Welcome to Hive Art Studio

Building Strong Artistic Foundations for Young Creatives

Hive Art Studio is a leading visual arts school serving children and teens across the Hunter and Lake Macquarie region. We offer dynamic, skills-focused classes in illustration, painting, and sculpture designed to develop technical ability and artistic discipline.

Led by experienced visual artists, our programs provide structured, progressive instruction tailored to each age and stage. Students learn essential techniques in drawing, colour theory, composition, and 3D form, laying the groundwork for confident, capable artistic growth.

Our small class sizes ensure every student receives personalised guidance and focused support, regardless of their starting level. Whether your child is a beginner or looking to refine existing skills, Hive offers a clear, developmental path to artistic excellence.

Program Overview by Age Group

Art Buzz (Ages 5–7)
Our youngest students build fine motor skills and visual awareness through fun, age-appropriate projects. They’re introduced to basic concepts like line, shape, colour mixing, and texture, using a variety of materials and techniques.

Art Club (Ages 8–11 or 12-17)
At this stage, students begin more focused skill development in drawing, painting, and sculpture. Classes emphasise technique, control, and creative problem-solving while introducing foundational art principles and terminology.

Illustration (Ages 8-10 & 11-14)

For kids who love to draw—and want to get better at it! If your child is always sketching, doodling, or designing characters, our Illustration classes are the perfect way to turn that passion into real drawing skills. In this class, children learn core techniques such as line work, shading, proportion, and perspective, all while working on fun and engaging projects that bring their ideas to life.

Taught by professional illustrators in a supportive environment, students build confidence and control in their drawing, with clear guidance every step of the way.

Art Academy (Ages 11–17)
Teen artists take their skills to the next level through in-depth study of form, proportion, shading, perspective, and advanced media handling. With a strong focus on technique, these classes prepare students for more serious art study or portfolio development.

Join Hive Art Studio and give your child the opportunity to learn, improve, and thrive in a professional, skill-based learning environment.