Art Classes Sydney

Life Drawing on Saturday MORNINGS in Marrickville with fantastic models

WELCOME IN 2026 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- We're back up and running our weekly Saturday life drawing sessions Join us each Saturday for Drawn Together - Sydney life drawing group for a dynamic and inspiring life drawing session in Marrickville. Whether you are a seasoned artist or a beginner, this event offers the perfect opportunity to have fun practicing figure drawing a in a supportive and creative environment. Go to our [booking page](https://www.scratchartspace.com/book/#!/Saturday-MORNING-Life-Drawing-Untutored/p/221095835) to see who we have booked to model. Immerse yourself in a morning of creativity and artistry as you sketch, draw, and bring your ideas to life. Connect with fellow art enthusiasts, exchange techniques, and explore the world of life drawing. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your skills, unleash your creativity, and be part of a vibrant community dedicated to creating and perfecting our art. Book online [here](https://www.scratchartspace.com/book/#!/Saturday-MORNING-Life-Drawing-Untutored/p/221095835).

💥 Weekly Krav Maga - Fitness, Focus & Real-World Self-Defence (1st Class Free)

**Want to feel safer walking home at night?** Or perhaps when travelling overseas on your own? Or you just want to **protect your loved ones**? And all that while you get fit - in a space of respect, growth and good friendships. Then this is your place. And yes - we hit pads (and it rocks). But this is more than that. This is a space to push limits, build discipline, and grow stronger - inside and out. At the dojo, we train to face the challenges life throws at us. We build not just technique, but **character, focus and confidence**. And a quiet kind of strength that carries into everyday life. Whether you're here to feel safer, get fitter, or reconnect with your own power - this is for you. 🕖 **When**: Tuesdays, 7:30 - 8:30 PM (Arrive early - once class starts, doors may close) 📍 **Where**: Granville Place (email to book your free session) 💰 **Cost**: First class is free. $10 per session after, with flexible subscription options. 💪 **Fitness Level**: All levels welcome - just bring your will to grow. **What to bring**: * Comfortable sports clothes * Water bottle & towel (optional) * An open mind and a good attitude ***Why Krav Maga?*** Krav Maga is a self-defence system rooted in simplicity and real-world effectiveness. But it’s more than that. You’ll build awareness, fitness, and the kind of self-respect that comes from doing hard things consistently. It’s also an art form - one that’s practical, powerful, and even beautiful in the way it shapes who you become. ***Who's your instructor?*** Carles is in love with martial arts and has over 25 years of experience in this craft - including more than 7 years of teaching Krav Maga and Capoeira both to adults and kids. He has fought in competitions and achieved different belts and accreditations in his journey. Including the Krav Maga G1 rank (the long way) and enduring 21 days of mental and physical excruciation at a gym, to become a certified Krav Maga instructor. He brings not just skill, but heart, discipline, and deep care for every student’s journey. 👉 **First class is free - come try it out.** **Email** hello@icanmakeit.org to book. (We don’t monitor Meetup chat.) 📸 **Photos, Videos & Testimonials**: [icanmakeit.org/photos-videos](https://icanmakeit.org/photos-videos) [icanmakeit.org/testimonials](https://icanmakeit.org/testimonials) 📄 More Info: [icanmakeit.org/dojo](https://icanmakeit.org/dojo)

DENISON STREET NEWTOWN

Painting Creative Art Experience

**Painting Creative Art Experience** Join us for a fun and relaxing in-person workshop where you'll explore the power of painting to unlock your creativity and promote healing. No experience needed—just bring your open mind and let your imagination flow! Step into a calm, welcoming space where you can slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself through colour and creative expression. This is a gentle, guided painting experience designed to support emotional release, relaxation, and creative flow—no art experience needed. You don’t need to be “good at art.” You just need to come as you are. Through intuitive painting and reflective creative exercises, you’ll be invited to explore your inner world in a safe and supportive environment. This is a space to let go of pressure, quiet the mind, and reconnect with your natural creativity. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, creatively blocked, or simply needing time to rest and reset, this workshop offers a pause from everyday life and a return to yourself. You’ll be gently guided by **Louisa Chan**, an artist and art therapist who integrates creativity, emotional wellbeing, and healing practices into her work. Expect a relaxed, nurturing atmosphere, soft guidance, and a sense of freedom to express what words often cannot. **In this workshop you will:** * Explore painting as a tool for emotional expression and release * Experience a calm, supportive creative space * Reconnect with your imagination and inner world * Let go of perfection and create freely * Leave feeling more grounded, lighter, and creatively refreshed No experience needed. All materials are provided. Come as you are—leave with colour, calm, and something meaningful you created from within.

Nauti Sketch Club: Life Drawing

Welcome to our Nauti Sketch Club! Our creative community hub and warehouse workspace in Forest Lodge/Glebe hosts monthly life drawing nights, complete with an optional workshop. Takes place **Fortnightly on Wednesdays from 7 to 9pm.** **[Tickets Sold Here](https://nautistudios.com.au/nauti-studios-event-sydney-glebe/p/sydney-life-drawing-workshop-class)** You don’t need any drawing experience to join us—everyone is welcome! Gather your friends, sit back, and enjoy drinks and snacks (BYO) while you spend the evening drawing the nude human figure from a professional live model. Feel free to bring your preferred drawing materials, or you can use the selection of drawing supplies provided by Nauti Sketch Club. **Tickets are:** **$20** per person. **$15** for students/pensioners. **+$10** for the optional early drawing class which starts at **6pm** As a social enterprise, every life drawing night you attend contributes to environmental sustainability and promotes equality. **[Tickets Sold Here](https://nautistudios.com.au/nauti-studios-event-sydney-glebe/p/pass-pause-play)**

Free Outdoor Boxing Class — Carlingford

Welcome to another free boxing session! This session is beginner-friendly, but more experienced people are welcome too. **What we’ll do:** * Warm-up * Basic boxing technique * Footwork and movement drills * Pad work * Light boxing-based games (if time allows) * Cool-down **What to bring:** * Water * Sweat towel * Comfortable training clothes * Your own boxing gloves if you have them For pad work, please bring your own boxing gloves. We don’t provide shared gloves for hygiene reasons. If you don’t have gloves yet, you’re still welcome — you can join the non-contact drills, shadowboxing, footwork, and fitness parts of the session. **Important:** No sparring. This is a relaxed, beginner-friendly technique and fitness session. We’ll meet at Murray Farm Reserve. When you arrive, look for the boxing pads/straps. **Weather note:** This is an outdoor session, so if it’s raining or the ground is too wet, I’ll message attendees with an update the day before. If needed, we’ll either move to a nearby covered spot or reschedule. Spaces are limited, so if your plans change, please update your RSVP to allow someone else to join.

COVE DELI MANLY

Gnocchi Cooking Class & lunch together

# Gnocchi Cooking Class – Learn the Art of Homemade Gnocchi Have you always wanted to make authentic Italian gnocchi from scratch? Join us for a relaxed and social Sunday morning where you'll learn step by step how to prepare soft, delicious homemade gnocchi using traditional Italian techniques. Whether you're a complete beginner or already love cooking, this class is designed to be fun, hands-on and welcoming. ### What you'll enjoy • Learn how to make authentic potato gnocchi from scratch • Discover traditional Italian techniques and practical tips • Cook together in a small, friendly group • Enjoy a delicious lunch made with the gnocchi you've prepared • Drinks will be available throughout the experience • Meet new people and share a unique community experience ### Event Details Sunday, 23 August 2026 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bay View, Mosman (full address provided after booking) Spots are limited to keep the class personal and interactive. We can't wait to cook, laugh and share this experience with you. **Book your ticket now!** https://events.humanitix.com/gnocchi-cooking-class-q7a9p65y/tickets

Master The ART OF MACRO - 4 hr Workshop - Booking with Link Below

THE ART OF MACRO INVESTMENT $185 - 4 HRS SMALL GROUP TUITION Do you have a fascination with all things small and wonderful? You have a passion for photography and are looking to develop entry into the exciting world of Macro. Our 4-hr expert tuition class though the Royal Botanical Gardens will see you create images which are really larger than life. Book this $185 class with the link below. [http://theapertureclub.com.au/art-of-macro-sydney-photoworkshop/](http://theapertureclub.com.au/art-of-macro-sydney-photoworkshop/) Whether you are beginning your journey with macro or want to gain further knowledge in this area, The Art of Macro will motivate and inspire you to a new level. This intensive workshop is designed for all levels of photography. YOU WILL LEARN * Macro explained - understand the difference between macro and close up photography. * Magnification - understand depth ratios and life size measurements. * Equipment - learn what lenses and macro accessories are available and how to use them. * Lighting -explore macro lighting techniques with the use of reflectors, shapers and diffusers. Learn how to work with harsh sunlight and shadows. * Light ­- learn and practise how various natural light (directional, diffused and backlit) will impact your subject. * Camera Settings – master hand on techniques in manual and semi-manual modes including depth of field variability * Composition - look at common mistakes made in composing a photo.

THE JUNKYARD LONDONDERRY

Margaret Olley: Australian Intimiste 2026

**Margaret Olley: Australian Intimiste 2026** So, Margaret Olley. *(I simply lost my words.)* Let's let Margaret's art whisper to us. As one of Australia's most beloved painters and a National Art School alum, Olley's legacy comes alive in this exhibition — bringing together over sixty of her works alongside pieces by her NAS friends, teachers and peers. It has to be shared with our art lovers. Let's experience Margaret Olley: Australian Intimiste at the National Art School Gallery, and explore the historic Darlinghurst Gaol setting that houses it. **A huge thanks to our curator Katrina, who has generously offered to guide us on a private art tour.** **A little touch of history:** The word *Intimism* comes from the French ***Intimisme***, meaning "the art of intimacy." It celebrates the beauty of home--to paintings and drawings of quiet domestic scenes---familiar spaces, and everyday life, proving that the most profound stories are often found in the simplest moments. Intimism reminds us that art doesn't always shout—it often whispers. **A few links for those interested in Intimism:** * [https://www.tate.org.uk/art/art-terms/i/intimism](https://www.tate.org.uk/art/art-terms/i/intimism) * [https://miguelcamarena.com/blogs/news/intimism-art-movement-overview-history-and-key-works?srsltid=AfmBOopqtvqfZAn3iKiQSPGMQbCDf7qJ07q8By-9BVfRv3AsnFRj0Bpu](https://miguelcamarena.com/blogs/news/intimism-art-movement-overview-history-and-key-works?srsltid=AfmBOopqtvqfZAn3iKiQSPGMQbCDf7qJ07q8By-9BVfRv3AsnFRj0Bpu) **Itinerary:** **11:30 am –Crew Coffee & Conversation** **Venue: Cafe NAS** We'll gather, introduce ourselves and meet fellow members before beginning our gallery experience.Enjoy a relaxed coffee and casual conversation before exploring the Gallery. **12:15 pm – Margaret Olley: Australian Intimiste (Free Admission)** Discover Margaret Olley's six-decade career through the lens of intimisme — her interiors, floral arrangements, antiques and domestic objects — alongside works by Jean Bellette, Russell Drysdale, Tony Tuckson and other NAS contemporaries, plus Sir William Dobell's 1948 Archibald-winning portrait of Olley. Take your time exploring the exhibition, discussing favourite artworks and sharing different perspectives with fellow members. No ticket required — admission is free. **1:15 pm – Foodies & Arties Delight** **Venue:** **The Rusty Rabbit** We'll gather over lunch to share our favourite discoveries from the morning, exchange ideas, and enjoy good food and even better conversations. **2:15 pm – Continue Exploring** After lunch, we are free to enjoy the Gallery at their own pace. You may wish to: * Revisit the exhibition and favourite artworks * Explore the historic NAS Gallery building (former A-Wing cell block of Darlinghurst Gaol) * Browse the accompanying exhibition publication * Continue conversations with fellow members There is no rush, we love unhurried wandering. **3:30 pm – Event Concludes** **What to Bring** * A bottle of water * Comfortable walking shoes * A camera or phone (where photography is permitted) * Your curiosity and love of art **Dress Code:** Feeling Artistic **Please Note** * **AAA Art Lovers Australia event is FREE to join.** * Admission to Margaret Olley: Australian Intimiste is free — no ticket required. * Participants are responsible for their own coffee, lunch and any personal purchases. * Please arrive at least 10 minutes early to allow time for introductions. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP as soon as possible. * Everyone is welcome — no art background is required, only curiosity, respect and a willingness to enjoy art together. **Terms & Conditions** By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that: * Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. * Members are responsible for their own transport, meals and personal expenses. * The organiser accepts no responsibility for any loss, damage or injury during the event. * Please respect Gallery staff, artworks, venue rules and fellow visitors. * Photography is permitted only where authorised by the Gallery. * The itinerary may be adjusted if required due to operational or unforeseen circumstances. * By participating in this event, you accept these Terms & Conditions.

Coffee & Collage

#### Coffee & Collage is a relaxed 1.5-hour self-guided analogue collage experience designed to help you slow down, reconnect with your creativity and enjoy some time away from the digital world. Surrounded by vintage chairs, shelves of second-hand books and the warm atmosphere Ampersand Cafe & Bookstore is known for, the session is designed to get your creative flow happening, without rules. Intentionally small so you can feel comfortable coming on your own, meet new people and simply enjoy being present. Only 6 spots per session. All materials included: Collage kit + scissors + glue. [Book your spot](https://www.theinspiredwithin.com/shop/p/coffee-collage)