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Short Courses - 2026 Term 1
We offer a fabulous array of short courses from a selection of some of Australia's best artists. Click the image to find out more & book through the Trybookings website.
Short Course: The Art of the Pencil.
Mondays 1.30pm-3.30pm.
2 Feb to 28 Feb 2026
Roger Clarke
Roger Clarke (long time BAS member) introduces The Art of the Pencil. In this four week program we learn how create highly realistic drawings and get good portrait likeness. How fine detail can add realism. You will work at your own pace on subjects of your choice such as still life, landscape and portraits as you add interesting pencil techniques to your work.
Class day and time – Monday 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Dates: 2/2, 9/2, 16/2 and 23/2
This class will not run on the public holidays.
Short Course - 2 Feb to 28 Feb 2026
Location:
Brighton Art Society
Bayside’s Arts & Cultural Centre, 32 Wilson Street, Brighton Victoria 3186
Roger Clarke (long time BAS member) introduces The Art of the Pencil. In this four week program we learn how create highly realistic drawings and get good portrait likeness. How fine detail can add realism. You will work at your own pace on subjects of your choice such as still life, landscape and portraits as you add interesting pencil techniques to your work.
Class day and time – Monday 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Dates: 2/2, 9/2, 16/2 and 23/2
This class will not run on the public holidays.
Short Course - 2 Feb to 28 Feb 2026
Location:
Brighton Art Society
Bayside’s Arts & Cultural Centre, 32 Wilson Street, Brighton Victoria 3186
Short Course: The Art of the Pencil.
Sat 10.00am-12.30pm.
7 Feb to 28 Feb 2026
Roger Clarke
Drawing in pencil. Roger Clarke (long time BAS member) introduces The Art of the Pencil. In this four week program we learn how create highly realistic drawings and get good portrait likeness. How fine detail can add realism. You will work at your own pace on subjects of your choice such as still life, landscape and portraits as you add interesting pencil techniques to your work.
Class day and time – Saturday 10.00am to 12.30pm
Saturday 7/2, 14/2, 21/2, & 28/2
Saturday 7 Feb to 28 Feb 2026
Location:
Brighton Art Society Inc
Bayside’s Arts & Cultural Centre, Level 1, 32 Wilson Street, Brighton Victoria 3186
Drawing in pencil. Roger Clarke (long time BAS member) introduces The Art of the Pencil. In this four week program we learn how create highly realistic drawings and get good portrait likeness. How fine detail can add realism. You will work at your own pace on subjects of your choice such as still life, landscape and portraits as you add interesting pencil techniques to your work.
Class day and time – Saturday 10.00am to 12.30pm
Saturday 7/2, 14/2, 21/2, & 28/2
Saturday 7 Feb to 28 Feb 2026
Location:
Brighton Art Society Inc
Bayside’s Arts & Cultural Centre, Level 1, 32 Wilson Street, Brighton Victoria 3186
Short Course: Fabric Painting
Mon 1.30-3.30pm
Fri 30 January to Thurs 2 April
Meg Abrecht
Join our inspiring art sessions where you will design and paint fabric to produce stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces that can be turned into objects of art.
Explore exciting mixed media techniques, including:
Stencils and sprays for base patterns
Overlays of blooms and organic designs
Let your creativity shine - your own designs are encouraged!
No experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome. Come and discover the joy of creating beautiful, wearable, or displayable fabric art! Please not there is no sewing in this class.
Tuition fees are non refundable $110 Member; $135 Visitors
Class day and time - Mon 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Friday 30 January to Thursday 2 April
Location:
Brighton Art Society Inc
1st Floor, Old Brighton Town Hall, Wilson Street, Brighton Victoria 3186
Join our inspiring art sessions where you will design and paint fabric to produce stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces that can be turned into objects of art.
Explore exciting mixed media techniques, including:
Stencils and sprays for base patterns
Overlays of blooms and organic designs
Let your creativity shine - your own designs are encouraged!
No experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome. Come and discover the joy of creating beautiful, wearable, or displayable fabric art! Please not there is no sewing in this class.
Tuition fees are non refundable $110 Member; $135 Visitors
Class day and time - Mon 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Friday 30 January to Thursday 2 April
Location:
Brighton Art Society Inc
1st Floor, Old Brighton Town Hall, Wilson Street, Brighton Victoria 3186
Exploring Soft Pastel.
Saturday 14, 21 & 28 March
9.30am-12.00pm
Linda Finch
Course Name: Exploring Soft Pastel
Course Description:
3-Week Exploring the Velvety Medium of Soft Pastels with Linda Finch
Explore the vibrant world of soft pastel painting in this 3-week course with experienced artist and tutor Linda Finch. Designed for beginners and experienced painters alike, the course focuses on building confidence, developing technique, and encouraging creativity in a relaxed, supportive environment.
What You’ll Learn
Pastel techniques for colour, tone, and texture.
Composition and layering methods.
Working confidently with your own creative style.
About Linda:
Linda is a Master Pastelist (PSVA-MP), Fellow of the Australian Guild of Realist Artists, and has exhibited widely. She has over ten years’ experience on the Pastel Society of Victoria committee and teaches at Manningham Arts Centre and Camberwell Community Centre.
Course Name: Exploring Soft Pastel
Course Description:
3-Week Exploring the Velvety Medium of Soft Pastels with Linda Finch
Explore the vibrant world of soft pastel painting in this 3-week course with experienced artist and tutor Linda Finch. Designed for beginners and experienced painters alike, the course focuses on building confidence, developing technique, and encouraging creativity in a relaxed, supportive environment.
What You’ll Learn
Pastel techniques for colour, tone, and texture.
Composition and layering methods.
Working confidently with your own creative style.
About Linda:
Linda is a Master Pastelist (PSVA-MP), Fellow of the Australian Guild of Realist Artists, and has exhibited widely. She has over ten years’ experience on the Pastel Society of Victoria committee and teaches at Manningham Arts Centre and Camberwell Community Centre.
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