The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatū offers after-school and daytime art classes for children, teens, and adults in Nelson. Our programmes are run by experienced tutors and provide hands-on, creative learning in a supportive environment.
Whether you’re looking for kids’ art classes in Nelson or adult art workshops, The Suter has something for you.
Suter Kids’ Club (After School)
The Suter Kids’ Club runs weekly after-school art classes for children aged 6–15. Using current exhibitions as inspiration, children learn about art while exploring different materials and techniques. Classes encourage creativity, self-expression, and confidence in a fun, supportive environment.
| Day | Time | Age Group | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 3.30–4.45pm | Intermediate and Junior Secondary | 12 October - 11 December |
| Tuesday | 3.30–4.30pm | Primary Years 4-6 | 13 October - 11 december | Wednesday | 3.30–4.30pm | Primary Years 1-3 (ages 6+) | 14 October - 11 december |
| Friday | 3.30–4.30pm | Primary Years 1-6 (ages 6+) | 16 October - 11 december |
Cost: $160 per term
Developing Drawing and Painting (Adults)
Develop your drawing and painting skills in this relaxed, supportive studio class with artist Mark Dunstan. Suitable for beginners through to more experienced artists, the class offers an opportunity to build confidence while exploring a range of approaches to drawing and painting.
Drawing and Mixed Media (Adults)
Discover the joy of drawing and art-making in this hands-on class for adults, led by award-winning illustrator Lily. Her classes are designed to help you unlock creativity, build confidence, and experiment with a range of drawing techniques including fundamental drawing skills, wet and dry media and creative approaches to drawing.
| Day | Time | Teacher | Age Group | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday - Developing Drawing and Painting | 1.15 - 3.15pm | Mark Dunstan | Adults | 15 October - 11 december | Friday - Drawing and Mixed Media | 10am - 12pm | Lily Emo | Adults | 16 October - 11 december |
Cost: $210 for the term, or a special price of $190 for Friends of The Suter.
Please note:
Class fees must be paid to secure a place for the term.
Classes will not run unless a minimum number of enrolments is met.
