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NZ’s first Certified Bob Ross Instructor, Malcolm Sime, will prove to you that if you can hold a pen and write, you can hold a brush and paint. Come along and create a landscape oil painting from scratch to take away at the end of the day! All art materials included in course fee.

Calligratherapy combines science journalist James Nestor's theory on proper breathing with the philosophy of ancient Chinese calligraphy to promote a state of optimal wellbeing. Over five weeks, you will develop and practice the awareness of healthy breathing while learning new techniques of Chinese soft brush calligraphy covering five different scripts. All materials included in course fee.

Creating new pieces or repairing old treasures can be easy and fun once you know some basic techniques and design skills. You will be able to make 2 types of bracelet, 2 sets of earrings, 2 necklaces and a pendant. All materials included in course fee. All materials included in course fee.

Always wanted to know how to draw but never had the chance to learn? Join our experienced tutor and get confident with the basics of drawing. Bring your A4 sketchbook - all other materials included in course fee.

Explore a range of painting and drawing techniques from ink and watercolour to impasto and realism using acrylic paint. Bring your A4 sketchbook - all other materials included in course fee.

Make your own journal using recycled materials and personal 2-D mementos to embellish each page. Beginners and those with some experience are welcome to join this class to create a handmade book from cover to content! Ideal for gifts or personal use as a keepsake for materials that spark memories, inspiration and joy. Some materials included in your course fee.

Life drawing is a basic staple for all artists. This course will assist you in developing the necessary skills required to render the human form in a 2D manner. Please bring an A2 sketch pad, 2B and 4B pencils and an eraser.

Do you want to take a slower look at the natural world around you? Whether it's a beach find, an interesting plant or capturing wildlife on the go? This course will give you some basic painting and drawing skills to capture these observations and discuss some ideas for sketchbook layouts to tell the story. A list of materials required (approximate cost $60) will be sent out when course numbers are confirmed.

Beginner painters and intermediate artists alike are welcome to this hands-on workshop in oils, one of the oldest and most storied mediums. Most materials included in course fee - you will need to bring your own bristle brushes and an idea for your painting.

A chance to experiment with watercolour paints and different sorts of paper - no experience needed. All materials included in course fee.

Come along and find out how easy it is to make your very own beeswax candles to give your home a delightful ambience! All materials included in course fee.

Come make a Christmas wreath using a combination of evergreen fresh foliage and dried flowers. All materials included in course fee.

Creating new pieces or repairing old treasures can be easy and fun once you know some basic techniques and design skills. You will be able to make 2 types of bracelet, 2 sets of earrings, 2 necklaces and a pendant. All materials included in course fee. All materials included in course fee.

Crochet is great for settling the mind and encouraging relaxation. Learn to do basic stitches, read patterns and complete projects in a relaxed and friendly space – left handers very welcome. Please bring some 4 or 8 ply smooth yarn and a crochet hook.

In this half day crochet special, you will get the patterns to make stars, and icicles, mini wreaths, a mini Christmas jumper, Christmas tree and gifts bunting and a cute mini Christmas hat. Please bring some 4 or 8 ply smooth yarn and a crochet hook - see full description for suitable types of yarn.

Come and learn how to make a dried flower wreath (25-30cm wide) with Red Ruth from Bloomin Heck Wreaths. All materials included in course fee.

Always wanted to learn the art of raranga and weave flax? This intensive one-day workshop, suitable for both beginners and those with some experience, will teach you the basics along with the tikanga around flax weaving. Bring a craft knife (Stanley knife with a wide blade) and a 'bread and butter' knife.

Evolve and advance your jewellery making abilities with exciting lost wax methods to create rings cast in copper, brass, bronze, white bronze and silver - beginners welcome! All materials included in course fee.

Create sculptural rings studded with dazzling precious gemstones! Combine wax working and stone setting methods to produce a set of rings cast in your choice of copper, brass, bronze, white bronze and silver - beginners welcome! All materials included in the course fee.

Join us for a fun day learning the skills to make your own jewellery, using sterling silver and copper or brass. All materials included in course fee.