Chalk Art by Huppy is a happy, fun & very informative study course that has been enjoyed by many. Come & learn the secrets from great chalk artists for a career or just to make fabulous gifts. Classes are small & a great place to practise your English.

The following study courses include...

Free "pick up" from Surfers paradise* or Robina Town Centre (shopping centre) & Robina Train Station.
Free Lunch.
All materials needed to produce at least one project.
    *Conditions Apply

Introduction 5 Day Chalk Art Study Course - $1197 plus GST
The course will cover the basic technical detail of lettering & layout. Use the knowledge learnt to create your own unique piece of chalk art. Standard sized frames available for purchase. Notes will not be supplied. Your completed design/designs will be sealed by us with our special fixative. Packing material is available for a small fee.

* 5 Day Course with Homestay & Airport Transfers $1743 plus GST


10 Day Study Course (2 weeks) - $2355 plus GST
The course will teach basic technical details for lettering, layout, colour, brush skills, & cartooning to help create great chalk art drawings. Notes will be supplied. Standard sized frames available for purchase. Your completed design/designs will be sealed by us with our special fixative. Packing material is available for a small fee.

*10 Day Course with Homestay & Airport Transfers $3349 plus GST

15 Day Study Course (3 weeks) - $3610 plus GST
The course will teach comprehensive technical details for lettering, layout, colour, brush skills, & cartooning to help create great chalk art drawings. Airbrushing may also be used in this course if time allows. Comprehensive notes will be supplied. & your completed design/designs will be sealed by us with our special fixative. Standard sized frames available for purchase. Packing material is available for a small fee.

* 15 Day (3 weeks) Study Course with Homestay & Airport Transfers $4683 plus GST

Descriptions of topics

Lettering-
Serif & plain block lettering. (with & without legs)
Thick & Thin strokes.
Proportions of the alphabet
Optical balance
Visual assessment
Brush techniques for chalkart
Shading

Layout-
Balance
Space
Optical Centre
Formal & Informal
Extra Points to Consider

Colour-
Complimentary
Tonal
Monochromatic

Brush Skills-
Making a mahl stick
Learning signwriting brushstrokes

Cartooning-
Exaggeration
Emotions

Airbrushing
Practical use of a double action airbrush
Using an airbrush for shading

About the Artist
Geoff Hupfeld, has worked as a graphic artist with Channel Nine Television Station illustrating children's stories for 'Here's Humphrey', graphics for the 'Curiosity Show' and various press ads for newspapers. Geoff is also a highly qualified Signwriter.

Geoff has achieved various awards during his career including….
* Representing South Australian secondary schools in matriculation fine art.
* Winning signwriting's 'Best Apprentice' award in three consecutive years.
* Winning the Department of Further Education bronze medallion for
"Apprentice of the Year".
* Awarded the 'Queensland Overseas Foundation Scholarship' sponsored by the
Queensland Chamber of Commerce, Mount Isa Mines and the Queensland
Government where he had the opportunity to travel the world studying theme
park design, signs & advertising.
* Received a certificate from Mr. John Longhurst, creator of the Dreamworld theme park, for contribution to winning the Australian National Tourism awards.
* Representing South Australian secondary schools in matriculation fine art.
* Won first prize in many Australian Exhibitions

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