Children sitting at a table inside a nail salon while a woman in a purple shirt assists them.

Fun, creative workshops brought to you by brilliant local artists.

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welcome to your local creative space.

welcome to your local creative space.

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Who we are

  • Run by local artists our classes are a great way to expand your creative practice or learn something new.

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  • *COMING SOON*

    2026 means changes to our little shop and we can’t wait to tell you all about what’s coming…

  • We can work with our hosts to create an event just for you! Think hens, b’days and kids parties!

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  • When there isn’t a workshop on, the space is available for hire!

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  • We have two artist studio spaces available.

    CURRENTLY OCCUPIED:

    STUDIO 1 - Unhinged Hobbies

    STUDIO 2 -‍ ‍Dead Poets Co.

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Upcoming events

  • Painting & art classes

    Adults and kids alike can learn the skills of an artist, like in Illawarra Studio’s beginners painting course. Check out the events for dates.

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  • Group of women gathered around a table at a social event, engaging in conversation, with some decorations and drinks on the table within a cozy, well-lit room.

    Sewing classes & craft club

    We have you covered when it comes to developing your sewing skills or keeping up with your craft projects! Take a class or bring your project along to our Craft Club.

    Learn to sew
  • A man focused on working on jewelry or a small craft project at a workbench with tools and materials around him.

    Make rings & DIY charm necklaces

    Join our coveted ring making classes to try your hand at silver-smithing or pop along to a Charm Bar and make your own incredible necklace.

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  • Kids participating in a children's art and craft class with an instructor

    Kids arts & crafts

    Children can explore and create in a fun environment with lots of a support and plenty of supplies and ideas. Look out for our school holiday activities and after school art clubs!

    More for kids
Three women working on jewelry making at a table with various tools and beads, indoors with white walls and a window.
People participating in a painting or craft activity, sitting at a table cluttered with paint supplies, brushes, art materials, and decorated objects, with two women standing and engaging in conversation in the background.
Children doing arts and crafts at a table with colored paper, markers, scissors, and cut-out shapes, creating various paper art projects.
Group of women sitting around a table engaging in conversation inside a room with windows, decorated with colorful string lights and vases on the table.
Exterior of a small storefront with a white awning displaying the address 'number 99' and 'PORT KEMBLA' with windows showcasing various signs, a green door, and interior decor including a plant, chairs, signs, and a large orange container.
Group of women sitting around a table, decorating cookies with icing and sprinkles at a festive gathering.
Seven women and a black dog standing together in a cozy indoor setting, smiling for the camera. The women are dressed in colorful and stylish outfits, and they have their arms around each other.
Person using a woodworking chisel on a piece of wood at a workbench, with tools and materials scattered on the table.
People socializing at a party in a decorated room with string lights, tables, and a bustling crowd.
Interior of a lively bar with hanging multicolored string lights, patrons sitting at tables with checkered tablecloths, and a sign that reads 'Yakka' on the back wall.
A collage of various cut-out paper images and drawings, including a tarot card of pink and white birds, a newspaper clipping about the Port Melbourne Hotel, a vintage Australian stamp, and sketches of a metal manufacturing plant and a street scene.
Child creating paper butterfly craft at a table with colorful paper, glue, and scissors.
Assorted watercolor paintings of various fruits and vegetables on paper, with watercolor paints and brushes nearby, including a large painting of a pothos plant with hanging leaves and a pineapple pattern.