"Craft Your Own 3D Hero" Workshop at Box Hill Community Arts Centre

Paint a 3D-printed miniature! Ages 10–14 learn painting skills like washes, highlights and basing, and take home a finished model!

Join Wonder Forge Studio for a hands-on Miniature Painting Workshop designed for curious, creative young people aged 10–14.

In this 3-hour guided workshop, students will paint their own 3D-printed character miniature from start to finish. Working step by step, participants will learn essential miniature painting techniques in a relaxed, supportive environment — no prior experience is needed.

Each student will choose from three original character designs, including our friendly critter mascot Moko, and be guided through the full process of bringing their character to life with colour, texture, and detail. This workshop is ideal for beginners, as well as kids who already enjoy art, gaming, fantasy worlds, or creative hobbies.

What students will learn

• How to thin paints and apply smooth basecoats
• How to use washes to add depth and shadow
• Simple drybrushing and highlighting techniques for metalics
• How to create a scenic base
• How to use and care for miniature painting brushes

What’s included

• One 3D-printed character miniature to paint and take home
• All paints, brushes, palettes, and materials
• Scenic basing materials
• Clear demonstrations and individual guidance

Important information for parents

• Ages: 10–14 ( Event says 12 and over please ignore)
• Time: Class starts at 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (Drop off from 8:45 am and pack-up begins at approximately 11:40 am)
• Location: Box Hill Community Arts Centre - Drycraft East Studio
• This is a drop-off workshop with structured supervision throughout the session
• Please ensure participants are collected promptly at 12:00 pm
• Please wear clothes that can get a little paint on them
• Bring a water bottle and a small snack

About the facilitator

The workshop is led by a licensed teacher and experienced creative educator, with a current Working With Children Check (Victoria) and professional experience delivering hands-on art, design, and technology workshops for young people.

Spaces are limited to 16 participants to ensure every student receives personalised support and guidance.