Respecting the past.
Creating a bright future for BAG.
Construction is now underway for the $4.6m refurbishment and additions to our original modernist studio. It has been co-designed in consultation with the Beaumaris Arts Group Committee, architects, heritage and accessibility advisors and arborists. Works are scheduled for completion by early 2025. In the meantime, classes and workshops will continue in 2 separate locations.
UPCOMING
HALF DAY WORKSHOPS
ALL 18+ WELCOME
BOOKINGS NOW OPEN
Membership OfferSun, 13 OctAmbrose Avenue Studio13 Oct 2024, 10:00 am – 12:30 pmAmbrose Avenue Studio, Studio 29/33 Ambrose Ave, Cheltenham VIC 3192, AustraliaWorking via layering of pastel, paint and other media, using both acrylic and watercolour washes. Brush and palette knife techniques to create depth and visual delight. All levels welcome.
Membership OfferSun, 20 OctAmbrose Avenue Studio20 Oct 2024, 10:00 am – 1:30 pmAmbrose Avenue Studio, 33 Ambrose Ave, Cheltenham VIC 3192, Room 29 First FloorJoin us for a 3 hour Introduction to Basket Weaving Workshop (includes a 30 min break).
Membership OfferSat, 26 OctCheltenham26 Oct 2024, 9:30 am – 2:00 pmCheltenham, Ambrose Ave, Cheltenham VIC 3192, AustraliaJoin us for a colourful acrylic painting workshop where creativity knows no bounds! In this immersive session, participants will focus on the landscape, exploring various abstract painting techniques, guided by artist Belinda Stone. All materials are supplied. BEGINNERS WELCOME.
Membership OfferSun, 03 NovCheltenham03 Nov 2024, 10:00 am – 2:30 pmCheltenham, 33 Ambrose Ave, Cheltenham VIC 3192, AustraliaJoin us for a half-day, fun filled, Matisse-inspired Gelli Printing workshop. Taking inspiration from Matisse's famous cut outs, we will make our own shapes and use these to express the movement and delight found in Matisse's work by layering bright transparent paint and intersecting shapes.
Membership OfferSun, 17 NovAmbrose Avenue Studio17 Nov 2024, 10:00 am – 12:30 pmAmbrose Avenue Studio, Studio 29/33 Ambrose Ave, Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia"Moving beyond learned techniques, we arrive at a place where our deeper senses overcome the conscious mind. What we have gleaned from understanding method, opens the door to an automatic response." Su Fishpool
UPCOMING EVENT
OPEN STUDIO
Painting Sessions
@ Hampton Sailing Club
Fridays 9:30-11:30am
We're excited to announce that Hampton Sailing Club have kindly offered Beaumaris Arts Group Adult Members exclusive use of their facility for painting sessions on Fridays from 9:30-11:30am. The space offers panoramic views of the water, nearby boats and the city skyline to the right (not shown in the photo). Floor to ceiling windows offer wonderful natural light.
There is a single staircase with balustrade up to the first floor level. Tea and coffee making facilities. Heating and cooling. It's quite cosy and of course, out of the winter weather. A small fee of $10 per person per session will apply to cover the cost of hiring the space each week. Please note that participants will need to bring all their own materials and these sessions will be untutored. Escape the cold and join us! Book via the link below.