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4 Week Classes and Workshops -
Times & Dates

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Basic Painting Classes
Tuesdays 
1pm - 3pm

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$60 for four weeks - materials included​

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Start Date: 10th November - 1st December 2026

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We will have a selection of photo images to chose from to create your special masterpiece.

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Core skills and techniques covered:

  • Brushwork techniques for applying water based paint with brushes.

  • Colour Theory: Understanding how colors work together, and mixing colours

  • Composition: How to arrange elements within a painting to create a balanced and effective image.

  • Perspective: Techniques for creating the illusion of three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional surface.

  • Varnishing: How to apply a final protective coat to a finished painting. ​

    Materials packs can be provided for $65 extra, or you can bring your own using our supply list.

     

Enquire: Lxmartist73@gmail.com

mob: 027 3377 046​

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Portrait & Pet Painting Thurs
Thursdays 1pm - 3pm

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$60 for four weeks - materials included

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Start Date: 13th November - 3rd December 2026​

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Working from mirrors for a self- portrait, or bring along a photo of your special subject, person or pet to create.

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Discover the joy of portrait painting in a relaxed, friendly setting.

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Over four fun-filled sessions, learn essential techniques for facial proportions, colour mixing, brushwork and bringing your subject to life.

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Beginners and experienced painters are welcome, with step-by-step guidance tailored to your pace and style.

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Unwind, get creative and enjoy connecting with fellow art lovers in a beautiful coastal setting!

Materials packs can be provided for $65 extra, or you can bring your own using our supply list.

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​Enquire: Lxmartist73@gmail.com

mob: 027 3377 046

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Floral Montage Painting
Tuesdays 10am - 12pm

$150 for four weeks - materials extra​

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Enquiries taken

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Create your own special floral montage painting inspired by the beauty and joy of nature.

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From delicate daisies to bold sunflowers, you’ll learn techniques to paint petals, layers, and blooms bursting with colour and life.

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Guided step by step, you’ll explore composition, texture, and flow with water based paints to bring together a vibrant bouquet on canvas
- a celebration of nature’s endless charm and creativity.

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Materials packs can be provided for $65 extra, or you can bring your own using our supply list.

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Choose from a:
standard canvas: 
356 x 457mm

or round canvas 400 x 400mm

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Enquire: Lxmartist73@gmail.com

mob: 027 3377 046​

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Introduction to Drawing
Wednesdays 1pm - 3pm

$150 for four weeks - materials extra

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Enquiries taken 

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Learn to see, feel, and express through line and texture. In this hands-on class, you’ll explore the fundamentals of mark making and sketching — discovering how simple lines, dots, and patterns can grow into expressive drawings full of depth and character. With gentle, step-by-step guidance, you’ll experiment with different tools and materials, developing confidence and a personal touch in your work.

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  • Fundamentals of Mark Making: Discover how to create a range of expressive lines, marks, and textures to bring energy and life to your drawings.

  • Explore Tools & Materials: Play with pencils, pens, ink, paint, and even found objects to uncover new ways of creating marks.

  • Drawing Techniques:  Learn shading and texture techniques like hatching and cross-hatching, and explore how line weight adds depth and emotion to your sketches.​

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Material packs can be provided for $65: Sketch pad, 4B pencil, 6B pencil, stick charcoal, black conte, rubber.

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Enquire: Lxmartist73@gmail.com

mob: 027 3377 046

Materials -
Set-up Art Pack for Painting Classes - $65


A standard set of materials can be provided, or you can bring your own equivalent.
Pack contains the following:

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  • Taclon brushes round set 3 filament:
    x1 round bristle #10
    x1 taclon #0 natural point
    x1 taclon #04 point
    X1 taclon #08 point

 

  • x1 set of 12 x12ml tubes Gouache
     

  • x1 tube global acrylic raw sienna
     

  • x1 Studio Canvas ¾ 14 x 18”
    (350 x 450mm)

Book an Art Class at LXM Shed:

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Places are limited to 6 people per class.

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To book your place or for further information:

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Enquire Here​

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or phone: 027 3377 046
e: Lxmartist73@gmail.com
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I look forward to meeting you.

Happy Creating!

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LXM Artist Studio

1807 Russell Road Helena Bay

RD4 Hikorangi

0184

New Zealand

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e: lxmartist73@gmail.com

p: +64 027 337 7046

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