Creativity is not a talent.
It's a practice.
The Studio Program is a new adult arts initiative launching in August 2026 at Clifton School of Arts. Drawing, painting and creative practice — every week during school terms, with individual attention and genuine rigour.
Presented in association with Clifton School of ArtsFind a class that works for you…
Drawing + Painting
Daytime Monday Studio
$440.00*
10 am - 2 pm
Clifton School of Arts
5 sessions from August 3 - August 31 2026
Four hours, once a week, with nowhere else to be. Start with some warm-up drawing. Develop confidence with colour, materials and composition while exploring contemporary and traditional approaches to drawing and painting.
Strengthen observation, visual thinking and expressive mark-making through practical studio-based exercises. Suitable for beginners, returning artists and experienced makers alike.
CSA member discount available.
* Includes GST + booking fee
Drawing + Painting
Wednesday Evening Studio
$264.00*
6.30 pm - 9 pm
Clifton School of Arts
5 sessions from August 5 - September 2 2026
The best kind of mid-week distraction. Built around individual practice, not a shared exercise. Develop confidence with colour, materials and composition while exploring contemporary and traditional approaches to drawing and painting.
Strengthen observation, visual thinking and expressive mark-making through practical studio-based exercises. Suitable for beginners, returning artists and experienced makers alike.
CSA member discount available.
* Includes GST + booking fee
Block bookings at a discount hold your place for five consecutive sessions. Casual sessions available. Places are limited to 10 participants per session.
Drawing + Painting
Saturday Intensive
$181.50*
9 am - 4 pm
Clifton School of Arts
August 1, 8, 15, 29 2026
A full day of studio time. Bring a project you're already into, reference material, or start something new. Develop confidence with colour, materials and composition while exploring contemporary and traditional approaches to drawing and painting. Strengthen observation, visual thinking and expressive mark-making through practical studio-based exercises. Suitable for beginners, returning artists and experienced makers alike.
CSA member discount available.
* Includes GST + booking fee
Introducing Draw
Friday evenings upstairs at the Imperial Hotel, Clifton
6.30 pm - 8.30 pm (During school terms) From August 7 2026.
$38.50*
DRAW is a relaxed weekly drawing session that brings creativity into a social setting.
Held upstairs at the Imperial Hotel, DRAW welcomes everyone — from complete beginners to experienced artists.
Bring your own sketchbook and materials, settle in with friends or come on your own.
Share plates and bar service are available throughout the evening.
No pressure. Just an enjoyable way to make drawing part of your week.
* Includes GST + booking fee. CSA member discount available.
