Classes & Courses
Whether you’re looking for joyful school holiday workshops for kids, relaxed weekly classes for adults, or a deeper journey of creative recovery, my art classes across the Yarra Valley are designed to inspire and encourage.
Come and discover how fun, freeing, and life-giving art can be!
Kids Art Classes across the Yarra Valley
Kid's workshop fun!
Classes in Lilydale & Wesburn
Let your kids step into a world of colour, creativity, and pure fun! I’m running hands-on Kids Art Workshops designed especially for primary school-aged children. In this one-hour session, kids will learn to create their own beautiful prints using gelli plates, paint, and a wide variety of textures.
They’ll walk away with up to three unique cards or prints, and finish them off with personalised designs using Posca paint pens and inks once they’re dry.
It’s a joyful, messy, and inspiring time for kids to explore their creativity in a safe and encouraging environment – perfect for local families in the Yarra Valley area.
Session Details:
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1-hour workshop
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Kindergarten and primary school-aged children
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Each child takes home up to 3 prints/cards
Upcoming classes:
Term 4 School Holidays @ ECOSS Wesburn: COOP
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December Monday 29/12 & Tuesday 30/12
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Time: 12pm-1pm
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$25 per child
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Limited places – max 12 children
Term 4 School Holidays @ Warburton Koha Community Cafe
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January Monday 13/1 & Tuesday 14/1
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Time 12pm-1pm
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$25 per child
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Limited places – max 12 children
Term 4 School Holidays @ Round Bird Art Space Lilydale:
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December 22/12 Monday & 23/12 Tuesday
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10:30am-11:30am
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$35 per child
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Limited places – max 12 children
Saturdays @ Round Bird Artspace, Lilydale
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12.00-1.00pm during school term time
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$25 per child
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Limited places – max 12 children
Spots are booking up quickly, get in touch to reserve a place for your child. Let’s make some colourful memories these holidays!
What my birds of a feather are saying...
"I did Leigh's mixed media class today and loved it. Her friendly and bubbly personality immediately puts you at ease even if you are not especially artistic (like me) Her encouraging words and passion for art left me wanting to go back. Thanks Leigh!"
Keryn M.
Customer Review
"I love Leigh O’Gorman Art! Leigh runs fun and engaging classes. I’m a bit of a novice and Leigh made me feel right at home with the art mediums and having a go. I was delighted an encouraged with the outcome and can’t wait for the next one!"
Mixed Media Class Participant
Client Review
"Leigh’s ability to engage with a broad range of participants and be flexible to accommodate their needs was super helpful, she initiated some connections with local business as well which resulted in us getting some donated supplies - well beyond what we were expecting."
Keryn – Forest Hill Community Center
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What my birds of a feather are saying ...
"Elke had a blast. She asked to go again, so we'll definitely be booking in again next school holidays. Thank you 😊."
Parent
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"My daughter absolutely loved Leigh’s school holiday print making class. We will definitely be booking in for future classes.”
Parent
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Adult Art Classes across Lilydale & the Yarra Valley
Come and get your hands messy, your creativity flowing, and your soul refreshed. If you’ve ever said, “I’m not creative” or “I haven’t done art since school,” these classes are for you.
I absolutely love teaching adults who are ready to step into (or back into) their creative side – whether you’re a total beginner or someone who’s been meaning to pick up the paintbrush again for years. My workshops are welcoming, down-to-earth spaces where you can explore, play, and create without pressure.
Over the years, I’ve led mixed media classes guiding students through techniques like art journaling, collage, gelli printmaking and expressive mark-making. These sessions are less about perfection and more about joy and reconnecting with your creativity in ways that feel freeing and fun.
Looking for painting classes in Lilydale? Whether you’re a beginner or returning artist, these workshops are for you.
Creative Art Classes:
I’ll be teaching a relaxed four-week course where we dive into drawing, painting, and mixed media. Whether you’re building confidence, learning new skills, or just want two hours of creative breathing space each week, I’d love to have you there.
Who: Adults with a willingness to learn and explore
When: 13/10, 20/10, 27/10, 3/11 (Term 4)
Time: 1.00pm – 3.00pm
Where: Lilydale Community House, 7 Hardy St, Lilydale VIC 3140
Paint & Sip:
I’m cooking up some beautiful Paint & Sip evenings at Round Bird Art Space in Lilydale. These will be relaxed, social events full of colour, laughter and creativity – perfect for a catch-up with friends or just a little "me time."
Keep an eye out for these fun, casual painting events in Lilydale – perfect for beginners.
Who: Adults with a willingness to learn and explore
When: 6/9, 27/9, 11/10, 1/11, 22/11, 6/12
Time: 2.00-4.00pm
Where: Round Bird Art Space, 174 Main St, Lilydale VIC 3140
The Artist’s Way
12-Week Creative Recovery Course
12-Week Creative Recovery Course / Facilitated by Leigh O’Gorman
Starting September 2025 | Lilydale, VIC * Next intake Jan 26 Warburton- Register below
If you’ve ever felt a deep longing to paint, write, sing, build, or just live more creatively but felt blocked, unsure, or too busy? The Artist’s Way is a gentle invitation back to that part of you.
Created by Julia Cameron, this 12-week course has helped millions of people around the world reconnect with their creativity. Using her bestselling book, we’ll walk through a step-by-step process to recover your creative voice, clear old blocks, and rediscover joy in the act of making. As someone who spent over 30 years working in community services before returning to art, I know what it feels like to silence your creative self. But I also know the freedom that comes from saying yes to it again. I’m here to hold space for your journey, wherever you’re at – no experience needed.
Each week, we’ll work through a chapter of The Artist’s Way, practice tools like Morning Pages and Artist Dates, meet for group reflection, encouragement, and creative support, and gently challenge the inner critic and make space for childlike play. Whether you’re picking up a paintbrush for the first time or simply looking to reconnect with inspiration, I’d love to walk alongside you.
You'll need a copy of The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. Course dates, format, and cost will be shared soon. Reach out if you’re curious, I’d love to hear from you.
Let’s make space to create again – Leigh
