Art with Daisy – Back to Basics with Daisy Saaiman

A six week course

Fridays 2pm to 4pm
July 31st to September 4th

$180 Standard Price
$162 Community Services Card
$90 Youth (ages 16 – 24)

This course will be focusing on drawing and sketching – the foundation of most great art.
By strengthening our observation skills and understanding of form, and building confidence with line and composition, we’ll develop the essential tools that support every creative practice.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, these classes will help sharpen your eye and deepen our artist language.
This term we are going back to basics, focusing on drawing and sketching – the foundation of most great art.  
By strengthening our observation skills and understanding of form, and building confidence with line and composition, we’ll develop the essential tools that support every creative practice.  
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, these classes will help sharpen your eye and deepen our artist language.

Daisy Saaiman

South African-born artist Daisy Saaiman is a talented graduate from the Technicon of the Orange
FreeState, holding a National Diploma in Fine Art. Her artistic journey has been marked by notable
achievements, including being honoured with the Zinny Douglas Merit Award at the prestigious
Walker and Hall National Art Awards. Additionally, she was recognized as a finalist for the Tasman
National Art Awards, showcasing her exceptional talent and dedication to her craft.
Beyond her own artistic pursuits, Daisy is passionate about teaching and has spent 4 years on the
Educational Committee for the Waiheke Community Art Gallery, ensuring education and art are
prevalent throughout the exhibitions. She has also conducted numerous art classes encompassing
various mediums and skill levels. Her dedication to nurturing creativity and fostering growth in her
students is evident in her statement, “We are all artists in our own way, and it gives me great joy to
share my knowledge and watch my students develop their own skills and confidence.”
Daisy currently works out of her studio called Daisylandnz, here on Waiheke Island, where she
continues to create captivating works of art.

The Learning Centre, Artworks
2 Korora Road
Waiheke Island
Auckland 1081
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Phone: 09 372 9868