Paint Your Way - Open Studio Sessions

Paint for Fun Painting and Art Workshops Melbourne

A Relaxed, Self-Paced Art and Painting Experience For All Ages

Looking to explore your creativity without the mess? Welcome to Paint For Fun’s Open Studio in Melbourne – a relaxed, self-paced creative space where you can paint, sculpt, sketch, and create at your own pace, without the need for structured instruction.

Come anytime during the advertised session hours. To ensure you have enough time to enjoy the experience, please arrive at least 60 minutes before the session ends. (Latest entry is 4 PM.) Walk-ins are welcome.

Bring the whole family along! Open Studio is family-friendly, making it a great activity for children and adults alike. There are no rules about what you create – just plenty of space to experiment, play, and express yourself.

Your $15 studio entry includes access to the creative space, acrylic paints, brushes, easels, aprons, palettes, and a range of shared studio resources. To create your artwork, simply choose your preferred creative activity and purchase the required materials from the studio:

• Acrylic Painting – Canvases from $4–$17 depending on size
• Step-by-Step Paint & Sip Guides – $5 each (choose from 12 popular designs)
• Watercolour Painting – 5 sheets of premium A4 watercolour paper for $8
• Clay Sculpting – 500g of air-drying clay for $9

You’ll also have access to creative extras including clay tools, stencils, sketching supplies, and art tutorial books to help spark inspiration.

Please note: To ensure a consistent and enjoyable experience for everyone, Open Studio uses in-house materials only. Your entry includes access to all paints, brushes, tools, and shared studio resources. To create your artwork, simply purchase a canvas, clay kit, or watercolour paper from the studio. Outside art materials are not permitted.

This is not a tutored class, so no formal instruction is provided. However, our friendly team is available to help you get set up and answer general questions about the materials and studio facilities.

Whether you’re trying something new, enjoying a creative afternoon with friends, or simply looking for a relaxing way to unwind, Open Studio gives you the freedom to create whatever inspires you.

By the end of your session, you’ll have one, two, or even more unique creations to take home and proudly display. Come and experience the joy of creating in a welcoming and inspiring environment at Paint For Fun’s Open Studio in Port Melbourne.

FAQs - Open Studio

The Open Studio at Paint for Fun provides a self-guided creative space where individuals can explore their artistic talents independently. Unlike formal class instruction, it offers access to our studio facilities and materials for artists to work on their projects at their own pace.

The Open Studio is open to artists of all skill levels and backgrounds. Whether you’re a beginner looking to experiment with different mediums or an experienced artist seeking a space to work on personal projects, everyone is welcome.

We provide a variety of art materials and supplies, including canvases, paints, brushes, easels, drawing tools, and more. Participants have access to everything they need to bring their creative visions to life.

While walk-ins are welcome, you also have the option to book in advance for our Open Studio sessions. Please note that regardless of whether you book in advance or walk in, it’s important to be mindful of our operating hours.

The Open Studio sessions are available from Monday to Thursday, 11am-5pm and Sunday 1pm-5pm. You can stay as long as you like during these times! Please note that we are closed on public holidays.

To ensure you make the most of your stay, please arrive at least 60 minutes before the session ends. (Latest entry is at 4pm.)

The Open Studio allows artists to work on a wide range of projects. Whether you’re interested in painting, drawing, sketching, mixed media, or other forms of visual art, you’re free to explore your chosen medium.

While there isn’t a formal instructor present in the Open Studio, our staff member on duty can provide assistance, guidance, and support as needed. Feel free to ask questions or seek feedback on your artwork.

The Open Studio is suitable for artists of all ages, including children, teenagers, adults, and seniors. However, children under a certain age may require adult supervision.

No, we do not allow guests to bring their own art supplies. Instead, they can utilise the wide range of supplies available in the studio for their creative endeavours.

The ticket cost for accessing the Open Studio is $12 per guest. This fee covers studio use and the provision of acrylic paints and paintbrushes. There is an additional cost per canvas (from $6 to $14 per canvas, depending on size and shape).

Any reference images for what you would like to paint, and because we’re BYO — nibbles and drinks!