Nature-inspired creative studio for collage, drawing, and slow art practice

Slow down, reconnect, and rediscover the joy of creating.

In our busy lives, it can be easy to lose touch with ourselves, with nature, with one another, and with the simple pleasure of making. These gentle, hands-on sessions offer an invitation to pause, breathe, notice, and reconnect with the creativity that lives within each of us. 

Through collage, drawing, painting, printmaking, and nature-based making, we explore the beauty of the world around us and within us. There is no right way and no need for experience. This is a space for curiosity rather than perfection, for play rather than pressure, and for exploration rather than judgement. 

Together, we slow down, share stories, enjoy a cup of tea, gather inspiration from the changing seasons, and rediscover the creative spirit that often waits quietly beneath the busyness of everyday life. 

Our facilitator, Oil Lamp, acts as a gentle guide and fellow explorer, holding a welcoming space where participants can create, connect, and learn from one another. A variety of materials and creative invitations will be offered throughout the five weeks, allowing each person to follow their own curiosity and creative rhythm.  No artistic experience is needed. Just bring yourself, your curiosity, and a willingness to play. 

Course Overview:

Wk 1 Photo media collage: Explore inner landscapes through image and intuition, creating a sanctuary or dreamscape

Wk 2 Still Life Studio: Draw and paint form life, getting comfy with techniques and materials

Wk 3 Abstract Acrylics: Explore colour, gesture, and movement in abstract art

Wk 4 Natures craft: Collect and gather elements form the natural world, weave them into a creation that reflects your connection to the earth, and capture the beauty of the process and outcome through photography

Wk 5 Mono Print Magic: Transfer designs onto a tote bag, homewares or give your old clothes a new spin

Where and When:

Fridays, August 13th to Sept 11th

Time: 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Location: Burnley Backyard (49 Tudor St, Richmond, 3121)

Cost:

• *Funded Fee: $115
• **Concession Fee: $95
• Full Fee: $225

*To be eligible for an ACFE funded place in the course you must be an Australian, a New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident. You can also be eligible if you're an asylum seeker in specified visa categories, referred by a Jobs Victoria Employment Network provider.

**Concession price is available for pension, healthcare and Veteran’s Gold card holders.

Learn Local Funding:

Our Learn Local courses are friendly and welcoming, with highly capable and professional tutors who love sharing their expertise and knowledge with you.

These Learn Local courses enable you to develop your skills in a wide range of areas, opening up employment and further education possibilities, and helping you to better connect with your community.

These courses are partially funded by ACFE, Adult and Community Further Education , meaning we can provide excellent training at a reduced cost to you.