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Celebrate the spooky season at the Varley! Children will explore themes of ghosts, monsters, creatures, and the unexpected while developing their artistic skills through a fun, hands-on project designed to spark imagination and self-expression. All materials included.

Create colourful abstract artwork together using acrylic pouring techniques. Designed for families with children on the autism spectrum, this inclusive workshop offers a welcoming space to explore colour, movement and pattern through hands-on painting. No previous art experience is required. Note: Please register only one family member per household. Maximum two participants per family.

A mysterious case needs solving at the Varley Art Gallery! Become an art detective and follow clues through the studio, looking closely at artworks, and drawing your discoveries along the way. Create your own detective badge and help solve the mystery through art, storytelling, and creative play. All materials are included.

Imagine a tiny world trapped inside a snow globe! Design and create your own 3D miniature winter scene filled with characters, creatures and stories using mixed media and sculpture. All materials are included.

What really happens at the North Pole? Become the author of your own winter adventure! Create a magical storybook set in your very own North Pole, complete with illustrated maps, imaginative scenes and plasticine characters to bring your story to life. All materials are included.

Welcome to Santa’s Secret Gift Shop, where young artists become holiday makers! Create handmade cards, thoughtful gifts and magical surprises for the special people in your life using a variety of art materials and techniques. From tiny treasures to one-of-a-kind creations, you never know what might come out of this secret workshop! All materials are […]

Start 2027 somewhere completely new! Become a world-builder and create a planet unlike anything Earth has ever seen. Design alien landscapes, mysterious creatures, imaginative inhabitants and the places they call home through drawing, sculpture and mixed media. What will your planet look like? Who will live there? The possibilities are endless! All materials are included.

Get ready for a flurry of fun! From frosty forests to silly snow creatures, campers will fill the studio with colourful paintings, imaginative drawings, and larger-than-life masterpieces. Experiment with exciting painting techniques while creating artwork inspired by the wonder of winter. All materials are included.

Ring in the new year with creativity! Create celebratory artwork inspired by fireworks, wishes, dreams and new beginnings through colourful painting, collage and mixed media. All materials are included.