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Enrolments are open for the following classes: 
 

To enrol click Book Now for enrolment form.

Creativity for Kids - Mondays     Ages 9 - 12 years 
Tutor: Patrice Buescher

8 weeks commencing Monday 28th April 2025

3.45 - 5.15pm

Cost $170

Age Suitability: Ages 9-12

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Class Description:
In this class we are working in a variety of mediums such as drawing, painting, collage, illustration and more.  We are exercising and challenging our creative skills.  To gain a wider understanding of art we are looking at artists and their work in the context of art history.
All materials supplied

Creativity for Kids - Tuesdays      Ages 6 - 9 years 
Tutor: Patrice Buescher

8 weeks commencing Tuesday 29th April 2025

3.45 - 5.15pm

Cost $170

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Age Suitability: Ages 6-9

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Class Description:
In this class we are focussing on the process of art making. We will be exploring a variety of mediums such as drawing, painting, collage, illustration and more.  Different subjects will allow us to develop our artistic skills as we pursue our artistic journey.
All materials supplied

Creativity for Kids - Wednesdays     Ages 6 - 9 years 
Tutor: Patrice Buescher

8 Weeks commencing Wednesday 30th April 2025

3.45 - 5.15pm

Cost $170

Age Suitability: Ages 6-9

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Class Description:
In this class we are focussing on the process of art making. We will be exploring a variety of mediums such as drawing, painting, collage, illustration and more.  Different subjects will allow us to develop our artistic skills as we pursue our artistic journey.
All materials supplied

Multi-Media Drawing
Tutor: Roger Key

7 weeks Thursdays - commencing May 8 - June 19 2025

6.30 - 9pm

Cost $160

Age Suitability: While this is an adults drawing class I’m happy to have students high school age and older enrol if the parent/guardian is confident they are mature enough to attend.

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Class Description:
This class will explore different drawing ideas and media use to give you fresh ways to bring more imaginative approaches to your work. With a focus on experimenting with creative ways to use a variety of media techniques, we’ll also develop conceptual possibilities to take your drawings and skills in new directions. This will give you broader ways to think about and create your drawings, discover how to get more from drawing media and to develop your drawings in depth! Suitable for beginners or experienced.

What to bring

You will need a drawing pad (minimum A4 size) and HB pencil.

I will discuss what will be needed at the class, so don’t buy anything until I’ve explained what to get.

Some media will be supplied.


If you’re unsure, feel free to contact me prior to the start of the class - rogkey@gmail.com

Painting with Acrylics and Oils
Tutor: Roger Key

7 weeks  Wednesdays - commencing May 7 - June 18 2025 

6.30 - 9pm

Cost $160

Age Suitability: While this is an adults drawing class I’m happy to have students high school age and older enrol if the parent/guardian is confident they are mature enough to attend.

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Class Description:
Choosing your own subject, media and style, you will create paintings from your own reference, photograph or imagination.  The tutor will be able to assist in all aspects of your work to help you achieve your individual goals in whatever direction you wish to take things.  This is a relaxed and friendly environment and suitable for any level of knowledge from complete beginner to experienced.
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What to bring
Whatever painting media and materials you wish to work with.
 
If you’re unsure, feel free to contact me prior to the start of the class - rogkey@gmail.com

Expanding Your Drawing
Tutor: Roger Key & Alex Jury

5 Sessions  Wednesdays - commencing 21 May to 18 June 2025 

4pm-5.30pm

Cost $75.00

Age Suitability: 12-18 Years

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Class Description:
This class is for high school age students to broaden their drawing techniques and experience with a variety of drawing media.  We will cover how to improve drawing realistically and also explore a range of drawing media and techniqes which will really expand technical and conceptual skills and truly widen their scope for devlopment in their art, whether for school or their own personal enjoyment.
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What to bring:
1 x HB pencil, 1x sharpener, 1 x A4 or A3 drawing pad.
Other materials provided.

 
If you’re unsure, feel free to contact me prior to the start of the class - rogkey@gmail.com

Beginners PLUS Pottery Class - Wheelwork
Tutor: Chris Parkin

Tuesdays for 8 weeks commencing April 29th 2025 (allow 10 weeks)

Time: 6 - 8pm

​Cost $295 plus firing fees

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Fully Subscribed

Age Suitability: Adult

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Beginners PLUS will pick up where our beginners course left off.
We will explore throwing off the hump, shaping larger vessels using ribs and creating lidded vessels.
We also cover how to make test tile for glazing and explore some further glazing techniques.
Drying and recycling your clay will also be part of the classes.

Students should bring their own clay (Macs White is fine or any similar ungrogged/lightly grogged clay), an apron or old clothes and old towel.

Textile Art

Classes for 2025

Age Suitability: 

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Class Description:
An opportunity to learn a new technique in hand embroidery, fabric manipulation, slow stitching or dye / print your own unique piece of fabric.  Our experienced tutors, Clare Smith, Sue Swann, Jo Dixey, Mary Self and Cherie Gurney will be joined by some other local tutors this year.  for information on the classes available - click on the link.
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If you are interested in other classes.styles, please send an expression of interest' to huttartsociety@xtra.co.nz

Watercolour Classes 2024
Composing your Painting
Tutor: Jacky Pearson

 

Term 1: Thursdays

20th February, 6th March, 20th March, 3rd April & 17 April 2025

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Times: 12.15 - 2.45pm or

             3 - 5.30pm or

             6.30 - 9pm (Studio 9)

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Cost:    $160

Age Suitability: Beginners, Intermediate and Experienced (Adults or high school age 16+)

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Class Description:
Lesson 1. Paint a simple beach with design in mind
Lesson 2. Arrange figures as a painting
Lesson 3. Arranging colours
Lesson 4. Design many elements

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Please email Jacky direct to book: jacky@jackypearson.co.nz
Website: www.jackypearson.co.nz
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Porcelain Painting/Decorating Classes
 

Mondays from 1pm - 4pm

Age Suitability: 

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Class Description:
Come and join an enthusiastic group of painters who want to pass on their knowledge and skills.  
Porcelain painting gives you scope to achieve modern or heirloom pieces onto porcelain. Once you have mastered the basics, porcelain pieces of differing shapes are your canvas.


Classes are on Mondays 1 - 4pm.
Please email Monica Martin direct to book:  monicabarry2017@gmail.com

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