RENÉE FERRIS
PRIMARY ART TEACHER





Holiday Art Fun

Holiday Art Fun is a place to experiment, learn, and create at your own pace. With the guidance of a VIT registered Art Teacher- at my own home. Each day is a chance to immerse yourself in a new technique, experiment with your creativity, and play with friends (old and new.) See dates and activities below for January 2025. Click here for more info about the Holiday Art Fun approach
9AM-4PM
$80 per day
Suitable for children ages 5-12
To book, simply DM me via WhatsApp or text me on my personal number
Bring a water bottle and a packed recess and lunch, like for school!
“We’re not playing to win, we’re playing to play. And ultimately,
playing is fun. Perfectionism gets in the way of fun. A more skillful
goal might be to find comfort in the process.”
— Rick Rubin
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Monday 6 January
Cheep Cheep! Create Your Own Papier Mâché Bird!
Unleash your creativity with this delightful papier mâché bird project! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll:
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Learn essential construction techniques by building a cardboard armature (the bird’s frame)
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Use tape to shape and hold your design together
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Coat your creation with papier mâché for structure and texture
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Bring your bird to life with paint and vibrant colors!
 
Want to add some flair? Optional materials like tissue paper for feathers and other decorative elements will be available to personalize your masterpiece.

Wednesday 8 January
It's Collage, but Not as You Know It!
Discover the magic of transforming ordinary kitchen supplies into extraordinary works of art! In this fun and creative workshop, you’ll learn how to:
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Design and dye kaleidoscopic patterns using kitchen paper towels and coffee filters
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Use simple tools like water and markers to create stunning, vibrant textures
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Craft your own geometric collage and turn it into a beautiful wall hanging masterpiece
 
This unique technique will open your eyes to a whole new way of creating art—you’ll never look at kitchen supplies the same way again!

Monday 13 January
Out of Space! Mixed Media Cosmic Art
Blast off into creativity with this out-of-this-world art workshop! Explore the wonders of deep space as you:
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Manipulate soft pastels and paint to craft a cosmic masterpiece
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Use mixed media techniques to bring vibrant galaxies, swirling nebulae, and starry skies to life
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Experiment with colors, textures, and layering to create a deep space landscape that’s truly otherworldly
 
No matter your experience level, this workshop will inspire your imagination and take your art to new dimensions. Leave with a uique piece that captures the beauty of the universe.

Wednesday 15 January
Imagination Journey: Llamas & Weavings of Peru
Have you ever dreamed of visiting Peru? Let your imagination take you on a journey to the Andes! In this fun and creative workshop, you’ll:
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Learn about the relationship between llamas and the beautiful traditional weavings of Peru
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Craft your very own cardboard llama as a base for your art
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Design and weave a colorful blanket to decorate your llama
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Add unique decorative elements like pom-poms, tassels, or patterns inspired by Peruvian culture
 
Be inspired by Peru’s rich artistic traditions and its connection to llamas - combine crafting and weaving to make a unique keepsake. ¡Vamos a Perú!

Monday 20 January
Printing with Scissors: A Matisse-Inspired Gelli Plate Workshop
Dive into the vibrant world of Henri Matisse and his iconic cut-out artworks! Discover the magic of monoprinting, a unique printmaking technique that produces one-of-a-kind prints that can’t be reproduced.
In this exciting workshop, you will:
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Learn about Matisse’s artistic journey and how he used scissors and paper to create bold designs
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Cut and arrange stencils and shapes inspired by plants, animals, and abstract forms
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Experiment with Gelli plates to create layered, colorful monoprints that reflect your personal style
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Explore how shapes, textures, and colors can combine into a stunning piece of art
 
Create prints that are truly one-of-a-kind, just like Matisse’s masterpieces, and leave with a series of vibrant and unique monoprints. Let your scissors and imagination take the lead!

Wednesday 22 January
Nature’s Light: Gelli Plate Monoprint Lanterns
Discover the beauty of nature and light in this creative and hands-on workshop! Using monoprint techniques with Gelli plates, you will:
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Create a variety of unique prints on tissue paper using stencils and natural materials like leaves.
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Explore layering textures and patterns to craft visually stunning designs.
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Once your prints are dry, collage and paste them onto a rice paper lantern, transforming it into a glowing work of art.
 
Take home a custom-designed lantern that’s perfect for decorating your space. This workshop is suitable for all skill levels and is perfect for anyone who loves experimenting with texture, light, and color. Let your creativity shine—literally!

Tuesday 28 January
Soft Sculptures Inspired by the enchanting artist, Mirka Mora
Soft sculpture with paper, threads, and painting inspired by the enchanting world of iconic Melbourne artist Mirka Mora! Known for her vibrant colors and recurring magical motifs—such as angels, animals, birds, and whimsical human-animal hybrids—Mora’s art invites us into a realm of wonder.
In this creative workshop, you will:
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Explore Mora’s artworks and soft sculptures, diving into her imaginative use of color and motifs
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Learn how to sew and shape paper into unique, three-dimensional sculptures
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Design and sew your own soft sculpture, using decorated paper as your canvas
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Bring your magical creature to life with stitching, embellishments, painting and drawing
 
Perfect for budding artists and those who love to craft, this workshop is a delightful journey into color, texture, and storytelling.

Wednesday 29 January
Eyes that Pop: Mixed Media Portraits Inspired by Contemporary Australian Artists
Watercolour and mixed media portraits inspired by two incredible contemporary artists: Del Kathryn Barton and Rebecca Cool. Known for their unique styles, these artists blend bold, expressive designs with captivating attention to detail.
In this workshop, you will:
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Explore the styles of Barton and Cool, focusing on their use of vivid colors, patterns, and expressive features
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Create a portrait or self-portrait influenced by their techniques
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Learn to draw eyes in a characteristic and striking manner, ensuring they truly pop on the page
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Use watercolor as a primary medium, enhanced with other mixed media elements like ink or collage
 
This workshop is an exciting journey into creative portraiture!

To book, simply DM me via WhatsApp or text me on my personal number :)