WORKSHOPS
Learn the Art of Creation
Our workshops are about connecting you with unique local artisans who are as passionate about teaching you their craft as you are curious about their creative process. Our artisans’ offer a balance of techniques whilst encouraging you to explore, discover, and integrate your own creative ability and talent.
Workshops are offered at a general skills level, but the skies the limit once you have your new cleverness! Participation is capped to allow for a more intimate mentoring experience.
Learn the Art of Creation is our way of encouraging you to take time from your busy week and connect with like-minded folk, make friendships and learn something new while enjoying a creative outlet. We hope you discover your inner artist when booking one of our workshops.
Still Life Workshop: "Beyond the Bowl of Fruit: Techniques and Trade Secrets."
with Helen Evans
Duration: Full Day
Skill Level: Beginners to Intermediate
Still-life is often misunderstood as a dry and pedestrian genre, but it holds endless potential for creativity. This workshop will show you just how captivating still-life can be and reveal the creative alchemy of acrylic paint in the process.
Known for her openness and generosity in sharing her vast knowledge, Helen is dedicated to equipping you with the tools to bring ease and confidence to your art practice. She doesn't hold back on artistic trade secrets!
During the workshop, Helen will demystify key aspects of painting still life, composition, value, colour, and technique. She’ll guide you through selecting a subject and designing a dynamic composition, all the way to creating a finished piece. You’ll also explore the diverse techniques Helen employs to create your own expressive still life.
You can expect to work on at least one still-life painting from start to finish, with plenty of opportunities for hands-on learning. Helen will offer practical demos, pro strategies, and personal mentoring to help you develop your unique approach to still life.
All materials supplied.
Bring/buy lunch and water to drink.
No experience required.
When: Saturday 13th September , 2025
Where: Stevens Street Gallery
Time: 9.30 am – 3.00pm
Cost: $1750pp
Loose Luscious Florals Workshop
with Helen Evans
Duration: Full Day
Skill Level: Beginners to experienced painters
Join artist Helen Evans for a vibrant, hands-on workshop exploring the art of loose, expressive floral painting.
In this inspiring session, participants will learn how to create gorgeous floral artworks using acrylics, with a focus on rich colour, lush texture, and abundant layering. Using fresh flowers as a starting point, Helen will guide students through her intuitive process—sharing inventive techniques that bring florals to life on the canvas.
Helen’s teaching style is generous, transparent, and packed with practical knowledge. Throughout the day, she will provide step-by-step demonstrations, one-on-one guidance, and a wealth of insight into her personal painting approach, all while encouraging participants to discover and develop their own creative voice.
This workshop is ideal for beginners and experienced painters alike—anyone looking to loosen up, gain confidence, and supercharge their painting practice.
What’s included:
All materials provided (including fresh flowers and image references)
Live demonstrations
Individual support and feedback
When: Sunday 14th September, 2025
Where: Stevens Street Gallery
Time: 9.30 am – 3.00pm
Cost: $1750pp
Art Academy - 9-16 years
with Daina McCauley
Enrolments are now open for students to enrol in our 2025 after school art program! We are excited to offer this opportunity to encourage young people in the community when it comes to creativity and art exploration. Students will enjoy guided tours of different mediums and techniques that they can then develop and evolve into their own unique expression. These classes will be held on Thursday afternoons during school term from 4pm - 5.30pm where teacher Daina McCauley will demonstrate to students different mediums and techniques to create masterpieces of their own. Throughout the term as a group, students will work in pencil, paint, pen, collage, print making, mixed media and sculptural mediums such a playdoh (which we use as paint!). We will cover techniques involved in capturing still life, portraits, animals and much more, exploring contemporary artists from all over the world.
Daina’s art classes are designed to create a fun space for kids to explore their creativity and imaginations. Daina loves to allow children to lead the way when it comes to their art, without too much overt instruction, helping with techniques and skills when required… but allowing them the space to explore and experiment, to find their own unique artistic expression. Students will come away with strong foundations and techniques, whilst ensuring they feel supported to experiment as much as possible. This is where the magic happens.
When: Thursday afternoon’s 4.00pm-5.30pm during school terms
TERM 2 Thursday 24th April to 26th June
Where: Stevens Street Gallery
Time: 4.00-5.30pm
Cost: $300 per term (10 weeks)
