The Tinker DifferenceLeave self-doubt at the door and discover a creative experience unlike any other in Toowoomba.
Tinker offers private art & creative workshops for groups designed for beginners, experienced creatives and everyone in between. At Tinker, we focus on teaching artistic techniques, creative processes and ideas, allowing every person to explore their own style and create artwork that feels uniquely theirs. Whether you are picking up a paintbrush for the first time or looking to develop your skills, our workshops are designed to help you feel confident and inspired. Our philosophy is simple: just give it a go! With the guidance of our practising artists and experienced educators, you'll discover your creative side while learning new skills in a relaxed and welcoming studio environment. Perfect for friends, team building activities, birthdays, hens parties, baby showers and anyone looking for unique things to do in Toowoomba, Tinker workshops are a memorable creative experience where everyone leaves with something they have made themselves. Our InstructorsAt Tinker, we blend creativity with expertise. Our workshops are led by practising artists and passionate educators who bring professional experience, artistic knowledge and a love of teaching into every class.
When you book a Tinker workshop, you are learning from artists who understand the creative process and know how to support all skill levels, from complete beginners to confident creatives. Our instructors guide you through techniques, ideas and creative choices while helping you develop your own artistic style. |
A Tinker Private Class ExperienceExclusive Session for Your Group:
Enjoy a private art class or creative workshop tailored specifically for your chosen guests, perfect for birthdays, hens parties, team building events and special celebrations. All Materials Provided: Everything you need is supplied, including art materials, aprons and equipment, so you can relax and focus on enjoying the creative experience. Hours of Fun: Immerse yourself in 2–4 hours (unless otherwise stated) of hands-on creativity, learning new techniques and creating your own unique artwork or handmade piece. Refreshments: Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee throughout your workshop. Expert Instruction: Learn from one of our practising artists who will guide you through techniques, answer questions and help you bring your creative ideas to life. Creative Freedom: Our studio provides the perfect space to experiment, explore new skills and create something that reflects your own personality and style. BYO Friendly: Bring your own beverages and snacks, including alcoholic drinks, to enjoy during your private workshop experience. Amenities: Paper cups are provided for your convenience. If you would prefer to use a glass, please BYO. Minimum 6 paid tickets for private bookings.
Maxium group size 12 people. |
Vase Painting$88 per person
2 hour workshop Explore colour, pattern and surface design while transforming a unique vase into a piece of functional art. Experiment with composition, decorative techniques and personal style to create a handmade piece that reflects your creative choices and can be enjoyed in your home. *shapes of vases vary with availbility |
Serving Board Painting$88 per person
2 hour workshop Combine creativity and design as you transform a wooden serving board into a personalised artwork. Explore composition, colour and illustration techniques using our style guide library for inspiration before creating a unique piece finished with a food-safe varnish. |
Pot Painting$66 per person
2 hour workshop Discover the foundations of surface design as you transform a terracotta pot into a one-of-a-kind piece. Explore colour, pattern and composition while experimenting with decorative techniques to create a functional artwork that brings your personal style into your home or garden. |
Fashion Gnomes$66 per person
2 hour workshop Reimagine the humble garden gnome as a unique creative character. Explore colour, personality and storytelling as you design a fashion-forward gnome using illustration techniques and playful details to create a one-of-a-kind artwork ready for the catwalk. |
Polymer Clay Earrings$99 per person
3 hour workshop Explore the creative possibilities of polymer clay while designing your own collection of wearable art. Learn clay techniques including slab designs, simple canes and woven patterns before creating and assembling up to ten pairs of unique handmade earrings. |
Polymer Clay Trinket Dish$99 per person
3 hour workshop Learn the foundations of working with polymer clay while creating two unique trinket dishes. Explore organic clay caning techniques, colour combinations and pattern development to design functional artworks that showcase your personal style. Everything is baked and completed during the workshop. |
Monsters! Painting$88 per person
3 hour workshop Create your own quirky community of monsters while exploring illustration, pattern and character design. Develop creative confidence through shape, colour and storytelling as you design an original acrylic painting filled with personality and imagination. |
Geometric Animals$88 per person
3 hour workshop Learn how to simplify an animal form into a bold geometric artwork. Explore shape, composition, colour relationships and acrylic painting techniques as you transform your chosen subject into a contemporary canvas design. |
World in a Jar Painting$66 per person
2 hour workshop Imagine your own miniature world and bring it to life through acrylic painting. Explore composition, colour and storytelling as you create a tiny landscape, dream scene or magical environment captured within your very own painted jar. |
Still Life Squared Painting$95 per person
4 hour workshop Explore colour theory, composition and contemporary painting techniques through a creative approach to still life. Using grid-based methods, experiment with colour choices and arrangement to create a bold acrylic artwork that transforms everyday objects into something unique. |
Continuous Line Still Life$88 per person
3 hour workshop Explore a modern approach to still life drawing by combining continuous line techniques with acrylic painting and paint pens. Develop confidence with line, shape and colour while creating a contemporary artwork inspired by your own arrangement or chosen subject. |
House Painting$88 per person
3 hour workshop Learn how to draw and paint a favourite building or place using your own reference photo. Explore perspective, composition, colour mixing and acrylic techniques while creating a personalised artwork inspired by a meaningful location. |
Duo-Tone Painting$88 per person
3 hour workshop Discover the impact of a limited colour palette while exploring colour theory through acrylic painting. Learn how artists create contrast, mood and depth using only two colours while developing your composition skills and creating a bold contemporary artwork. |
Monochrome Painting$88 per person
3 hour workshop Explore the foundations of colour, tone and contrast through monochrome painting. Work from your own reference photo or studio inspiration while learning how to create depth, atmosphere and detail using a single colour palette. |
Plants+Patterns Painting$88 per person
3 hour workshop Combine botanical inspiration with the creative possibilities of pattern design. Explore colour theory, layering and graphic illustration techniques while developing your own visual style and creating an original acrylic artwork filled with rhythm, detail and personality. |
Mini Pot Plant Painting$66 per person
2 hour workshop Create two miniature artworks while exploring contemporary acrylic painting techniques. Experiment with colour, layering and composition on a small scale to develop creative confidence and create unique pieces perfect for displaying or gifting. |
Sweets & Treats Painting$66 per person
2 hour workshop Explore the playful side of acrylic painting by using sweet treats as inspiration. Learn how artists capture shape, colour and texture while creating a fun, vibrant artwork featuring your favourite desserts and delicious details. |
Still Life Painting$66 per person
2 hour workshop Learn the foundations of still life drawing and acrylic painting while creating your own original artwork. Explore observation, composition, colour mixing and brush techniques as you transform everyday objects into a finished canvas painting. |
Collage Painting$95 per person
4 hour workshop Explore the relationship between memory, objects and visual storytelling through collage. Combine collected images, textures and painted elements to create a layered artwork that reflects your personal ideas, inspirations and creative perspective. |
Paint your Pet$88 per person
3 hour workshop Learn how to draw and paint your favourite pet using your own reference photo. Explore proportion, composition, colour mixing and acrylic painting techniques while creating a personalised portrait that captures the personality of your beloved animal. |
Bird Painting$88 per person
3 hour workshop Learn how to draw and paint your favourite bird while exploring colour, texture and composition. Using your own reference image, develop acrylic painting techniques and create a detailed artwork that reflects your personal style and creative choices. |
Continuous Line Faces$88 per person
3 hour workshopExplore the expressive possibilities of continuous line drawing while creating your own contemporary portrait artwork. Experiment with colour, pattern, layering and line to develop a unique piece that celebrates individuality and your personal creative style. |
Aussie Animal Painting$88 per person
3 hour workshop Learn how to draw and paint Australian wildlife using your own reference photo. Explore techniques for capturing shape, texture, colour and personality while developing your acrylic painting skills to create a unique artwork inspired by our native animals. |
Nature Flay Lay Painting$88 per person
3 hour workshop Learn how to draw and paint botanical subjects while exploring colour, shape and composition. Using natural forms as inspiration, develop acrylic techniques and create a detailed artwork that celebrates the beauty and personality of plants. |
Contemporary Portraiture$88 per person
3 hour workshop Learn how to draw and paint people with confidence using your own reference image. Explore proportions, facial features, colour mixing and acrylic techniques while creating a personalised portrait and developing skills you can continue practising at home. |
Feast Your Eyes$88 per person
3 hour workshopExplore the art of painting food through colour, shape and texture. Using delicious treats and favourite foods as inspiration, learn acrylic techniques for creating depth and detail while developing a vibrant artwork that looks good enough to eat. |
Paint an Animal$88 per person
3 hour workshop Choose any animal that inspires you and learn how to transform it from a photograph into a painted artwork. Develop drawing skills, explore colour mixing and build confidence using acrylic techniques while creating a personalised piece unique to you. |
Watercolour Tiny Towns$95 per person
3 hour workshopLearn how to draw and paint your own miniature townscape using watercolour techniques. Explore perspective, line, colour and layering while creating a charming illustrated world inspired by places, memories or your own imagination. |
Watercolour Animals$95 per person
3 hour workshop Explore the expressive possibilities of watercolour while learning how to draw and paint your favourite animal. Develop skills in observation, layering, colour mixing and detail to create a unique artwork inspired by your chosen subject. |
Watercolour Portraits$95 per person
3 hour workshop Learn the foundations of portrait drawing before exploring the unique qualities of watercolour. Develop skills in proportion, colour, layering and expression while creating a personalised portrait artwork with your own creative approach. |
Illustration Watercolour$95per person
3 hour workshop Explore the relationship between illustration and watercolour as you create your own unique motif design. Experiment with shape, composition and layered imagery to develop a creative artwork inspired by your own ideas and visual style. |
Watercolour Insects$95 per person
3 hour workshop Learn how to draw and paint any insect or bug from your own reference photo. Explore traditional and contemporary watercolour techniques while developing observation skills, colour layering and fine details to create a delicate nature-inspired artwork. |
Watercolour Birds$95 per person
3 hour workshopLearn how to draw and paint any bird from your own photograph while exploring the beauty of watercolour. Discover techniques for layering, colour mixing and capturing texture to create a detailed artwork inspired by your chosen subject. |
Watercolour Plants$88 per person
2 hour workshop Explore botanical drawing and watercolour techniques while learning how to capture the unique shapes and details of plants. Develop confidence with observation, colour and layering as you create your own nature-inspired artwork. |
Unwind with Watercolour$88 per person
2 hour workshop Discover the playful and expressive side of watercolour through experimentation and exploration. Learn how pigment flows, blends and layers while creating organic artworks inspired by movement, intuition and the process of automatic drawing. |
Illustration Patterns $120 per person
4 hour workshop Explore the foundations of pattern design by creating your own repeating motif tile. Using inspiration from our style guide library, learn how to develop a pattern tile and transform your design into a finished watercolour artwork. |
Intro to Screenprinting$95 per person
3 hour workshop Discover the foundations of screenprinting while learning how artists create bold, layered prints. Explore stencil design, ink application and printing techniques as you develop your own design and create handmade prints to take home. |
Reduction Printing$120 per person
4 hour workshop Explore the process of reduction printing by carving, layering and transforming a single block through multiple stages. Learn how colour, planning and technique combine to create detailed multi-layered prints through this exciting printmaking process. |
Intro to Relief Printing$120 per person
4 hour workshop Discover the foundations of relief printing by designing and carving your own handmade stamps. Learn about carving, composition and ink application while creating a collection of printed artworks on paper and a personalised notebook. |