Young artist mentoring by professional artist Katie McErlean in Annerley designed for young artists aged 8-12 years.
These classes are by an-application process.
Online bookings are currently closed - applications welcomed via email info@artclassbrisbane.com.au
Students are mentored by professional artist Katie McErlean, with over 30 years commercial art experience- in her very own warm and welcoming home studio in Annerley, where creativity and confidence grow side by side.
Art Class Brisbane offers a vibrant and creative environment for young artists through our engaging after school art classes. Perfect for budding creatives, our programs also include exciting art workshops, , and hands-on painting classes tailored to inspire imagination and build skills.
-apply to join Katie for this program today and let their creativity shine!
Ages 8-12 yrs: After-School Art Classes
8 week term commitment - $704
Choose one day per week (please note no changes in days or makeup classes in term) - See T&C's.
Days
Tuesday
(See sketch Club 4PM - 5.00PM)
Wednesday
4.00pm- 5.30pm
Thursday
4.00pm- 5.30pm
You will be mentored with
Drawing, painting, and mixed media projects
Learning foundational art techniques in a fun, supportive environment
Boosting creativity, fine motor skills, and self-expression
Exploring different materials such as watercolour, acrylic, pencil, and clay
When: Weekly classes during the school term
Where: Annerley – Katie McErlean’s home studio
Perfect for: Ages 8 to 12, all skill levels welcome. Choose one day per week
Please note: If you child does not work well in a group setting - this is not the right program for your child, they will need a private session.
Term 1
8-Week Art Program (Ages 8 - 12 years)
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Week 1 – Air Dry Clay Creations
Inspired by sculptors from Japan, students will learn basic clay modelling techniques to create small figurative or decorative pieces.
Week 2 – Sketch & Line Drawing
Exploring European illustrators and modern sketching styles, students will practice observation and proportion while building their drawing confidence.
Week 3 – Watercolour Wonders
We’ll travel to France for inspiration from impressionist painters — layering washes, colour mixing, and brush control techniques.
Week 4 – Foam Printmaking
Inspired by traditional printmakers from India and Indonesia, students will create repeat pattern artworks using foam plates and ink rollers.
Week 5 – Chalk Pastel Landscapes
Looking at American and Australian landscape artists, students will explore blending, tone, and texture using soft pastels.
Week 6 – Oil Pastel & Collage
Drawing inspiration from artists like Matisse, we’ll combine bold colour and texture to make vibrant mixed-media artworks.
Weeks 7 & 8 – Acrylic Impasto Canvas Art
Our final project takes inspiration from famous painters of the Americas. Students will build and complete a textured impasto painting on canvas using palette knives and acrylic paint.
DETAILS
Duration: 8 weeks (Term 1, 2026)
Ages: 6–12 years
Mediums: Clay, sketching, watercolour, printmaking, pastels, collage, acrylics
Focus: Creativity, technique, and art appreciation through international inspiration
Location: Art Class Brisbane Studio – Annerley