Australian Wildlife
Discover how expressive marks in soot ink and charcoal can capture the energy and character of Australian wildlife
Workshop in Korean Ink Wash & Charcoal
By Narsha Studio
Creative experience available on demand as part of the 2027 Creative Learning Program
The Arts – Visual Art | Asia and Australia’s Engagement with Asia
In this workshop, students discover how expressive mark-making can capture the movement, energy and character of Australian native animals.
Drawing on Korean ink painting traditions, students are introduced to soot ink and charcoal as tools for observation — learning to respond to a subject with gesture before refining form and detail, using Korean brush techniques.
After a guided demonstration, students choose from a series of Australian animal references and develop their own interpretation, supported by individual guidance from the artist. Depending on session length, students may also explore colour application using a minimal watercolour palette. The workshop concludes with a group reflection, where students discuss the energy, character and how they are expressed through the mediums. Students leave with a completed piece and a stronger sense of observation, risk-taking and personal expression through art.
The Offering: Sessions run for 90 or 120 minutes, with up to 3 sessions per day.
- 90-minute session – explores soot ink and charcoal
- 120-minute session – explores soot ink and charcoal, plus point colouring
- 60-minute session – available upon request
Each session requires 30 minutes for setup and 30 minutes for pack-down.
Materials included
Other details
Key Themes: Cross-cultural artistic traditions (East Asian ink & Australian subject matter), Gesture and expressive mark-making and Observation and creative decision-making
Program includes: Sessions run for 90 or 120 minutes, with up to 3 sessions per day.
- 90-minute session – explores soot ink and charcoal
- 120-minute session – explores soot ink and charcoal, plus point colouring
- 60-minute session – available upon request
Each session requires 30 minutes for setup and 30 minutes for pack-down.
Materials included
Extra sessions available at additional cost.
Travel up to 300km is included in the program fee; travel beyond that distance is charged separately.
Venue requirements: Projector/screen for introductory presentation
Access to a sink or water source for rinsing brushes/watercolour session
Floor covering (e.g. drop sheets) appreciated but not essential
Schools to provide standard classroom furniture only
Aprons or old clothing recommended as some staining is possible.
Teacher resources will be available in Term 1 2027
About This Event
Presented by:Narsha Studio
Art Form:Family friendly
Visual Arts
Other
Booking Details: Program Includes: Sessions run for 90 or 120 minutes, with up to 3 sessions per day.
Minimum Fee: Schools Booking Fee: $1530 + gst | Community Presenters & PAC Booking Fee: $2530 +gst
Additional Information
Max Students in Class: 30 per session
Suitable for which years: Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10, Year 11, Year 12,Terms Available: Term 2, Term 3, Term 4,
Curriculum links: The Arts – Visual Art and Asia and Australia’s Engagement with Asia
Capabilities: