Professional Development Workshops for Teachers
Available throughout the year by appointment
Teachers: 18+
Inspire Creativity. Build Confidence. Take Practical Skills Back to the Classroom.
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Introduction to Flowering Chinoiserie Painting
With Jolie Hutchings
Weekly on Friday, 10:00AM - 12:30PM
From 7 Aug - 11 Sep 2026
Come and learn the centuries-old art of Flowering Chinoiserie painting, a European decorative style inspired by the opulence of East Asia that features bold, whimsical bird and botanical scenes featuring trailing branches and vibrant blossoms like peonies or magnolias.
In this brand new Friday morning class with resident artist Jolie Hutchings you will be guided through the process of designing a balanced chinoiserie composition, using age old transfer techniques, handmade stencils and multiple brush techniques with delicate colour palettes. Acrylic paint will be used and your finished piece will be on stretched canvas.
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Images: Jolie Hutchings
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Adults: 18+
Weekly on Friday, 10:00AM - 12:30PM
From 7 Aug - 11 Sep 2026
$250
All materials are provided
Bookings required
Enquiries to bookings@ceac.org.nz
Upcoming
Classes
Pakiwaitara - Taniwha Tales
Available Term 4 2026
Mon 12 Oct - Fri 18 Dec
Primary: Y0 - Y8
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The second in our popular series of pakiwaitara focusing on local histories and place. Pakiwaitara are traditional stories that serve to share knowledge, teach lessons, explain phenomena, and establish social or cultural practices. Taniwha Tales follows Tāmaki taniwha across our local landscape, and Waitematā and Manukau harbours.
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Neon Dream Beasts
Available Term 4 2026 & Term 1 2027
Mon 12 Oct - Fri 9 Apr
Primary: Y0 - Y8
Unleash your imagination and bring your ultimate protector to life in this vibrant art adventure! Inspired by the bold "Exquisite Kaitiaki" (guardian) figures of New Zealand’s renowned Dreamgirls Art Collective, tamariki will design their own mythical dream beast.
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