Term 3 2026 - Spring School Holiday Art Classes with Jaimee Paul

For budding artists looking to improve their creative skills, meet like-minded individuals, and try something new. This is a great school holiday activity.

Classes kept small at 8 to 10 students max for ultimate support time. Full day sessions are available, just book for both!

All materials provided, except for Friday's Crafternoon session — you are welcome to bring your own art materials if there's something specific you'd like to use.

Time & Dates:

Wednesday 7th October

Morning: 9.00 am - 12 pm - Price: $85 (ages 8-13) - THEME Whale Watercolour

Afternoon: 1.00 pm - 4.00 pm Price: $85 (ages 8-13) - OPEN THEME Self guided creation.

*Full Day: 9.00 - 4.00 - Price $170 (just book for both sessions!)

Thursday 8th October

Morning: 9.00 am - 12 pm - Price: $85 (ages 8-13) - THEME Flower Still Life

Afternoon (Teen Session): 1.00 pm - 4.00 pm Price: $85 (ages 13-HSC) - THEME Open theme

Going into year 12? Let's set you up for success. Concept ideation, pick my brain, let's work out what excites you, artists to explore, techniques to try, so you can walk into year 12 with a "who are YOU" scaffold. I have supported students to go from the bottom of the class to ARTEXPRESS, and have a deep understanding of HSC expectations.

Friday 9th October

Morning: 9.00 am - 12 pm - Price: $85 (ages 8-13) THEME

Afternoon: 1.00 pm - 4.00 pm Price: $85 (ages 8-13) - THEME Crafternoon! Bring your hobby to make next to your new friends. NOTE: This is self-directed, with own materials.

*Full Day: 9-4 - Price $170 (just book for both sessions!)

*IMPORTANT NOTICE: Full-day bookings: please pack your child's lunch and snacks (a fridge, kettle & microwave are available). You're welcome to collect them for a lunch break if you prefer — please note I'm unable to take children off-site myself. I will be resetting the room and having lunch with any students staying with me over the break.

Location: 3/646 Pittwater Rd, Brookvale. Next to Eckersley's art store. Through the red door, up the stairs. Above BOARDERS retail store. Inside Master Academy at the back of the hallway.

Unfortunately this space is not wheelchair accessible

About Jaimee: 

Jaimee maintains a successful art career, 13 years of private tutoring experience and 8 years working as a technician in private schools. In her personal practice she creates Art For Purpose, specialising in black and white realistic animal portraits of endangered animals, and was recently featured on ABC's Portrait Artist of the Year television series. Jaimee also offers in-term art classes — email to enquire about class terms.

What to bring:

Your imagination, image references, and goals for learning, and any materials to carry on with your work at home, in school, and beyond. Jaimee will use her in-studio materials and various books of inspiration to help you explore new depths in class.