Who says it’s too late to pick up a new hobby? Whether you’re a beginner who can barely manage a stick figure, or the next Claude Monet, here is a list of the best Perth workshops where you can unleash your inner creative. If you’re looking for a fun night out with your friends and a bottle of wine, or simply wanting to flex those creative muscles and learn a new skill, there’s a handful of awesome art classes in Perth to choose from.
Cab and Canvas
Monstera Magic | Cabernet Canvas
Henry Summer Northbridge
Are you up for getting creative and having a bit of fun with it? Join Cabernet & Canvas for their Monstera Magic paint and sip session at Henry Summer on May 26! With their luscious garden of leafy greenery, the venue will set the scene for you to paint your own interpretation of ‘Monstera Magic’. With a glass of wine to get those creative juices flowing, you’ll be all set to paint your masterpiece. Cabernet & Canvas classes are perfect for beginners, as you’ll be guided through a step-by-step process in this two hour class. The best part is you get to leave with your own artwork to hang up on your wall.
Cabernet & Canvas runs workshops at multiple events in various locations in Perth, as well as at their own studio in Myaree! Check out their calendar to find a location and time best suited to you.
Evening Drawing Session | The Art Space Collective
Scarborough
Have you ever considered drawing life drawing? Now's your chance! The Art Space Collective hosts regular life-drawing sessions that run for two hours and everyone is invited, regardless of experience. All you need to bring is your choice of material (paper, drawing book or whatever you fancy) and your favourite bottle of wine! The community art space located in Scarborough brings together a mix of artists and creatives and is a space for individuals to escape the chaos and find peace in art. If drawing naked bodies isn’t for you, The Art Space Collective also holds a variety of other workshops including Kokedama workshops and acrylic painting. The next Evening Drawing Session is on June 3. Be sure to check out their upcoming workshops and secure your spot here.
Good Luck Dragonfly | Life with paint
The Jaffle Shack Subiaco
Are you sick of spending every weekend at your local pub or bar? Maybe you're looking for something to uplift and recharge? Come on down to the Jaffle Shack Subiaco and paint your own Goodluck Dragonfly! Designed for all levels of experience, explore your creative side and leave at the end of the night with your own painting. The two-hour session consists of a guided painting with step-by-step instructions, during which time you’ll learn the basics of painting. The next Goodluck Dragonfly class is on May 29, and you can book your spot here.
Subiaco’s Jaffle Shack hosts regular Life with paint events on every weekend, so be sure to check out their other classes and see what else you can create.
Brush Lettering - Calligraphy Workshop | House of Hobby
Maison West Perth
Have you ever considered creating art with your handwriting? Why not learn the skill calligraphy through House of Hobby’s Brush Lettering and Calligraphy Workshop. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have the basics of brush lettering down pat. Ivette Herzog, co-founder of The Control Freak, will be there to teach you everything you need to know in this three-hour class about a forgotten art that is slowly making a comeback. Ivette will teach you how to use the different lettering and calligraphy tools, basic strokes and you’ll get to take home your own stunning print. Don’t worry if your handwriting is not the prettiest, no experience is required to take part in this workshop. All you have to bring along to the workshop is your favourite quote, and everything else is provided for you! The next workshop is scheduled for June 6, and you can book here.
The House of Hobby also holds other unique workshops that might take your fancy, including Cookie Decorating, Resin & Rose and Succulent Bowls. Check them out here.