Art lessons for all ages
Guided sessions for children, adults and older learners, working at a pace that suits each group.
Classes & Workshops
Creative Guidance & Classes
Master with passion: art lessons for all ages. Join classes, workshops, or camps to try your hand at creativity, with guidance from Swarna Sitaraman, a self-taught artist and Creativity Consultant.
Learn at your own pace
Whether you are picking up a brush for the first time or returning to an old hobby, the class programme is built around painting and a range of creative mediums in a warm, encouraging setting.
Workshops & camps
Short-format workshops and seasonal camps give you a chance to explore a theme, medium or technique together.
Painting & creative mediums
Explore acrylics, watercolours, oils, clay and pastels — a self-taught artist's working range, shared with students.
What to expect
Sessions are guided with attention to each learner's pace, with encouragement to experiment rather than work toward a fixed result.
- Lessons, workshops and camps for every age group
- Painting plus a range of creative mediums
- Hand-on guidance from an experienced artist
- Special programmes for older adults and open exploration
- Recommended materials listed in the supply list
Two ways to explore
Creative Aging — programmes focused on nurturing creativity in older adults, using art as a tool for engagement and well-being.
Creative Expression — guided creative activities and open-ended artistic exploration, with room to follow your own direction.
Creativity flourishes when every learner feels invited to explore at their own pace. SpiceUp’s classes and workshops welcome children, adults, and older artists alike, offering gentle guidance through painting, creative expression, and a variety of artistic mediums. Whether you are picking up a brush for the very first time or returning to a beloved hobby, the encouraging atmosphere helps ideas take root. Sessions are shaped around the energy, purpose, and joy of each group, making space for original expression, shared discovery, and the simple pleasure of making something by hand.
Art has a way of nurturing the mind while bringing color, balance, and warmth into everyday spaces. Workshops and classes provide a welcoming setting to try your hand at creativity, experiment with different approaches, and build confidence through making. The program embraces curiosity rather than perfection, encouraging participants to learn, play, and express themselves freely. From individual practice to social sessions that connect artists of varied ages, each experience is designed to nurture imagination and leave room for personal interpretation, thoughtful guidance, and meaningful creative growth.
Beyond the studio, a shared love of art can ripple outward through communities and celebrations. SpiceUp’s creative gatherings include activities such as walks, festivals, and special events where learners and art lovers can meet, exchange ideas, and celebrate expression together. Commissions, donations, and creative services also reflect the belief that creativity adds character to interiors and homes while supporting philanthropic causes. With thoughtful consultation, engaging workshops, and a warm sense of purpose, art becomes a bridge between personal fulfillment, community connection, and the spaces we inhabit.
Preparing for a class
A short supply list is available for students preparing for classes and for personal projects at home.
| Item | Used for |
|---|---|
| Acrylics | Painting lessons and workshops |
| Watercolours | Painting lessons and workshops |
| Oils | Painting lessons and workshops |
| Clay | Creative mediums sessions |
| Pastels | Creative mediums sessions |
Ready to try your hand?
Send an enquiry about classes, workshops or camps, or reach out with any other questions.