## TUESDAY 4PM-5PM. AGES 7-14

Join Brain Play for funfilled term of hands-on STEM learning at Mairangi Arts Centre!  
This term, our after-school programme introduces the theme: Inventors Lab.  

Throughout the term, students will take part in a series of hands-on challenges using coding, robotics, and creative technologies. With a focus on experimenting, building, and refining ideas, students will explore how technology can be used to solve problems and bring concepts to life.  

Each session offers something new, with open-ended projects and optional “extra for experts” extensions to challenge returning students and support different skill levels.  

Whether your child is just getting started or already confident with tech, this term offers a fun, engaging space to create, test ideas, and think like an inventor.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

**TUES** Ages: 7-14 ~ Throughout the term, students will take part in a series of hands-on challenges using coding, robotics, and creative technologies. With a focus on experimenting, building, and refining ideas, students will explore how technology can be used to solve problems and bring concepts to life.  

Afterschool STEM with Brain Play 

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## THURSDAY 4:30 - 6PM AGES: 8-15

Join Emmie in this imaginative class where students learn how to bring their stories to life through comics! We’ll explore the full process of comic creation, from developing concepts and characters to experimenting with story structure and drawing styles. Using traditional drawing methods, students will complete fun, creative projects that build their confidence in storytelling and illustration. With inspiration from a variety of comic artists and illustrators, this class encourages curiosity, creativity, and a personal touch in every student’s work.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 8-15**

Introduction to Comic Drawing with Emmie Wu

liyan dai

The teacher Emmie  is incredibly patient, gentle and warm-hearted. My child has made remarkable progress quickly.

**THURS** Ages : 8-15 ~ Join Emmie in this imaginative class where students learn how to bring their stories to life through comics! 

## THURSDAY 7-9:30PM. 4 WKS. LEVEL: ALL LEVELS

Join ceramic artist Sylvia Sinel in the pottery studio and learn about hand building, wheel throwing and various techniques of glazing. At the end of the course, you will have a selection of functional and decorative pieces to bring home. Lots of fun is guaranteed.  

Sylvia is a ceramic artist and sculptor who has recently relocated to the area.

She often uses wheel thrown pieces in her sculptural work. You can find out more about her and her practice on [www.sylviasinel.com](http://www.sylviasinel.com)

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**All of our ceramic courses fees include clay, glazes, tools and firings fees.**

You will receive an allocation of 4KG of clay for your 4 week course. 

• There is a size limit to the items fired, Oversized works will incur a firing fee*  
• There is a limit to the amount of glaze to be used (excessive glaze causes damage to our work areas) Repeated overuse incurs a fee due to damage to the kiln equipment.    

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To Note: Attendees requiring caregiver support must have their support person present for the entire duration of the session. Support persons who wish to make their own work must purchase their own spot in the class.

Pottery with Sylvia Sinel

Barry Smith

Great friendly class catering to all levels of skill.

**THURS 4WKS** Join Sylvia Sinel in the pottery studio and learn about hand building, wheel throwing and various techniques of glazing. 

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## FRIDAY 9:30AM-12:30PM. LEVEL: ALL LEVELS. NO TUTOR

Join our circle of friends and enjoy a morning of dabbling in your favourite medium.

All levels (able to work independently)

**FRI** Join our circle of friends and enjoy a morning of dabbling in your favourite medium.  All levels (able to work independently)

Painting with Friends Untutored 

## FRIDAY 4:30-6PM. AGES: 8-14

Using drawing and painting as the vehicle for storytelling, you will further develop skills in drawing and colour theory to create beautiful and expressive pieces. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride into your imagination! In each class, students will receive a fun and open prompt to begin creating their own work. Emmie offers individualized guidance throughout her classes to help students grow and improve their work

Emmie老师是罗德岛设计学院插画和珠宝专业的毕业生，她可以提供中英文双语教学

**Students must be within the stated ages: 8-14**

**FRI** Ages :8-14 ~ Using drawing and painting as the vehicle for storytelling, you will further develop skills in drawing, colour theory & more!

Drawing & Painting with Emmie Wu

## SATURDAY 10AM-11:30PM. AGES: 7-13

If you can draw a stick man, you can learn how to draw people! In this class, we will gather ideas and create stories through artwork. You will learn to transform simple lines and shapes into expressive characters and colourful scenes. Together, we'll practice fundamental drawing techniques and apply them to fun, hands-on creative projects. You'll be able to draw your own unique stories with confidence and creativity. Join us and start imagining—your artistic journey begins here!

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-13** 

**SAT** Ages : 7-13 ~If you can draw a stick man, you can learn how to draw people! In this class, we will gather ideas and create stories through artwork.

Drawing with Ying Chiu

## SATURDAY 10-11:30AM AGES: 7-12

Have you ever wanted to build your dream house from clay, or create your own lion, tiger, or hippopotamus?

In this fun and relaxed hand-building class, children are encouraged to use their imagination and create freely with clay. Together with tutor Will, we will explore, make, play, and enjoy the creative process by hand!

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-12**

**SAT** Ages : 7-12 ~  Join tutor Will In this fun and relaxed hand-building class, Where children are encouraged to use their imagination and create freely with clay. 

Crafty Clay Creations with Will Gu 

## SATURDAY 12-1:30PM. AGES: 13 - 19

Have you ever imagined drinking from a cup you made yourself, eating from your own bowl, or serving salad on your own handmade plate? Come join this relaxed wheel throwing class with Tutor Will Gu and experience the full journey of making pottery, from raw clay, wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing, all the way to the final firing.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 13-19**

**SAT** Ages: 13-19 ~ Come join this relaxed wheel throwing class and experience the full journey of making pottery from raw clay, wheel throwing, trimming, and glazing, all the way to the final firing. 

Teen Weekend Wheel Throwing with Will Gu 

## MONDAY 9:30AM-12:30PM LEVEL: ALL LEVELS

Mike’s class is a contemporary art class catering for all artistic styles. Every artist has a unique talent to offer, and the ability to produce exciting artistic works. Mike will work with you individually developing and extending your skill level and creative ability. -As artists we are entertainers introducing creative work for others to experience.

Contemporary Diversity with Mike Peebles

Elena  Adams 

Mike is a very good professional  teacher.
Very happy to have my  painting class  with him.

Vicki Jowsey

Mike is an awesome art tutor.  I have learnt a lot from him. He is genuinely interested in what you are doing.

**MON** Mike’s class is a contemporary art class catering for all artistic styles. Every artist has a unique talent to offer.

## MONDAY 4:30 - 6PM. AGES: 5-9

Join Emmie for a fun, skill building class full of experimentation and play! Students will explore the essentials of art making through fun activities that build confidence in drawing and painting. They’ll learn techniques while discovering how play and creativity go hand in hand.

We’ll take a deep dive into what makes art strong: exploring composition, colour, texture, and the use of different mediums. This class will be a great step for students to develop their skills that serve as a foundation to their original, expressive work.

Emmie老师是罗德岛设计学院插画和珠宝专业的毕业生，她可以提供中英文双语教学

**Students must be within the stated ages: 5-9**

**MON ** Ages :5-9 ~ Join Emmie for a fun, skill building class full of experimentation and play! Students will explore the essentials of art making through

Drawing & Painting Techniques with Emmie Wu

## MONDAY 6:30-9PM. AGES: 14+ 4 WEEKS, **LEVELS: BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE**

Discover the endless possibilities of ceramics in this fast-paced introductory course! Designed specifically for absolute beginners, this short-term class offers the perfect hands-on introduction to working with clay. You will spend half your time working on the wheel to throw functional vessels and the other half learning essential hand-building techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab construction. Beyond shaping, you will explore the different clay types and learn how to transform your pieces using vibrant underglazes, classic glazes, and creative surface textures. Leave with a solid foundation in pottery and your own handmade unique pieces!

**What You Will Learn**

• The Wheel: Centering, opening, and pulling up walls.  
• Hand-Building: Pinching, coiling, and working with slabs.  
• Clay Basics: Understanding different types of clay bodies.  
• Surface Design: Texturing, carving, and underglaze painting.  
• Finishing Touches: Glazing techniques for a durable finish.

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**All of our ceramic courses fees include clay, glazes, tools and firings fees.**

You will receive an allocation of 4KG of clay for your 4 week course. 

• There is a size limit to the items fired, Oversized works will incur a firing fee*  
• There is a limit to the amount of glaze to be used (excessive glaze causes damage to our work areas) Repeated overuse incurs a fee due to damage to the kiln equipment.    

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To Note: Attendees requiring caregiver support must have their support person present for the entire duration of the session. Support persons who wish to make their own work must purchase their own spot in the class.

**MON 4WKS AGES: 14+ ~**Dive into ceramics with this beginner-friendly course! You will be introduced with both wheel throwing and essential hand-building techniques. 

Clay Intro Combo: Hand & Wheel with Livia Mu 

## TUESDAY 4:30 - 6PM. AGES: 8-14

Take your crafting skills to the next level! In this class, students will explore the exciting world of design thinking, learning how to turn creative ideas into thoughtful, functional, and imaginative objects. We’ll experiment with hands on model making and create projects that range from toy design to jewellery, sculpture, and more. Perfect for young makers who love to design, build, and bring their ideas to life.

Emmie老师是罗德岛设计学院插画和珠宝专业的毕业生，她可以提供中英文双语教学。

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 8-14**

The Young Designer with Emmie Wu

Elsa Mao

I think the classes were very fun and that you could use your own imagination. But my favourite part about it was that as soon as you came to the classroom you could start designing and that the teacher doesn't talk for like half the lesson :)

**TUES** Ages : 8-14 ~ Take your crafting skills to the next level! In this class, students will explore the exciting world of design thinking!

Mairangi Arts Centre (MAC) is a vibrant, community based visual arts education facility and exhibition venue in Mairangi Bay on the North Shore. MAC receive over 20,000 visitors annually and is one of Auckland’s largest community art centres. The Gallery Store is situated within the reception area of our main exhibition space. Our mission is to provide a platform for MAC members, and local and regional New Zealand artists to sell their handmade small scale artworks. Artists must be New Zealand residents and over 15 years old. Consignment artworks are displayed in secured glass display cases that are opened and made accessible at viewers’ requests.   

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Artworks considered for consignment include small scale handmade artworks, jewellery, ceramics, glass, leather, limited edition prints, or other original creations. Exceptions will be considered at the discretion of the General Manager.  

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The initial term of consignment for the Gallery Store is to be four months, a set block of dates made by Mairangi Arts Centre Staff. Thereafter, consignment shall continue until the artist picks up all of the artworks, or Mairangi Arts Centre requests that the artist take back any or all of the artworks with which request the artist shall comply within 30 days.   

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Mairangi Arts Centre is staffed 6 days a week with the exception of public holidays. The turnover of the displays after each four month period will happen on the first weekday of the month. (If this falls on a public holiday, it will be the proceeding day).  

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The Gallery Store consignment fee for a four month period is $20 non- members / $15 MAC members for a half shelf or $40 non-members / $30 MAC Members for a full shelf, and a 30% + GST commission for any sold works. Upon sale, a payment to the artists will be made to the artist via electronic transfer at end of the month.

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**Please note:** Shelf placements are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis as shelves become free when artists remove their work. Priority for current shelves is given to returning artists, and we cannot ask an artist to move from their shelf to accommodate someone new.

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**Application Process:**  
Please select the session, filll out the information, pay the fee and email product images to [office@mairangiarts.co.nz](mailto:office@mairangiarts.co.nz). Your consignment proposal will be considered by the manager at Mairangi Arts Centre and artists will be notified of the outcome of their application a few days after. Incomplete applications can not be considered. If your application is accepted, you will be contacted by the Manager of Mairangi Arts Centre and sent full terms and conditions. on the rare occasion your application has been denied we will entirely refund the cost of the ticket purchased.

**Gallery Store Shelf Hire 1st Jul - 31 Oct**: Ready to get your art seen and sold? Secure your secured glass display case shelf with MAC! Fixed 4-month terms. Spots are limited—book yours now!

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Artist Contact Number

Artist Email Address 

Art / Product Medium 

Description of Artwork/ Products to be Sold

Bank Account Number for Artist Payments

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## WEDNESDAY 10AM-12:30PM. 4 WEEKS. LEVELS: BEGINNER  / INTERMEDIATE

In these classes you will be introduced into hand building and making practical items that can be used in the home or as decorations.

You will also be slowly introduced to creating on the pottery wheel.

Note: These are short courses. A chance to see if you love working with clay (which is highly likely).

All materials and firings are included in your course fee.

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**All of our ceramic courses fees include clay, glazes, tools and firings fees.**

You will receive an allocation of 4KG of clay for your 4 week course. 

• There is a size limit to the items fired, Oversized works will incur a firing fee*  
• There is a limit to the amount of glaze to be used (excessive glaze causes damage to our work areas) Repeated overuse incurs a fee due to damage to the kiln equipment.    

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To Note: Attendees requiring caregiver support must have their support person present for the entire duration of the session. Support persons who wish to make their own work must purchase their own spot in the class.

Have a go with clay! With Jill Mcnaughton 

Jessica Zhang

Tom  Roberts 

Enjoyed making animals with Jill
Thank you 

Cathryn Davey

Jill is a fantastic tutor and has so much experience that she passes on each time in class. Constantly learning and loving the class!

Jen Boyd

I really enjoyed this course (so much so, that I signed up for a second one). It is great for building confidence to expiriment and be creative with clay, either constructing works by hand or using the pottery wheel. 

**WED 4 WKS.** Have a go at handbuilding and wheel throwing to make sculptural work. 

## WEDNESDAY 1-4PM. LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED.

 **Prior to finalizing enrollment, You must email examples of your artworks to [info@mairangiarts.co.nz](mailto:info@mairnagiarts.co.nz)**  This class is not for beginners. It is best suited for pupils who already possess an appreciation of the basics and wish to progress to the next level of proficiency.

Each week the challenges become greater.  They will be introduced to the work of artists who have broken new ground and challenged to emulate them. In the process Brian will demonstrate each phase of the painting whilst students follow him stroke for stroke until the painting is completed. He will demonstrate the correct value, the correct hue and the correct shape. He will do this also at the correct speed.

The emphasis is on the Alla Prima method which is the way to preserve an unadulterated picture surface.

Big brushes (preferably one stroke flats) and two pallets are required in order to preserve the quality of the picture surface.

**Click here to view an exhibition of Brian’s work: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u27LVIiIj78](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u27LVIiIj78)**

Watercolour with Brian Millard

Kasia Malinowska

I’ve been attending Brian’s watercolour class for about three years now. Before joining, I had only dabbled in watercolor through YouTube tutorials, but Brian’s approach is on a completely different level — professional, structured, and rooted in traditional technique.

His teaching style is very old-school in the best possible way, helping students develop solid habits from the ground up. He’s famous for his “one stroke only” rule, which trains you to be precise and prevents your paintings from becoming overworked or muddy. 

We explore a wide range of subjects, so every week feels fresh and inspiring. The group itself is also very welcoming and friendly, making the class both enjoyable and motivating.

I always look forward to my Wednesday afternoons — they’ve become one of the most fulfilling parts of my week. I highly recommend Brian’s class to anyone interested in developing their art skills and deepening their appreciation for watercolour painting.

Wendy  Oey

I have attended Brian's class for 18mths now and have painted subjects I have never painted before and actually thought that I couldn't paint. I have learnt about other artists and their styles, both NZ and overseas. I have been challenged with new techniques, from underpainting to the final darks, painting people and buildings as subjects, as I only ever did landscapes, and using whimseys to stir the imagination. The classes have been fun, and the members all encourage each other. I have learnt a lot from Brian's demonstrations, and he encourages me to keep learning and extending myself. 

Sue  Morrison

I have been attending Brian Millard’s Wednesday afternoon watercolour class for four years. Thanks to Brian’s tuition, my skills and experience have grown to a level that gives me confidence to attempt any subject. Group members also provide a fun, supportive environment.

George  Deeb 

I am George Deeb, a retiree of 73 years of age and living in Auckland on the North Shore.

I joined the Mairangi Bay Art Centre approximately five years ago when I completed a drawing course and a course in acrylic art before I became interested in watercolour art.

Approximately three years ago I started a watercolour class with Brian Millard – I have completed three such courses with Brian, all of which I have thoroughly enjoyed. 

I have found Brian to be, not only a very competent watercolourist himself,  but a competent and wonderful teacher with a vast knowledge of the subjects he sets for painting in class, as well as the artists he has chosen for the class to paint.

I have enjoyed my time with Brian and have learnt much in  the art of watercolour painting with him.

Martine  Goodacre

I’ve been attending Brian’ Millard’s watercolour classes for 5 years, and I’ve learnt more here than in any other art class I’ve taken. Brian is incredibly passionate about art and so generous with his knowledge. Every session offers something new, from understanding composition to mastering techniques. It’s been an inspiring and rewarding journey.

Judith  Eyton 

I first began classes with Brian Millard in 2016 and have been with the class consistently from that time on.  I started with great trepidation but Brian's very personable and knowledgeable approach set me off in the right direction.  His 'one stroke' mantra is our guiding principle and we all strive to stay on track.  I have attended outside workshops from time to time and one of the important things I've learned is that we are extremely fortunate to have a tutor of Brian's calibre and expertise guiding us in our watercolour endeavours.   Our classes are based on the study of works by other artists and Brian's insights from his long association with the medium.  Brian selects a theme for each term and this concentrates our thinking and approach with regard to format, composition and value....all the difficult areas when it comes to producing your own work as of course, this is the goal, to encourage us to undertake our own artistic expression.  I look forward to many more classes with Brian at the helm.

Jeanette Lomas

I always look forward to my class every week & have learnt so much from Brian. I look forward to next term. The rest of the team in class are friendly, it’s a joy!

**WED** Brian’s class is where you will develop proficiency in watercolour, this is the class that delivers results. Many pupils gain professional status

Do you have experience in Watercolour/ Drawing foundations?

You will need to send examples of your work to info@mairangiarts.co.nz atleast 48 hours before showing up to the class. We will send these to Brian who will see what your foundations and proficiency are. If you have done this step with us in prior terms you can disregard this note*

## **WEDNESDAY 4:30 - 6PM. AGES: 7-12**

Join tutor Jill McNaughton where in this fun class Kids will explore and develop their own creative ideas through the medium of clay. These sessions will include, hand building and decorating.

There are so many ways to create a sculpture and in this class kids will learn to use a bit of innovative thinking to achieve their creative goals.

**Students must be within the stated age range of 7 - 12 Years Old.**

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**WED** Ages: 7-12 ~ Join tutor Jill McNaughton where in this fun class Kids will explore and develop their own creative ideas through the medium of clay. 

 Clay, Play & Create with Jill McNaughton

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## TUESDAY 9:15-11:45AM OR THURSDAY 9:30AM-12PM. LEVEL: BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE

Come and join Michelle Garner for a Sketching and drawing course. Let's get that sketch book going and develop skills with pencil, pen, watercolour and charcoal creating lively drawings with expressive use of line and mark making. We will learn more about tone, contrast, colour and form, looking at multiple different genres such as landscape, botanical, objects, animals.

Lively Sketching with Pen & Wash with Michelle Male

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Lively Sketching with Pen & Wash with Michelle Garner

Jennifer Cook

Fabulous friendly and very informative class

Lively Watercolour with Michelle Garner

Nicky Graves

Michelle is a great teacher, doing step by step demonstrations and giving advice as we work.  A fun, engaging and lively class indeed, whilst building our skills every week.  

Karen Jasani

A complete newbie to watercolours and I thoroughly enjoyed every week and what new techniques and creations we would learn all at our own pace with excellent instruction.  My favourite day of the week! 

Mary Metcalf

Really enjoyed by Watercolour class with Michelle Male.  Lovely, informative, helpful tutor, super studio, lots of light and space.

Linda Whitcombe

Michelle is a wonderful teacher who has inspired me to start painting again. Her demonstrations of watercolour techniques and her  step by step approach is really helpful. I have enjoyed the relaxed and friendly atmosphere in her class .

Michelle is an excellent tutor and a skilled watercolour artist. She provides step by step demonstrations of techniques needed and is very encouraging . Her lessons are very well prepared and she achieves really good results from her students.  I have really enjoyed being part of her art class. 


Kathy Knott

Suzanne Gordon

This class has a welcoming environment and a attentive professional tutor.

**TUES OR THURS** Let's get that sketch book going and develop skills with pencil, pen, watercolour and charcoal creating lively drawings,

## THURSDAY 12:30-3PM LEVEL: BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE

Come and experiment with acrylics with Michelle Garner. We will cover colour, brush technique, composition, looking at tonal values to create better paintings whilst having fun on the way with lots of demos. We will look at developing your paintings. Subject matter will include portraits, landscapes and lots more.

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 Acrylic Splash with Michelle Garner

Brenda Curtis

The class, tutor and classmates all delightful. I loved Michelle's calm creative lessons. Her music, her patience. It was lovely and relaxing to sit in her room and paint away. Thank you.
The proof of that was that seldom did her students leave the room to get a cup of tea!

Lesley Robinson

This having been my first experience painting with acrylic’s. I learnt so much under Michelle’s guidance. Really enjoyed the class and meeting with others in same.  Time seemed to fly. My advice would be to. “Give it a try”. 

**THURS** Experiment with acrylics with Michelle. We will cover colour, brush technique, composition, looking at tonal values to create better paintings.

Join Emmie for a fun day of beading! You will be creating your favourite animal out of beads and wire, to turn them into wearable accessories, or mini sculptures. All levels are welcome, Emmie will assist you every step of the way.

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**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

MON 28th SEPT~ AGES: 7-14 | Join Emmie for a fun day of beading! You will be creating your favourite animal out of beads and wire!

Beaded Animals with Emmie Wu 

Join Sylvia for the day and learn how to design and make your own Halloween decorations. We will use lots of various fun and interesting materials in the making, and you will walk home with a few different designs to pimp your room or use during trick or treat adventures.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

MON 28th SEPT ~ AGES: 7-14 | Join Sylvia for the day and learn how to design and make your own Halloween decorations, you will walk home with a few different designs to pimp your room or use during trick or treat adventures!

Funky Halloween Fun with Sylvia Sinel

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Celebrate the colours and new life of spring in this fun, nature-inspired ceramics workshop! Kids will use the slab-building technique to construct their own vase or plant pot, learning how to shape and join clay slabs to create a functional ceramic piece.  

They’ll then transform their creation into a miniature spring garden by hand-building and adding flowers, leaves, vines, bugs and other botanical details. Kids can experiment with texture, pattern and colour to create a wonderfully unique piece inspired by everything that comes to life in spring!

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**Students must be within the stated Ages : 5-12**

MON 28th SEPT ~ AGES: 5 -12 | Celebrate spring by creating your own Spring Garden Pot or Vase! Kids will use the slab-building technique to construct their piece before decorating it with hand-built flowers, leaves, vines, bugs and other botanical details.

Spring Garden Pots & Vases with Rix Meaker 

### ***A device is required (iPad, tablet, laptop, Chromebook all fine), please email [info@brainplay.co.nz](mailto:info@brainplay.co.nz) if you will need to hire one.***

Get ready to design, build, test and improve with Team Brain Play! Young engineers will take on a variety of exciting hands-on challenges, which may include constructing catapults, protecting an egg from an epic moon drop, and designing bridges that can stand up to the ultimate strength test. Students will explore forces, structures and motion while developing creative thinking, teamwork and real-world engineering skills.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-12**

MON 28 SEPT ~ AGES: 7-12 | Design it. Build it. Test it! Take on engineering challenges like catapults, egg drops and bridge building while discovering how forces and structures shape the world around us. ***REQUIRES DEVICE, HIRE AVAILABLE*** 

Extraordinary Engineers! with Brain Play

The newest beast contest is on! Join Emmie for a day of creating the beast of your dreams through exploring drawing, painting, and mixed media. Is your beast the fiercest, coolest, bravest, funniest, tallest, longest... or maybe handsomest?

  
**Students must be within the stated Ages : 5-12**

TUES 29th SEPT ~  AGES: 5-12 | The newest beast contest is on! Join Emmie for a day of creating the beast of your dreams through exploring drawing, painting.

What a Beast! with Emmie Wu 

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Join tutor Chloe where in this class we will design and paint a personalised 2027 calendar using fun watercolour techniques. Kids will explore seasonal themes, colours, and creativity while creating a beautiful calendar to use all year.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 10-17**

TUES 29th SEPT ~ AGES: 10-17 | Kids will explore seasonal themes, colours, and creativity while creating a beautiful calendar to use all year.

Colour My Calendar with Chloe Lam

Design and decorate a patchwork-style lampshade using a selection of colourful fabrics, ribbons, lace and trims. Children will experiment with different patterns and textures before creating a matching animal pal to go with their finished lamp. At the end of the workshop, they’ll take home a practical handmade piece for their room and a small companion of their own.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

Curious Clay Creatures with Liam Addison 

Aidan  Lam

TUES 29th SEPT~ AGES: 7-14  | Mix fabrics, ribbons and trims to create a lampshade full of colour and personality. Then make a matching animal pal to complete the set.

Patchwork Lampshade & Animal Pal with Velora Studios

Childs Name

Celebrate the colours and new life of spring in this fun, nature-inspired ceramics workshop! Kids will use the slab-building technique to construct their own vase or plant pot, learning how to shape and join clay slabs to create a functional ceramic piece.  

They’ll then transform their creation into a miniature spring garden by hand-building and adding flowers, leaves, vines, bugs and other botanical details. Kids can experiment with texture, pattern and colour to create a wonderfully unique piece inspired by everything that comes to life in spring!

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**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

TUES 29th SEPT ~ AGES: 7 -14 | A whole day of calm, creative fun with clay! Kids can make their own pottery pet: choose a llama, hedgehog, sheep, cat or invent their own. Then at home, add chia, cress or catnip to bring it to life!

Chia Seed Pottery Pet with Michelle O'Loughlin 

Do you like toys that move? We will be exploring the world of wind-up toys, and uncovering the mechanisms that make them move. Join Emmie for a super exciting day of crafting and take home your very own toy!

  
**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

WED 30th SEPT ~ AGES: 7-14 | Do you like toys that move? We will be exploring the world of wind-up toys, and uncovering the mechanisms that make them move. 

Wind-Up Toys with Emmie Wu 

Join Liam Addison and put your comic making skills to the test! Can you draw, ink and build a comic for a class? Liam will show you the best techniques to use when making short form comic stories and give you the chance to take home your very own comic book!

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

WED 30th SEPT ~ AGES: 7-14 | Kids will explore seasonal themes, colours, and creativity while creating a beautiful calendar to use all year.

Build A Comic with Liam Addison

Join us for a full day of pipe cleaner crafting. We’ll shape and assemble colourful flowers, leaves and stems to create an everlasting pot plant, then make a cute animal pal to sit alongside it. Children can choose their own colours and add personal details, leaving at the end of the day with two handmade creations ready to display at home.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

WED 30th SEPT~ AGES: 7-14  | Spend the day creating a colourful pot plant that will never need watering. You’ll also make a cute pipe cleaner animal pal to keep it company.

Pipe Cleaner Pot Plant & Animal Pal with Velora Studios

WED 30th SEPT ~ AGES: 5 -12 | Celebrate spring by creating a beautiful Bees, Bugs & Butterflies ceramic wall hanging! Kids will use the slab-building technique, then hand-build their own clay insects, flowers, leaves and other botanical details to bring their artwork to life.

Bees, Bugs & Butterflies with Rix Meaker 

Join Emmie for a day of bringing the magic of forests to life with acrylic paint. The ability to create the illusion of space in painting is often difficult to understand, and we will be building that skillset in this class. Through step by step demonstration and in depth explanations we will paint beautiful forests on canvas. 

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7 - 14**

THURS 1st OCT~ AGES: 7-14 | Join Emmie for a day of bringing the magic of forests to life with acrylic paint. The ability to create the illusion of space in painting is often difficult to understand, and we will be building that skillset in this class

Into the Forest with Emmie Wu

Join Liam Addison and bring your crazy, spooky or silly creature ideas to life using Polymer clay! Sculpt using fun techniques and colors to make sharp teeth, big eyes or monster horns!  Bring those sculpting hands and let your imagination run wild! 

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 5-12**

THUR 1st OCT~ AGES: 5-12  | Join Liam Addison and sculpt curious creatures with polymer clay! Moulding, building and creating your very own little creature with Clay and Paint!

Perfect for creative kids aged 5–12, this fun and colorful workshop lets children design, build, and decorate their very own musical wind chime. It is the perfect way to spend a morning crafting, socializing, and making a beautiful piece of art to hang in the garden or a bedroom window.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 5-12**

THUR 1st OCT ~ AGES: 5-12 | Join tutor Livia in this fun and colorful workshop where children design, build, and decorate their very own musical wind chime. 

 Whimsical Wind Chimes with Livia Mu 

Join tutor Michelle and get ready to take your clay skills to the next level? This school holiday workshop is for older kids and young makers who already have some experience with clay and want to create something they can actually use. Choose from fun and useful kitchen pieces such as a butter dish, noodle bowl, spoon rest, egg box or fruit washer.  

You’ll make up to three kitchen creations, learn more advanced hand-building techniques, then paint and decorate your pieces before they are glazed and fired. A fun, hands-on day to experiment, get creative and make your own unique kitchenware. you'll have something you can use every day or gift to someone else.

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**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

THURS 1st OCT ~ AGES: 7 -14 | This 1 day programme is for kids with some pottery experience, this hands on workshop is all about making up to three fun and useful kitchen pieces, painting and decorating them, then leaving them with us to glaze and fire, so you can take home your very own handmade kitchen creations!

Clay Kitchen Creations with Michelle O'Loughlin 

Your Mum says;'What's happened to your sock! It's not in the wash! Today you will write and illustrate a funny story about an elf (or a fairy) who steals socks. In the morning we will write our story then in the afternoon, do the illustrations to go with it.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 5-12**

FRI 2nd OCT~ AGES: 5-12 | Your Mum says; 'What's happened to your sock! It's not in the wash! Today you will write and illustrate a funny story about an elf (or a fairy) who steals socks.

The Sock Thief with Susannah MacDonald

Spend the day making a collection of Halloween accessories and decorations. We’ll create a fluffy pipe cleaner puppy, design a spooky headband and finish with a matching magic wand using colourful pipe cleaners, ribbons and Halloween decorations. Children will take home three pieces that they can wear, play with and use for their Halloween celebrations.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

FRI 2nd OCT ~ AGES: 7-14  | Spend the day making a collection of Halloween accessories and decorations. Children will take home three pieces that they can wear, play with and use for their Halloween celebrations.

Halloween Magic with Velora Studios

Step behind the pottery wheel and experience the magic of making art from a spinning lump of clay! This workshop is designed specifically for ages 10–17 to "have a go" in a supportive, creative environment. No experience needed! just bring your creativity and prepare to get beautifully messy! You will learn how to center, pull, and shape spinning clay to create your very own unique ceramic bowls or cups. Perfect for beginners! 

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Notes: Please be noted long nails would need to be trimmed before come to the workshop, as they will "cut" into the clay. Bring an apron if you have one, or choose an old clothes you don't mind get messy.

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**Students must be within the stated Ages : 10-17**

**FRI 2 OCT~ AGES 10-17** This hands-on workshop invites participants to try their hand at the pottery wheel. Guided by an expert instructor, the session covers how to center clay, shape a unique pot or bowl, and use professional tools. No experience is needed, and participants get to keep their custom ceramic creations.

Practicing the Pottery Wheel With Livia Mu

### ***A device is required WITH MINECRAFT INSTALLED (iPad, tablet, laptop, Chromebook all fine), PLEASE ENSURE THIS IS INSTALLED PRIOR TO ARRIVING AT THE SESSION, please email [info@brainplay.co.nz](mailto:info@brainplay.co.nz) if you will need to hire a device.*** 

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Become a Habitat Hero and discover the science behind the natural world through Minecraft! Young explorers will investigate different biomes, discover how animals and plants depend on their environments, and learn what makes a healthy habitat. They’ll put their knowledge into action by designing and building habitats in Minecraft, tackling environmental challenges and creating spaces where wildlife can thrive.  

Explore amazing biomes and become a Habitat Hero! Discover what plants and animals need to survive, then design and build thriving habitats in Minecraft.  

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-12**

FRI 2nd OCT ~ AGES: 7-12 |Explore amazing biomes and become a Habitat Hero! Discover what plants and animals need to survive, then design and build thriving habitats in Minecraft. ***REQUIRES DEVICE & MINECRAFT, HIRE AVAILABLE*** 

Habitat Heroes: Minecraft Design Lab with Brain Play

Do you like bugs? Me too! Join Emmie for a day in the vibrant world of bug friends. You will learn all about using recyclable materials, our multi-legged friends, and of course make lots of them!

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 5-12**

MON 5th OCT~ AGES: 7-14 Do you like bugs? Me too! Join Emmie for a deep dive into the vibrant world of creating bug friends.

Bug Friends with Emmie Wu 

Join Sylvia in the studio and design a miniature spooky halloween houses or spooky structure! We will work with lots of materials to create the house and interior, then make spooky characters to live in it. Lots of fun is guaranteed. 

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

MON 5th OCT ~ AGES: 7-14 | Join Sylvia in the studio and design a miniature spooky halloween house. We will work with lots of materials to create the house and interior, then make spooky characters to live in it.

Spooky Structures & Haunted Homes with Sylvia Sinel

In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to build a sturdy wire armature (skeleton) and layer it with vibrant, colorful clay to bring their imagination to life. From whimsical animals to abstract figures, you will master the basics of form, balance, and texture while creating a unique sculpture to take home.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 5-12**

MON 5th OCT ~ AGES: 5-12 | In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to build a sturdy wire armature (skeleton) and layer it with vibrant, colorful clay to bring their imagination to life.

Wire & Whimsy: Mixed-Media Clay Sculpting with Livia Mu

Get ready for some spooky clay fun in this creative Halloween ceramics workshop! Kids will learn how to use the slab-building technique to construct their very own haunted Halloween hat. They can shape, texture and decorate their hat with all sorts of creepy details—from ghosts, bats and pumpkins to spiders, spooky faces and anything else their imagination dreams up.  
  
Cut-outs can also be incorporated into the design so that, once fired, the finished hat can be used as a magical Halloween luminary. Simply place an LED tea light inside and watch the spooky details glow!

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**Students must be within the stated Ages : 10-17**

MON 5th OCT ~ AGES: 10 -17 | Create your own spooky Haunted Halloween Hat using the slab-building technique! Kids will shape and decorate their hats with creepy textures, cut-outs and Halloween-inspired details. 

Haunted Halloween Hats with Rix Meaker 

Join Emmie for a day of wire jewellery making! You will be making necklaces, rings, brooches, tiaras, and more. All materials supplied, everyone is welcome!

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**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

TUES 6th OCT~ AGES: 7-14 | Join Emmie for a day of wire jewellery making! You will be making necklaces, rings, brooches & tiaras.

Wire Jewellery with Emmie Wu 

Create a character-inspired canvas using paint, fabric and soft plush materials. Children will build their artwork in layers, adding fluffy textures, facial details and decorative elements to give the character a three-dimensional finish. Everyone will leave with a colourful canvas artwork that is ready to hang or display at home.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 7-14**

TUES 6th OCT~ AGES: 7-14  | Bring a favourite character off the page with paint, texture and soft plush materials. Create a colourful 3D canvas artwork ready to hang at home.