil

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    $489 Limited inc GST / $391.20 / $415.70 / $440.10
     A materials kit can be purchased at checkout or if you prefer to bring your own simply uncheck the box.
    Oil Painting Course

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

    <p>In this comprehensive oil

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    $479 Limited inc GST / $383.20 / $407.10 / $431.09 / $431.10
     A materials kit can be purchased at checkout or if you prefer to bring your own simply uncheck the box.

    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 designs. Join this...

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    Drawing Course for 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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    $415 Limited inc GST / $332 / $352.80 / $373.49 / $373.50
    Materials kit can be purchased at checkout - or uncheck it to bring your own.
    Drawing Course for 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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    $409 Limited inc GST / $327.20 / $347.70 / $368.10
    To ensure your kit arrives on time, Please order at least 5 business days before class begins.
    Drawing Course for 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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    $409 Limited inc GST / $327.20 / $347.70 / $368.10
    Materials kit can be purchased at checkout - or uncheck it to bring your own.

    Learn to paint botanical art using watercolour with our painting short courses in Sydney! Botanical art is a unique and specialised art form that captures the colour, precision and detail of plants to realistically represent their natural beauty. Starting with a brief introduction, you will discover or deepen your understanding of watercolour application, as you learn new watercolour techniques and develop the skills to prepare and complete a beautifully detailed artwork. With...

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    Watercolour Painting Course: Botanical Art

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

    <p>Botanical art

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    $449 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: Botanical Art

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

    <p>Botanical art

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    $449 Limited inc GST / $359.20 / $381.70 / $404.10
    Be sure to order your art kit at the checkout or at least one week before your class starts to allow time for delivery.

    Learn art theory and history with our Art Courses in Sydney! Studying art history isn't just about brushstrokes and colour theory—it's a journey that enriches our understanding of different cultures and societies throughout time. This exploration helps us appreciate diversity and the various ways people express themselves.  By examining art from the past, we improve our critical thinking skills and learn to analyse complex visuals. Plus, we're inspired by the creativity and...

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    Introduction to Art History Course

    <p>Learn art theory and history with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">Art Courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Studying art history isn't just about

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    $200 Limited inc GST / $160 / $170 / $180
    Introduction to Art History Course

    <p>Learn art theory and history with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">Art Courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Studying art history isn't just about

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    $199 Limited inc GST / $159.20 / $169.20 / $179.10

    Learn Chinese ink painting with our painting courses in Sydney! Chinese brush painting merges calligraphy and painting with ink and brush, rooted deeply in Chinese culture and history. This course invites you to explore this art form and understand the Four Gentlemen (or Four Noble Ones) in Chinese plant painting: Plum Blossom for Winter, Orchid for Spring, Bamboo for Summer, and Chrysanthemum for Autumn. Each plant symbolises a season and enriches your ability to capture seasonal...

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    Chinese Brush Painting Course

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

    <p>Chinese brush painting merges calligraphy

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

    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

    <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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    $469 Limited inc GST / $375.20 / $398.70 / $422.09 / $422.10
     A materials kit can be purchased at checkout or if you prefer to bring your own simply uncheck the box. Please note, that kits need to be purchased at least one week before the class starts so that there's enough time for delivery.
    Acrylic Painting Course

    <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 / $390.20 / $413.09 / $413.10
    Be sure to order your art kit at the checkout or at least one week before your class starts to allow time for delivery.

    Learn to draw street scenes that capture the energy of our urban environment with our drawing short courses in Sydney! Urban Sketching is a course for people who want to draw the world around them. No prior drawing experience is required to join this urban sketching course. Go on a journey with our professional artist to learn how to draw realistic street scenes and beautiful buildings. Visit cafes, parks and public spaces and work with a small group over two Saturdays. You will...

    Learn more about Urban Sketching: Drawing Course
    Urban Sketching: Drawing Course

    <p>Learn to draw street scenes that capture the energy of our urban environment with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">drawing short courses</a> in

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    $265 Limited inc GST / $212 / $225.30 / $238.50
    Please check list for what to bring

    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...

    Learn more about Drawing & Painting Studio
    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
    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

    ...
    $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

    Learn how to paint with a palette knife with our painting courses in Sydney! Explore the art of palette knife painting and take home at least one abstract canvas painting created by you! This painting workshop is designed for beginners, as you will learn the basics of how to use a palette knife for applying paint and create abstract paintings with acrylic colours. The palette knife painting workshop will begin with an introduction to what the palette knife is, and then a live...

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    Palette Knife Painting Workshop

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

    <p>Explore the art of palette

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    $199 Limited inc GST / $159.20 / $169.20 / $179.10
    All materials provided