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Term Classes - Adults

Adult classes are 10 week courses unless otherwise specified, one day per week and materials are required as shown in the course details.

TERM 3 BOOKINGS WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM TUESDAY 23 MAY 2023 at 12pm.

To book and pay on line, please ensure that you have registered your details. Once you are registered, you can log in at any time to book and pay on line. Enrolments must be completed on line.   If you do not wish to pay online, you can pay in person. Enrolment alone does not guarantee a space in the class until payment has been made.

Please note that a $10 administration fee will be charged if you would like a staff member to do the enrolment for you. Payment must be made on site via Eftpos.

Bookings cannot be made on the day the class begins.

Please read the Terms & Conditions or contact the Education Coordinator (education@lakehousearts.org.nz) for further information.

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  • STAY HOME IF SICK AND NOTIFY LAKE HOUSE MANAGEMENT
  • YOU MAY CONTINUE TO WEAR A MASK IF YOU WISH TO

​We Also recommend-

  • HAND SANITISING BEFORE ENTERING A ROOM, WHILST IN THE BUILDING AND WHEN LEAVING

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The Art of Wood Burning (Pyrography) with Natanahira Pona (5 week blocks)

Join Natanahira Pona in exploring new avenues of art with pyrographic techniques – the free handed art of decorating wood with controlled application of burn marks from a heated object such as a poker. With the guidance of Mātauranga to create your whakapapa, you will create original work reflecting your personal history. Good drawing skills required. Both 5 week blocks offer the same content. ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED  $230/$215 ( LH Member)

Thursday, 20 Jul - 17 Aug
6pm - 8pm

7 Spaces Available

Thursday, 24 Aug - 21 Sep
6pm - 8pm

7 Spaces Available

Sketching the Human Head with Mark Whippy

This course will introduce you to the head drawing methods of Frank Riley, Andrew Loomis and John Asaro. Through this you will learn to see the head in shapes and planes for doing portrait paintings and drawings and learn how to accurately see proportions and where to accurately place the features on the face. Extra videos and notes will accompany the course. We will learn to draw with charcoal pencil to use it as a brush, to draw in a painterly style, By the end you will be able to capture portraits with confidence, speed and efficiency. $260/$240 (LH Member) MATERIALS REQUIRED: charcoal pencils, kneadable eraser, A2 drawing board. 

Sunday, 23 Jul - 24 Sep
3pm - 5pm

8 Spaces Available

Drawing for Beginners with Chloe Lam

Learn the fundamentals of drawing, from materials to techniques. Compos e , measure, proportion, shade, blend, mark and enjoy growing your drawing skills t hrough projects and a collaborative environment . See your creativity and confidence develop in to  a strong foundation in drawing and be ready to keep exploring the world of art.   * Each term, this class is designed to provide appropriate content for returning students, ensuring that they can continue to learn and grow in their artistic abilities with material that builds upon their prior knowledge and skills* MATERIALS REQUIRED: A3 sketch pad, 2B and 6B pencils, eraser and colour pencils.    $260/$240 (LH Member)

Thursday, 20 Jul - 21 Sep
12.30pm - 2.30pm

9 Spaces Available

Life Drawing with Rachael Burke (5 week blocks)

This experimental, spontaneous and engaging course allows you to explore the human form in all its permutations. Teaching methodologies focus on creative spontaneity and free expression, encouraging students to connect with the energy of the subject in a non-analytical way. This often entails working at speed to disengage with the intellect and our tendency to anticipate an outcome. This approach results in dynamic, energetic, unbounded drawings. The course is broken into two - 5 week blocks. The first block covers mark-making, gestural and contour drawing, tonality and form, negative space, forshortening and portraiture, and is ideal for beginners. The second block is less-structured and more self-driven. Students will look at a number of contemporary artists as a source of developmental exploration of their drawing practice. Returning students are welcomed to sign up for either 5 week block. MATERIALS REQUIRED: MATERIALS REQUIRED: A2/A1 sketch pad white + black/gray or brown (individual sheets are also fine). Bulldog clip; Selection of pencils: HB, B, 2B, 4B, 6B. Compressed charcoal sticks; Soft pastels (white,gray, brown); Putty eraser. Vivid or sharpie + red, blue, black ball-point pen. Long sticks from the garden. Acrylic Ink or watercolor (black) - Please bring 3 small jars as we will make up 3 different tones of ink. Reasonable quality paper to absorb ink, (wet strength cartridge paper is good. The heavier gsm the better) - will be used in the last class of the first block. Advanced students feel free to complement with your own preferred materials. $215/$200 (LH Member)

Thursday, 20 Jul - 17 Aug
10am - 12pm

6 Spaces Available

Thursday, 24 Aug - 21 Sep
10am - 12pm

8 Spaces Available

Mixed Media Portraiture with Rachael Burke

Students will traverse art history by looking at the collages of Hanah Hoch, the portraiture of Pablo Picasso & Frida Kahlo, and contemporary artists Wangechi Mutu, Elizabeth Peyton and Marlene Dumas. Students will start drawing, using a photograph, either found or personal, as a means of conceptual investigation. Students will bring 2 - 3 photos of their choice, making a variety of works over the term. Individual portraits, family portraits (including pets) are ideal, or do a mixed media work of an icon - you as the artist can choose. Photographs that include objects or are situated inside a room or in nature are ideal as they add layers of complexity, enhancing the use of multiple mediums.  $260/$240 (LH Member) MATERIALS REQUIRED: Selection of pencils: HB, B, 2B, 4B, 6B. Eraser. 2 - 3 portrait photographs of your choice (found photos or from your personal archive - preferably with objects/situated in a room or outside). Acrylic Ink (Paynes Grey and Sepia Tone). Soft tip watercolor brushes small/medium/large. Acrylic paint (selection of your choice - including primary colors). Small/ medium/ large round and square bristle brushes. Sketch pad (A3) for preliminary drawings. Watercolour paper pad for acrylic ink experimentation (A4) (between 230-300gsm). Watercolour paper (A2) for final 3 works (300 gsm if possible) * can buy individual sheets or a pad if more economical. Vivid pens or sharpies of your choice. Magazines or books you are willing to cut up (tutor will provide some found photographic imagery). Glue for sticking collage (modge podge, Golden soft gel medium or paper glue)

Thursday, 20 Jul - 21 Sep
1pm - 3pm

11 Spaces Available

Sketch & Play with Watercolour with Michelle Male (6 weeks)

Come and join this exciting class with an exciting medium -  watercolour.  Let’s get started with the importance of drawing, composition, value, colour, wash methods, glazes, wet in wet, brushstrokes textures and lots more. Learn how to make your colour sing! Develop lots of sketching techniques to produce your own watercolour travel sketches full of energy and let’s paint from the heart. For beginners and intermediate level. * Each term, this class is designed to provide appropriate content for returning students, ensuring that they can continue to learn and grow in their artistic abilities with material that builds upon their prior knowledge and skills* MATERIALS REQUIRED: Water container, spray bottle, sponge, flat palette or plate, watercolours; ultramarine, alizarin, raw sienna, burnt sienna, lemon or cadmium yellow (or any you have), brushes; small watercolour brush and half inch flat, paper suitable for watercolour e.g, Fabriano, mixed media pad or pad suitable for light washes, pencil, notepad, masking fluid, masking tape, kitchen roll.    $210/$190 (LH Member)

Tuesday, 18 Jul - 22 Aug
12.30pm - 3pm

5 Spaces Available

Wednesday, 19 Jul - 23 Aug
9.30pm - 12pm

7 Spaces Available

Everybody Can Paint with Verity Kindleysides

This course is designed for both the novice and experienced painter wanting a safe and encouraging studio space and those beginning their visual journey. The course looks at the basics such as setting up, types of materials, painting styles, composition and techniques. We encourage water  -  based mediums such as acrylics for ease of use and clean up. You can choose to work from your own photographs or still life objects.      MATERIALS REQUIRED: A3 size canvas boards or canvas stretchers, sketchbook, a selection of paints (include primary colours), round and square bristle brushes. In the first instance just something to get you started! We will talk more about materials in the first session.   If using oil paints, please bring sunflower or vegetable oil for cleaning, not turpentine. $260/$240(LH Member)

Tuesday, 18 Jul - 19 Sep
9.30am - 12pm

9 Spaces Available

Friday Acrylics with Michelle Male (6 Weeks)

Come and join Michelle for a 6 week taster of acrylic painting. Let’s explore texture, colour, brush strokes and how to start a painting. Improve your skills with lots of demos on the way and let's discover the heart and soul of painting.   Beginners and intermediate painters welcome. * Each term, this class is designed to provide appropriate content for returning students, ensuring that they can continue to learn and grow in their artistic abilities with material that builds upon their prior knowledge and skills* MATERIALS REQUIRED:  Recommended Acrylic paints; primary yellow, white and black (Warehouse Stationery Chromacryl )  or similar from Gordon Harris or other art shop s ( not 2 dollar shop) , burnt sienna, yellow ochre, ultramarine blue. phthalo blue, cadmium red, alizarin crimson .  If unsure bring what you have to first lesson.  Minimum red , yellow , blue , white and black .    Ideal brushes – flat small size 10, large size 18, round size 8 and fan brush plus any other brushes you have. 300gsm paper or similar, A4 sketch pad, pencil, kitchen roll, baking paper, A4 plastic container with lid – yellow kitchen cloth – we will be using a wet palette technique to preserve your acrylics, sponge and small spray bottle. $210/$190 (LH Member)  

Friday, 21 Jul - 25 Aug
10am - 12.30pm

7 Spaces Available

Te Ao Mātauranga Māori with Natanahira Pona

Each class introduces tauira (students) to the Mātauranga (Science of) aspects of Te Ao Māori (The Māori World).  You will get to create your own artistic personalised Diary with English and Te Reo phrases and Toi (art) you can create in class and at home.  This will become a personalised Taonga (Treasure) that you bring your own culture and level of artistic expression to. Each Term will introduce new insights and aspects so your pukapuka can grow throughout the year.    Students will receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of each Term.  $250/$225 (LH Member) MATERIALS REQUIRED: Materials Notebook (personal choice – this will become your Matauranga Pukapuka – Science Diary), pen, pencil, coloured pencils, ruler. 

Wednesday, 19 Jul - 20 Sep
6pm - 8.30pm

8 Spaces Available

Acoustic Guitar for Adults with Peter Grahame

Adult guitar explores guitar playing with theory, technique and practice. This process includes chords, scales, soloing, strumming, finger picking, composition, learning new songs and developing the individual's personal style. Music charts and reference material are given each week and the group's dynamic is fun and supportive.  The Adult group is inclusive of all guitar abilities, from novice beginners to capable musicians, everybody learns something.  * Each term, this class is designed to provide appropriate content for returning students, ensuring that they can continue to learn and grow in their artistic abilities with material that builds upon their prior knowledge and skills* STUDENTS NEED TO BRING THEIR OWN ACOUSTIC GUITAR  $300/$250 (LH Member)

Wednesday, 19 Jul - 20 Sep
6pm - 7pm

3 Spaces Available

Thursday, 20 Jul - 21 Sep
6pm - 7pm

3 Spaces Available

Beginner's Panel Carving with Natanahira Pona (5 week blocks)

Learn about different types of wood and their qualities, Māori patterns, carving tools and how to carve a beautiful wooden panel by a Master Carver. Wood panels inclusive of course fee. Both five week blocks offer the same content. Up to $150 additional cost for tools (chisel, mallet, backboard & tool box) will be required in the first session and this can be purchased through the tutor. These tools/materials will belong to the student and will continue to be used by the student if classes cannot continue on site.    $295/$265 (LH Member)    

Sunday, 23 Jul - 20 Aug
12pm - 3pm

7 Spaces Available

Sunday, 27 Aug - 24 Sep
12pm - 3pm

7 Spaces Available

Introduction to Wheel Throwing with Susan Browne (6 week blocks)

This introductory course  to Pottery Wheel Throwing is for beginners. The same topics, techniques and projects will be covered in both 6 week blocks.  Students will be taught the basics of throwing pots on the electric wheel. Techniques covered, include  wedging, centering , throwing, trimming and glazing.  Both six week blocks offer the same content. Students will be supported in making several pieces on the pottery wheel.     MATERIALS REQUIRED: We recommend purchasing clay and glazes from CCG Industries https://www.ccg.co.nz/. Suggested throwing clay; Clay Works Cone 6 White Clay. Glazes can be duscussed with the tutor. Kiln firing included in price. $200/$180 (LH Member)

Thursday, 20 Jul - 24 Aug
7pm - 9pm

2 Spaces Available

Thursday, 31 Aug - 5 Oct
7pm - 9pm

7 Spaces Available

Ceramic Sculpture with Susan Browne

A class for the more experienced practitioner who wants to hone skills and develop further.      MATERIALS REQUIRED: We recommend purchasing clay and glazes from CCG Industries https://www.ccg.co.nz/ . Kiln firing included in price. $330/$305(LH Member)

Tuesday, 18 Jul - 19 Sep
10am - 12.30pm

10 Spaces Available

Ceramics for All Levels with Susan Browne

Explore the wonderful world of ceramics in this beginners/intermediate class. Beginners will learn hand building; create a slab vase, a coiled bowl, a pressed mould piece and a pinch pot sculpture. Glazing and decorating will also be taught to support you in making your own ceramic pieces. Intermediate students will be guided by the tutor.  MATERIALS REQUIRED: We recommend purchasing clay and glazes from CCG Industries https://www.ccg.co.nz/ . Beginners are recommended to purchase a White Stoneware clay and discuss glazes with the tutor. Kiln firing is included in the price.   $330/$305(LH Member)

Wednesday, 19 Jul - 20 Sep
7pm - 9.30pm

10 Spaces Available

Thursday Ceramics with Susan Browne

Explore the wonderful world of ceramics in this beginner's/intermediate class. Beginner’s will learn hand building; create a slab vase, a coiled bowl, a pressed mould piece and a pinch pot sculpture. Glazing and decorating will also be taught to support you in making your own ceramic pieces. Intermediate students will be guided by the tutor.  MATERIALS REQUIRED: We recommend purchasing clay and glazes from CCG Industries https://www.ccg.co.nz/. Beginners are recommended to purchase a White Stoneware clay and discuss glazes with the tutor. Kiln firing is included in the price.   $330/$305 (LH Member)

Thursday, 20 Jul - 21 Sep
1.30pm - 4pm

8 Spaces Available