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Make art - eat cake! (multiple dates)

from $70.00
Date:
Get notified by email when this product is in stock.

New dates released for November and December! Get in quick!

  • 2-hour visual art workshop

  • New dates coming soon

  • Includes coffee, cake & art materials

  • The Front Gallery & Cafe (Two Before Ten), 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.

You'll learn easy, effective techniques to build depth and detail — and walk away with your own finished artwork, ready to display with pride! Themes, topics and art mediums change every few weeks.

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!

📖 Learn more about events:

  • The Success of Make Art - Eat Cake

  • The Sculpture edition

  • Her Canberra Article (17 April)


🍰 What's Included:

  • 2 hours of professional, friendly tuition

  • All art materials

  • Delicious cake and coffee from The Front Café

  • A relaxed and supportive creative atmosphere


✨ Dates:

UPCOMING EVENTS:

  • Sunday 23 November, 2:30-4:30pm (theme: Sculpt your Pet)

  • Sunday 7 December, 2:30-4:30pm (theme: Design and Paint Your Own Earrings or Keychains)

PAST EVENTS:

Theme: Cockatoo on a branch - printmaking & painting:

  • Monday 28 April, 10am-12noonSOLD OUT

  • Sunday 11 May, 3:30-5:30pm SOLD OUT

  • Sunday 18 May, 3:30-5:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Friday 23 May, 6:30-8:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Sunday 22 June, 3:30-5:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Thursday 17 July, 6:30-8:30pmSOLD OUT

Theme: Sculpt your pet - sculpting with air-dry clay:

  • Sunday August 10, 3:30–5:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Friday August 29, 6:30–8:30pmSOLD OUT

Theme: Floriade About the Town - Painting Floriade Flowers:

  • Sunday 14 September, 2:30-4:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Sunday 14 September, 5:30-7:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Sunday 21 September, 2:30-4:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Sunday 21 September, 5:30-7:30pmSOLD OUT

Join the waitlist to stay up to date!


💸 Price:

  • $70 per person

  • $120 for two people (limited tickets: select option ‘two tickets’)
    (Includes all materials, gourmet coffee and cake and tuition)


🎨 What to Bring:

  • Just bring yourself!

  • All materials are provided

  • We recommend wearing clothes you don’t mind getting creative in


💬 Feedback from attendees:

  • “I would actually hang this art in my house!”

  • “Make Art Eat Cake is a blissful experience. Marianne provided supportive instructions while encouraging exploration and creative whims. My whole family (ages 16 to 79 with very different levels of artistic confidence) had a great time. The whole workshop was thoughtfully put together from the recycled materials to well timed cake and coffee break. And the coffee is excellent!” - Gillian

  • “Such a fun afternoon of crafting! Delicious cake & coffee, great venue. Just what the soul needed.” - Nat

  • “The workshop is gentle, encouraging and interactive. It was lovely to work on something together, delicious cake and exceptional coffee! Such a great atmosphere for an introvert.” - Dunja

  • “'Make art, eat cake' was exactly that! The art-making was very fun and everyone could put their own touch on their piece while following Marianne's instructions in different techniques. It didn't feel too difficult even for a beginner. And the cake made just for our group was next-level delicious!” - Zoe


🔄 Cancellation & Refund Policy:

Please choose your session carefully before booking. We understand that life can be unpredictable, however as a small business with limited capacity (just 10 spots per session), even one booking change can affect how we run the event.

Unfortunately, all sales are final and tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled by us. You are welcome to gift them to a friend or family member, just let us know the name via email.


🙋‍♀️ 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 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.

New dates released for November and December! Get in quick!

  • 2-hour visual art workshop

  • New dates coming soon

  • Includes coffee, cake & art materials

  • The Front Gallery & Cafe (Two Before Ten), 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.

You'll learn easy, effective techniques to build depth and detail — and walk away with your own finished artwork, ready to display with pride! Themes, topics and art mediums change every few weeks.

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!

📖 Learn more about events:

  • The Success of Make Art - Eat Cake

  • The Sculpture edition

  • Her Canberra Article (17 April)


🍰 What's Included:

  • 2 hours of professional, friendly tuition

  • All art materials

  • Delicious cake and coffee from The Front Café

  • A relaxed and supportive creative atmosphere


✨ Dates:

UPCOMING EVENTS:

  • Sunday 23 November, 2:30-4:30pm (theme: Sculpt your Pet)

  • Sunday 7 December, 2:30-4:30pm (theme: Design and Paint Your Own Earrings or Keychains)

PAST EVENTS:

Theme: Cockatoo on a branch - printmaking & painting:

  • Monday 28 April, 10am-12noonSOLD OUT

  • Sunday 11 May, 3:30-5:30pm SOLD OUT

  • Sunday 18 May, 3:30-5:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Friday 23 May, 6:30-8:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Sunday 22 June, 3:30-5:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Thursday 17 July, 6:30-8:30pmSOLD OUT

Theme: Sculpt your pet - sculpting with air-dry clay:

  • Sunday August 10, 3:30–5:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Friday August 29, 6:30–8:30pmSOLD OUT

Theme: Floriade About the Town - Painting Floriade Flowers:

  • Sunday 14 September, 2:30-4:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Sunday 14 September, 5:30-7:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Sunday 21 September, 2:30-4:30pmSOLD OUT

  • Sunday 21 September, 5:30-7:30pmSOLD OUT

Join the waitlist to stay up to date!


💸 Price:

  • $70 per person

  • $120 for two people (limited tickets: select option ‘two tickets’)
    (Includes all materials, gourmet coffee and cake and tuition)


🎨 What to Bring:

  • Just bring yourself!

  • All materials are provided

  • We recommend wearing clothes you don’t mind getting creative in


💬 Feedback from attendees:

  • “I would actually hang this art in my house!”

  • “Make Art Eat Cake is a blissful experience. Marianne provided supportive instructions while encouraging exploration and creative whims. My whole family (ages 16 to 79 with very different levels of artistic confidence) had a great time. The whole workshop was thoughtfully put together from the recycled materials to well timed cake and coffee break. And the coffee is excellent!” - Gillian

  • “Such a fun afternoon of crafting! Delicious cake & coffee, great venue. Just what the soul needed.” - Nat

  • “The workshop is gentle, encouraging and interactive. It was lovely to work on something together, delicious cake and exceptional coffee! Such a great atmosphere for an introvert.” - Dunja

  • “'Make art, eat cake' was exactly that! The art-making was very fun and everyone could put their own touch on their piece while following Marianne's instructions in different techniques. It didn't feel too difficult even for a beginner. And the cake made just for our group was next-level delicious!” - Zoe


🔄 Cancellation & Refund Policy:

Please choose your session carefully before booking. We understand that life can be unpredictable, however as a small business with limited capacity (just 10 spots per session), even one booking change can affect how we run the event.

Unfortunately, all sales are final and tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled by us. You are welcome to gift them to a friend or family member, just let us know the name via email.


🙋‍♀️ 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 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.

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