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

Paint a 3D-printed fantasy miniature! Inviting 10 –14 year-olds to dive into a guided painting adventure. All materials will be provided.

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

In this 3-hour guided workshop, students will paint their own 3D-printed character miniature from start to finish and learn foundational miniature painting techniques in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Each student will choose from three original character designs, including our friendly critter mascot Moko.

Who is this workshop for?

The workshop is ideal for kids new to miniature painting and who already enjoy art, gaming, fantasy worlds, or creative hobbies.

What will kids learn?

• Thinning paints and applying smooth basecoats
• Using washes to add depth and shadow (colour theory)
• Drybrushing and highlighting techniques for metalics
• Creating a scenic base

Will all materials be provided? Yes, including:

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

Important information for parents:

• Ages: 10–14 ( Eventbrite website says 12, please ingnore)
• Time: Class starts at 9 AM (drop off from 8:45) and finishes at 12 PM (pack-up begins at approx. 11:40 AM)
• Location: Box Hill Community Arts Centre - Drycraft East Studio
• This is a drop-off workshop with structured supervision by a licensed teacher
• 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.