Private Workshops & Events in Melbourne
Looking for a creative alternative to dinner, drinks or a traditional function room?
Gather your favourite people and join us for a private art or clay workshop at our colourful Abbotsford Convent studio. Enjoy exclusive use of the space while you create, celebrate and connect in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Perfect for:
• Birthdays
• Hens parties
• Team building events
• Family celebrations
• Creative catch-ups
Suitable for groups of 6–20 people.
Located within the historic Abbotsford Convent precinct, our studio is surrounded by cafés, bars, gardens and riverside walking trails, making it the perfect destination for pre- or post-workshop celebrations. Food and beverage packages can also be arranged for your event.
Choose Your Creative Experience
Watercolour Illustration, Still Life & Drawing Workshops
A relaxed and beginner-friendly creative experience perfect for groups looking to slow down, have fun and make something together.
Includes:
• 1.5 hour private workshop
• Exclusive use of the studio
• All materials and equipment
• Professional artist instruction
• Take-home artwork
From $330 for up to 6 guests.
Additional guests $55pp.
Maximum 20 guests.
Acrylic Painting Workshop
Create your own painted canvas artwork while learning colour mixing, composition and painting techniques.
Includes:
• 1.5 hour private workshop
• Exclusive use of the studio
• Canvas for each guest
• Acrylic paints and materials
• Professional artist instruction
• Take-home canvas artwork
From $390 for up to 6 guests.
Additional guests $65pp.
Maximum 20 guests.
Clay Handbuilding Workshop
Create functional or sculptural ceramic pieces using handbuilding techniques in a relaxed and social environment.
Includes:
• 1.5 hour private workshop
• Exclusive use of the studio
• Clay, tools and materials
• Bisque firing of one piece per guest
• Collection from our Abbotsford Convent studio
Guests can paint their pieces at home using acrylic paint or return for a glazing session at a later date.
From $450 for up to 6 guests.
Additional guests $75pp.
Maximum 20 guests.
Clay Handbuilding + Glazing Package
A complete pottery experience from clay to finished ceramic piece.
Includes:
• 1.5 hour private clay workshop
• Exclusive use of the studio
• Clay, tools and materials
• Bisque firing of one piece per guest
• Return glazing session
• Glaze firing
• Finished glazed ceramic piece
From $570 for up to 6 guests.
Additional guests $95pp.
Maximum 20 guests.
Food & Drinks
Want to make a day of it?
Food and beverage packages can be arranged for your event, making it easy to turn your workshop into a complete celebration.
Available on request:
• Grazing platters
• Sweet treats
• Tea and coffee
• Wine, sparkling and non-alcoholic beverages
Ready to Start Planning?
Complete the enquiry form below and tell us a little about your event, preferred dates and guest numbers.
We’ll be in touch to help create a memorable experience for your group.