WEA Course Guide - December 2025 to February 2026

PHOTOGRAPHY & FILM DSLR PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS An 8-week course for beginners to learn essential skills in camera operation, shutter speed and exposure control, and basic post-processing using camera, lenses, flash and computer. Join the tutor on guided field trips (am & pm) on the 6th and 7th sessions. BYO DSLR Camera and manual. See website for more info and requirements. Elena Pochesneva 67504 Tue., 5.30pm 13 January, 6 wks x 2 hrs + 2 F/T (17 & 21 Feb) FEE: $220, disc. $197, conc. $195 WEA CENTRE PERFORMING ARTS ACTING WORKSHOP - CHARACTER BUILDING Dive into the art of character creation in this 4-hour acting workshop. Explore physicality, voice, and emotional depth to bring authentic, layered characters to life. Through guided exercises and improvisation, you’ll develop tools to embody roles with confidence, creativity, and truth—perfect for actors of all experience levels. Turea Blyth Degree in Performing Arts 65510 Sat., 9.30am 10 January, 1 sess x 4 hrs FEE: $86, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE NEW

GET TO KNOW YOUR SEWING MACHINE Learn how to alter tensions, using different stitches and feet. Gain the confidence you need to make a garment. Estimated cost of materials approx. $20. Shirley Cook 65301 Sat., 10am 10 January, 1 day x 6 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE OVERLOCKING FOR BEGINNERS A one-day workshop for beginners only. Let our tutor show you how to get the very best out of your overlocker. Estimated cost of materials $20. BYO overlocker in good working order and all materials. Materials are not included in the course fee. Shirley Cook 65304 Sat., 10am 31 January, 1 day x 6 hrs FEE: $172, disc. $156, conc. $152 WEA CENTRE KNITTING BASICS Learn the basics of knitting. In week 1 you'll learn the basics, and then start to make a simple garment in week 2. Bring a pattern with you, so your tutor can advise what wool to bring for week 2. Also, please bring one ball of 8ply wool and one pair of size 4 needles. (materials cost approx $20 - $30 dollars in total) Dorothy Fletcher 65312 Sat., 9.30am 31 January, 2 wks x 3 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE CHICKEN SCRATCH EMBROIDERY This introductory course will teach you how to stitch a simple pattern using the vintage embroidery technique ‘Chicken Scratch’. This technique combines stitching and weaving on a base of gingham fabric, and could decorate a variety of items such as, scarves, tablecloths, skirts, aprons, pillow cases, or simply pop it in a frame. Approximate cost for all materials $40. Victoria Lowery MA Vis.Art., Grad.Dip.Ed.Sec 65331 Sat., 10am 7 February, 1 day x 6 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE

SHIBORI QUEST Japanese Shibori dyeing has become popular over the years, due to its unique look. In this beginner's course, you ll learn a combination of techniques to make 2-3 medium to large pieces to refresh your wardrobe or living room. Feel free to bring one extra item like a dress, t-shirt or pillow case white/pastel only and 100% cotton. Materials and fabric included in fee and value $40. Rehana Usman 65360 Sat., 1pm 10 January, 1 sess x 3.5 hrs FEE: $125, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE CRAFT LEADLIGHTING FOR BEGINNERS Learn how to make your own leadlight panel. A variety of beginner patterns are supplied which are designed to easily guide you through cutting glass, placing lead, soldering joints and then finally puttying and polishing your finished piece. Materials and tools cost approximately $300. It is not advisable to do this course if you are pregnant as you are working with lead. Ross Clarke 67419 Wed., 6pm 4 February, 5 wks x 2.5 hrs An introduction to soy wax candle making! Topics include container and wick selection, fragrances and colouring. Materials to make 300gm candle, tin can candle, fragrant melts and tea lights are included in fee. Cost of materials for the 2nd session will be dependent upon student's project choices and paid direct to the Tutor. Imperative to attend the first session. Shane Fairlie 67402 Mon., 6pm 12 January, 2 wks x 3 hrs FEE: $134, disc. $129, conc. $125 WEA CENTRE INTRODUCTION TO MACRAME New to Macrame? This beginner course is perfect if you are just starting out. Discover the joy of this rewarding handicraft and start to learn the basic Macrame knots step by step to make decorative and elegant Macrame pieces. Approximate cost for all materials is $60 and will need to be purchased prior to the class. Victoria Lowery MA Vis.Art., Grad.Dip.Ed.Sec 67403 Fri., 10am 16 January, 2 wks x 3 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE HANDMADE SEED OF LIFE JOURNAL Combining Sacred Geometry and Book Binding, students will create their very own handmade journal. Starting with a beautiful Seed of Life cover and completing the journal construction with a Japanese Stab style binding. Paper, needles and thread will be provided by the tutor and included in fee. Other materials required (less than $20) are written on receipt. Alison Russell FEE: $207, disc. $189, WEA CENTRE CANDLE MAKING FOR BEGINNERS

ACTING WORKSHOP - IMPROVISED PLAY NEW Discover the joy of spontaneous storytelling in this 4-hour Improvised Play workshop. Through fun, fast-paced exercises, you’ll learn to think on your feet, build scenes collaboratively, and create memorable characters without a script. Strengthen your creativity, confidence, and stage presence while exploring the freedom and playfulness of improvisation. Turea Blyth Degree in Performing Arts 65511 Sat., 9.30am 17 January, 1 sess x 4 hrs FEE: $86, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE

TEXTILE CRAFT SEWING FOR BEGINNERS

PATCHWORK QUILTING FOR BEGINNERS Take your first steps into the wonderful world of Patchwork Quilting. In this course you'll complete your first lap-size quilt of approximately 150cm square. Your tutor will provide you with a kit of 9 x fat quarters with different colour options which you will purchase from them on the first day for $20. List of requirements (including sewing machine) on receipt. Shirley Cook 65352 Mon., 10am 2 February, 6 wks x 2.5 n/s 9/3 FEE: $204, disc. $184, conc. $179 WEA CENTRE

Learn all steps from cutting material to the finished garment. Save money by making clothes for yourself and your family. NOTE: You must know how to thread machine and bobbin or have done the Get to Know Your Sewing Machine course. Materials approx $40. Pauline Walladge Cert. Fashion & Soft Furn 65302 Tue., 6.30pm 13 January, 6 wks x 2.5 hrs FEE: $204, disc. $184, conc. $179 WEA CENTRE

67412 Sat., 9am 17 January, 1 sess x 4 hrs FEE: $94, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE

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