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Bookings are open for Creative Matakana’s week of arts workshops in the second week of May.
“There are always some courses which sell out within a week of opening, so it’s essential to move fast,” founder Jo Connor says.
Jo says the workshops don’t require previous experience. but if you are a practising artist you will still learn something new from the experienced This year, Creative Matakana will focus on painting, photography and textile art, with extras such as fiction writing and making your own ukulele. There are also five one-off ‘architecture and design days’ – tours with industry professionals inside some of the best homes in the area, with lunch included.
“One of the things that sets Creative Matakana apart is that the classes are held in a variety of venues around the area,” Jo says.
“These are often in beautiful private homes or studios, which helps create a special environment.”
