Painting intensive: portraits @ Ultimo Community Centre

Join our 4-hour Sunday workshop, designed for beginners or anyone looking to improve their skills in painting portraits. Learn how to capture the likeness of your friends and family with step-by-step guidance in a relaxed setting.

Led by an expert tutor, you'll learn about basic painting techniques, facial proportions, and colour mixing in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. 

Bring a quality head and shoulder colour photo of your chosen subject—a cherished friend or family member and discover how to turn a simple photograph into a portrait that expresses their unique character. 

All materials are provided - all you need to bring is your portrait colour photo of choice.  

• Intimate class size: maximum 10 students 

• Level: for beginner level students 16+years, no experience necessary 

• Bring: yourself and an apron – all art materials provided

• Wear: enclosed shoes (no sandals or thongs) and comfortable clothing  

Check out all our painting and drawing Sunday workshops

We aim to present inclusive and accessible events. If you have any particular access or communication needs please contact Pine Street Creative Arts Centre on 02 9265 9333 or pinestreet@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au.

Bookings can be cancelled up to 7 days before the start of your course. Cancellations made after this will not be refunded. For more information see our terms and conditions.

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