What we offer

See also our Indigenous program

Our staff includes professional artists and art therapists who will help you develop your own arts practice through art classes and supported open studios. Term programs change 4 times a year. For current program information please contact us.

Art classes

Each term structured art classes are provided in a variety of art techniques and mediums. These will suit those who want to learn something new, brush up on some skills or who work better in a structured environment.

Open studios

Open studios sessions encourage you to pursue your own personally directed art practice. During this time you can prepare for an art exhibition, develop your ideas or just use the time to relax while making art.

Art therapists

You can make make an appointment to see one of our art therapists if you need extra support or have any issues about your attendance at Reflections.

Art techniques and mediums

Drawing Learn the basics of structural drawing, perspective and composition. Using a variety of techniques and different mediums.

Painting Learn or practise the techniques of colour mixing, painting, space relations, composition and texture in watercolours, acrylics and oils.

Ceramics / Pottery Techniques include hand building, wheel throwing, moulds and casting, surface treatments such as glazes, texture, slips and colours are also worked with. There is a charge for firing work to cover the cost of electricity and glazes.

Print making Classes may be offered for print making processes such as screen, block and mono printing and will include paper preparation and the inking process.

Multimedia and photography The studio has a computer, graphic design programs, a printer and a digital camera. Learn the basics of digital photography, computer enhanced graphics and other print media programs.
Please note: The computer is not for general use (such as personal emails). It is for participants to use for artwork, graphics and art research on the web.

Textiles and fibre art We have a small textiles studio for a variety of textile techniques, including textile printing techniques, transfer printing, fabric dying and fabric manipulation. Stitch, applique and felt making may also be taught in the studio.

Sculpture Basic sculpture techniques which may involve the use of mixed media, recycled and found objects, using plaster for creating reliefs and for carving, paper-mache, mosaic, clay and paper clay. Jewellery may also be offered.

 

 

Creative writing Creative writing classes are offered with the aim to encourage creative writing in poetry and prose styles.

More information about Reflections:

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