

Nurturing Minds
through creativity
Meet Sam, the passionate facilitator behind Nurturing Minds Through Creativity Art Classes at Iramoo Community Centre.
Sam’s diverse background spans graphic design, visual arts, floristry, cooking, and yoga, shaping a holistic and inclusive approach to creativity.
As a teacher with U3A, LayaYoga Point Cook, and Suzanne Cory High School, Sam has worked with all ages, from children to adults, guiding students through yoga, mindful drawing, and artistic exploration.
Having facilitated workshops, retreats, and large-scale festival sessions at events like the Bass Coast Festival and Bendigo Yoga Festival, Sam is skilled in holding space for individuals and groups alike, fostering a welcoming and supportive environment.
Through these art classes, Sam invites participants to slow down, connect, and explore their creativity in a relaxed, mindful way - no experience needed, just a willingness to create.

Upcoming Classes

Date: Tuesday 21st of April, 2026
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Immerse yourself in the calming, meditative process of mandala creation.
In this class, participants will design and paint their own intricate mandala on a circular board using vibrant acrylic paints.
You’ll learn techniques such as radial symmetry, pattern repetition, and brush control to build layers of detail.
Guidance will be provided on colour blending, dot painting, and fine-line work to create a balanced and visually striking piece that reflects both creativity and mindfulness.
Cost: $10.00 per session
Create Your Own Mandala Artwork

Date: Tuesday 28th of April, 2026
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Our Nurturing Minds program invites participants to explore new skills, express themselves through art, and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where imagination thrives and friendships grow.
Discover how natural materials can transform into beautiful works of art.
Using pinecones as textured tools and design elements, participants will create unique floral compositions on canvas.
Acrylic paints will be used to stamp, layer, and enhance the natural shapes, mimicking petals and blossoms.
You’ll explore colour mixing, texture building, and composition techniques to produce a one-of-a-kind nature-inspired artwork.
Cost: $10.00 per session
Create Your Own Pinecone Artwork

Date: Tuesday 5th of May, 2026
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Our Nurturing Minds program invites participants to explore new skills, express themselves through art, and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where imagination thrives and friendships grow.
Celebrate creativity and heartfelt gifting by crafting your own paper floral bouquet.
In this session, you’ll learn how to shape, layer, and assemble paper into realistic and decorative flowers.
Techniques include folding, curling, and structuring petals, as well as arranging a cohesive bouquet.
Participants will also explore colour combinations and finishing touches, resulting in a beautiful handmade gift perfect for Mother’s Day.
Cost: $10.00 per session
Create a Paper Floral Bouquet

Date: Tuesday 12th of May, 2026
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Our Nurturing Minds program invites participants to explore new skills, express themselves through art, and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where imagination thrives and friendships grow.
Create a stunning, expressive artwork of a graceful lady holding a lotus flower using mixed media techniques.
This class combines painting, collage, and embellishment, incorporating materials such as lace, pearls, textured papers, and acrylic paint.
You’ll learn how to build depth through layering, create focal points, and balance delicate decorative elements with painted features.
The result is a richly detailed, elegant artwork with both visual and tactile appeal.
Cost: $10.00 per session
Mixed Media Lady with Lotus Flower

Date: Tuesday 19th of May, 2026
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Our Nurturing Minds program invites participants to explore new skills, express themselves through art, and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where imagination thrives and friendships grow.
Bring your favourite animals to life with the soft, flowing beauty of watercolours.
Participants will learn essential techniques such as wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering washes, and colour blending to capture fur, feathers, and natural textures.
Emphasis will be placed on light, shadow, and expressive brushwork to create lively and dynamic animal portraits.
Cost: $10.00 per session
Watercolour Animal Painting

Date: Tuesday 26th of May, 2026
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Our Nurturing Minds program invites participants to explore new skills, express themselves through art, and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where imagination thrives and friendships grow.
Develop your drawing skills by learning how to create a realistic female portrait using pencils on canvas paper.
This class focuses on proportion, facial structure, and shading techniques.
Participants will explore blending, tonal variation, and fine detailing to capture features such as eyes, lips, and hair.
Step-by-step guidance will help build confidence in observational drawing and portrait composition.
Cost: $10.00 per session
Drawing a Female Face with Pencils

Date: Tuesday 2nd of June, 2026
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Our Nurturing Minds program invites participants to explore new skills, express themselves through art, and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where imagination thrives and friendships grow.
Explore the decorative art of decoupage, where paper cut-outs are layered and sealed onto a surface to create a cohesive design.
Participants will learn how to select and arrange images, apply adhesives smoothly, and finish with protective coatings for a polished look.
This versatile technique can be used to transform everyday objects or create beautiful wall art with depth and texture.
Cost: $10.00 per session
Decoupage Serving Board

Date: Tuesday 9th of June, 2026
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Our Nurturing Minds program invites participants to explore new skills, express themselves through art, and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where imagination thrives and friendships grow.
Experience the fluid and expressive qualities of ink painting on canvas.
This class introduces techniques such as controlled washes, line work, and abstract blending.
Participants will experiment with contrast, movement, and layering to create bold and contemporary artworks.
Emphasis is placed on spontaneity and creative exploration, allowing each piece to develop organically.
Cost: $10.00 per session
Ink Painting on Canvas

Date: Tuesday 16th of June, 2026
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Our Nurturing Minds program invites participants to explore new skills, express themselves through art, and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where imagination thrives and friendships grow.
Learn to create a striking still-life drawing of a fruit bowl using charcoal.
This class focuses on tonal contrast, shading, and composition.
Participants will explore techniques such as smudging, blending, and erasing to build depth and highlight form.
You’ll gain an understanding of light and shadow, helping to create a realistic and dramatic monochromatic artwork.
Cost: $10.00 per session
Charcoal Fruit Bowl Artwork

Date: Tuesday 23rd of June, 2026
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Our Nurturing Minds program invites participants to explore new skills, express themselves through art, and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where imagination thrives and friendships grow.
Capture the delicate beauty of lavender in this relaxing painting session.
Using acrylics or mixed media techniques, participants will learn how to create soft, layered floral designs with subtle colour gradients and fine detailing.
Techniques include brush layering, stippling, and composition planning to evoke the gentle movement and calming essence of lavender fields.
The final piece will be both elegant and soothing, perfect for display.