Get Creative with the Best Art Classes in Melbourne

Are you looking for a new hobby? One that lets your creative side run free, sculpting, drawing or painting a new masterpiece? Lucky for you, Melbourne's art scene is brimming with fantastic classes for every kind of artist!

Whether it's pottery, painting classes, drawing, a short course in resin art, your first time trying a new technique or a pro in the arts, there's a class ready to welcome you. 

Read on to find some of the best art classes in Melbourne to get inspired, learn a new skill and make friends along the way!

Fitzroy Painting

As the name suggests, Fitzroy Painting is all about painting workshops, drawing classes and art courses for all skill levels. With classes by professional artists and workshops by visiting artists, you are guided through basics, painting techniques and methods.

This is perfect for those keen to upskill, as the classes are fun and informal but also structured, with genuine guidance and one-on-one support from your teacher.

Covering oil painting, drawing, watercolours and contemporary and traditional media, it's an amazing place to connect, create and gain a new skill!

Studio 7, 244 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

Life Drawing With Lani

If you can manage to book a Life Drawing with Lani class while she's in Melbourne, consider yourself in for a fabulous evening of life drawing, great chats and wine. 

A popular event, Lani roams around Melbourne, hosting recurring workshops or pop-up events for beginners. In these 1-hour classes, you will be guided through the steps and techniques to draw a real-life portrait, with a nude model posing for the artists. 

All materials are provided, and depending on where the workshop is held, there is usually the option to purchase some tasty nibbles and wines to complete the evening. It is social, laidback and always a lot of fun.

Visit Life Drawing with Lani on Instagram for upcoming classes. 

Honey Bones

Join the Art Club at Honey Bones, where the open studio allows you to explore and experiment with various mediums. Open to all, this is a safe, inclusive space for self-expression, with a focus on wellbeing, creativity and community,

Each class runs for 2 hours, starting the session off with a topic or prompt. From there, it is up to you to create what you are called to, with the classes designed to allow you to interpret and design whatever you desire. You will have a chance to view other students artwork and discuss your own creation. 

Our pick? The Still Life Sunday sessions. 

46 Trafford Street, Brunswick

Fine & Wine with Finer Rings

Art you can wear? Sign us up! Fine & Wine is the class where your jewellery dreams come true, with a trained team of pros walking you through every step of basic jewellery making. 

It's beginner-friendly, and the Fitzroy space has been purposely built to ensure a fun, calm and welcoming time for all. With three types of classes to choose from - Stamps, Staples and Pearls - you can pick the class best suited to your style.

The best part? Every class is complete with locally sourced food and a glass of wine. Gather the girls, ASAP!

246 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

Shell Space

Shell Space, curated by Melbourne-based ceramic artist and painter Hilary Green, is a vibrant creative studio offering some of the most unique art classes in Melbourne. This inspiring haven hosts a diverse range of workshops, from sculpture and drawing to candle making, connection, and reflection.

Hilary Green’s artistic practice, known for its fusion of ancient shapes with mystical glazes and playful textures, infuses the space with a distinct creative energy—as seen in her incredible Candelabra by Candlelight classes. 

Shell Space not only fosters exploration and personal growth but also recently featured a special Flex Mami tarot reading class, adding an extra layer of intrigue and fun.

Come discover a space where creativity and connection thrive.

Book workshops online here

8 McIver Street, Brunswick

Collage Classes at That Paper Joint

Explore, learn and enjoy the wonderful world of collage at That Paper Joint in Brunswick. This crafty and cosy spot is the setting for some of the best art classes in Melbourne, where friendly vibes are paired with colourful creations. 

During their 'Cut & Paste Workshops', Max and Zoe will guide you through creating unique collage artworks using second-hand, recycled, and donated materials. Learn innovative techniques, including a glue-free method for endless creativity. This safe and supportive environment ensures you'll feel inspired, even if you're new to collage.

Enjoy a 3-hour session filled with creativity—on Friday evenings, you can even bring your own drinks and indulge in a complimentary cheeseboard while you craft. For daytime sessions, they provide tea, coffee, and snacks to keep your energy up. With over 800 five-star reviews, you're in for a fantastic experience.

Sitchu Tip: The fun doesn’t end with the Cut & Paste workshops—Vision Boarding Collage workshops and self-guided sessions are also available to ignite your creative spirit and inspire your inner artist. 

544 Sydney Road, Brunswick

The Wheelhouse Studio

The Wheelhouse Studio specialises in small classes of only 10 or fewer students, ensuring everyone gets the attention they need to grow a budding passion for ceramics.

Absorbing wheel-throwing courses teach all the fundamentals while calming hand-building classes involve coiling, slab-building and pinching to create one-of-a-kind objects.

All skill levels are welcome in their safe, relaxing and inclusive space, with the option to try an intro course before committing to a full term.

174 Gladstone Street, South Melbourne

Pinot & Picasso

Tap into your inner artist and learn to paint like the masters at Pinot & Picasso in the CBD with a fun art class for adults.

It's BYO here, so you can come prepared to enjoy a glass (or two) and some nibbles while recreating a featured painting under the careful guidance of an artist who guides the group through the process. At the end of your two-hour session, you’ll leave with your masterpiece to hang proudly at home. 

Private packages are available for large groups (this is a brilliant bonding event for colleagues, or fun for a bridal squad at a hen party) and include all materials and access to the AUX cord.

2 Guests Lane, Melbourne

'Paint Your Own Pottery' at Robert Gordon

Get creative with Robert Gordon's Paint Your Own Pottery class. No artistic experience is required—just select a bisque piece from the shelves, the likes of mugs, bowls, and vases, and let your imagination run wild. During your 1-hour session, you'll have access to a range of palettes, brushes, and reference plates to guide your design.

Remember to avoid painting the bottom of your piece for proper firing. After painting, pay at the front desk and leave your creation to be fired; it will be ready for collection in 1-2 weeks, or can be posted for an additional fee.

It’s a delightful and creative experience, making it one of our top art classes in Melbourne—perfect for adding a vibrant touch to your home crockery collection.

Sitchu Tip: Don't forget to enjoy a meal or drink at Nancy Eatery before you paint. 

Book a session here

114 Mulcahy Road, Pakenham

Art Tree Creations

Take a drive to Melbourne's leafy outer-east to create beautiful pieces of artwork using resin, a clear liquid that can be mixed with paint, inks or alcohol to create stunning, colourful designs.

Art Tree Creations in Baywater hosts lessons that teach you everything you need to know about resin, and how to combine it with other materials to create a masterpiece. From timber and resin workshops, an alcohol inks and resin masterclass and resin serving board and coaster set classes, this is one class where you will be proud to show off your creations!

1/15 Newcastle Road, Bayswater

Urban Antidote's Floral Workshops

Experience the Floral Design Vase Workshop, hosted by Anastasia Botica, the creative force behind Melbourne's Urban Antidote. Known for crafting modern, playful, and vibrant floral designs that bring joy, Anastasia will guide you through flower care techniques, foam-free design methods, and help you capture photos of your creation. Because there's no art class in Melbourne quite like one inspired by the masterpieces crafted by Mother Nature herself.

Ideal for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this hands-on workshop includes all necessary equipment, including a cute apron, your own floral design to take home, even a Certificate of Completion. Adorbs!

Upcoming Class: Saturday 7th September, 3pm to 5pm

$300.00

Book here

43 Derby Street, Collingwood, Melbourne

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