At The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatū, we believe art should be for everyone. Our education programmes inspire creativity, build skills, and connect people through hands-on art experiences. From school visits to community workshops, we offer art classes in Nelson for children, teens, and adults.

We provide a safe, supportive environment where learners of all ages can explore, create, and grow.

For Schools:

• Bring learning to life with our Ministry of Education-funded programmes:

  • Curriculum aligned: Designed for pre-school, primary, secondary, and tertiary students.

  • Interactive learning: Gallery tours, art-making workshops, drama, dance, and creative writing.

  • Flexible options: Tailored to your curriculum, group size, and timetable.

  • Diverse art experiences: Engage with local, national, and international artworks.

Community Art Classes & Workshops:

• The Suter runs a range of art classes in Nelson for both kids and adults.

  Kids’ Art Classes – Suter Kids’ Club

  • Monday: Ages 10–13 | 3.30–4.45pm

  • Tuesday: Ages 6–9 | 3.30–4.30pm

  • Wednesday: Ages 6–9 | 3.30–4.30pm

  • Friday: Ages 7–11 | 3.30–4.30pm

  Teens & Adults

  • Art in the Gallery (Teens and Adults): Thursday | 3.30–5.00pm

  • Drawing & Mixed Media Class (Adults): Friday | 10.00am–12.00pm