This course is for the absolute beginner who wishes to gain an insight into the world of art using acrylics. The tutor will advise members at the beginning of the course what to bring to class. Friday

The tutor manages this group. Members provide all their own requisites and work on their own projects offering assistance, encouragement and ideas to other members if requested. Members are able to work in the medium of their choice. Tuesday

The tutor manages this group of enthusiastic artists who meet to share ideas and skills, but work independently to create their own compositions in the medium of their choice. It is important that new members have reasonable painting skills as there is no formal tuition. Members provide their own canvases, brushes, paints etc. Monday

In the course members work with a variety of medium including acrylic paints, pastels, crayons and chalk. An opportunity to develop cr8tive skills to make your artwork POP, so come with an open mind and a sense of humour. A list of initial materials required is available from Reception on enrolment. Friday

This class is designed for those with little or no experience. Pen and ink wash are the central themes. Members are given the opportunity to learn a variety of different techniques when working with ink, with the possibility of introducing additional mediums. This course is a 2 term (one semester) course commencing in term 1 and term 3. Having completed the course members have the option of progressing to the Pen Plus Intermediate course. At a cost of $25 all materials required for this course are provided by the tutor. Wednesday

The class is designed as a continuation of the Pen Plus Beginners course. Pen and ink washes are the central themes but additional mediums are introduced e.g. coloured inks, charcoal, and coloured paper. Students are encouraged to experiment and share ideas. This class is a continuing one and as students become more experienced and proficient it is expected they will become more self-directed in choosing subject and medium. Materials required are the same as those required for the beginners course. Some materials such as coloured inks are provided and any further requirements would be discussed in class where the tutor might be able to organise a bulk buy. Wednesday

Pencil Allsorts is a "working together" group who enjoy working with a great variety of pencils including - lead, graphite, charcoal,coloured and watercolour and inktense, which allow for some very interesting artwork and a lot of fun. Members provide their own requisites and work on self-directed projects, supporting and encouraging one another. Wednesday

This class is for those with no experience and introduces members to basic drawing and shading techniques. There is a costs of $25 for requisites which are provided by the tutor and will be sufficient for the whole one year course. Enrolment in this course other than at the beginning of the year is difficult unless the applicant has some basic skills. Wednesday

This class is for those with no experience and introduces members to basic drawing and shading techniques. Members require a sketch Pad (Quill brand recommended), a set of good drawing pencils, pencil sharpener soft eraser and ruler. Wednesday

This is a self-tutored group of members who are experienced in this medium. The members work on their individual projects, provide all their own requisites and support and encourage each other as they continue their skill development. Wednesday

This class is for those with some experience. When requested the tutor works with individuals to give advice and help with improving their drawing and shading techniques. Members require a sketch pad (Quill brand recommended), a set of good drawing pencils, pencil sharpener, soft eraser and ruler. Friday

The tutor manages this group and at times arranges guest artists to talk to the group. Generally members work on their own individual projects using the medium of their choice. They provide all their own requisites and support and encourage each other as they share skills and continue their own skill development. Occasionally the tutor may lead the group in a particular project. Thursday

This course welcomes both beginners and people with some watercolour experience. Tuition and demos in basic techniques will be provided as required. These include basic watercolour techniques such as colour wheels and colour mixing, brushes and brush strokes and watercolour washes. These techniques will be applied to a range of topics which may include skies, sunsets, water, boats, flowers, trees , land and seascapes, figures, birds and animals. Layering, negative painting, collage and use of mixed media and textures will be covered. Experienced members can work on their own individual projects and the tutor will give advice and assist members to develop further skills as required. Members provide their own art materials. A list of suitable materials and where to buy them is available from Reception and the tutor is available for advice on purchases. The tutor will provide notes and resource material for sessions as required. The course is held in Studio 2 BICAC. Wednesday