Art and craft classes for children

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September Class Timetable

September Class Timetable

Red Tree studio is committed to bringing an interest in and love of art and crafts to children.
Our classes teach techniques that may be used independently at home - watch as your child's creativity grows!

We use recycled/reused/reclaimed materials wherever possible and have chosen a carbon neutral venue.

Classes are held in the Lower Merri Room at CERES Community Environment Park, corner of Roberts and Stewart Streets, Brunswick East.

Cost: Early birds $38 per class (book by September 7) or $43 (book after September 7.)
Book two or more classes and save 10%.

All classes are three hours and all materials are included.

Bring lunch and stay for the day (students supervised and activities provided during one hour break.)

Scroll down the blog to read more information about each scheduled class.

Email redtreestudio@fastmail.com.au or call Victoria on 0405340722 to make a booking.




27.8.10

Geta Trinket Boxes and Fabric Pendants

Tuesday September 21 (Week 1)
9.30am-12.30pm

For ages 5-12

Geta are the Japanese wooden shoes that look a bit like thongs. Go wild and use paper, paint, sequins. glitter, beads, mirrors and ribbons to decorate a pair of papier mache lidded boxes in the form of geta.

Create a gorgeous pendant to wear yourself or give as a gift. Use fabric and markers to create a round mounted pendant. Hang your pendant on your choice of a choker wire or chain.

Mini Canvas with Easel

Tuesday September 21 (Week 1)
1.30pm-4.30pm

For ages 5-12

Create a series of three mini rectangular canvas using drawing, painting, stamping and collage techniques. Take home a mini wooden easel to display your work.

Early finishers will also create a set of magnets made from their drawings.

Pin Boards

Wednesday September 22 (Week 1)
9.30am-12.30pm

For Ages 7-12

Use fabric paint, stencils and markers to create unique fabric to make your own pin board with storage pockets. Be inspired by a Marimekko fabrics and contemporary Australian designers. Your design could incorporate patterns/drawings and/or text.

You will also design and make a series of hand-drawn fabric covered push pins to use on your board.

Kokeshi (Japanese Wooden Dolls) and Origami Wall Hangings

Wednesday September 22 (Week 1)
1.30pm-4.30pm

For ages 5-12

Back by popular demand!!!

Kokeshi are traditional Japanese wooden dolls. Look at and touch real Kokeshi from Japan and discover the painting techniques used to create them. Make your own kimono girl, ninja or samurai using a wooden form, painting techniques and Japanese chiyogami paper.

Make a beautiful origami wall hanging bringing together origami, beads, metallic thread and bells.

Giant Puppets

Thursday September 23 (Week 1)
9.30am-12.30pm

For ages 5-12

Use cardboard, fabric and a huge variety of materials to make a giant handheld puppet - great for play and as a display piece.

Portraits

Thursday September 23 (Week 1)
1.30pm-4.30pm

For ages 5-12

Create a highly patterned self portrait using paint markers in the style of artist Gustav Klimt.

Make an ornate frame using texture rubbings to complete your masterpiece!

Little Characters

Friday September 24 (Week 1)
9.30am-12.30pm

For ages 5-12

Use air drying clay and construction materials to create a cast of characters (be they realistic or from your imagination - think monsters, aliens, fairies, pirates, wizards, animals, people, etc.) You will also create an environment to display or play with your characters.

Decorative Box and Journal Cover

Friday September 24 (Week 1)
1.30pm-4.30pm

For ages 5-12

Use paint, paper, card, felt, fabric and other embellishments to create a decorative box (great for display and storage of your treasures) using collage techniques.
Create a journal, sketchbook or photo album cover using the same materials!

Pet Portraits and Sculptures

Monday September 27 (Week 2)
9.30am-12.30pm

For ages 5-12

Bring a picture or photo of your pet or favourite animal and draw a portrait in dry and oil pastel. You will create an ornate frame using texture rubbings to complete your portrait.

You will also use air drying paper clay and construction materials to create a sculpture of your pet or favourite animal.

Wall Art

Monday September 27 (Week 2)
1.30pm-4.30pm

For ages 5-12

Use paint, glue, fabric, markers and card on a stretched canvas to create wall art for your room.

Miniature Dolls

Tuesday September 28 (Week 2)
9.30am-12.30pm

For ages 5-12

Use fabric, yarn, buttons, paint, ribbon, cardboard and other embellishments to make a set of three small wooden dolls. Dolls from cultures around the world will serve as our inspiration.

Draw a framed 'batik' look picture of your dolls.

Softies

Tuesday September 28 (Week 2)
1.30pm-4.30pm

For ages 7-12

Use fabrics, threads, ribbons, buttons and beads to create cute softies sewn with love. Use a pattern base to decorate or make up your own design to sew and stuff.

Carry Bags and Badges

Wednesday September 29 (Week 2)
9.30am-12.30pm

For ages 5-12

Create your own style...

Use fabric paint, stencils, markers and embroidery to decorate a hemp/cotton carry bag.

Create fabric covered badges to enhance your bag or wear on T-shirts or jackets.

Painted Wooden Sculptures

Wednesday 29 September (Week 2)
1.30pm-4.30pm

For ages 5-12

Use wood offcuts saved and recycled form industry to make a painted wooden sculpture in the style of Alexander Girard. Choose your shapes, sketch your design and then mask and paint your sculpture in a bold graphic style.

4.6.10

Competition

Leave a comment saying what your favourite Red Tree Studio class is and why and go into the draw to win one of three complimentary classes!
COMPETITION ENDS AT 5 PM ON FRIDAY JUNE 11.

Thanks!

Many thanks to everyone who has already made their booking for a class during the program. It's very exciting!
Only three weeks to go and one more week of 'Early Bird' discounts.
Phone or email Victoria to receive a booking form and to reserve your place - classes are filling fast.