Who we are: The Friends are a vibrant organisation with 2,500 members What we do: The Friends support projects in the Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne and Herbarium How do we raise funds: The Friends hold many events and activities that raise funds and involve members including Botanic Art School, Plant Sales, Craft Workshops What we support: The Friends have donated over $2.5 million towards projects in the gardens (see Grants Schedule right) Our mission To develop the bond between the Royal Botanic... Read more

Katie and Jane are Melbourne jewellery designers who offer flexible party packages for children and teenagers from 5 years up, at very reasonable prices (from only $145)! We both have many years of experience working with children (has WWC card), as well as being mums ourselves! If your child loves arts and crafts and jewellery, then this is the party for you! Packages are designed especially for you, and can include beaded jewellery-making, other art and craft activities such as wooden jewellery... Read more

Children at play need a variety of tactile experiences to learn about the complexity and richness of information the world has to offer. In this ever more technologically focused world it is easy for kids to miss out and to escape towards a virtual reality. Clay Club can help you bring them back down to earth by offering pottery lessons providing a messy, muddy alternative for kids to express themselves in. Open ended and exploratory in nature, Clay Club pottery lessons provide a place for kids to... Read more

Join us for cooking classes, food tours and team building activities now Learn about the vibrant and aromatic ingredients that make up Asian cuisine. Using these ingredients, be guided step-by-step as you create a menu of amazing Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Thai, Indian, Indonesian, Mexican, Spanish, Greek, South-American, Native Australian or Dumplings recipes, hands-on, using the freshest locally-sourced ingredients. Our cooking classes, team building, private and corporate... Read more

At Squiggle And Wiggle, your little one will have fun exploring their inner dancer, singer, artist or whatever they choose to be that day. We offer you and your child the ideas and space to just dance, sing, create and get a little messy, with the bonus of not having to clear up afterwards. We will explore a variety of themes every week. We get our Wiggle on with Circle time. After the wiggles and giggles, we will get the squiggle on. The kids get to choose their own unstructured, themed creative... Read more

Mini Monet is a fun and safe space to explore art making. We explore T-SHIRT DESIGN, PAINTING, DRESS UPS, CRAFT, ACCESSORIES and JEWELLERY DESIGN. There are no right or wrongs. EVERY child is capable of producing amazing and original work! We provide high quality materials and well-thought out workshops so your Mini Monet can take pride in their creation. All artists will leave with their day's work and a showbag of goodies so that they can continue to explore the creative process. See our... Read more

Crafternoon is one of Melbourne's best kid-friendly cafe's. What sets us apart from the rest is our Craft menu, available to you whenever you come in. Choose from Pasting, Painting, Playdough or badge making along with many other craft kit options. We have a wide range of delicious, healthy meals for the whole family along with smooth, organic, free-trade coffee. As well as our all day brunch menu, we offer a range of party and function options. Our packages are available on our website and you... Read more

The Centre for Contemporary Photography (CCP) is one of Australia’s premier venues for the exhibition of contemporary photo-based arts, providing a context for the enjoyment, education, understanding and appraisal of contemporary practice. Read more

ZQ Art Studio in North Melbourne offers art classes for age 6 years old to adult. Junior and Teens Classes are technique based and deliver fundamental art skills and knowledge with the use of abroad range of media. Students learn about the elements and principles of art and design through project each term. Study units covered are drawing, painting, mixed media and sculpting. ZQ Art Studio believes the philosophy of nurturing students' creativity and individuality through experimental learning... Read more

Learn and Make is all about you! Whether you have dabbled in craft in the past and are ready to try a new medium, or if you've never successfully created anything crafty before, you'll certainly have fun in one of our creative workshops. By taking a single class you will come away with skills that will have you hand-making birthday presents for friends and family, and proudly putting your handy work on display. It's not about becoming a superstar with your new hobby though! Most of those who... Read more

Want a stylish and stress-free party to impress your daughter and her friends? Our vision is to empower girls in a harmonious environment to explore their inner creativity and build confidence through jewellery making. Our mission is to use the highest quality beads & materials, engaging party hosts making it a stylish and stress-free party for Mums. Parties start at $210 for a two hour party at your home with a fully trained professional jewellery designer and instructor who will arrive... Read more

Ladder Art Space is a place of growth and vitality, where the significance and importance of art is brought to life. With a simple and reflective philosophy that art is important to the quality of life, Ladder Art Space is an active and living destination, providing platforms where we can all move up together. Residing in at the heart of Kew, Ladder Art Space offers a rich program of exhibitions, workshops and art classes in a multiplatform site, Ladder Art Space offers several newly renovated... Read more

Play. Explore. Discover. Imagine. Create Art exploration, creative play and art lessons for children aged 12 months to 12 years. All studio sessions are planned and taught by a qualified visual arts teacher. Visit our website or Facebook page for more information. Read more

Art Club’s art classes for children (aged 7-12 years) and young people (aged 12-17 years) are both fun and challenging. Artist and mother of two sons, Sue Davis has been running the Art Club from her welcoming studio in Northcote, Melbourne for the past 6 years. Each week at Art Club we explore the work and ideas of an artist and use this as inspiration to experiment with materials and techniques while developing skills and nurturing self expression. These projects are adapted to the specific age... Read more

At Melbourne City College Australia (MCCA), students can be sure of receiving high-quality education and training. We provide a wide range of career-oriented courses like English language training, Aged Care training, Child Care training, OET training and other programs, crafted with goal in mind that is to help students get into their chosen profession. With dedicated staff, we bring for students opportunities to develop and enhance new and existing skills and creativity. Our programs are tailored... Read more

Sensoriums art and sensory studios are a colourful sensory wonderland, especially designed to meet the needs of people with neurological and sensory differences such as Autism, ADHD and Complex Trauma. We bring together art therapists, councillors, coaches and artists with lived experience, to deliver neurodivergent affirming, trauma informed therapy and creative social supports, that help you to find your own unique forms of self-expression and self-regulation, finding connection with your authentic... Read more

The best Italian cooking classes in Melbourne The Italians say “Il Mangiar bene e’ un’arte”... to eat well is an art. In pursuing this quest Italians become obsessed by food. If you love food, cooking and Italian culture, then La Cucina Di Sandra has the food experience to excite you! This is more than Melbourne cooking classes, it’s a cooking and eating experience that brings people together and fosters a passion for Italian Food. Sandra will share her knowledge of cooking and recipes collected... Read more

Merri Creek Studio runs art and printmaking classes for children after school and on the weekends. Classes are designed to give the children the freedom to explore their own creativity whilst learning new techniques in a fun supervised environment. Studio classes include screenprinting, monoprinting, etching, linocutting, drawing, waterpainting, sculpture and casting. After each session your child will come home with a beautiful finished artwork such as etchings and relief prints on quality printmaking... Read more

Premium pre-recorded ballet lessons with world-class music for all young children to enjoy. Looking for positive screen time for active little ones? We've created a fun online ballet program that supports children's physical and cognitive development, we'll have your child engaged, happy and active so your can take a break. Nurture your child's love of dance in the comfort of your home, at a time that's convenient for you. The program is structured so the child will learn real ballet technique... Read more

Fantastic online art classes for kids and teens! With ArtistiCat online art classes you'll be the coolest cat in school! Our wonderful online art classes are for kids and teens, inspiring them and developing their creativity. Brilliant artists and instructors take the classes in real-time on Zoom. Choose from: *General art classes (drawing painting and making) *Drawing (manga, cartoons and other types of drawing) *Realistic painting and drawing (the kids will learn all sorts of... Read more

Established in 1997, KOCAS visual art education (previously Kitty O’Kane Contemporary Art Space) has been successfully conducting quality term art classes for primary and secondary school students. In addition to regular term art classes it places a focus on high school art education programmes. This has made our art education programme a holistic one. Our term classes include: VCE art tuition for years 9-10, and years 11 & 12 students (Folio Preparation) Years 7-8 classes (studio... Read more

ARTea is an art school and community space celebrating parenthood. We run a wide range of programs for children (parties, childcare, workshops, afterschool, homeschool & holiday programs. We also run afterschool art programs at Seabrook C.C, Louis Joel Arts Center Altona & Elwood P.S. We can organise the party of your dreams , whatever the budget we can sort it out for you!! From very simple to Mad Hatters high tea party, with your ideas, Artea can make it into a reality! We hand make all our decorations... Read more

Looking for a unique creative experience? School Holidays Fun and Family Fun? Or a unique Party venue? We are open DAILY during public School Holidays. See website for opening hours Glaze It in Elsternwick offers a unique artistic experience in ceramics for the whole family. Everyone is guaranteed to have fun. Our ready to paint pottery pieces are waiting for you to decorate and turn into one of kind masterpieces. No artistic experience is required and all the tools and advice are provided.... Read more

Creating together contributes to personal happiness and strengthens the immune system its time to spend quality time with family and friends and reconnect. Are you celebrating a special event, anniversary or in need of birthday ideas? Come and paint with us while chatting and having a drink. We know you want to throw a hen party like a pro without all the hassle. You're in luck! How about a paint and sip, BYO studio event to give your bestie a proper send-off into married life? A very unique... Read more

Amazing Face Painting & Body Art by World Champion Artist ! Friendly, professional, reliable service and unmatched quality. Kids Parties, Unique Face Painting, UV Face Painting, Glow Parties, Belly Painting, Fine Art Body Painting, Workshops Read more

The Art Factory is Melbourne's longest running kids art school offering art classes, kids parties and holiday programs across 3 studios. Studios are located in Malvern, Balwyn and Essendon. Our team of dedicated art teachers love art and even more so love seeing kids enjoying art. Read more

Merryls Mosaics & Glass Studio is a mosaic, glass fusing and craft hub for creative people. We have been operating a beautiful studio for 10 years, but due to the Coronavirus, we have changed direction and now have a great range of Make-at-Home Mosaic Kits, which are great for all ages from 4 years plus. All our kits come with everything you need to make your piece at home, including instructions. Have tons of fun at home making beautiful mosaics/bead mosaics. We have 3 product types: Bead Mosaic... Read more

ABOUT Ages 5-16. 12 Students Max. Williamstown Community Center - Joan Kirner House. Wednesdays & Thursdays : 3:45-4:45pm.* 5:15pm-6:15pm Kids Studio Art Classes: Please join us as we explore: Color theory, shapes, values, drawing and painting techniques and general fun drawing and painting. Students will aim to complete a piece each week to bring home. Email: westsideartscomau Website: facebookcom/WestsideArtsStudio Location: Alternate Contact: Williamstown Community Center... Read more