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Membership required
Cost $210 (includes GST)

Date: Friday 2-May-2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 9:00am for 8 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 2
Status: Open

Dry pastels are an easy, smooth transition for those who have been drawing with pencil and charcoal, and are looking to explore the medium in a new dimension of colours! In this class, students will learn: 1) Colour theory: the colour wheels, cultural meanings of colour in different cultures; 2) Experiment with objects on coloured backgrounds; 3) Communicate ideas, symbolic meanings through colour; 4) Composition; 5) Accuracy through construction drawing; 6) Comparison of different styles of constructing a drawing. Previous experience with charcoal drawing is recommended. Material list provided upon enrolment.For the materials list, see receipt upon enrolment..

Membership required
Cost $200 (includes GST)

Date: Friday 2-May-2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 9:30am for 8 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 3
Status: Open (1 place remaining)

Up North, Down South. Look at Western Australia through the eyes of an artist, yours. Rugged landscapes, beautiful scenery, wild waterfalls, wild oceans, peaceful bays. Learn the lovely medium of soft pastels, under the guidance of Western Australian pastel artist Fiona Buchanan. Beginners and those with experience are welcome to this supportive class. Learn to paint with pastels using soft pastels and pastel pencils, on sanded paper. For the materials list, see receipt upon enrolment.

Membership required
Cost $65 (includes GST)

Date: Friday 2-May-2025
Duration: 10 weeks
Time: 9:30am for 10 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 5
Status: Open (2 places remaining)

Cryptic crosswords are crossword puzzles in which each clue is a word puzzle in and of itself. They are particularly popular in the United Kingdom where they originated. If you would like to try this brainy challenge and be mentored along the way, then come along to this club. Remember: research has shown that by keeping the brain active it will remain healthier, delay any early signs of memory loss, and help prevent Alzheimers. Beginners are welcome in this friendly and supportive group

Membership required
Cost $180 (includes GST)

Date: Friday 2-May-2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 12:15pm for 8 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 3
Status: Open (2 places remaining)

Some of the basics of drawing have been established. It is now time to push on and explore your potential. Charcoal drawing is a basic tool for beginning artists. Through use of different coloured, textured papers; the magic of a white charcoal pencil and the kneaded eraser; light and shade; cast shadows; smudging and layering, a more complex image emerges. Come and join a fun, experimental group that loves to chat and draw. Migara Ramanayake will professionally guide us, yet again, to draw what we didn't think we could. For the materials list, see receipt upon enrolment.

Membership required
Cost $250 (includes GST)

Date: Friday 2-May-2025
Duration: 10 weeks
Time: 12:30pm for 10 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 2
Status: Full

This class is for those wanting to explore the many fun techniques of acrylic painting. If you are a complete beginner then let Tania Daymond, a practising artist and art teacher, walk you through the process step by step and provide all the materials. If you have already dabbled then bring all your favourite materials and work at your own pace continuing your creative journey with Tania's guidance. This is a relaxed and welcoming class filled with laughs and learning.

Membership not required
Cost $80 (includes GST)

Date: Saturday 3-May-2025
Duration: 12 weeks
Time: 9:30am for 12 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 3
Status: Open

For those who love the cerebral challenge and social aspect of traditional Mahjong but lack experienced peers to play with, this is the ideal session to enrol in. Join fellow enthusiasts of the fascinating game of Mahjong (both Hong Kong and Western style) in a welcoming environment that focuses on friendly social interaction and fun. Previous experience necessary. Drop-in players welcome at $7 per session, no membership required.

Membership required
Cost $75 (includes GST)

Date: Monday 5-May-2025
Duration: 6 weeks
Time: 10:00am for 6 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 1
Status: Full

Date: Monday 5-May-2025
Duration: 6 weeks
Time: 1:00pm for 6 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 1
Status: Open (3 places remaining)

If you have ever wanted to pick something from your garden, bring it into your home and express yourself, this course is for you! Ikebana is an ancient art originating from Japan more than five hundred years ago. The word Ikebana means living flowers. In this course you will learn about the space, line, balance and harmony between the materials used, the container in which it is held and the space where it is placed. Beginners will learn the fundamentals of Ikebana techniques and forms. Continuing students will learn more advanced techniques and forms in Ichiyo school style. For the materials list, see receipt upon enrolment.

Membership required
Cost $140 (includes GST)

Date: Monday 5-May-2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 3:00pm for 8 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 1
Status: Open

"Memories Make Me" is an 8-week workshop designed to guide aspiring writers through the fundamentals of memoir writing. Participants will learn how to transform personal experiences into compelling narratives, develop authentic voice, and structure their life stories effectively. Each session combines practical writing techniques with supportive feedback in an intimate group setting. Whether you have a complete manuscript in mind or simply wish to preserve family stories, this workshop provides the essential tools to bring your unique memories to life on the page

Membership required
Cost $160 (includes GST)

Date: Tuesday 6-May-2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 9:00am for 8 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 1
Status: Open

This course is designed for those that have an understanding of the French language and want to develop a more in-depth knowledge of the culture so as to be able to converse in French. You will interact with your fellow students, discussing current aspects of French life and culture. NOTE: THERE WILL BE A PAUSE ON JUNE 17TH AND THE REPLACEMENT ON 1ST JULY.

Membership required
Cost $210 (includes GST)

Date: Tuesday 6-May-2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 9:30am for 8 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 4
Status: Full

Join this workshop led by award-winning artist Migara Ramanayake that explores the classical drawing techniques pioneered by Leonardo Da Vinci and Michelangelo during the Renaissance. This technique involves breaking down every natural objects into the basic geometric shapes (circles, squares, cylinders, ...), studying basic human anatomy and concepts of perspective and proportion. You will hone your observation skills that will then allow you to capture intricate details and subtleties in your subjects and foster a deeper appreciation of art history and the evolution of artistic expression. For the materials list, see receipt upon enrolment.

Membership required
Cost $160 (includes GST)

Date: Tuesday 6-May-2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 9:45am for 8 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 3
Status: Open

In this course, students will continue using their knowledge of the French language to explore general topics such as food and restaurants. Building on understanding of the grammatical structure, students will be able to express common needs in everyday situations.

Membership required
Cost $160 (includes GST)

Date: Tuesday 6-May-2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Time: 10:30am for 8 weeks
Venue: SPLC Room 5
Status: Open (3 places remaining)

This course is prefect for complete beginners who are eager to learn the basics of the Italian language. In this class, you will embark on a journey of language and culture that will open up a whole new world for you! You will be guided step-by-step on how to express yourself in Italian, from basic greetings to constructing simple sentences. By the end of this 8-week course, you will be equipped with beginner conversational skills that will enable you to engage with Italian speakers.