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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
For extra peace of mind, all our bookings are covered by our $20 million public liability insurance.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
For extra peace of mind, all our bookings are covered by our $20 million public liability insurance.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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A: Free to cancel or reschedule up until 3 days before the class
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 5 x 2.5 hours, $230 - $240 per guest ($240 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $230/guest for 2+ guests)
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card_giftcard Get a gift cardPortrait Drawing Introduction Course
Realistic pencil drawing for adults (5 sessions)
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1 to 4 guests
$230 - $240
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($240 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $230/guest for 2+ guests)
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arrow_right_alt arrow_downward- Eyes – Understanding eye anatomy, shape, symmetry, and capturing the “window to the soul.”
- Nose – Learning about planes, proportions, and shading to create depth and realism.
- Mouth and lips – Techniques for portraying volume, expression, and subtle texture.
- Ears – Simplifying complex shapes and understanding placement and proportion.
- Face structure and combining features – Bringing all elements together, covering facial proportions, alignment, and finishing techniques for a unified portrait.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
- A set of graphite pencils: 4H, 2H, HB, 2B, 4B (For example: Staedtler Tradition pencils or Staedtler Mars Lumograph)
- Putty eraser, normal eraser and Mono Zero from Tombow
- Quill Sketchpad (A4 or A3)
- Derwent Superpoint Metal Pencil Sharpener
Session repeats
This class series runs over 5 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.
Your teacher
Rain Shi is a passionate teaching artist who creates with a diverse range of mediums, including pencil, colour pencils, watercolour, and oils. Since studying under the esteemed Martina Pook, Rain has developed a deep love for sharing her artistic knowledge. Her journey as an educator began in 2022, when she started teaching children the fundamentals of realistic drawing. In 2024, she expanded her classes to include adults, continuing her mission to inspire and guide others in their creative pursuits.Rain firmly believes that anyone, with the right guidance and practice, can learn how to draw and paint. Her teaching is driven by the desire to nurture the unique potential in each student, helping them discover the joy of art and the confidence that comes from expressing oneself through creativity. Whether working with children or adults, Rain is dedicated to fostering a welcoming, supportive environment where learning is both fun and fulfilling.2024 Participate Artist, HOTA Gallery 'Here and Now' Gold Coast Triennial Exhibition2024 Artist of the month, CP Magic Reader Gallery, October 2024 Finalist in Figurative, The Darcy Award 2023 First Prize in Drawing, Gold Coast Show Art Competition
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