To view other locations, select the relevant region from the drop-down hover menu under "Art Classes" above.

Upcoming classes at Eckersley's Melbourne stores are listed below, or download a PDF of the June to September class calendar here or the October class calendar here. To book for a class, simply call, email or visit the store hosting the class you want to attend.

Please note: Due to the popularity of these events and limits to class sizes, a deposit of 50% is required to secure your place.

Please note: Young children must be accompanied by a guardian. Eckersley’s is not reponsible for the care of children.


Painting Techniques with Acrylics
Come along to learn all about the benefits of painting with Winsor & Newton Artists Acrylics and Mediums. We will provide you with hints, tips and contemporary techniques for working with acrylics.
Free demonstration. Seating not available.

Location	Date	Time
Melbourne	Fri 26 Sep	11am–1pm

Working with Colour
In this workshop, you will learn all about colour mixing, an essential artist’s skill, using Winsor & Newton Designers Gouache. You will also have the chance to experiment with opaque and translucent effects using our range of watercolour mediums.
Cost $40.00. Materials included. Bookings essential. BONUS Series 1 Designers Gouache and colour mixing techniques booklet when you attend.

Location	Date	Time
Prahran	Sat 27 Sep	11am–2pm

Clever Tools For Scrapbooking

Xyron machines are the perfect tools for crafters, and in this demonstration we will show you why! You can apply adhesive to all kinds of objects used in scrapbooking, such as buttons, ribbons and other embellishments, or even learn to laminate or apply magnetic strips for making bookmarks, invitations, photos and myriad other papercraft projects. Our demonstrator will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.

Free demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Prahran	Mon 6 Oct	12pm–2pm

Stretch Your Own Canvas
A must for first-timers and practicing artists alike. Learn tricks of the trade and take home a canvas ready for painting.
Cost $50.00. Materials included. Maximum 8 places – book early to avoid disappointment!

Location	Date	Time
Prahran	Mon 13 Oct	11am–1pm

Modern Pencil Techniques

Experiment with the latest techniques using Derwent pencils. We’ll be working with a range of pencils, including the unique Inktense watercolour pencils on paper and fabric, plus the watersoluble Graphitint and the Tinted Charcoal on paper. Take home a FREE set of Derwent project sheets.

Free demonstration.

Location	Date	Time
Melbourne	Thu 16 Oct	11am–12.30pm

Logan Mat Cutting

Learn step-by-step techniques for using Logan mat cutters. You will be guided through the process of mat cutting, including picking mat colours. You will learn different methods of mounting your favourite artworks and photos to their best advantage.

Cost $50.00. Materials included.

Location	Date	Time
Prahran	Wed 22 Oct	11am–1pm

Elements Of Drawing

This popular workshop will show you how to get the most from a wide range of drawing tools. Elements such as tone, line, texture and use of negative space will be covered, as well as how to choose the best medium for the effect you want to achieve.

Cost $50.00. Materials included. Maximum 12 places – book early to avoid disappointment!

 

Location	Date	Time
Prahran	Sat 25 Oct	11am–1pm