Beginners to Intermediate Drawing session
Saturday 13 June
Cafe meeting place is adjacent to Captain Cook's Cottage - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Maureen Carolan-Dalton
At this session, we will cover drawing techniques used in creating volume and composition in creating landscape, seascape, interior or portrait drawing
Beginner's Crochet Class
Sunday 14 June
Church Street area, West Footscray exact address to be sent via email before the event - 10am - 3 Hours
Grace Adeline
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
WWC Walk with Camera - Urban Photography Meetup
Sunday 14 June
Northcote - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Jodie Grillmeier
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture,and abstract.Note This meetup is best suited for those with a basic understanding of photography. If you're just starting out, check out our Beginner's Photography Class.
Note: This meetup is best suited for those with a basic understanding of photography. If you're just starting out, check out our Beginner's Photography Class.
Amigurumi 101 Class
Saturday 20 June
Church Street area, West Footscray exact address to be sent via email before the event - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Grace Adeline
Amigurumi 101: Learn basics to create plushies. Crochet materials provided + tea/coffee.
Note: There will be a friendly kitten at this venue.
Black and White Photography
Saturday 20 June
Fairfield - 10am - 2 Hours
Jodie Grillmeier
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
Fineliner Pen Drawing
Saturday 20 June
East Melbourne VIC 3002 - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Mark Cheung
Join us for a fineliner pen sketching meetup in the park. Please bring your own fineliner pens and a sketchbook or some paper.
Portraits in watercolour, beginners to intermediate
Saturday 20 June
Wellington Parade, East Melbourne - 2pm - 2 Hours
Maureen Carolan-Dalton
At this session, we will sketch a portrait and complete in watercolour
St Kilda Botanic Gardens - Mini Photo Session
Sunday 21 June
St Kilda Botanic Gardens
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.
Oil Painting for Beginners
Sunday 21 June
Mulgrave, VIC - 10am - 2 Hours
Nelus Oana
A beginner-friendly 2-hour oil painting class where you will learn the basics of oil painting in a relaxed, supportive environment. Participants must bring their own materials including oil paints, canvases, food handling gloves, apron, and work clothes. Please see the instructions for full details.
Nature Silhouette, Negative Space & Watercolour Wash
Sunday 28 June
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Jaime Hoe
Learn how to paint striking nature silhouettes using fluid watercolour washes and the power of negative space to create balance, mood, and harmony in your composition.
Note Participants are required to bring their own art materials, as these are not included in the ticket price.
Portrait drawing in watercolour pencil
Tuesday 30 June
Wellington Parade, East Melbourne - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Maureen Carolan-Dalton
In this class, you will explore various drawing techniques, materials, and styles in a supportive and encouraging environment. From understanding basic shapes and lines to shading and perspective, you will learn essential skills that form the foundation of drawing.Led by experienced instructors who are passionate about art, you will receive personalised guidance and feedback tailored to your level of experience. Through hands-on exercises and demonstrations, you will gradually build confidence in your drawing abilities and develop your own unique style.
Draw a portrait in watercolour pencils, or watercolour paints8
Photo Review & Camera Skills: Learn to Critique and Explore Your Images
Saturday 04 July
Northcote Library, Northcote - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Jodie Grillmeier
Come along to this relaxed 3-hour workshop for photographers who know the basics and want to spend time really looking at their images. Photo review: Review and discuss about your images, explore what works and why, and build your confidence in critiquing photos. Camera skills & settings: bring your questions about your own approach and experiment with settings, techniques, and ideas. Group discussion: share thoughts, learn from others, and enjoy a supportive, friendly environment. Bring a few images (digital or printed) and your camera. Small groups mean there's plenty of time for questions, guidance, and hands-on exploration.
