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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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    Unleash your inner artist with our painting short courses in Sydney! Have you been wanting to express yourself by learning a new creative skill? Are you looking for art classes in Sydney? Then this painting course for beginners is for you! Maybe you have never painted before, or you are looking to refresh your skills and knowledge. With this course, you will take home real painting experience and creative skills that will last you a lifetime. You will gain knowledge about the...

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    Painting Course for Beginners

    <p>Unleash your inner artist with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/painting">painting short courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>Have you been wanting to express

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    2024-10-14 Mon 14 Oct 2024 - 2024-11-11 Mon 11 Nov 2024
    4 sessions, 10 hours total
    6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Elinor Pickard
    $289 Limited inc GST / $231.20 / $245.70 / $260.10 / $260.11
     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.

    Learn to draw landscapes using pastels with our short art courses in Sydney! In this Pastel Landscape Course, you will learn to use colour grounds, broken strokes of pastel, and stumped blending techniques to depict both detailed objects and expansive vistas in your artwork. We will explore pastel techniques employed by French artists Eugène Delacroix, Jean-François Millet, and Edgar Degas, focusing on their methods for capturing small natural objects and broader landscapes. You...

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    Pastel Landscape Course

    <p>Learn to draw landscapes using pastels with our <a href="https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/visual-arts/drawing">short art courses</a> in Sydney!</p>

    <p>In this Pastel Landscape

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    2024-10-17 Thu 17 Oct 2024 - 2024-12-05 Thu 5 Dec 2024
    8 sessions, 24 hours total
    10am - 1pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Dominique Millar
    $449 Limited inc GST / $359.20 / $404.10

    Please note that the following classes will take place at the excursion locations:

    • Week 5: Thornton Park in East Balmain- Meeting point Thornton Park 
    • Week 8: Royal Botanic Gardens- Meeting point Woolloomooloo Gates

    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....

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    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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    2024-10-22 Tue 22 Oct 2024 - 2024-12-03 Tue 3 Dec 2024
    7 sessions, 17.5 hours total
    6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Shipra Shah
    $449 Limited inc GST / $359.20 / $381.70 / $404.10
    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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    2024-10-23 Wed 23 Oct 2024 - 2024-12-04 Wed 4 Dec 2024
    7 sessions, 17.5 hours total
    6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Shipra Shah
    $449 Limited inc GST / $359.20 / $381.70 / $404.10
    Materials kit can be purchased at checkout - or uncheck it to bring your own.

    Learn how to make an abstract painting with our painting short courses in Sydney! This course is ideal for both beginners and those with some painting experience. Participants will explore various techniques of abstraction, drawing inspiration from organic forms found in flowers and plants. They will experiment with combinations of transparent and opaque paints to understand their distinct effects. The workshop starts with warm-up exercises conducted on paper. Discussions on...

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    Acrylic Painting Workshop: Abstract Art

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

    <p>This course is ideal

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    2024-11-01 Fri 1 Nov 2024 2024-11-01
    1 session, 5 hours total
    10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Sally Mowbray
    $199 Limited inc GST / $159.20 / $169.20 / $179.10
    Please check the materials list for what to bring. An email with reference images for the class will be sent prior to the start date.

    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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    2024-11-05 Tue 5 Nov 2024 - 2024-11-19 Tue 19 Nov 2024
    3 sessions, 7.5 hours total
    6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Dominique Millar
    $200 Limited inc GST / $160 / $170 / $180

    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....

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    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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    2024-11-05 Tue 5 Nov 2024 - 2024-12-10 Tue 10 Dec 2024
    6 sessions, 15 hours total
    6:30pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Anne Kwasner
    $470 Limited inc GST / $376 / $399.50 / $422.99 / $423

    Learn art theory and history with 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 career in Rome, and...

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    Women Artists: From Antiquity to the 20th Century

    <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>In a profession historically dominated by

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    2024-11-07 Thu 7 Nov 2024 - 2024-11-28 Thu 28 Nov 2024
    4 sessions, 12 hours total
    6pm - 9pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Dominique Millar
    $249 Limited inc GST / $199.20 / $224.09 / $224.10

    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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    2024-11-07 Thu 7 Nov 2024 - 2024-12-12 Thu 12 Dec 2024
    6 sessions, 12 hours total
    6:30pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Chi Lik Cheung
    $459 Limited inc GST / $367.20 / $390.20 / $413.09 / $413.10

    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...

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    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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    2024-11-08 Fri 8 Nov 2024 2024-11-08
    1 session, 3 hours total
    10am - 1pm (UTC+11:00)
    2A Gordon St, Rozelle
    Niki Lawrence
    $120 Limited inc GST / $96 / $102 / $108
    Remember to buy your official Zentangle®️ kit at the checkout.
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