Independent Classes

Dive into the world of art and creativity with our independent partners today!

Book a class today and learn a new skill for life

At Lake House Arts, we proudly collaborate with a diverse group of talented individuals and organizations who hire our studios to offer a variety of classes, art groups, and art therapy services. These independent partners bring their unique expertise and creativity to our vibrant community.

Explore the offerings below to discover the exciting classes and services available. For more details and to book a class, please contact the instructors directly using the information provided, as bookings cannot be made through the Lake House Arts booking system.

If you would like to join our community of independent tutors offering classes at Lake House please get in touch.

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Reiki-Infused Sound Bath Journey

A Restorative Evening of Sound, Reiki, and Quantum Healing Allow yourself to be immersed by the beautiful tones of the crystal singing bowls, enhanced with...

$30.00

Ten Feet Tall Drama Classes

Creative, confidence-building drama workshops for Year 1–8 students. Through themed days full of acting, games, storytelling, and group performance, kids build speaking and performing skills...

$65.00

Creative Matters – September School Holidays

Inspiring, hands-on art workshops for kids aged 5–13, designed to spark creativity and confidence. Run by experienced educators and artists in a calm, supportive environment....

$88.00

Travel Sketching for Beginners

Travel sketching is that quick impression sketched in minutes. We take you through an 8-week programme right from the first steps to becoming...

$595.00

Abstract Painting with James Lawrence

Join artist James Lawrence for an engaging 5-week block designed for those interested in abstract art and mastering the fundamentals of acrylic painting....

$170.00

ArtVenture with Chloe Jeong

After-school children's art classes, ArtVenture, are waiting for your kids. Along with various art activities, they will learn about different cultures from around...

$280.00

Minhwa – Korean Folk Painting

This relaxed class explores traditional Korean painting and Asian painting techniques, which use Korean pigment, traditional paper(Hanji), silk, and traditional Korean brushes....

$220.00

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By joining our membership community you will get access to a range of exclusive benefits including discounts on all our arts, culture and heritage programmes while contributing to the well being of this historic house.

Our Other Classes

We offer various types of art classes in different mediums with qualified tutors who can help you and your children learn the techniques and explore the craft.

14 Spaces Available

Beginner’s Panel Carving with Natanahira Pona (5 wk blocks)

Sunday 12 Oct – 9 Nov | 12 - 3pm

Sunday 16 Nov – 14 Dec | 12 - 3pm

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....

$300.00

12 Spaces Available

(For Adults) Painting Elements with Gavin Jones at Ellerslie Arts Venue

Wednesday 8 Oct – 10 Dec | 10am - 12.30pm

Painting Elements is an exploration of painting (and drawing) for students of all levels of experience. Starting with a range of drawing exercises designed to...

$285.00

7 Spaces Available

Pottery Wheel Throwing with Jack Cathro

Tuesday 7 Oct – 9 Dec | 7 - 9pm

This course is for a mix of beginners and intermediate students. Beginners will be taught how to centre, throw, turn and glaze in the production...

$360.00

5 Spaces Available

Pottery Wheel Throwing with Rosemary Dowler

Thursday 9 Oct – 11 Dec | 7 - 9pm

This course is for a mix of beginners and intermediate students. Beginners will be taught how to centre, throw, turn and glaze in the production...

$360.00

11 Spaces Available

Ceramics for All Levels with Susan Browne

Wednesday 8 Oct – 10 Dec | 7 - 9.30pm

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...

$360.00

11 Spaces Available

Ceramic Sculpture with Susan Browne

Tuesday 7 Oct – 9 Dec | 10:00 - 12.30pm

A class for intermediate or experienced practitioners who want to hone skills and develop further. ...

$360.00

12 Spaces Available

Digital Illustration & Painting with Navid Masoudnia

Tuesday 7 Oct – 9 Dec | 6:00pm - 7.30pm

Immerse yourself in the art of digital illustration with a comprehensive course for beginners or those with experience. Whether you're familiar with Procreate or prefer...

$220.00

11 Spaces Available

Wednesday Acrylics with Michelle Male

Wednesday 8 Oct – 10 Dec| 12.30 - 3pm

Are you an enthusiastic painter eager to ignite your creativity? Or perhaps you're a budding artist ready to dive into a new artistic...

$285.00

12 Spaces Available

Monday Watercolour with Sue Mansour 8-12 yrs

Monday 6 Oct – 15 Dec | 6-7.30pm

In this course, kids will explore the wonderful world of watercolors through exciting and creative projects. Each session introduces a new painting theme while teaching...

$250.00

22 Spaces Available

Comic Illustration with Darian Serrano 7-11 yrs

Monday 6 Oct - 15 Dec 4.30 - 6pm

Wednesday 8 Oct - 10 Dec 4.30 - 6pm

Join this fun and engaging class to explore the basics of character drawing and cartooning, doodling, visual perspectives, colour application, illustration and storytelling. Through exciting...

$250.00

7 Spaces Available

Panel Carving with Nat Pona 11+ yrs

Tuesday 7 Oct – 9 Dec | 4 – 6pm

Learn about different types of wood and their qualities, Māori patterns and how to draw them and how to use carving tools from a Master...

$280.00

7 Spaces Available

The Art of Wood Burning (Pyrography) with Natanahira Pona 11-16 yrs

Thursday 9 Oct– 11 Dec | 4 – 5.30pm

Join Natanahira Pona in exploring new avenues of art with pyrographic techniques – free handed art of decorating wood with controlled application of burn marks...

$265.00

12 Spaces Available

Acrylic Adventures with Sue Mansoor 8-12 yrs

Monday 6 Oct – 15 Dec | 4 - 5.30pm

Designed for young artists, this vibrant class introduces the basics of acrylic painting through fun and engaging projects. Explore colour mixing, brush techniques and composition...

$250.00

12 Spaces Available

Create Zone with Trina Smith 6-11 yrs

Tuesday 7 Oct – 9 Dec | 4 – 5.30pm

Trina's classes are fun, vibrant and busy. A place where young children learn to make, create and do all things arty and crafty. Developing fine...

$250.00

15 Spaces Available

Advanced Illustration Techniques for Teens with Navid Masoudnia 12-18 yrs

Monday 6 Oct – 15 Dec | 6.30 – 8pm

Learn to breathe the illusion of life into your favourite cartoon creations. Give them the gestures and expressions that make you believe they have personality,...

$250.00

8 Spaces Available

Kids’ Acoustic Guitar with Peter Grahame 8-16yrs

Tuesday 7 Oct – 9 Dec | 4.30 - 5.30pm

Thursday 9 Oct– 11 Dec | 4.30 - 5.30pm

Kids' guitar explores guitar playing with technique, theory and practice for mixed abilities. This process includes, chords, scales, soloing, strumming, finger picking, composition, learning new...

$300.00

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