MELBOURNE
DRAWING
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Beginners to Intermediate Drawing session

Beginners to Intermediate Drawing session

Saturday 06 June
Cafe meeting place is adjacent to Captain Cook's Cottage - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Maureen Carolan-Dalton
At this session, we will cover drawing techniques used in creating volume and composition in creating landscape, seascape, interior or portrait drawing
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$49      
Beginners to Intermediate Drawing session

Beginners to Intermediate Drawing session

Saturday 13 June
Cafe meeting place is adjacent to Captain Cook's Cottage - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Maureen Carolan-Dalton
At this session, we will cover drawing techniques used in creating volume and composition in creating landscape, seascape, interior or portrait drawing
book now
$49      
Portraits in watercolour, beginners to intermediate

Portraits in watercolour, beginners to intermediate

Saturday 20 June
Wellington Parade, East Melbourne - 12:15pm - 2 Hours
Maureen Carolan-Dalton
At this session, we will sketch a portrait and complete in watercolour
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$49      

Portrait drawing in watercolour pencil

Portrait drawing in watercolour pencil

Tuesday 30 June
Wellington Parade, East Melbourne - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Maureen Carolan-Dalton
In this class, you will explore various drawing techniques, materials, and styles in a supportive and encouraging environment. From understanding basic shapes and lines to shading and perspective, you will learn essential skills that form the foundation of drawing.Led by experienced instructors who are passionate about art, you will receive personalised guidance and feedback tailored to your level of experience. Through hands-on exercises and demonstrations, you will gradually build confidence in your drawing abilities and develop your own unique style.

Draw a portrait in watercolour pencils, or watercolour paints8
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$49      
PORTRAIT drawing for beginners

PORTRAIT drawing for beginners

Saturday 04 July
Wellington Parade, East Melbourne - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Maureen Carolan-Dalton
At this session of portrait drawing for beginners, we'll work from the basics of forming the face and head using information sheets.
I will demonstrate the steps involved in achieving accuracy and likeness in portraiture.
Materials required are good quality pencils ; staedler 2b, 3b, 5 and 6b, for instance, or graphite, water soluble pencils, a kneadable eraser and pencil sharpener or blade
And good quality cartridge paper for good results
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$49      
Portraits in pastel

Portraits in pastel

Saturday 11 July
Fitzroy Gardens area, East Melbourne - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Maureen Carolan-Dalton
In this session you will create a portrait with either your photo, or one provided in pastel pencils pan pastels, or pastel sticks
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$49      

Other Nearby Groups

Watercolour Skies

Watercolour Skies

Sunday 31 May
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Melbourne Watercolour Group
Jaime Hoe
Experiment with blending and gradients to paint sunrise hues, dreamy clouds, and dramatic sunsets in watercolour.
Note Participants are required to bring their own art materials, as these are not included in the ticket price.
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$49       1 places left
Fitzroy Gardens - Mini Photo Session

Fitzroy Gardens - Mini Photo Session

Saturday 06 June
East Melbourne
My Family Photo - Melbourne
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.

book now       10:00am       $270

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book now       12:00pm       $270
Fineliner Pen Drawing

Fineliner Pen Drawing

Saturday 06 June
Moonee Ponds - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Melbourne Art Group
Mark Cheung
Join us for a fineliner pen sketching meetup in the park. Please bring your own fineliner pens and a sketchbook or some paper.
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$49      

BYO Crochet Project

BYO Crochet Project

Sunday 07 June
Church Street area, West Footscray exact address to be sent via email before the event - 10am - 3 Hours
Melbourne Crochet Club
Grace Adeline
No formal lesson this week, just a supportive space to keep the momentum going. Whether you're aiming to finish something or need a change of scenery to feel creative again, this is your time. We'll chat, crochet, and cheer each other on.
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$88       5 places left
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Sunday 14 June
Church Street area, West Footscray exact address to be sent via email before the event - 10am - 3 Hours
Melbourne Crochet Club
Grace Adeline
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
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$98       0 places left
WWC Walk with Camera - Urban Photography Meetup

WWC Walk with Camera - Urban Photography Meetup

Sunday 14 June
Northcote - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Melbourne Photography Group
Jodie Grillmeier
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture,and abstract.Note This meetup is best suited for those with a basic understanding of photography. If you're just starting out, check out our Beginner's Photography Class.

Note: This meetup is best suited for those with a basic understanding of photography. If you're just starting out, check out our Beginner's Photography Class.
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$49      

Amigurumi 101 Class

Amigurumi 101 Class

Saturday 20 June
Church Street area, West Footscray exact address to be sent via email before the event - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Melbourne Crochet Club
Grace Adeline
Amigurumi 101: Learn basics to create plushies. Crochet materials provided + tea/coffee.

Note: There will be a friendly kitten at this venue.
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$88       1 places left
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 20 June
Fairfield - 10am - 2 Hours
Melbourne Photography Group
Jodie Grillmeier
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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$49      
Fineliner Pen Drawing

Fineliner Pen Drawing

Saturday 20 June
East Melbourne VIC 3002 - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Melbourne Art Group
Mark Cheung
Join us for a fineliner pen sketching meetup in the park. Please bring your own fineliner pens and a sketchbook or some paper.
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$49      

St Kilda Beach - Mini Photo Session

St Kilda Beach - Mini Photo Session

Sunday 21 June
St Kilda Beach
My Family Photo - Melbourne
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.

book now       10:00am       $270

book now       10:30am       $270
Nature Silhouette, Negative Space & Watercolour Wash

Nature Silhouette, Negative Space & Watercolour Wash

Sunday 28 June
Lonsdale Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Melbourne Watercolour Group
Jaime Hoe
Learn how to paint striking nature silhouettes using fluid watercolour washes and the power of negative space to create balance, mood, and harmony in your composition.
Note Participants are required to bring their own art materials, as these are not included in the ticket price.
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$49       4 places left
Photo Review & Camera Skills: Learn to Critique and Explore Your Images

Photo Review & Camera Skills: Learn to Critique and Explore Your Images

Saturday 04 July
Northcote Library, Northcote - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Melbourne Photography Group
Jodie Grillmeier
Come along to this relaxed 3-hour workshop for photographers who know the basics and want to spend time really looking at their images. Photo review: Review and discuss about your images, explore what works and why, and build your confidence in critiquing photos. Camera skills & settings: bring your questions about your own approach and experiment with settings, techniques, and ideas. Group discussion: share thoughts, learn from others, and enjoy a supportive, friendly environment. Bring a few images (digital or printed) and your camera. Small groups mean there's plenty of time for questions, guidance, and hands-on exploration.
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$155       4 places left

ABOUT MELBOURNE
DRAWING
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your drawing in a relaxed and social atmosphere and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials. If you are a complete beginner all you need to start drawing pad and some pencils, which can be easily obtained online or from your nearest art supplies store.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Melbourne Drawing Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
REVIEWS
The course was a good introduction to landscape sketching. The tutor was very helpful and extremely generous with her time and expertise.
5/5
Geoffrey
2026-04-12
The class was a good intro to the basic foundations of portraiture.
5/5
Helen
2026-01-05
Group instruction hard for the group to follow but individual instruction and opportunity to ask questions great.
4/5
Elisabeth
2026-01-05

I had a fantastic experience at this event. A small group, there were myself and two other participants, and the tutor was great. Caring and insightful with lots of positive criticism and guidance.
4/5
Kenneth
2025-12-22
I enjoyed it as I am truly a beginner and the artist showed how to build up a picture step by step.
5/5
Launa
2025-11-10
Maureen had a lot to share - great event. Would highly recommend.
5/5
Helen
2025-07-06

Maureen Carolan-Dalton, my tutor on the Saturday morning, was brilliant. Maureen has a natural ability in teaching and imparting the skill sets necessary for this job.
5/5
Peter
2025-05-26
Great outdoor session
5/5
Nizza
2025-04-29
INSTRUCTORS
Maureen Carolan-Dalton
I studied Art & Design in London at Harrow College of Art( now the University of Westminster) and achieved Intermediate in Art& Design and NDD.
I held a career as a Fashion Designer for many Years, mainly in London.
I went on to establishing a career in Art from 2004 onwards.
I have taught Fashion and Design at Mt Gravatt college of TAFE in Brisbane.
I am now an award winning practising Artist, working in many mediums including watercolour, acrylic, pastel and oils

Maureen Carolan-Dalton is available for private bookings

Most Saturdays and Sundays from 10am until midday

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