anna is an accomplished educator with bachelor’s degree in teaching and over 20 years’ experience. she has been developing her artistic practice for over 12 years. anna’s approach is careful curation of presented material, authentic engagement of students into the subject, utilising their existing knowledge and experience, and ultimately taking them on a journey of self-discovery. a good teacher will get students to produce something extraordinary that they didn’t even know they could do. everyone is talented in their own way, we just need to find it.
for enquiries and enrolments please email contact@etoya.studio
testimonial
As someone highly interested in art and history, I found the session “The Story of Art Deco” both entertaining and engaging.
The educator, Anna @ etoYa* studio, demonstrated not only deep knowledge of the subject, but also true passion for it, and helped me discover the beauty and diversity of the style. I absolutely love the format of combining the lecture with discussion and practical art-making, which suits both absolute beginners and advanced artists.
I will definitely attend other classes run by Anna - I hope she will repeat “Art Nouveau” sometime next year!
- Olga
upcoming workshops
* paint like van gogh
DATE: mon 7 april 2025
TIME: 6 - 8.30pm
VENUE: Flowwa at cafe court (536 lonsdale st, melbourne)
DESCRIPTION: come and celebrate vincent van gogh’s genius with us!
vincent van gogh is one of the most famous artists in the world. everyone knows his works. join this workshop and celebrate his genius by creating a painting inspired by one of his famous artworks. you will learn the main features of van gogh art such as composition, brushwork, and colours in an easy and comprehensive format. a knowledgeable tutor will take you through a step-by-step process that will allow you to combine your own creativity with van gogh’s techniques. after you have done this workshop, you will be able to apply the same principles and create more art inspired by van gogh.
ENROLMENT: will open closer to the workshop, updates will be published on this page and eto YA* studio social media
* draw and design a nesting doll
DATE: mon 26 may 2025
TIME: 6 - 8.30pm
VENUE: Flowwa at cafe court (536 lonsdale st, melbourne)
DESCRIPTION: come and celebrate vincent van gogh’s genius with us!
an exciting class where you will draw and design a nesting doll on paper. we will discuss the history of a nesting doll and the picture of the very first one ever made, talk about its inspiration and the symbolism of the ‘nesting idea’, look at nesting dolls in modern times and see great new designs and cheeky interpretations. you will follow simple step-by-step instructions to draw your own doll and colour it with paints. join this class, have fun and expand your cultural horizons!
ENROLMENT: will open closer to the workshop, updates will be published on this page and eto YA* studio social media
both workshops are proudly run in collaboration with Flowwa, the not-for-profit arts organisation for social change
Flowwa is a survivor-led, not-for-profit organisation that runs art x wellness workshops, nature retreats and peer-support for violence survivors. Flowwa is rooted in our love for flowers and the specific japanese belief about nature - that humans are equal residents of this planet alongside all living things. it's in our name "Flow-wa" - 'Wa' in japanese means 'harmony' and 'community'. lastly, 'Wa' is the sound of amazement, joy, wonders and appreciation.
like all kinds of flowers in nature, everyone's journeys of healing and growing is unique and everyone has an important role to play in our community. survivors' stories give so much insights and drive to make the world safer, healthier and kinder.
WEBSITE: www.flowwa.org
INSTAGRAM: @flowwa__japanese_art_therapy
EMAIL: info@flowwa.org
past events
* art x mindfulness class: paint like van gogh & support survivors
DATE: sat 14 dec 2024
VENUE: creative geelong makers hub (132 little malop st geelong VIC 3220)
DESCRIPTION: come and celebrate vincent van gogh’s genius with us!
we will look at his early works, explore how his artistic practice developed over time, and investigate the aspects of his late artworks such as composition, brushwork, colours in an easy and comprehensive format. you will learn the story of his world-famous “the starry night”, when and where it was made, and what inspired vincent. you will have a go at creating a simplified version of the painting. it will be a step-by-step process that will allow you to combine your own artistic knowledge and skills with van gogh’s techniques.
you will come out with a better understanding of what made his work special and how to create more art inspired by van gogh.
This workshop was run in collaboration with Flowwa, the Not-For-Profit Arts Organisation for social change
* basics of composition in art: theory and practice for beginners
DATE: sat 16 nov 2024
VENUE: diamond valley arts society
* the amazing story of van gogh: create an artwork in vincent van gogh style
DATE: sat 21 sep 2024
VENUE: diamond valley arts society
* create succulents and cacti artwork in mixed media
DATE: sat 24 aug 2024
VENUE: diamond valley arts society
* basics of composition in art: theory and practice for beginners
DATE: sat 29 june 2024
VENUE: diamond valley arts society
* the story of art deco: learn the history and create artwork in the art deco style
DATE: sat 8 June 2024
VENUE: diamond valley arts society
* learn the history and design a nesting doll in 2D
DATE: sun 18 feb 2024
VENUE: diamond valley arts society
* the story of art nouveau: learn the history and create artwork in the art nouveau style
DATE: Sun 4 Feb 2024
VENUE: diamond valley arts society
* the story of pre-raphaelites: learn the history and create artwork in pre-raphaelite style
DATE: 14 Oct 2023
VENUE: diamond valley arts society
* design and paint a wooden matroyshka doll
DATE: 15 july 2023
VENUE: diamond valley arts society
* draw and decorate a russian doll in 2D
DATE: 29 april 2023
VENUE: diamond valley arts society
* draw and decorate a russian doll in 2D with anna ONLINE
DATE: 22 march 2021
ORGANISER: laneway learning melbourne
testimonials
I really appreciated your workshop planning and the presentation of the history of Art Deco. I feel I know a lot more. I think you planned the workshop well with the background and history and drew on the participants' knowledge also.
I’m so interested to explore more in Melbourne and my travels.
- Mandy
Anna's Art Deco workshop was both informative and inspirational.
Anna was very well prepared and organised and this made for a very relaxed environment where everyone was encouraged to participate and ask questions.
I had a great time and hope to join in on future workshops.
- Hayley
Anna conducted two wonderful workshops which combined art, culture and history.
In the beautiful setting of Edendale Farm's studios we listened to Russian music, watched videos of Russian dancing, nibbled on Russian treats whilst learning all about Matyroska dolls, and painting our own 2D and then 3D versions.
A very tranquil and peaceful experience! And the price was so reasonable.
Looking forward to what Anna does next!
- Jenny