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The Art Room
@theartroom.bsky.social
We're more than just an Art School.
Footscray, Naarm

http://www.the-art-room.com.au
OPEN HOURS
Please note our adjusted hours for The Art Room and conduit gallery:

The studio will now be closed Monday 22nd September, and our current exhibitions have been extended so the final day is on Saturday 27th September.

Pictured: Pencil Works by Jen Cabraja, now showing in conduit gallery
September 19, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Q: Do you have Gift Vouchers?

A: Yes, you can purchase Gift Vouchers via the website, and they are valid for 3 years from date of purchase.

If you'd like to use your voucher for an On Demand class or Membership please email us.

#TheArtRoomFAQ
August 26, 2025 at 7:02 AM
Q: How long is my Membership valid for?

A: TAR Memberships are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase. Memberships are a subscription that renews every year.

#TheArtRoomFAQ
August 19, 2025 at 7:10 AM
Q: What classes do you have coming up?

A: You can browse our upcoming classes in the website menu, and the best way to stay up to date is our weekly newsletter - sign up via link in bio.

www.the-art-room.com.au

#TheArtRoomFAQ
August 12, 2025 at 2:01 AM
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July 23, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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July 9, 2025 at 6:01 AM
TAR community = The Best
July 4, 2025 at 8:30 AM
July 1, 2025 at 6:30 AM
BOOK OF THE WEEK
Stick Figures: Drawing as a Human Practice
D.B. Dowd
Spartan Holiday Books, 2018

Stick Figures: Drawing as a Human Practice by D.B. Dowd redefines drawing as a universal, human act rather than an exclusive artistic skill.
June 29, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Studio quote of the week - "I am not a passenger in the car of my own creativity"
Rachel 
Open Studio - Ceramics
June 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
*squish*
June 27, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Our friend Wilma Tabacco's new exhibition 'Against the Tide' is now showing at Gallerysmith to 12 July.

Wilma will be speaking about her work this weekend at 2pm on 28 June, see @gallerysmith_ for details.
June 26, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Thank you so much to a kind and generous visitor Rob who browsed our library, went home and bought a beautiful book, then sent it to us as a donation! We 🖤 📚
June 26, 2025 at 4:01 AM
*NEW*
DRAWING 3 is an intermediate course that will deepen your practice by introducing a broader, more expanded approach to drawing, guided by intention and curiosity, with every second week offering the opportunity to work from a live model.

the-art-room.com.au/classes/draw...
June 25, 2025 at 7:52 AM
Please join us in Parallel Projects 1pm this Saturday for an artist talk with Godwin Bradbeer. His exhibitions Tabula Rasa / School Days are currently showing to 4 July.

@godwinbradbeer
@parallelprojects.au
June 25, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Please join us in Parallel Projects 1pm this Saturday for an artist talk with Godwin Bradbeer. His exhibitions Tabula Rasa / School Days are currently showing to 4 July.
June 24, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Join us for WHEEL THROWING an 8 week ceramics course, ideal for both beginners and those with some experience. The class focuses on wheel throwing techniques, helping you develop your skills and creative voice through guided practice and expert instruction.

the-art-room.com.au/classes/whee...
June 24, 2025 at 9:49 AM
#TheArtRoomFAQ
#theartroomlifedrawing

Q: What do I need to bring to Casual Life Drawing?

A: You can order paper when booking, or bring some coins for purchasing paper on the day. We have a variety of materials for you to use, and you're welcome to bring your own.
June 24, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Q: What do I need to bring to Casual Life Drawing?

A: You can order paper when booking, or bring some coins for purchasing paper on the day. We have a variety of materials for you to use, and you're welcome to bring your own.
June 23, 2025 at 11:30 PM
So many great drawings in CASUAL LIFE DRAWING that they're bursting out the door!

Looking to loosen up your lines or just take some time to draw? Join us 7:30pm Wednesday and 10am Saturday, reserve your easel before places fill up!
June 23, 2025 at 10:07 AM
*NEW*
LIFE DRAWING INTENSIVE
Saturdays 19 & 26 July
1 - 4pm

Designed for absolute beginners and those returning after a break, this intensive introduces the essential skills needed to work with the human figure.

Enrollments now open the-art-room.com.au/classes/life...
June 23, 2025 at 7:07 AM
BOOK OF THE WEEK
Representations of Motherhood
Donna Bassin, Margaret Honey and Meryle Mahrer Kaplan (editors)
Yale University Press, 1994

This book reclaims motherhood by centering the mother’s experience, rather than viewing her solely through the lens of her impact on children.
June 23, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Sunshine in our pocket ☀️
June 19, 2025 at 10:01 PM