Box Hill Art Group

At Box Hill Art Group we hold monthly sessions to draw nude models in changing poses i.e. Life Drawing. We alternate between male and female professional models. Our untutored life drawing sessions cater for both beginning and accomplished artists.

Life drawing is taught to many budding artists as an introduction into the world of art, even artists that don’t primarily want to specialize in the human form. The human body is a complex object, which allows an artist to learn about a variety of essential techniques. Observing and interpreting the shape of the human body trains an artist to see almost every form of curve, line, and the subtle undulation found in nature.

The two hour sessions begin with five 2-minute poses in quick succession, then two 5-minute sessions. These help the artist with the process of looking and then capturing the pose with simple lines and marks. We then have some ten-minute poses and finish with one twenty minute pose.

There are regular short breaks after every 20 minutes. Coffee, tea and biscuits are provided.

The cost for each 2 hour session is $25 for members and $35 for nonmembers with tables, boards and easels, supplied. Artists must provide their own paper, charcoal or other drawing mediums.

In this class, Farimah aims to help the students, to create artworks in their preferred medium, subject, and theme.

Her goal is to direct them towards a better understanding of the techniques in various media, such as Watercolour, Oil, Acrylics, Pastels, etc., and at the same time, to explore various options and possibilities, to visualize their own inspirations, interests and preferences, in an aesthetic and technical way.

Farimah is an artist and enjoys creating art herself, and likes to be able to project her enthusiasm and her feeling of the process of making an artwork, to her students. Everyone in the class works on individual artworks of their choice and Farimah provides individual support and tuition to help make the artwork into something the student is happy with.

What do I bring?
Bring along your own paints/pastels/pencils, brushes and paper/canvas (new or unfinished project) – whatever materials you have.

Approximately 7 people will be in attendance in addition to those that RSVP here.

Book by the term or for single sessions.

Are you at the beginning of your watercolour journey or are wishing to brush up on your techniques? Unsure how to navigate painting in layers or the correct order of painting steps? Do you struggle with achieving the right tones or find your paintings lack life and light? Perhaps you’re uncertain about planning a painting from start to finish or tackling more complex subjects despite knowing watercolour techniques?

Aimee’s Fundamental Watercolour class is designed to guide you through these challenges, focusing on fundamental techniques and providing expert instruction and supportive feedback.

Each week Aimee guides the class through a different painting covering a wide range of subjects. She uses demonstrations and individual feedback to surprise you with the paintings you create. Aimee also provides printed notes on each painting tackled in class to enable you to review the skills you have learned at a later date.

Whether you’re a beginner or someone looking to refine and expand your skills, this course will equip you with the confidence to create stunning watercolour paintings. Join us and transform your frustration into artistic fulfilment.

Approximately 5 more people than those who RSVP here will be in attendance.

Purchase a term class or single sessions.