What is the minimum age for the workshop?

The recommended minimum age for holiday workshops is 14 years old, and the content is aimed at beginner artists who would like to take their work further.

Will I be able to bring my lunch with me on the day?

Food & beverages are not included. BYO lunch (fridge and microwave available on site) or purchase food from the food court on the lower ground floor of the Myer Centre.

What time is the lunch break?

Normally we break for lunch around 12:30pm. If this changes we will announce this during the workshop. There will be shorter breaks throughout the day.

To access CDW Studios Adelaide: Enter Myer Centre Building from Rundle Mall and walk to Western Glass Atrium lifts (#14 + #15 - outside Uniqlo). Take lifts to Level 4 (Button says 'No Public Access') Please call CDW Studios for directions should you need assistance: 0406 635 897.

Digital Art - Holiday Workshop at CDW Studios - Adelaide & Online (APR 13) Tickets, Monday, Apr 13 from 10 am to 4 pm

Overview

Join our FREE holiday workshop and learn from top artists as they introduce you to entertainment design!

Level up your drawing skills in a fun, interactive, full day workshop!

Participants will get an introductory insight to the industry whilst learning techniques that they can apply straight away! Perfect for beginners who wish to learn more as well as more experienced artists who want to push their work to the next level. This workshop is a fantastic starting point for those who are curious about venturing into the competitive world of visual effects and entertainment design.

Take this rare opportunity to learn from professional artists in a fun, engaging environment.

Limted in-person spots: Registrations required!

In-person: Ages 14 and above

Online: All ages

Join our FREE holiday workshop and learn from top artists as they introduce you to entertainment design!

Level up your drawing skills in a fun, interactive, full day workshop!

Participants will get an introductory insight to the industry whilst learning techniques that they can apply straight away! Perfect for beginners who wish to learn more as well as more experienced artists who want to push their work to the next level. This workshop is a fantastic starting point for those who are curious about venturing into the competitive world of visual effects and entertainment design.

Take this rare opportunity to learn from professional artists in a fun, engaging environment.

Limted in-person spots: Registrations required!

In-person: Ages 14 and above

Online: All ages

What you will need:

Drawing devices and drawing materials! See recommendations below.

The instructor will demonstrate digital art techniques using Photoshop & Blender.

You're welcome to use whichever software you're comfortable with or use paper/pen/pencils/markers etc.

Hardware Recommendations

- A laptop and drawing tablet (eg. Wacom and Huion have good drawing tablets) so that you can follow along, as we do not supply any equipment for our workshops.

- iPads may be used with the Procreate app.

Software Recommendations

- Adobe Photoshop - You can take up a 7-day trial if you haven't used it before and would like to try it out.

- Other drawing programs include Manga studio, Krita, Corel Painter, Heavypaint, or Gimp.

- For iPad users we recommend Procreate

- Blender - free!

What if I don’t have a laptop or drawing software?

No worries! You can use a sketchbook and pencils/pens/markers, but just be mindful that the instructor will demonstrate digitally. The foundations of what you'll learn will be transferrable to any medium.