Fun Art workshops & classes in adelaide South
Looking for a fun, artistic experience for you or your family and friends? Fleurieu Arthouse in the beautiful grounds of Hardys Tintara, McLaren Vale, hosts an ever-changing array of fun art classes and workshops in everything from silver jewellery to nature journaling.
The Arthouse is often described as a local gem and visitors enjoy not only its position amongst the towering old trees of Hardys historic winery, but also the variation of artworks on display and for sale within it’s walls.
There’s a dedicated retail space, 8 purpose-built artist’s studios, each with resident artist, a gallery with a constantly changing calendar of exhibitions in addition to a coffee bar. Anyone looking for fun art workshops in Adelaide (South) need not look any further.
A corner of the retail space looking out into the grounds of Hardys Tintara
Art Classes and Art Workshops in Adelaide (South) McLaren Vale
Because Fleurieu Arthouse is quite a large space, we’re fortunate enough to be able to host a variety of artists who enjoy hosting art workshops and classes under our roof.
Many of the workshops take place directly beneath the large picture window seen in the image above. The light streams in through the glass and participants can soak up the atmosphere of the space as they work.
Some of our other workshops take place within the gallery space pictured below.
Participants in one of Studio Surf's Silver Sessions - making silver rings with sea glass and gems
What’s on and what’s coming up?
Our calendar of fun art classes and workshops is ever-changing and there’s always something new to look forward to. We do have some classes which happen more frequently than others and these include the following.
Organic Silver Ring Workshop with Shirley Wu
Shirley Wu’s Organic Silver Ring workshop is a fan favourite and often books out quite quickly. Under the expert eye of Shirley, participants create a beautiful organic silver ring out of silver clay.
Silver clay works just like air-dry clay but with one important difference. It’s loaded with real silver so that once moulded and placed in a kiln, the clay disappears, leaving behind only silver in the exact shape that you’ve modelled.
An array of silver clay rings created by participants in Shirley Wu's workshop
This means that anyone, even those with no jewellery experience, can create a gorgeous, gem-studded ring to wear or gift to a loved-one. You do not need to bring anything with you as Shirley provides all materials and once you’ve completed your ring, Shirley will fire it in her own kiln and you can come back to the Arthouse to collect it a day or two after the workshop.
Tickets for upcoming silver clay workshops can be found here.
Nature Journaling with Doctor Tabatha Forbes
As part of this year’s Nature Festival, Doctor Tabatha Forbes is offering a wonderfully relaxing Nature Journalling Workshop here at Fleurieu Arthouse. Doctor Forbes is a multi-disciplinary practicing artist, and she has devoted her arts career to working as an artist, arts administrator, writer and tutor.
The workshop will include a “mindful walk” and then move on to helping participants find their own voice and style in the creation of a nature journal.
Nature journal from Doctor Tabatha Forbes
If you’d like to join in this relaxing, nature inspired workshop, find your tickets here.
Silver Sessions with Studio Surf
Some silver rings created under the tutelage of silversmith Jasmine Swales
Dip into the art of silversmithing with Jasmine Swales of Studio Surf. Jasmine will take you through all the steps to create a stunning ring of your own design. Choose from Jasmine’s cache of sea glass, beach pebbles or cabochons and learn to make a sterling silver bezel. Your silver bezel can then be turned into a pendant or added to your handmade ring before completing the final set and polish.
Silversmithing techniques used in this session include ring forming, soldering, texturing, hand piercing, layering solder joins, bezel setting, burnishing and polishing
All materials are provided, including silver and a take-home worksheet.
Lunch will be provided for this all day workshop. Please advise any dietary requirements when booking. Get your tickets here.
Wreath Making Workshop
Join Billy of ‘From Dirt and Rain’ for a delightful workshop where creativity blooms!
In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to craft stunning, nature inspired wreaths using fresh and dried materials. Guided by Billy, you'll explore techniques for arranging and securing elements to a bespoke wreath to adorn your home or give as a thoughtful gift. All materials are provided--along with a complimentary glass of bubbles!
Get your tickets here.
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We’ve got lots of exciting fun art classes and workshops in the pipeline for the coming festive season, so be sure to stay in touch!
You can find us at 202 Main Road McLaren Vale in the grounds of Hardys Tintara. Open 7 days a week from 11.00am to 4.00pm