Walk-in DIY Art Sessions

Available Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays

Dive into creativity at Blank Space Art Studio, where no appointments are needed. Choose from a variety of mediums—canvas, ceramics, or MDF cutouts—and let your imagination run wild with their unlimited paint and diverse art supplies.

These sessions are particularly ideal for kids, teenagers, and families looking to enjoy art together. With resources like child-friendly materials and various adornments, parents and children alike can enjoy crafting side-by-side. The studio is equipped to inspire artists of all ages and skill levels, making it the perfect spot for a spontaneous day of family fun.

Blank Space Art Studio’s walk-in DIY sessions are designed with creativity and community in mind. Whether you’re fostering creativity in your child, connecting over a fun activity, or engaging in a solo project, they have tailored the space to enhance your artistic experience.

Scheduled Art Workshops

See times and dates on their website

Blank Space Art Studio will soon be adding a dynamic workshop schedule. Stay connected and informed through Instagram or Facebook, or sign up for the Blank Space newsletter. They will be offering a broad range of activities, from kid-centric art projects to adult sip-and-create evenings.

These workshops will be structured to introduce participants to new skills and expand their artistic capabilities under the guidance of experienced instructors. Each workshop is designed to cater to different interests and age groups, ensuring that everyone, from young children to adults, finds something to spark their creative enthusiasm. But most importantly, they’ll be fun opportunities to connect with each other.

Custom Art Events and Parties

Dreaming of a unique event that combines fun with creativity? Let Blank Space Art Studio host your next event!

Looking for a unique way to celebrate or gather? Blank Space Art Studio is your go-to venue for personalized events that combine fun with creativity.

Whether you’re organizing a party or something else, their studio provides a vibrant and inspiring backdrop that is sure to make your event memorable. Talk to Blank Space Art Studio about your ideas, and they will help you put together an unforgettable experience tailored to your vision. And of course, all the tools, materials and supplies will be provided!

About Blank Space Art Studio

At Blank Space Art Studio, they do more than entertain kids. They create moments for families to bond, inspire children to think outside the box, and provide a vibrant space for them to freely express themselves. It’s not just art—it’s a way to grow and connect!

Testimonials

“We had a great time visiting Blank Space Art Studio. As soon as we walked in, we were warmly greeted by the owner Cherise. The studio’s atmosphere, coupled with her guidance made for a terrific afternoon. I had intended to just watch my kids craft, but I couldn’t resist choosing an activity myself while there. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a beginner (like myself) , Blank Space offers something for everyone . We’ll be back soon!” – Chelsea D.

“Thank you Blank Space Art Studio, we had a wonderful time visiting your studio! It is the perfect place for our daughter’s creativity to flow. We are so grateful to have such a fun and funky place to visit for a fun family activity. The staff are so helpful, location is also a win being so close to a great coffee shop!” – Steph B

To find out more, please visit the Blank Space Art Studio website.

Current activities on offer in Brisbane with Creative Kids Brisbane

WEST VILLAGE

97 Boundary Street, West End | Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30am to 11am. No bookings required. Tickets available in person or online.

Creative Kids Brisbane’s outdoor children’s art space is in the heart of West End, Brisbane. All sessions are open ended, so you can pop in anytime during our opening hours. Their art space allows children to use the materials on offer to make a set art piece or something else completely.

Parents and guardians must be in attendance at all times. Children under 5 will need some assistance from their grown ups. All sessions are open to any age group and ability level.

Ticket prices start from $10 per visit. 

Creative Kids Brisbane has a daily sensory play table set up and a play mat with imaginative toys, objects and books for families to enjoy after their art session. Younger siblings not yet ready to do the art activity are welcome to enjoy this space free of charge.

Their safe, cool, open-air environment allows the kids and parents to focus on learning new skills and having fun, while we look after all of the cleaning up. The West Village precinct also offers 2 hours free parking, cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, and beautiful outdoor spaces for your child to play in, and parents to unwind in.

School Holiday Activities

Creative Kids Brisbane also runs holiday activities at libraries, council events and shopping centres. Please head to their calendar on the Creative Kids Brisbane website for these upcoming events. 

Testimonials

“Always fun and kid centred. No expectation of perfection and if the kids don’t like the theme the team is always happy to offer alternatives.” – Tia-Renee Killey

“My two kids loved finding this little kids art school set up in West End! Lovely people who explained the activity well. Very relaxing for kids and adults!” – Francine Smith

“Fantastic setting for the kids to do art and craft! Very professional and friendly staff, comfortable and welcoming space with beautiful shady trees and funky decor. We had a lovely morning creating fun art.” – Lisa Banan

“Free, fun art activity for kids. They won’t even feel bored coming here for a daily dose of art.” – Sumayyah Mohd Idris

Find out more about Creative Kids Brisbane via their website or Facebook and Instagram pages.

Whether you wish you were creative or feel you need to push yourself to the next level or build your portfolio, look no further! The Dancing Paintbrush offers art lessons for everyone – young and old, from beginners to advanced.

Everyone is creative

The Dancing Paintbrush was created with the desire to help everyone learn and improve on their creativity and technique, regardless of their age. They have children as young as four, retired adults and everyone in-between attending their classes. Often, they have parents and children join together for a fun family activity. The Dancing Paintbrush believes that everyone has some form of artistic talent and they will help you to develop it. These classes are small, fun, and relaxed.

Originality is the best artistic expression

The Dancing Paintbrush’s classes are structured so that they have a different subject and medium for each week – some examples would be palette knife painting of flowers, making a clay gecko, or doing a mixed media painting of your pet. Since they do not run a “step-by step” program, not one artwork is produced to look the same. Instead, each person is encouraged to create their artwork in their own style after watching the instructor show them a technique or two and explain what needs to be done and how to do it. The instructor then assists everyone individually to get started and assists throughout the two-hour class.

Flexible pay on the day payments

The Dancing Paintbrush understands that life can be challenging at times and their aim is to make the classes as fun and stress-free as possible. Therefore, they have a casual pay-on-the-day system for classes. This means that if you (or your child) wakes up ill on the day or had a bad night or perhaps you are really not “feeling it”, you can just notify the studio that you won’t be attending. If you have already paid, they will simply reimburse you or roll the money over until you can attend again. Classes can be paid for in cash on the day or into a nominated bank account any time beforehand. No lock-in contracts!

Children’s art parties

Fancy an Art Party but don’t want the stress or mess? Why not ask The Dancing Paintbrush to host your next party at your home? They provide everything from easels to tarps and they clean up too! Choose your own subject–from dogs to trains–you can paint them.

Packages start from only $25 per child for a two-hour painting session on canvas. The minimum requirement is 6 children, with a maximum number of 12 participants.

Mobile sip and sketch party for adults

Looking for something different? Why not try a night to relax with a glass of wine in one hand and a paintbrush in the other?

Escape the kids, your day job and life in general and just bring yourself, your inner artist and be prepared for a fun-filled evening with friends. These classes are for everyone – whether you have never painted before, or painted a little or a lot, these painting evenings are amazing! So, have a laugh with your friends and create a beautiful canvas. Choose your own subject and have a ball! The dancing Paintbrush comes to you (north Brisbane and surrounds – conditions apply), so you can kick back and relax without the worry of driving anywhere afterward. The minimum requirement is 6 adults, with a maximum number of 12 participants. The cost is $35 per person. Adults only.

Qualified instructor

Jacqui Pike is a qualified artist and holds a Bachelor of Fine Art degree. She has taught children at the Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre and held private art lessons for children, teenagers and adults. She has sold numerous paintings and drawings at art galleries in South Africa, as well as creating artwork for private commissions in South Africa, Dubai and Australia. Chalk pastel is her favourite medium and her favourite subjects are animals and nature. Jacqui has a great passion for art and set up The Dancing Paintbrush in 2017 with the desire to help everyone – regardless of their age to have fun, learn, and improve their artistic talent.

So, what are you waiting for? Unleash your creativity! Discover, imagine, explore, and inspire as you join The Dancing Paintbrush on your creative journey. Visit https://thedancingpaintbrush.com.au/ to find out more.

After-school lessons include visiting a wide array of different mediums, while the school holiday workshops offer a variety of unique art themes, all of which change every school-term and holiday break. Art Class uses only safe high-quality products for their young (and adult) artists. Staff are also Blue Card accredited.

Who is Art Class Brisbane?

Art Class Brisbane is a professional creative studio for students aged 6 years and up, with a primary focus on sketch drawing, acrylic painting, medium techniques and colour study over many extracurricular lessons and workshops. A unique holiday workshop program is scheduled for each school holiday period. Art Class Brisbane also offers local school and kindergarten and school incursions.

Creative and educational school holiday workshops for kids

Holiday workshops explore concepts in a creative and hands-on way, with Professional Artist Katie and her team leading the students in imagination and colour discovery. All workshops and classes are underpinned by their focus on fun, creativity, imagination, safety and the environment, with skill and confidence-building being at the core.

Art class workshops include: Acrylic, Watercolours and Pastel Painting on Canvas, Eco Reusable Bags and Specialty Paper, Clay Sculpture, Sketch/Graphite Life Drawing, Mandala Art and much more…

“Empowering children through their art” is a mantra of Art Class Brisbane.

Easter School Holiday workshops

From ages 6 plus years – the whole family are welcome to participate.

Acrylic Paintings are all done with a basic pre sketch on canvas, this is by no means a paint by numbers style of workshop, this just helps time in the workshop.

All colour choices are yours to decide or follow the Artist-led process.

All water colour sessions are full sketch and water colour session.

Clay sessions are all air dried clay with the finest Walkers air dry clay studio quality clay, there will be no painting of clay in these sessions.

• Saturday Easter Special March 30
• Sat, March 30, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Betty Bunny acrylic Painting
• Sat, March 30, Studio 2, 1.30pm – 4pm Bunny Clay Pot
• Easter Monday Special April 1, 9.30an – 11.30am “No fooling you – Bunny Sculpt” air dried clay session
• Tues, April 2, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Meerkat acrylic paint
• Wed, April 3, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Purple Cow Painting
• Thurs, April 4, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Green Tree Frog
• Thurs, April 4, Studio 2, 1pm – 3pm, Owl Clay Pot
• Fri, April 5, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Camel love
• Fri, April 5, Studio 2, 1pm – 3pm, Cat Clay Pot
• Sat, April 6, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Frida Katlo
• Sat, April 6, Studio 2, 1.00pm – 3pm, Clay Character sculpt
• Sun, April 7, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Paint your Pet (please email photo)
• Sun, April 7, 9.30am – 12:30pm – Book Binding Manifestations with visiting Artist Barbara Loveday
• Sun, April 7, Studio 2, 1.00pm – 3pm, Dog Clay Pot
• Mon, April 8, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Green frog sketch & watercolour
• Tues, April 9, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Colourful Portraits (please email photo)
• Wed, April 10, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Butterfly fox water colour
• Thurs, April 11, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Colourful Bunny
• Thurs, April 11, Studio 2, 1.00 pm – 3pm Clay Character sculpt
• Fri, April 12, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Colourful Frenchie
• Fri, April 12, Studio 2, 9.30 – 11.30am Bunny Sculpt
• Sat, April 13, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Jigsaw Giraffe
• Sat, April 13, Studio 2, 1pm – 3pm Owl Clay Pot Sculpt
• Sun, April 14, Studio 1, 9.30 – 11.30am Paint your Pet (please email photo)
• Sun, April 13, Studio 2, 1pm – 3pm Owl Clay Pot Sculpt

Students and familes are welcome to attend both sessions, however there will be a break in between sessions and students cannot “wait” without being supervised by attending parent.

There is a local cafe where you can enjoy some lunch between session times or local park in walking distance to enjoy a packed lunch from home.

Art Class Brisbane holiday workshop inclusions

Workshops are run for 2 hours, with light refreshments included. Workshops are offered in set age groupings, designed for children ranging in ages between 5 and 14 years. That said, all ages, stages and abilities are very welcome. All bookings can be made online.

Workshops and classes have limited places and book out fast, so make sure to book early to secure a place.

Can’t make the holiday workshops but still wish to enjoy the Art Class painting experience? Artist Katie McErlean, founder of Art Class Brisbane, is now offering ‘Take Home Art Packs’ with all art materials and tutorial video links included. These can be purchased on the Art Class Brisbane website.

After school art classes

Classes are now launched for term 2, 2024:

• New Sketch Club launches for Monday or Friday 4pm – 5.00pm
• Teen Hub Monday or Friday 4pm – 5.30pm
• Art Club ages 6 – 12 years Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday 4pm – 5.30pm & Saturday 9.30am – 11am

Art Class Brisbane wish to set every student up for success. Please note when booking into these classes, these are themed classes with set lesson plans and techniques. Should your student not wish to stay with a chosen theme or medium or need one on one support, please discuss this before booking. Katie the Artist/ director will discuss the right class for your student and guide and mentor for positive outcomes.

Art Class Brisbane has a vision that art is absolutely for everyone. Let’s make that happen in the new beautiful Art Class Brisbane Studio in Chrome Street Salisbury.

All bookings can be made online on the Art Class Brisbane website.

Testimonials

“One of the best art classes around. My daughter did a term of art lessons with Katie and loved it. My girls have done holiday workshops over the past year and I have done a paint and wine night and loved it. Katie is professional and approachable.” – Meika O’Connell

“Katie’s amazing ability to create fun and engaging experiences.” – Melinda Quincey

“Just got home from painting this morning. These girls had a fabulous time. Thanks Katie, we will definitely be looking for more school holiday art classes.” – Charmaine Taylor

“Katie is a fantastic art teacher. She’s friendly, knowledgeable, patient and encouraging. We will return for more, my son absolutely loved his time making clay monsters. The studio is well placed with great parking too!” – Rachael Gillespie

Art Class Brisbane has FREE car parking right at the back door, with toilet facilities next to the studio space. Wheelchair access is also available.

To find out more about booking your child in, head to the Art Class Brisbane website.

Perfect for children who love everything to do with art or simply want to learn new skills and techniques, the studio is passionate about creating a welcoming and calm environment that children will feel inspired in!

Term Time Art Classes

Join the team at My Art Space Studio as they create a range of exciting artworks each Term. Courses run for 9 weeks and coincide with the Queensland school calendar.

The art lesson structure is set out in three-week blocks. During this time, an art-piece is gradually built upon and techniques are learnt over that period.

Each three-week block also concentrates on a different art form such as painting, drawing, mixed media and clay.

Each term revolves around a new theme, such as Under The Sea, It’s a Jungle Out There, or Deep Space! These courses are great for returning students as the art courses and art pieces produced are always new and engaging.

The primary-aged courses are priced at less than $28 a week ($245 total) and include all consumables plus several fantastic art pieces to share with you at home.

Birthday Art Workshops

A paint party at My Art Space Studio is a must if you’re searching for something unique, interesting and a lot of fun for your child’s next birthday party!

Many of the artworks provide children the freedom to change the colours and add new features. Depending on the complexity of the artwork, the canvas can also be pre-drawn for the children. The qualified teacher will guide and support each guest every step of the way.

Paint parties run for 2.5 hours and include breaks throughout the painting to enjoy food, open presents and have fun!

These paint party activities are appropriate for children aged 6 to 14 years. Bring your own birthday snacks and drinks, as well as a birthday cake/cupcakes and decorations (optional).

For more information on My Art Space Studio’s parties, including pricing, dates and the selection of paintings on offer, please contact the studio via email.

Art Workshops

My Art Space Studio offers a diverse range of fun and exciting workshops on both weekends and in the school holidays. Each workshop runs for 2 hours and is lead by a qualified teacher. Workshops cover a range of fun activities, including painting, collaging, construction, mixed media, clay and more!

Workshops are a great way for children and teens to get their fill of art for the day, while mums and dads enjoy some quality time at the coffee shop next door or get the groceries done across the street at the local shopping centre. They also have Mum & Me workshops for families to enjoy; a perfect way to spend time with your budding little artist.

Teen Classes

Teen Classes at My Art Space Studio are suitable for students in Years 7-9. The courses for teens run in line with the school calendar between weeks 1 and 9 each Term. With guidance from art teachers, students will build on skills and techniques to produce some fantastic artworks that they can take home.

The focus and intent of the teen classes is for the love and enjoyment of art; creating and producing a variety of different artworks while picking up some fun skills and techniques along the way. My Art Space Studio has a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere that encourages students to take risks and explore their creative natures.

They explore a variety of different mediums including:

• painting on canvas with acrylic paint
• sketching and drawing techniques
• clay & modelling
• mixed media

The 9 week programs are less than $28 a week ($245 total). This includes all consumables and students will bring home multiple artworks to share with you.

Private Events

My Art Space Studio caters for a range of private functions and adult ‘Paint & Sip’ workshops, both at the studio and in the local area. These include adult birthday parties, hens nights, divorce parties, family events, corporate functions and other celebrations! The studio is BYO drinks and nibbles, with glassware, fridge and serving boards available for use.

Please contact the studio for enquiries at studio@myartspacestudio.com

Testimonials

‘My daughter loves art and absolutely love this studio. She can’t wait to go each week and just beams with happiness after each class. Emma is amazing and is so lovely with the children. There are so many different themes and types of art the children can be involved in. I can not recommend My Art Space Studio more highly.‘

‘Great place, Emma is friendly and welcoming. My nearly 8 year- old absolutely loves her weekly art class there. The classes offer a great variety of different techniques and skills.’

‘My 10 year old son is very interested in art but was reluctant to go to classes where he didn’t know anyone. After just one class he barely waits for the car to stop before sprinting up the stairs to see Emma and what they will create that day. They learn a variety of styles and use different mediums to create their masterpieces. My son now has real pieces of artwork to display that he created and he is so proud of his work. I can see a little more confidence in him each week. Highly recommend.‘

Frequently Asked Questions

Does My Art Space Studio have a bathroom? Yes, all students have easy access to toilets.

Is the studio wheelchair accessible? The studio is located on a second level floor via stairs and is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible.

Do I need to wait in the studio during the lesson or workshop? Parents/caregivers are unable to wait in the studio. While your child is enjoying their class or workshop, there is a nice café just next to the studio, as well as a shopping centre across the street.

What should we bring to the lesson or workshop? These lessons can get messy! For this reason, it is recommended that you have your children wear old clothes that you don’t mind getting paint, pen or glue on.

To find out more, please visit the My Art Space Studio website 

About Kids Art Fun

Founder of Kids Art Fun, Sophia Dias has held a passion for art from a young age. After studying a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the Art Institute of Boston, MA (USA), and educating designers and artists in New York and Japan, then teaching her own children, Sophia set out on a quest to teach the next generation of budding artists in Brisbane.

Sophia enjoys teaching and guiding her students through the key fundamental skills vital for child development and is looking forward to welcoming old and new students to her upcoming school holiday workshops and term classes.

Term-based classes, Christmas and New Year casual classes are usually 1 hour in duration. However Kids Art Fun has created a 2-hour workshop this Christmas / New Year school holiday period that’s sure to excite the sewing and painting enthusiasts among the Brisbane Kids audience.

Art & Craft Class

In this class, students will cover a wide variety of arts and crafts and also get inspired by artists around the world. Through projects such as drawing, painting, sculpture, collage, mosaic, collaborative artwork, clay and more, students will discover and learn to observe, create, balance, control hand pressure, cross the body’s midline, and experience tactile textures. All of which are vital for a child’s development. Kids Art Fun provides knowledge of the visual arts to children and challenges them to develop life-long skills such as analytical thinking, collaboration, and creativity. These skills are valuable in any career and give a rich, meaningful and engaged life. Creativity is also among the top five applied skills sought by business leaders. Through fun projects, Kids Art Fun train kids to build an aesthetic sensibility that can influence other areas of thinking.

Painting Class

In this class, students will unwind themselves to have fun painting on oversized paper, explore making colour recipes, and, of course, controlled step-by-step paintings on a stretched canvas using an easel. Kids Art Fun will introduce some of the most influential artists around the world and talk about the styles and even some hidden secrets they had. For the technical side, they will be shown some new techniques, methods, shades and highlights which will be a whole new level for them to try. The students will also have an opportunity to paint whatever they wish towards the end of the term guidance. Each student will be engaged with their creativity as well as getting a chance to paint using some unusual and unique paintbrushes and fun paint mediums, a rare opportunity.

Holiday Art Workshops

Kids love their fun and creative Holiday Art Workshops! Kids Art Fun’s 2-hour holiday workshops include 2 types of classes – Art & Craft and Acrylic Painting from ages 5 and up. During these sessions, the group will focus on special children’s art projects such as painting, printing, collage, sculpture, stitching and much more. Kids will have a blast while learning about art and expanding their creativity.

The fee includes all supplies and materials. Healthy morning tea is provided.

Please bring your own water bottle and wear an old t-shirt.

Find out more about Kids Art Fun’s holiday workshops here.

Testimonial

“My 8 year old daughter has been attending a weekly art class with Sophia for over 18 months. Sophia is a patient and kind teacher. Sophia enables her students to be creative and expressive whilst explaining the appropriate use of various media. The children enjoy Sophia’s class and are proud of their works of art.” – Cara, Mother of 8-year-old student.

For bookings and enrolments, visit the Kids Art Fun website, Facebook page, or give Sophia a call.