With 14 years teaching experience, 7 of these as an art specialist Jessica has many educational art
opportunities available for children to engage in.
Fostering a love of art and encouraging creativity in children and youth is her passion.
Jessica runs a variety of art classes in Mt Evelyn in her home studio:
The Joy Ave Studio, as well as online via Google Meet.
Class updates are sent to her mailing list subscribers first and then posted here and on the Facebook page
www.facebook.com/thejoyavestudio/.
Please subscribe to the mailing list to keep up to date on future classes.
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Students with special needs will be accommodated at all times to participate.
Classes cater for children aged 5 to 18 years old of all abilities and skill levels.
The Joy Ave Studio, as well as online via Google Meet.
Class updates are sent to her mailing list subscribers first and then posted here and on the Facebook page
www.facebook.com/thejoyavestudio/.
Please subscribe to the mailing list to keep up to date on future classes.
SCROLL DOWN TO VIEW UPCOMING CLASSES
Students with special needs will be accommodated at all times to participate.
Classes cater for children aged 5 to 18 years old of all abilities and skill levels.
"My kids started online art classes with Jess during the first period of lock down. Her classes have helped us so much, my kids have now developed a passion for art and much more confidence in their own ability. Jess is a fantastic teacher, so encouraging of everyone and always positive. With each class my kids have enjoyed learning new techniques, meeting new people, and having so much fun. I highly recommend art classes at The Joy Ave Studio"
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Sue Crawford (and three children)
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Sue Crawford (and three children)
Classes focus on;
Individual needs and interests.
Boosting confidence.
Encouraging creativity.
Fostering imagination.
Developing art skills and techniques.
Supporting all students of abilities.
Providing enriching, engaging and fun art experiences for all children.
Building positive relationships.
Encouraging persistence and risk-taking.
Individual needs and interests.
Boosting confidence.
Encouraging creativity.
Fostering imagination.
Developing art skills and techniques.
Supporting all students of abilities.
Providing enriching, engaging and fun art experiences for all children.
Building positive relationships.
Encouraging persistence and risk-taking.
Individual classes
in
The Joy Ave Studio
in
The Joy Ave Studio
Face to face classes are held in the Joy Ave Studio in Mount Evelyn. A small and supportive home based studio.
Classes cater for one student per session or two siblings/friends maximum and are tailored to individual interests and needs.
Classes run for 1.5hrs with all resources included as well as a snack break.
Cost: $50 per person (unfunded) $85 (NDIS funded)
Students of all skills levels and differing needs are encouraged to join.
Please note: the studio is not wheelchair accessible.
Upcoming class dates
Monday 11th April
10am - 11.30am |
Tuesday 12th April
10am - 11.30am |
Wednesday 13th April
10am - 11.30am |
Upcoming workshops at YAVA gallery and Artshub
(Healesville)
(Healesville)
Repetitive line and pattern for relaxation
Saturday 16th April and Saturday 23rd April
10am - 12
Cost: $40
Saturday 16th April and Saturday 23rd April
10am - 12
Cost: $40
In conjunction with 'The Universe Within' an exhibition of artworks by
Jessica Harris and Amanda Ruck at YAVA gallery and Artshub in Healesville,
Jessica will be running two workshops exploring how
repetitive line and pattern can be used to promote relaxation and
wellbeing in times of stress and upheaval.
Jessica Harris and Amanda Ruck at YAVA gallery and Artshub in Healesville,
Jessica will be running two workshops exploring how
repetitive line and pattern can be used to promote relaxation and
wellbeing in times of stress and upheaval.
School holiday class
Wyreena Community Arts Centre
(Croydon)
Wyreena Community Arts Centre
(Croydon)
Handmade books of special treasures
Wednesday 20th April
Cost: $45
6-8 years 10am - 11.30am
8-12 years 12.30pm - 2pm
In this class children will learn how to make simple hand made books
to store their special treasures.
to store their special treasures.
Online art classes
"I really like doing your classes because you go at a nice, slow pace and you look at every ones work as they go, waiting till we are ready to move on. I’ve loved all the art I’ve done with you and am very proud of my work. Thanks Jess".
- Amelia 11
"I love doing classes with you because you are a really good artist and I want to grow up and write stories and draw pictures to go with them. My favourite class was the water colour techniques because I learnt lots of new tricks with water colour paints".
- Riley Dumesny, 8
- Amelia 11
"I love doing classes with you because you are a really good artist and I want to grow up and write stories and draw pictures to go with them. My favourite class was the water colour techniques because I learnt lots of new tricks with water colour paints".
- Riley Dumesny, 8
Please check back for online class dates
As a thank you, mailing list subscribers receive first notification
of class dates and times.
Some past classes
FUNKY EASTER BUNNY
WEAVING WARM AND COLD COLOURS
BEAUTIFUL MANDALAS
INTRODUCTION TO WEAVING
COLOURFUL CRITTERS
NAME SCULPTURES
PATTERNS FOR RELAXATION AND FUN
TEXTURED MONSTERS
HOW TO MAKE A FLIP BOOK FOR EASY ANIMATIONS
HOW TO DRAW CATS
HOW TO DRAW A DRAGON
DRAWING USING ONE POINT PERSPECTIVE
HANDMADE ART BOOKS OF FAVOURITE THINGS
SHADING TECHNIQUES
EXPRESSIVE SELF PORTRAITS
WHO AND I? EXPRESSION THROUGH PORTRAITURE
COLOURFUL CRITTERS
WATERCOLOUR SNAKES AND MARK-MAKING
ACRYLIC PAINTING TECHNIQUES FOR CHILDREN
Classes are updated on a regular basis and always offered to mail list subscribers first.
I look forward to seeing you online soon.
I look forward to seeing you online soon.
"Jacinta and I were very impressed with Jessica's class, her mannerisms, patience, friendliness, privacy policy and value for money after Jacinta's first class, so I continued to register Jacinta for a few more classes, when she could attend.
Jacinta stated she thoroughly enjoys Jessica's classes, she is learning so many new techniques and ideas. Her dream is to be an artist and we highly recommend Jessica Harris from "The Joy Avenue Studio", as a starting point for any young artists out there, who want to fulfill their dream, like Jacinta".
- Michelle and Jacinta Herbert
Jacinta stated she thoroughly enjoys Jessica's classes, she is learning so many new techniques and ideas. Her dream is to be an artist and we highly recommend Jessica Harris from "The Joy Avenue Studio", as a starting point for any young artists out there, who want to fulfill their dream, like Jacinta".
- Michelle and Jacinta Herbert