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Ink Painting

Introducing both the concept of Chinese traditional ink painting and contemporary ink painting. Click below for more information and course outline

Eileen Song

Eileeen Song came to Darwin from Taiwan in 2016. She likes to be guided by her curiosity to explore the differences of this universe. 

4 weeks

Mosaic

Learn the beauty of constructing mosaic masterpieces with Janie Andrews​
  

Janie

Janie is a painter, textile and mosaic artist with over 30 years of experience. She creates unique artworks through commissions, residencies and for exhibitions.

3 weeks

Calligraphy

Students will learn how to use calligraphy tools and practice writing. All levels of calligraphy are catered for in this class.

Miki

Miki has studied Japanese calligraphy for more than 12 years and holds a master degree in calligraphy.

2 weeks 

Photography Essentials

A comprehensive guide to those new to or re-introducing themselves to photography to help them to understand the fundamental basics of camera use and photographic techniques. A fun combination of theory and field trips for practical experimentation.

Chris

A highly professional and experienced photographer, Chris has taught photography for adult classes since the early 1990s.

4 weeks

Photography advanced

Do you want to push the limits of your photographic experience and knowledge? The advanced course assumes that you will have sound existing experience in photography (Photography Essentials), and wish to get more from your camera and advanced settings.

Chris

A highly professional and experienced photographer, Chris has taught photography for adult classes since the early 1990s.

4 weeks

photography
natural light

This course covers the basics of photographing outdoors using natural daylight and some fill flash for still photography. Students will learn the essentials of subject assessment to determine correct exposure and exposure control and contrast control, using manual settings. 

Chris

A highly professional and experienced photographer, Chris has taught photography for adult classes since the early 1990s.

4 weeks 

Beginners Drawing

In this short, 4 week course of 4 x 3 hour sessions, using the simple, but expressive media of graphite pencil and charcoal on paper, students will discover and develop their own basic drawing skills and understand some of the elements of drawing.

Art tutor

Learn from an award winning and experienced art teacher with many years of teaching art to all ages and levels of students.