## What does this look like?

Sensory friendly hours are provided for children who may be neurodivergent (ASD, ADHD, etc.) and / or experience sensory processing differences. The space is intentionally calm, flexible and supportive- allowing each child to engage in the activity in ways that feel comfortable and meaningful to them.

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Art activities have been adapted to meet a range of abilities, with options for modifying tools, materials, and expectations. Extra support is available for children who may benefit from help with sequencing, transitions, or understanding task steps while still encouraging independence and self expression.

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The workshop prioritises a safe and inclusive environment where children can explore creativity without pressure. Sensory friendly adjustments, predictable routines, and a responsive and supportive approach ensure that each child can participate at their own pace, build confidence and experience success in their creativity.

## **Enchanted Upcycling: Hidden Village Workshop**

Join us for this unique community project to create miniature houses for a hidden village. This family friendly initiative invites ages 5 yrs+ —from master crafters to first-time tinkerers—to build and create a secret world, encouraging exploration and eco-friendly imagination.

### **The Mission**

We are foraging natural materials and collecting recyclables and transforming them into a village of miniature, **weather-resistant** homes. By using branches, air dry clay and decorative items, we’ll create durable outdoor art pieces to be hidden along our walking trail for a community-wide scavenger hunt.

** SAT 2ND MAY & 9TH MAY ** AGES: 5 yrs + Caregivers Must Attend. Sensory friendly hours are provided for children who may be neurodivergent (ASD, ADHD, etc.) and / or experience sensory processing differences

Sensory Friendly: Hidden Village Workshops

This will be a flexible, combined drawing and painting class that covers different drawing and painting techniques. There will be a strong focus on the principles of realistic drawing and painting, such as gesture, proportion, value, form, and shape design. Students are welcome to work in any drawing medium, acrylics, or oils. Suitable for beginners and intermediate.

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Suitable: Beginners to intermediate level.

 **WED** This introductory class explores different drawing and painting techniques, with a focus on fundamental drawing principles necessary to realistic art

Classical Drawing & Painting Fundamentals with Brooke Duffield 

\*\*TWO OPTIONS: TUES OR THURS MORNING\*\* 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 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 .

**TUES & THURS* **2 BOOKING OPTIONS** Let's get that sketch book going and develop skills with pencil, pen, watercolour and charcoal creating lively drawings,

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.

Level: Beginner, Intermediate

 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!

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

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**

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

Introduction to Comic Drawing with Emmie Wu

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Join tutor Susannah MacDonald where students will have fun making art with paint, pastels, crayons, collage and mixed media. Children must have started school to be able to join this class.

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

Lets Draw & Paint with Susannah MacDonald 

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**THUR** Ages : 5-9 ~ Join tutor Susannah MacDonald where students will have fun making art with paint, pastels, crayons, collage and mixed media.

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 

Looking for a creative escape to kick off your weekend? Our Friday Craft Club is the perfect spot for makers aged 16-25 to hang out, share ideas, and get some work done on their latest projects.

Whether you're into upcycling, scrapbooking, embroidery, or model building, come vibe with other young creatives in a relaxed, low-pressure space. 

## The Details

- Individual Sessions: Book whatever works for you!
- Dates: Every Friday, April 24 – June 19
- Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Cost: Free But you must book your spot

## Materials & Tools

- BYO Project: Bring your own base materials and consumables (fabrics, beads, sketchbook, etc.).
- Our Gear: You’ll have full access to the Centre’s tools during the session. ( Cricut Maker, Chompsaw, Heat Press, Hot Glue Guns, Gelli Transfer Pad, Silk screen *for use with stencils* Screen-printing Squeegees.)
- Top-Ups: Running low on supplies? We’ll have a small selection of consumables available for purchase if you need an extra bit of material, vinyl, glue, or paper!

> Note: Space is limited to keep things comfortable, so make sure to reserve your place early!

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Looking for a creative escape to kick off your weekend? Our Free Makers Meet Up is the perfect spot for makers aged 16-25 to hang out, share ideas, and get some work done on their latest projects!

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Weekly Makers Meet Up with Caitlin Palmer

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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

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

\*\*2 BOOKING OPTIONS: SAT MORN OR AFT\*\* Join tutor Sylvia Sinel, fire your imagination and learn new hand-building techniques in this class. You will be encouraged to explore and develop your own creative & crafty clay creations and use your great ideas to produce new and amazing end results that you can treasure forever.

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

**SAT MORN OR SAT AFT** **2 BOOKING OPTIONS**Ages : 7-12 ~ Join tutor Sylvia Sinel, fire your imagination and learn new hand-building techniques in this class. 

Crafty Clay Creations with Sylvia Sinel 

Let your imagination run wild with clay! Join tutor Jin In this fun and creative class, where young young artists will explore hand-building techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slab building to create imaginative figures, small sculptures, and unique clay objects.  Students will also have the opportunities to try the potter’s wheel. All materials are supplied by the centre.

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**Students must be within the stated age range of 12 - 17 Years Old.** 

**SUN** Ages: 12-17 ~ Join tutor Jin in this class where young artists will explore hand-building techniques & also have the opportunities to try the potter’s wheel!

Sculpt & Spin with Jin MacCulloch

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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.

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

Contemporary Diversity with Mike Peebles

Join us for a Term of Fun with clay! This class is designed to let kids’ creativity flow while learning the basic techniques of Hand-building, like pinch pots, coil building, slab construction and using molds. The kids will create, then decorate and glaze their forever creations, that they could keep to themselves, or gift to family or friends. Beginner and returning students all welcome!

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

**MON** Ages : 5-12 ~ Clay fun with Livia Mu! Learn the clay hand-building technique while creating you own ceramic artwork.

Creative Clay Fun with Livia Mu 

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

\*\*TWO OPTIONS: MON OR WED AFTERSCHOOL\*\* This class will be for kids to discover different techniques, methods, and mediums, to find what they enjoy working with most. We will explore a range of mediums, such as charcoal, acrylic, and oil pastels, through subjects such as landscape, animals, and still life. We will learn to hone our eye through practicing fundamental drawing principles, such as proportion, shape, and form.

**Students must be within the stated Ages : 8-12**

**MON & WED ** Ages : 8-12 ~Have fun learning to see in a new way! Kids will learn a variety of techniques, methods, and mediums, through drawing and painting. 

Fun with Fundamentals with Brooke Duffield

\*\*TWO OPTIONS: MONDAY EVE & WED AFTERNOON\*\* In this class, we will learn concepts and techniques that will help us improve our portrait painting skills, using the Old Masters’ works as references. We will discuss concepts such as light, form, colour, and block-in strategies for accurate proportions & will study the characteristics of the different features and how they relate to the whole of the head. We will practice two portraits -- one in grisaille (monochrome), where there will be a strong focus on tone and form, and another using a limited palette, where we will introduce colour concepts. There is also the option to work on a personal portrait if you would prefer that to an Old Master work.

*Suitable for beginners with some painting experience or intermediate artists wishing to refine their portrait techniques.*

 **MON & WED:** **2 BOOKING OPTIONS** We will use the artworks of the Old Masters to study and learn from. We will discuss concepts such as light, form & more

Oil Portrait Painting: Studies with Old Masters with Brooke Duffield

예술가 Belle Han(한 효정)은 한국과 뉴질랜드에서 29년 동안 예술을 가르쳤고, 성공적으로 많은사람들이 그들만의 예술적 스타일을 찾을 수 있도록 도왔습니다.
올해 초, 우리는 마이랑이 아트 센타에서 ‘드림웍스’팀의 그룹 전시회를 열었고, Belle(한 효정)과함께 그들의 재능을 다양하게 보여주었습니다. 이 수업은 한국어를 사용하는 참가자들을 환영합니다. Belle은 한국어를 모국어로 하며, 영어는 두 번째 언어입니다. 이 class에 참여하여 아크릴, 수채화 또는 구아슈와 같은 수성 페인트와 연필 또는 펜과 같은 건조한 매체를 사용하여 자유롭게 자신을 표현해 보십시오.
당신이 초보자이든 경험이 풍부한 예술가이든 간에, Belle은 당신의 창조적인 여정을 시작하는 것을 기꺼이 도와드립니다. 기회를 포착하고 그녀의 수업에 참여하여 예술에 대한 열정에 불을 붙이십시오.

Join Belle in this studio environment to express yourself. She welcomes those interested in using water based paints such as acrylic, watercolor or gouache as well as dry mediums such as pencil or pen. If you are a beginner, she is happy to assist you on the start of your creative journey as well.

This class welcomes Korean speaking participants as Belle (Hyo-Jung Han)is a native Korean speaker with English as her second language.

Journey of Self Expression with Belle Han

Vanessa Manalo

Belle Han is so inspiring! She is not only an amazing art teacher but a true artist at heart.
Mairangi Bay Arts Centre is so fortunate to have her as an art teacher. Belle Han adds further credibility to Mairangi Arts Centre.
Thank you!

**TUES** Join Belle in this studio environment to express yourself. She welcomes those interested in using water based paints such as acrylic, watercolor & more

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!

Discover the joy of working with clay in this relaxed and welcoming pottery class. You will learn the basics of hand-building and be introduced to throwing on the potter’s wheel, creating practical pieces such as cups and bowls as well as decorative objects. As your skills grow, you will develop confidence and explore your own creative ideas while making beautiful handmade pottery.

Have a go with clay! With Jill Mcnaughton 

Jessica Zhang

**TUES** Join Jin and discover the joy of working with clay in this relaxed and welcoming 9 week pottery class. 

Intro to Clay with Jin MacCulloch

WED MORN | 5 WEEKS OR 4 WEEKS |  22 APRIL - 20 MAY OR 27 MAY - 17 JUNE  
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.

Tom  Roberts 

Enjoyed making animals with Jill
Thank you 

**WED** | 2 Booking Options | Have a go at handbuilding and wheel throwing to make sculptural work. 

There are no straight lines in nature" - Friedrich Hundertwasser. This course will use the art technique of printing from one surface to another to create colourful patterns and images that represent the beauty of our natural world. The final project will be an interpretation using techniques learnt, of Kandinsky's Tree Art.

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

**SAT** Ages : 5-12 This course will use the art technique of printing from one surface to another to create colourful patterns and images that represent the beauty of our natural world. 

Printmaking with Our Natural World with Belinda Callinan

We have multiple options to choose from for our one day clay workshops with Jin! You can select from either handbuilding or wheel throwing sessions. These sessions include 2 hours of making and 30 minutes of clean up time.

- Hand Building Workshop

In this workshop, you will learn the basics of hand building while creating your own unique creatures or functional pieces such as cups and plates for everyday use.

- Wheel Throwing Workshop

Bring your apron and enthusiasm! Whether you’re new or have some experience in wheel throwing, all are welcome. Let’s explore the potter’s wheel and get creative.

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You will receive a small allocation of clay to use in your single session workshop. All materials, glazes and firing are included in the course costs when purchasing a clay class at M.A.C.

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Ceramic / Clay pieces can take up to a month to dry and be fired in the kiln. You will receive an email with a collection deadline when your pieces have been fired and are ready to be picked up.

**SAT** AGES: 13+ & ADULTS Join Jin and discover the joy of working with clay in our fun series of one day workshops! You can join either handbuilding or wheel throwing.

One Day Clay Workshops with Jin MacCulloch

MON AFT OR EVE | 4 WEEKS | This class is mainly focused on handbuilding techniques. In this class, you will learn all the basics of how to create amazing pieces with basic techniques such as wedging clay, pinching, coiling, and slab building all the way to refining your forms and glazing them yourself. You will learn to construct the shapes of mugs, bowls & sculptural vessels, gain knowledge from the beginning to the finish, and take home your own ceramic creation! Beginners and returning students welcome.

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All materials and firings are included in your course fee.

**MON** | 2 Booking Options | This class is mainly focused on handbuilding. In this class, you will learn all the basics of how to create amazing pieces with basic techniques!

Hand-Building For Adults with Livia Mu 

TUES MORN OR AFT | 4 WEEKS | FEB OR MAR This is a class for anyone who wants to get a shorter introduction to the magic world of clay & glazing.  It is also an opportunity for someone who wants to work on their own projects under guidance by an experienced ceramic artist and tutor. The first three weeks will be focused on the three main hand building techniques pinching, coiling as well as slab work as well as have a go at wheel throwing, and the final session we’ll focus on ways of adding colours to your work through different glazing techniques.  At the end of the class you might have found a favourite technique you want to explore further.  

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 materials and firings are included in your course fee.

**TUES** | 4 Booking Options | This is a class for anyone who wants to get a shorter introduction to the magic world of clay & glazing.

Introduction to Ceramics with Sylvia Sinel 

FRI AFT OR EVE | 5 WEEKS | 24 APRIL - 22 MAY OR 29 MAY - 26 JUNE. This class is mainly focused on handbuilding techniques. In this term class, you will learn all the basics of how to create without a potter’s wheel. From wedging clay, pinching, coiling, and slab building, to refining your forms and glazing them yourself. You will learn to construct the shapes of mugs, bowls & sculptural vessels, gain knowledge from the beginning to the finish, and take home your own ceramic creation! Beginners and returning students welcome.

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All materials and firings are included in your course fee.

**FRI** | 4 Booking Options | This class is mainly focused on wheel-throwing technique. In this term class, you will learn all the basics of how to use a potter’s wheel. 

Wheel-Throwing For Adults with Livia Mu 

Mairangi Arts Centre

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Receptionist at the front desk: Monday - Friday

Auckland-based potter with 18 years of experience in ceramics.

Michelle is a full time artist and tutor, located in Devonport.

Belle has been teaching art in both Korea and New Zealand for 29 years.

Creative Director / Designer /Animator / Graphic Book Illustrator.

James Lawrence is a practicing artist based in Auckland. 

Please google Brian Millard NZ artist and author, Brian Millard is one of New Zealand’s leading watercolorists.


Painting  and drawing for youth and adult classes. 
more info here: https://suzartstudio.weebly.com/

Brooke is an academically trained artist with a focus on naturalistic art.

Chloe teaches youth ages 5-12, Mixed media and painting classes.

Teaching art with warmth, imagination, and curiosity. view more info here: http://emmiewuart.com/

Loves teaching and teaches youth & adults Medium: Ceramic.

Passionate about inclusivity in art practices. Teaches youth ages 7-15, Medium :Ceramic 

Teaches youth ages: 5-17. Medium: Ceramics

Ex art teacher who mainly paints and tutors in watercolours for adults.

Teaches youth ages: 5-12. Medium: Painting & Mixed Media 

Sylvia has a big passion for teaching, Teaches adult & youth Medium: Ceramics

Teaches youth ages: 6-16. Medium: Painting & Mixed Media

Tutor duo, Xinwen and Hao, Velora studios specialises in creating mixed media classes.

Works on both hand-building & wheel-throwing. Teaches youth ages: 5-18

Teaches youth ages 6-13. Medium mixed media & drawing / painting

Teaches youth ages: 6-14. Medium: mixed media and painting

teaches youth ages 7-14. Mediums: mixed media & painting

external organisation that hosts STEM classes at MAC! 
Click here for more info: https://www.brainplay.co.nz

Teaches portraiture painting for youth ages 10-17

Brains Assist for Classes, Adds students to whatsapp groups, and helps promote his class. 

Families Growth and Thrive Charitable Trust (FGTCT) is a not-for-profit organisation.

Sensory Friendly: Hidden Village Workshops

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CHILDREN MUST BE ACOMPANIED BY CAREGIVERS AT ALL TIMES FOR THE DURATION OF THIS SESSION.