‘The Leisure Artist’ classes for novice and recreational artists as well as a number of short courses and workshops are held throughout Terms 1 and 2. Demand for these classes and workshops means that early registration is always recommended. Classes are conducted in the Impressions Studio behind the store. A free tuition programme can be collected instore or downloaded from the website. All variety of media is catered for, except for watercolours.
Designed for anyone who wants to learn the practical skills of distillation and extraction. The online Foundation courses are the gateway to working with natural flavour and aroma. The specialised courses will elevate your skills and enhance your practice. In person courses also available
You've seen sword fighting in the movies, think Zorro and pirates - what about giving it a go? Increase your fitness and learn a very fancy new skill. Elegant!
A series of practical workshops for Rongoā Māori - Traditional Māori Medicine. Workshops are taught in the bush in a supportive and encouraging environment for both Māori and non-Māori participants. All workshops are run over a weekend and are held in the ngahere (forest). The aim is to teach people how to identify the plants used for rongoā, where to find them, and how to collect them and the tikanga (customs) that must be followed.