Children & Teen Classes
Junior & Young Artists
Our Junior and Young Artists classes introduce children to the joy of art through colour, texture, and imagination.
Students explore painting, drawing, sculpture, collage and mixed media while developing coordination, observation, and confidence in their creative expression.
Art Basics for Kids
Perfect for children aged 5–10, Art Basics introduces young artists to drawing, painting, clay, printmaking, collage and mixed media through fun, creative projects. Register your interest now and we’ll let you know as soon as Term 4 enrolments open.
Monday
5.00 - 6.00pm
5th October - 30th November
Junior Artist Studio
Thursday
4.30pm - 6.00pm
Saturday
9.00am - 10.30am
8th October - 26th November
10th October - 5th December
Young Artists Studio
The Young Artists Studio nurtures growing independence and curiosity as students explore more complex artistic ideas. Each term, students complete a curated drawing and painting project, along with a complementary project in another medium such as clay, printmaking or collage. Working on three structured projects each term, we help young artists build focus, develop their individual creativity, and gain a deeper understanding of how artists think and work.
Tuesday
4.30pm - 6.00pm
Saturday
1.30pm - 3.00pm
6th October - 1st December
10th October - 5th December
Teen Programs & Advanced Artists
Students build strong foundations in traditional and contemporary art while exploring personal expression and experimentation. Working across pencil, charcoal, acrylic, printmaking, and mixed media, they study portraiture, still life, figure, and landscape. Projects are linked to key artists and movements, fostering confidence, focus, and an appreciation for art as both discipline and creative practice.
Foundations in Art for Young Teens
In our Young Teen Foundations course, students will embark on an exciting journey into the world of art. Using a variety of artistic media, including pencil, charcoal, acrylic paint, printmaking, and mixed media they’ll create hands-on projects that introduce essential art techniques and concepts. Along the way, students will explore influential artists and art movements while developing critical thinking and observation skills. This foundational course builds both skill and confidence, paving the way for more advanced Teen courses.
Saturday
11.00am - 1.00pm
10th October - 5th December
Teen Drawing & Painting
The Teen Drawing & Painting studio helps students build strong foundations in both traditional and contemporary art practices. Students develop realist skills in observational drawing and painting, while also exploring elements of experimentation, expressionism, and contemporary process. Working across a range of media including pencil, charcoal, acrylic, printmaking, and mixed media students study portraiture, still life, figures and landscapes to gain a balanced understanding of technique and composition.
Wednesday
5.00pm - 7.00pm
Saturday
11.00am - 1.00pm
7th October - 25th November
10th October - 5th December
Open Studio for Advanced Teens
The Open Studio for Advanced Teens offers a dynamic environment for young artists ready to pursue their own creative direction with professional guidance.
Led by two specialist tutors, one focusing on illustrative and character design-based techniques and the other on formal drawing and painting practices, students work independently while receiving tailored feedback and demonstrations.
Saturday
3.30pm - 5.30pm
10th October - 5th December
Spring School Holiday Programs
Date Night
Join us for Date Night, a warm and welcoming adult & child workshop where you and your young artist can enjoy making something beautiful side-by-side. Each month features a fresh creative theme, sometimes inspired by a well-known artist, sometimes by animals, landscapes, or stories. Every session is hands-on, playful, and designed so both adults and children can enjoy the process equally. You’ll explore colour, form, and imagination through simple guided steps, with plenty of room for personal expression. Parents and children can create individual artworks or combine ideas into a shared piece. No experience is needed, just curiosity, a willingness to slow down, and a desire to make something memorable together.
Curious Koi Fish
Dive into colour and movement as you paint vibrant koi fish beneath the rippling water…
Saturday
6.30pm - 8.00pm
29th August
Monet Water Lilies
Explore Monet’s dreamy garden scenes with expressive brushstrokes & soft colour…
Saturday
6.30pm - 8.00pm
19th September
Ken Done Summer Landscapes
Create a vibrant Australian summer scene using bold colour and playful, expressive shapes…
Saturday
6.30pm - 8.00pm
28th November
Private Tutoring
Private Tutoring is appropriate for students who need direct guidance with their work. At the Melbourne Studio of Art we believe that true progress in the capacity to draw, paint and sculpt happens over extended periods of study and practice. However, we understand that at times people may not be able to attend regular classes and require one on one guidance.