Workshops
Interested in learning from Alex?
Alex has over a decade of teaching experience and strives to provide high quality arts education for both teens and adults. She runs workshops out of her teaching space located at 370 Magill Road while also lecturing at Adelaide Central School of Art in both Drawing & Contemporary Studies.
She began her teaching journey back in 2011 and has since provided educational workshops throughout South Australia. She specialises in teaching both digital and traditional drawing, but also works with watercolour, paint and mixed media.
If you’re interested in working with Alex to create/deliver a bespoke workshop for you and a group please contact her here.
Upcoming Courses | December 2026
At 370 Magill Road, Kensington Park SA 5068
Adult Courses (ages 16 - 99+)
Tuesday 8 December
6 - 8 pm | Adult Course
Held at 370 Magill Road
Spend 2 hours in a relaxed studio setting learning to draw a realistic eye. This hands-on session is designed for adults of all skill levels, no experience or materials required ☺️
You'll learn basic anatomy, proportion, shading techniques, and how to create depth and expression using graphite pencils and blending tools. Alex will demonstrate step-by-step methods, give personalised tips, and provide time for practice and feedback so each participant leaves with a finished drawing and newfound confidence in their skills.
All materials provided.
Please ensure that you have read and understand the student Code of Conduct and the Terms & Conditions.
Wednesday 9 December
6 - 8 pm | Adult Course
Held at 370 Magill Road
Spend 2 hours in a relaxed studio setting learning to draw a front-on portrait.
This hands-on session is designed for adults of all skill levels, no experience or materials required. In this session you'll learn basic facial proportions and placement of features.
Alex will demonstrate step-by-step methods, give personalised tips, and provide time for practice and feedback so each student leaves with a finished front-on portrait and newfound confidence to continue drawing in their own time.
All materials provided.
Please ensure that you have read and understand the student Code of Conduct and the Terms & Conditions.
Upcoming Courses | January 2027
At 370 Magill Road, Kensington Park SA 5068
Adult Courses
Saturday 16 + 23 January 2027 | 10 am - 2:30pm
Begin your year by developing your sketchbook habit ✍️
Over two consecutive Saturdays you’ll explore how to maintain a sketchbook by utilising drawing as a mode of reflective practice and idea generation. Through a range of experimental approaches and traditional drawing techniques you’ll learn how to kickstart a creative habit that allows you to explore the world around you while developing your own visual voice.
Perfect for people looking to start drawing more consistently from beginners to those with more experience.
Materials Required:
Graphite Pencils
Optional: Coloured PencilsA4 Sketchbook
I recommend a mid-range to good quality sketchbook as it makes drawing feel extra special ☺️ These are some good ones: Moleskine, Talens or if you want to be really fancy a Paperblanks works great.All other materials are provided
Please make sure that you’ve read and understand the workshops Terms & Conditions and behavioural Code of Conduct before enrolling.
Teen School Holiday Course
Wednesday 13 January | 10 am - 3 pm
Step into the wonderful world of drawing 👩🎨
This full-day course will introduce teens to different drawing materials and techniques. It’s perfect for students who want to build confidence and skill in a relaxed, creative space.
Through guided exercises and plenty of time to explore, students will sharpen their observation, learn to enjoy material experimentation, and finish the day with new skills and a few pieces they’re proud of. All abilities welcome ☺️
Materials Required:
Set of Graphite Pencils
Eraser
A4 or A3 sketchbook
All other materials are provided
Please make sure that you’ve read and understand the workshops Terms & Conditions and behavioural Code of Conduct before enrolling.
Course images: Student work from ‘Intro to Coloured Pencil’ course | Alex Beckinsale Cellestia Nova
Upcoming Courses | Term 1 2027
February - March At 370 Magill Road, Kensington Park SA 5068
Adult Courses | Ages 16 - 99+
10:00am - 12:30pm | Sat 6 Feb - 20 Mar 2027 (7 weeks)
Held at 370 Magill Rd | Suitable for beginners - intermediate artists | ages 16 +
Learn to capture the human figure with confidence 🧑🩰
Over seven weeks, you’ll work steadily through proportion, structure, expression, and gesture. You’ll learn how to build the practical skills needed to draw people who feel alive and 3-dimensional. Suitable for beginners and for those looking to refine and deepen their existing approach.
All you need is an A3 or A4 sketchbook,* 2B + HB graphite pencils and hard + kneadable erasers.
*I recommend Derwent, Canson or Talens sketchbooks. Avoid Mont Marte paper as it often falls apart when you use an eraser 😕
Week 1 - Introduction to the essential forms of the human body
Week 2 - Human Proportions
Week 3 - Drawing Hands & Feet
Week 4 - Drawing the Full Figure
Week 5 - Drawing the figure gesturally
Week 6 - Final project begins
Week 7 - Finishing final project
This course is designed for adult participants | minimum age 16
Please ensure that you have read and understand the student Code of Conduct and the Terms & Conditions.
Monday 1 Feb - 15 March 2027 | 6 - 8:30 pm | (7 week course)
Let your imagination run wild in this seven-week course on designing original characters and fantastical creatures 🧝♀️
You’ll develop concepts from first sketch to finished design, exploring shape, personality and storytelling along the way. A great fit for anyone who loves fantasy, games or illustration.
Materials Required:
Pencil
Paper
Hard + kneadable erasers
You are welcome to bring in digital drawing tablets and any other materials you want to create with ☺️ Please make sure that you’ve read and understand the workshops Terms & Conditions and behavioural Code of Conduct before enrolling.
Week 1 - Intro week to creature & characters in pop culture
Week 2 - Humanoid Characters
Week 3 - Hybrid Creatures
Week 4 - Classic Creatures - Sea Serpents, Griffins, and more
Week 5 - Dragons
Week 6 - 2 week final project
Week 7 - 2 week final project
Image: Alex Beckinsale, Dark Epoch Cover image commission
7 Feb - 21 Mar 2027 | 2:30 - 5:00pm | 7 weeks
From family pets to wildlife, this course will give you the skills to draw animals with accuracy and personality 🐕
Over seven weeks, you’ll explore anatomy, fur, feathers and texture, and learn how to bring movement and character to your drawings.
Beginners and experienced artists alike are welcome.
Week 1 - Introduction to different animal forms
Week 2 - Animal Proportions
Week 3 - Pets - cats, dogs & more
Week 4 - Native animals
Week 5 - Birds & reptiles
Week 6 - Final project begins
Week 7 - Finishing final project
You are welcome to bring in digital drawing tablets and any other materials you want to create with ☺️ Please make sure that you’ve read and understand the workshops Terms & Conditionsand behavioural Code of Conductbefore enrolling.
Required materials:
A4 or A3 Sketchbook
Graphite pencils
Hard & kneadable erasers
All other materials provided
Images: Alex Beckinsale, Gomer, pastel and pencil on paper | Student Work from Intro to Coloured Pencil 2026
Teen Courses | Ages 12 - 18
1:15 - 3:30pm | Saturday 6 Feb - 20 March 2027 (7 weeks) | Ages 12 - 18
Step into a brand new adventure where storytelling meets art.
Over seven weeks, teens will journey through a shared fantasy quest while creating artwork inspired by the characters, creatures and worlds they encounter. A fun, imaginative way to build drawing skills, ideal for fans of fantasy and tabletop games. It’s like D&D… but for art!
Each student will create a character that they will play for the course, and keep a record of each session in their “field journal”, documenting the strange creatures, plants and people they encounter through art.
Materials required:
Sketchbook
Pencils
Erasers
All other materials are provided
Please make sure that you’ve read and understand the workshops Terms & Conditions and behavioural Code of Conduct before enrolling.
Image: Previous student work from Myth & Magic
Monday 1 Feb - 15 March (7 weeks) | 4 - 5:30 pm
Held at 370 Magill Road
Perfect for budding illustrators, this course teaches teens how to create memorable original characters. Over seven weeks, students will learn how to develop personality, pose and costume, and build a character from initial idea to polished design.
Required materials:
Graphite Pencils
Eraser
A4 or A3 sketchbook
Please ensure that you have read and understand the student Code of Conduct and the Terms & Conditions.
2 Feb - 9 March (6 weeks) | 1 - 3pm
Held at 370 Magill Rd, Kensington Park SA 5068
This course is designed for Homeschooled Teens | aged 12 - 17
A welcoming weekly art session designed for homeschooled students. Over six weeks, students will explore a variety of drawing and creative techniques in a friendly, supportive group, building skills and confidence while making new creative friends.
Students will need to bring images that they want to draw each week, an A3 or A4 sketchbook, 2B + HB graphite pencils and hard and kneadable erasers PLUS any other materials that they want to experiment with and get feedback on👩🎨
Students will develop their drawing skills at their own pace while receiving supportive, personalised feedback to help them grow as young artists. With a focus on confidence-building, creative exploration, and learning how to refine their ideas, this club offers a welcoming space for teens to connect, experiment, and deepen their artistic voice.
Venue located at 370 Magill Road - Parking available on Water Street.
Please ensure that you have read and understand the student Code of Conduct and the Terms & Conditions.
Image: Work from student in previous Homeschool Art Club Course
