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Enrolments are open for the following classes: 
 

To enrol click Book Now for enrolment form.

Painting with Acrylics and Oils
Tutor: Roger Key

5 weeks commencing Wednesday 22nd November    

6.30 - 9pm

Cost $110

Age Suitability: While this is an adults drawing class I’m happy to have students high school age and older enrol if the parent/guardian is confident they are mature enough to attend.

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Class Description:

Choosing your own subject, media and style, you will create paintings from your own reference, photograph or imagination.  The tutor will be able to assist in all aspects of your work to help you achieve your individual goals in whatever direction you wish to take things.  This is a relaxed and friendly environment and suitable for any level of knowledge from complete beginner to experienced.

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What to bring

Whatever painting media and materials you wish to work with.  
If you’re unsure, feel free to contact me prior to the start of the class - rogkey@gmail.com

Creative Drawing Ideas
Tutor: Roger Key

5 weeks commencing 23rd November 2023

6.30 - 9pm

Cost $110

Age Suitability: While this is an adults drawing class I’m happy to have students high school age and older enrol if the parent/guardian is confident they are mature enough to attend.

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Class Description:

This class is all about discovering how you can approach your drawings in new ways.  As a starting point we will look at the ideas that have been used by some different art movements to take a fresh look at how you can think about and express your subjects from different perspectives.  This will really broaden your ability to conceive diversely about your drawing and open up many more possibilities.  You will choose your own preferred subject and media to work with so you'll have plenty of freedom to create in your own way! 

 

What to bring

Whatever drawing media and materials you wish to work with.  Some materials will be supplied.


If you’re unsure, feel free to contact me prior to the start of the class - rogkey@gmail.com

Learn to Draw - 1 day class
Tutor:Roger Key

Sunday 3rd December 2023

10am - 4pm

Cost $75

Age Suitability: While this is an adults drawing class I’m happy to have students high school age and older enrol if the parent/guardian is confident they are mature enough to attend.

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Class Description:

Drawing realistically is the vital foundation for painting and any other creative media you wish to use.  Whether a complete beginner or experienced, this one day class will demonstrate techniques that will transform your drawing abilities and confidence, in a relaxed and friendly encironment.  Come and discover that drawing is something we can all do and what a difference it will make to what you can achieve in any media you use! 

 

What to bring

All you need to bring is A4 or A3 drawing pad/paper. H pencil, pencil sharpener or knife.  All other materials will be supplied.


If you’re unsure, feel free to contact me prior to the start of the class - rogkey@gmail.com

Creativity for Kids      Ages 9 - 12 years 
Tutor: Melissa Burtenshaw

8 weeks commencing Mondays starting 9th October 2023

3.45 - 5.15pm

Cost $150

Age Suitability: Ages 9-12

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Class Description:

In this class we are focussing on the process of art making. We will be exploring a variety of mediums such as drawing, paintin, collage, illustrations and more.  Different subjects will allow us to develop our artistic skills as we pursue our artistic skills as we pursue our artistic journey.

All materials supplied

Creativity for Kids      Ages 6 - 9 years 
Tutor: Melissa Burtenshaw

8 weeks commencing

Tuesdays starting 10th October 2023

3.45 - 5.15pm

Cost $150

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Age Suitability: Ages 6-9

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Class Description:

In this class we are focussing on the process of art making. We will be exploring a variety of mediums such as drawing, paintin, collage, illustrations and more.  Different subjects will allow us to develop our artistic skills as we pursue our artistic skills as we pursue our artistic journey.

All materials supplied

Creativity for Kids      Ages 6 - 9 years 
Tutor: Melissa Burtenshaw

8 Weeks commencing 

Wednesdays starting 11th October 2023

3.45 - 5.15pm

Cost $150

Age Suitability: Ages 6-9

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Class Description:

In this class we are focussing on the process of art making. We will be exploring a variety of mediums such as drawing, paintin, collage, illustrations and more.  Different subjects will allow us to develop our artistic skills as we pursue our artistic skills as we pursue our artistic journey.

All materials supplied

Textile Art

Classes for 2023 

Age Suitability: 

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Class Description:

An opportunity to learn a new technique in hand embroidery, fabric manipulation, slow stitching or dye / print your own unique piece of fabric.  Our experienced tutors, Clare Smith, and Sue Swann will be joined by some other local tutors this year.  for information on the classes available - click on the link.

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If you are interested in other classes.styles, please send an expression of interest' to huttartsociety@xtra.co.nz

Intermediate Pottery Class
Tutor: Chris Parkin

8 weeks commencing

Tuesday 10th October 2023

6 - 8pm

Cost $275

Age Suitability: 

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Come and make a tea pot and play with glazes.
BYO clay - bring clay that fires at 1140c and either has no grog or a very fine grog.  Firing fees are additional.
Intended participants: if you have completed the beginners throwing class and are able to throw at least 500g vessel. This class is aimed at those who would like to expand their skill set.
The skills we will cover will be used to make a tea pot, including throwing narrow necked vessels, throwing lids and pots with galleries and making handles.

 

Watercolour Classes 2023
- Beginners, Intermediate and Experienced (Adults or high school age 16+)

Dates to be advised
$200 per 5 week term

Age Suitability: 

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Class Description:

Tutor, Jacky Pearson invites you to a term of watercolour painting at the Hutt Art Centre. Jacky is an experienced international tutor and watercolour artist.  A variety of subjects are included for each lesson with Jacky supplying the reference material. Lessons include step by step demonstrations and individual help.

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Please email Jacky direct to book: jacky@jackypearson.co.nz

Website: www.jackypearson.co.nz

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Porcelain Painting/Decorating Classes
  -  Term 3  2023 

To be advised

Age Suitability: 

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Class Description:

Beginners and those looking for an interested and fun art form. 

Come and join an enthusiastic group of painters who want to pass on their knowledge and skills.  

Porcelain painting gives you scope to achieve modern or heirloom pieces onto porcelain. Once you have mastered the basics, porcelain pieces of differing shapes are your canvas.

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Term 3 -     17 July to 18 September (10 Weeks)

$30 a class – First 6 weeks paints & mediums will be provided - except for porcelain pieces.First term all products and firing will be provided – except for porcelain pieces 

Classes will be either Monday or Wednesday 1- 4pm depending on numbers.

Please email Monica Martin direct to book:  monicabarry2017@gmail.com

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