Beginner's Watercolour Class
Sunday 06 April
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Jaime Hoe
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.
You will learn fundamental watercolour techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of art.
Everyday Still Life
Sunday 04 May
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Jaime Hoe
Do you have a favourite teacup, a well-loved book, a thriving plant, or a cherished musical instrument? This workshop encourages you to paint objects that hold meaning for you. In this introductory workshop, learn to capture small details and express yourself through line and wash techniques!
Foliage and Nature Painting
Saturday 17 May
East Melbourne - 10:30am - 3 Hours
Mark Cheung
Join us for our Foliage and Nature Painting workshop, where you will learn how to create stunning watercolor paintings inspired by the beauty of nature. Discover the secrets of capturing the colors and textures of foliage and plants, and learn how to use watercolor techniques to create stunning effects. Don't miss this opportunity to unleash your creativity and create your own beautiful works of art! Book now.
Urban Sketching with Watercolours
Saturday 31 May
East Melbourne - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Mark Cheung
Join us for an exciting Urban Sketching with Watercolours meetup. Get ready to explore the cityscape with your sketchbook and watercolours in hand. Unleash your creativity and capture the vibrant energy of urban life on paper. All skill levels are welcome. Limited spots available, so secure your place now!
Winter Flora on Cards
Sunday 01 June
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Jaime Hoe
Feeling crafty? Design beautiful winter-themed greeting cards featuring delicate sprigs of holly, snowberries, and evergreen leaves. This introductory workshop explores blending and layering techniques to create soft, muted tones inspired by the calm beauty of winter flora.
Beginner's Watercolour Class
Saturday 14 June
East Melbourne - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Mark Cheung
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.
You will learn fundamental watercolour techniques: Dry on wet, wet on wet and watercolour wash.
Memories in Monochrome
Sunday 29 June
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Jaime Hoe
Embark on a nostalgic journey by creating a painting inspired by a cherished memory, a beloved person, or a special season. This unique introductory workshop uses a limited palette of tones, teaching you how to create depth and emotion with subtle variations.
Sunset Magic or Twilight Dreams
Sunday 27 July
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Jaime Hoe
Love the sky's fiery colours at sunset or the calming hues of twilight? This workshop focuses on blending colours to capture those beautiful transitions. Perfect for beginners, you'll learn how to mix and blend watercolours to create stunning skyscapes.
Collage and Watercolour: Mixed Media Play
Sunday 24 August
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Jaime Hoe
Explore layering torn paper, textures, and watercolour to create dynamic compositions. Combining printed materials, handmade textures, and paint for unique storytelling.
Discover Your Watercolour Art Style
Sunday 21 September
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Jaime Hoe
A guided exploration of different watercolour styles (loose, impressionistic, detailed, abstract).
Hands-on exercises to find what resonates with you.
Back to Basics: Watercolour Foundations
Sunday 19 October
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Jaime Hoe
A beginner-friendly session covering washes, wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, and brush control.
Essential techniques to build confidence in handling watercolours.
Botanical Charcoal & Wash
Sunday 16 November
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Jaime Hoe
A fusion of expressive charcoal marks with delicate watercolour washes.
Study leaves, flowers, and natural forms to create organic compositions.
Gouache & Watercolour: Playing with Opacity
Sunday 14 December
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Jaime Hoe
Understand how gouache and watercolour interact for bold or soft effects.
Experiment with layering techniques and colour mixing to add dimension.
Urban Sketch
Saturday 29 March
East Melbourne VIC 3002 - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Mark Cheung
This meet-up is for people who are interested in sketching urban scenes by using a pen (mostly fountain pen or calligraphic pens)
Learn how to draw perspective drawing with a pen to capture what you see surrounding the urban scene.
Botanicals by Ink
Saturday 10 May
East Melbourne - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Mark Cheung
Explore the beauty of nature through ink drawing in this creative art meetup. Whether you're a beginner or experienced artist, you'll learn techniques to capture the delicate details of plants and flowers using ink. Join us for a relaxing and inspiring session as we explore botanical illustrations in a supportive environment! All skill levels welcome.
Sketching Flora & Foliage
Saturday 24 May
East Melbourne - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Mark Cheung
In this workshop, we will explore the art of drawing plants and flowers.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of drawing various plants and flowers.
You will have the opportunity to put your new skills into practice and create your own beautiful plant and flower artwork. Our instructor will also provide feedback and guidance along the way, helping you to refine your skills and develop your own unique style.
Drawing for Beginners
Saturday 07 June
Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Mark Cheung
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.
We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.
Perfect for complete beginners.
Perspective Drawing
Saturday 21 June
Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Mark Cheung
Perspective drawing is a technique used in art to create the illusion of depth and three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional surface
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating depth and dimension in your drawings through the use of perspective.
Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of perspective.
Perfect for complete beginners.
Urban Sketch
Saturday 29 March
East Melbourne VIC 3002 - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Mark Cheung
This meet-up is for people who are interested in sketching urban scenes by using a pen (mostly fountain pen or calligraphic pens)
Learn how to draw perspective drawing with a pen to capture what you see surrounding the urban scene.
Design Your Own Chic Basket Class
Saturday 05 April
Vermont South - 10am - 3 Hours
Minh Thuy Truc Pham
Immerse yourself in the art of crochet at our engaging and approachable beginner-friendly class, where you'll delve into crafting beautiful and functional baskets. Whether you're envisioning a charming addition to your home decor or a convenient storage solution, our class offers a delightful journey of creation. With expert guidance, you'll master essential crochet techniques and unleash your creativity to explore a myriad of textures. Join our welcoming community and discover the joy of transforming yarn into stylish and practical pieces tailored to your unique style and needs.
WWC Walk with Camera
Saturday 05 April
Northcote, Victoria - 10am - 2 Hours
Jodie Grillmeier
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape 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.
Opening Strategies for Beginners
Saturday 05 April
Fitzroy North - 3pm - 2 Hours
Akash Srivaths
Join our beginners' chess class and master essential opening strategies to kickstart your game with confidence. Learn the fundamental principles and tactics that set the foundation for a strong opening, giving you an early advantage over your opponents. Perfect for newcomers, this class will help you develop a solid strategy right from the first move.
Beginner's Knitting Class
Sunday 06 April
Vermont South - 10am - 3 Hours
Minh Thuy Truc Pham
Ready to dive into the world of cozy knits and endless creativity? Whether you're a newbie who's never picked up a pair of needles or a seasoned knitter looking to learn new techniques, this class is for YOU! Join us for a relaxing and fun-filled session where you'll master the basics of casting on, knitting, purling, and even creating your first handmade masterpiece. Imagine the joy of wearing your own comfy scarf or gifting a personalized creation to a loved one! With plenty of laughs, warm drinks, and friendly guidance, this class will have you hooked on knitting in no time. Let's stitch together some magic!
Carlton Gardens - Mini Photo Session
Sunday 13 April
Carlton 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.
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Chess Tactics 101
Saturday 19 April
Fitzroy North - 3pm - 2 Hours
Akash Srivaths
Join us for Chess Tactics 101, a beginner-friendly meetup where you'll learn essential tactical patterns like pins, forks, and discovered attacks. Sharpen your skills, play practice games, and level up your strategy in a fun, interactive session!
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 20 April
Northcote, Victoria - 10am - 3 Hours
Jodie Grillmeier
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Mastering Corner-to-Corner Crochet A Comprehensive Class
Sunday 20 April
Vermont South - 10am - 3 Hours
Minh Thuy Truc Pham
Immerse yourself in the artistry of crocheting with our Corner to Corner C2C Crochet event! Explore a unique and innovative approach as you craft patterns or images diagonally, guided by a graph. Elevate your skills by mastering graph reading techniques, and learn to manipulate stitches, increase, decrease, and play with colors to bring your creations to life. Don't miss out on this creative journey in crocheting!
Using Light & Shadow in Photography
Sunday 27 April
Northcote, Victoria - 10am - 2 Hours
Jodie Grillmeier
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.
Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!
In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
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
Sunday 27 April
Vermont South - 10am - 3 Hours
Minh Thuy Truc Pham
Perfect for those who've already done our popular Beginners Class! Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small, cute creatures. You will learn the basics of Amigurumi and start on an easy amigurumi heart project during the class.All our classes include crochet materials and instruction as well as a non-alcoholic drink during the class.
Basic Checkmates
Saturday 03 May
Fitzroy North - 3pm - 2 Hours
Akash Srivaths
Join us for Basic Checkmates, a beginner-friendly session covering essential checkmating patterns like the ladder mate, back-rank mate, and smothered mate. Learn key techniques to finish games with confidence and sharpen your tactical play!
