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Oil Painting Classes in Heidelberg – Flexible Art Studio for Beginners & Advanced Artists

Ellen Michel Art School offers oil painting classes in Heidelberg, Victoria. Whether you're a complete beginner or advanced artist, her flexible, small-group classes provide personalised instruction in classical oil painting techniques. Located at 206 Cape Street, Heidelberg VIC 3084, her studio offers a welcoming creative space with a beautiful art garden.

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Oil Painting Classes Near You

Why Choose Art Classes With Ellen Michel Art Studio?

Walking through our doors means joining a supportive community where you can let go of perfectionism and celebrate your progress from day one. I teach classical oil painting using a proven step-by-step method that breaks complex techniques into manageable lessons you'll actually understand.

The garden studio setting is genuinely inspiring, many students say simply arriving here each week feels like a retreat from everyday stress. It's that shift in mindset that sparks real artistic growth.

Ellen provides personalised feedback tailored to wherever you are in your journey. You're not a face in a crowded room; you're getting guidance from a celebrated artist who cares about your development.

 

Small class sizes and a relaxed, encouraging atmosphere mean there's no pressure or judgment, whether you're nervous about your first brushstroke or refining advanced techniques.

Our flexible packages let you paint on your own schedule, no long-term contracts. We can't wait for you to join us.

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About Ellen Michel – Your Oil Painting Teacher

Ellen Michel is a celebrated Heidelberg-based artist, art teacher, and art therapist with extensive experience teaching classical oil painting techniques.

 

Her teaching philosophy combines proven artistic methodology with personalised mentorship, helping students build confidence and develop their authentic artistic voice. With her down-to-earth approach and decades of experience and art historical insights, develop your technical skills alongside your theoretical knowledge. 

Join dozens of students who've transformed their creative potential through Ellen's teaching...

"I started art classes with Ellen, 6 years ago & have found her to be an extremely talented artist and teacher who has also become a wonderful friend and mentor to me. Ellen has an amazing way of distilling her experiences in life and art into teachings that deeply resonate with her students. " - Shirley

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About Ellen’s art classes

The Studio Oil Painting course is a flexible learning course designed around your level of expertise. Learn Classical techniques in Oil Painting with a step-by-step process. Book either:

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Available days and times:

Tuesday's: 1pm - 3pm, 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Saturday's: 9:30am - 11:30am
* For private classes, arrange a class time for your convenience

Class duration: 2 hours

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

In the spirit of reconciliation and deep gratitude, Ellen Michel School of Art, acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as traditional custodians of the land on which we reside, and pay respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. We extend respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait people throughout Australia.

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