The Glass Room Gallery · Eltham
A place to explore. A little room to grow.
Drawing and painting classes at The White Barn Studio in the beautiful grounds of Montsalvat. Beginners and experienced artists are welcome.
Weekly studio classes
Bring your own ideas and develop them with individual guidance, from the first marks to the finished work. Explore colour mixing, light and shadow, oils and other painting mediums, brush techniques and drawing fundamentals.
Monday · 9:30am–12:30pm
Tuesday · 10:00am–12:30pm
Saturday · 10:00am–1:00pm
Class fees
Time for your art
$450 · eight 3-hour classes
$400 · eight 2.5-hour classes
Blocks are used over two terms, allowing flexibility if you miss a class. New students may join when places are available. Please contact Mary to confirm the current timetable and availability before booking.
Learn to see
Fundamentals of Drawing
An eight-week course exploring line and tone, simple and complex shapes, perspective and composition. Build confidence in observational drawing and develop a finished drawing from concept to completion.
Tuesday · 10:00am–12:30pm
Eight weeks · $400
A materials list is supplied on enrolment.
Extra time in the studio
Sunday studio sessions
Continue a current painting or begin a new creative project with individual guidance in a relaxed, supportive setting.
10:00am–1:00pm · $60
Dates to be advised. Contact Mary for upcoming sessions.
One-day workshop
An Introduction to Illustration
Explore how an idea becomes a finished series of images for children’s books, greeting cards and visual storytelling. Work with concept development, drawing, composition, visual metaphor and reference material, including keeping a character consistent across scenes.
Sunday 29 November · 10:00am–4:00pm · $160
All paints, morning and afternoon tea supplied. Bring lunch or visit the Montsalvat café. A list of other materials is provided on enquiry. A minimum of four participants is required.
Please confirm the workshop date and availability with Mary before making arrangements.
Your visit
The White Barn Studio
Montsalvat
7 Hillcrest Avenue, Eltham VIC 3095
Gift vouchers are available for classes. Contact Mary to arrange one.