Frequently asked questions

The design workshops will be led by Javier Ferreira, an experienced design illustrator and local tattoo artist with over 10 years of experience in the creative industry. With expertise spanning neo-traditional, realism, geometric, fine line, script, Chicano, and more, Javier offers students a rich foundation in diverse design styles. Each student has the opportunity to explore the techniques that resonate most with them, while building practical skills and developing a portfolio that reflects their unique artistic voice.

Tweens and Teens will have the opportunity to learn and develop their own individual artwork - drawing things they are passionate about in a way to build their portfolio that's relevant to the their career goals or just enjoying their passion for drawing. NexGenz workshops are best suited to students aged 8 and up.

Each student will dive into the world of learning the basics of hand illustration or 3D painting - learning how to bring their ideas to life through designing, sketching, colouring and shading. Once they’ve mastered the basics, they can have the opportunity to level up and explore the digital side of art by recreating their work using Procreate, a powerful illustration app for tablets (BYO device). It’s the perfect blend of traditional creativity and modern technology, inspiring young artists to thrive in today’s digital world. These workshops will be coming soon in 2026 and dates to be advertised shortly.

Each Workshop has a maximum of four students, this small group setting provides each student the opportunity to learn in a small and niche learning environment.

Each workshop has a 1 hour duration. Students are asked to arrive promptly to their session. Please note: Depending on the complexity of the student’s chosen theme, one hour may not be sufficient to complete the project. Students are welcome to finish their work at home or book a second session to allow additional time.

Workshops are held at Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School - Great Western Hwy, Emu Plains.

As each private class has a maximum of 4 students, simply fill out the contact form with your preferred date and time and we will confirm your booking depending on availability.

No - for your first workshop, all materials and / or 3D figurines will be provided so students can learn the fundamental basic skills of drawing, shading and sizing, however students are invited to bring any reference material (prints, books, etc) they deem relevant. Please note: Depending on the complexity of the student’s chosen theme, one hour may not be sufficient to complete the project. Students are welcome to finish their work at home or book a second session to allow additional time Further opportunities will be available later in the year to learn or enhance digital skills. More information will become available in July 2026. Please note, for this upcoming workshop students will be required to have their own ipad / tablet, stylus pen and download the app called Procreate.

Yes - copies of this documentation can be provided upon request.