Make art - eat cake! (multiple dates)
Workshops almost sold out - new dates coming soon. Buy a gift voucher for Mother’s Day!
2-hour visual art workshop
Led by Marianne Mettes
Multiple dates available
Includes coffee, cake & art materials
The Front Gallery & Cafe, Lyneham
1/84 Wattle St, Lyneham ACT 2602
🏷️ Description:
In this workshop, you truly can have your cake and eat it too!
Join award-winning artist and qualified visual art teacher Marianne Mettes for a fun and relaxing morning exploring texture, colour and creativity — all while enjoying coffee and cake in one of Canberra’s most beloved creative spaces.
In this 2-hour hands-on workshop, you'll explore layering, print-making techniques and rubbings using acrylic paint and coloured pencils to create a textured nature scene inspired by the Lyneham surrounds. You'll learn easy, effective techniques to build depth and detail — and walk away with your own framed artwork, ready to hang with pride!
Whether you're an absolute beginner or a budding artist looking to try something new, this workshop is designed to be fun, social and inspiring.
Proudly supported by The Front Gallery and Cafe.
👉 This workshop is designed for adults, but young creatives aged 16+ are very welcome to join!
🍰 What's Included:
2 hours of professional, friendly tuition
All art materials (paints, pencils, paper, etc.)
A frame for your finished artwork
Delicious cake and coffee from The Front Café
A relaxed and supportive creative atmosphere
📅 Dates:
Monday 28 April, 10am-12noon
Sunday 11 May, 3:30-5:30pm (Mother’s Day)SOLD OUTSunday 18 May, 3:30-5:30pm (almost sold out)
Friday 23 May, 6:30-8:30pm (almost sold out)
Sunday 25 May, 3:30-5:30pm
Thursday 29 May, 6:30-8:30pm
💸 Price:
$65 per person
(Includes all materials, framing, refreshments and tuition)Mother’s Day special: buy 2 tickets for $110SOLD OUTEarly bird option: $55
(book before 18/4/25)
🎨 What to Bring:
Just bring yourself!
All materials are provided
We recommend wearing clothes you don’t mind getting creative in
🔄 Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Can’t make it? You're welcome to transfer your booking to a friend or we can offer you a credit for a future workshop
If the workshop is cancelled by us, you’ll receive a full refund
🙋♀️ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any art experience?
Nope! This class is beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels.
Can I bring a friend?
Yes! Just be sure to book a spot for each person.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes — The Front Gallery and Cafe is wheelchair accessible. Let us know if you have any additional accessibility needs.
How do I get there?
The Front Gallery and Cafe is located at Shop 1, 84 Wattle Street Lyneham Shops, ACT 2602. Street parking is available out the front and more parking at the back of Lyneham Shops.
There are bus services and light rail stops near by, visit https://www.transport.act.gov.au/tickets-and-myway for more information.
What if I have food allergies?
Please let us know when you book and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
What’s included in the price?
Everything — art materials, expert guidance, framing, and refreshments!
✨ Spots are strictly limited — book now and treat yourself to a morning of creativity, community, and cake.
Please read the terms and conditions before signing up, click here for the terms and conditions.
Payments are in AUD and sessions are in Canberra/Sydney (AEST) timezone.
Workshops almost sold out - new dates coming soon. Buy a gift voucher for Mother’s Day!
2-hour visual art workshop
Led by Marianne Mettes
Multiple dates available
Includes coffee, cake & art materials
The Front Gallery & Cafe, Lyneham
1/84 Wattle St, Lyneham ACT 2602
🏷️ Description:
In this workshop, you truly can have your cake and eat it too!
Join award-winning artist and qualified visual art teacher Marianne Mettes for a fun and relaxing morning exploring texture, colour and creativity — all while enjoying coffee and cake in one of Canberra’s most beloved creative spaces.
In this 2-hour hands-on workshop, you'll explore layering, print-making techniques and rubbings using acrylic paint and coloured pencils to create a textured nature scene inspired by the Lyneham surrounds. You'll learn easy, effective techniques to build depth and detail — and walk away with your own framed artwork, ready to hang with pride!
Whether you're an absolute beginner or a budding artist looking to try something new, this workshop is designed to be fun, social and inspiring.
Proudly supported by The Front Gallery and Cafe.
👉 This workshop is designed for adults, but young creatives aged 16+ are very welcome to join!
🍰 What's Included:
2 hours of professional, friendly tuition
All art materials (paints, pencils, paper, etc.)
A frame for your finished artwork
Delicious cake and coffee from The Front Café
A relaxed and supportive creative atmosphere
📅 Dates:
Monday 28 April, 10am-12noon
Sunday 11 May, 3:30-5:30pm (Mother’s Day)SOLD OUTSunday 18 May, 3:30-5:30pm (almost sold out)
Friday 23 May, 6:30-8:30pm (almost sold out)
Sunday 25 May, 3:30-5:30pm
Thursday 29 May, 6:30-8:30pm
💸 Price:
$65 per person
(Includes all materials, framing, refreshments and tuition)Mother’s Day special: buy 2 tickets for $110SOLD OUTEarly bird option: $55
(book before 18/4/25)
🎨 What to Bring:
Just bring yourself!
All materials are provided
We recommend wearing clothes you don’t mind getting creative in
🔄 Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Can’t make it? You're welcome to transfer your booking to a friend or we can offer you a credit for a future workshop
If the workshop is cancelled by us, you’ll receive a full refund
🙋♀️ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any art experience?
Nope! This class is beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels.
Can I bring a friend?
Yes! Just be sure to book a spot for each person.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes — The Front Gallery and Cafe is wheelchair accessible. Let us know if you have any additional accessibility needs.
How do I get there?
The Front Gallery and Cafe is located at Shop 1, 84 Wattle Street Lyneham Shops, ACT 2602. Street parking is available out the front and more parking at the back of Lyneham Shops.
There are bus services and light rail stops near by, visit https://www.transport.act.gov.au/tickets-and-myway for more information.
What if I have food allergies?
Please let us know when you book and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
What’s included in the price?
Everything — art materials, expert guidance, framing, and refreshments!
✨ Spots are strictly limited — book now and treat yourself to a morning of creativity, community, and cake.
Please read the terms and conditions before signing up, click here for the terms and conditions.
Payments are in AUD and sessions are in Canberra/Sydney (AEST) timezone.
Workshops almost sold out - new dates coming soon. Buy a gift voucher for Mother’s Day!
2-hour visual art workshop
Led by Marianne Mettes
Multiple dates available
Includes coffee, cake & art materials
The Front Gallery & Cafe, Lyneham
1/84 Wattle St, Lyneham ACT 2602
🏷️ Description:
In this workshop, you truly can have your cake and eat it too!
Join award-winning artist and qualified visual art teacher Marianne Mettes for a fun and relaxing morning exploring texture, colour and creativity — all while enjoying coffee and cake in one of Canberra’s most beloved creative spaces.
In this 2-hour hands-on workshop, you'll explore layering, print-making techniques and rubbings using acrylic paint and coloured pencils to create a textured nature scene inspired by the Lyneham surrounds. You'll learn easy, effective techniques to build depth and detail — and walk away with your own framed artwork, ready to hang with pride!
Whether you're an absolute beginner or a budding artist looking to try something new, this workshop is designed to be fun, social and inspiring.
Proudly supported by The Front Gallery and Cafe.
👉 This workshop is designed for adults, but young creatives aged 16+ are very welcome to join!
🍰 What's Included:
2 hours of professional, friendly tuition
All art materials (paints, pencils, paper, etc.)
A frame for your finished artwork
Delicious cake and coffee from The Front Café
A relaxed and supportive creative atmosphere
📅 Dates:
Monday 28 April, 10am-12noon
Sunday 11 May, 3:30-5:30pm (Mother’s Day)SOLD OUTSunday 18 May, 3:30-5:30pm (almost sold out)
Friday 23 May, 6:30-8:30pm (almost sold out)
Sunday 25 May, 3:30-5:30pm
Thursday 29 May, 6:30-8:30pm
💸 Price:
$65 per person
(Includes all materials, framing, refreshments and tuition)Mother’s Day special: buy 2 tickets for $110SOLD OUTEarly bird option: $55
(book before 18/4/25)
🎨 What to Bring:
Just bring yourself!
All materials are provided
We recommend wearing clothes you don’t mind getting creative in
🔄 Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Can’t make it? You're welcome to transfer your booking to a friend or we can offer you a credit for a future workshop
If the workshop is cancelled by us, you’ll receive a full refund
🙋♀️ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any art experience?
Nope! This class is beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels.
Can I bring a friend?
Yes! Just be sure to book a spot for each person.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes — The Front Gallery and Cafe is wheelchair accessible. Let us know if you have any additional accessibility needs.
How do I get there?
The Front Gallery and Cafe is located at Shop 1, 84 Wattle Street Lyneham Shops, ACT 2602. Street parking is available out the front and more parking at the back of Lyneham Shops.
There are bus services and light rail stops near by, visit https://www.transport.act.gov.au/tickets-and-myway for more information.
What if I have food allergies?
Please let us know when you book and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
What’s included in the price?
Everything — art materials, expert guidance, framing, and refreshments!
✨ Spots are strictly limited — book now and treat yourself to a morning of creativity, community, and cake.
Please read the terms and conditions before signing up, click here for the terms and conditions.
Payments are in AUD and sessions are in Canberra/Sydney (AEST) timezone.