Embark on a dynamic, hands-on journey where art becomes play. In this class, you’ll embrace spontaneity, trust your artistic voice, and rediscover the raw joy of creation.

Whether you’re a seasoned artist seeking fresh inspiration or a beginner excited to explore the adventure of making art, this experience is for you.

Join award-winning artist Coral Noel Yang for Intuitive Abstract Painting with Mixed Media! In this immersive class, Coral guides you step-by-step through exploring acrylic, ink, and mixed media as you lean into intuition, develop your visual language, and create abstract paintings that truly express your voice.

You’ll learn to:

Tap into your intuition and paint from feeling.
Explore mixed media and expressive mark-making.
Apply essential design principles that elevate any painting style.
Paint with freedom, confidence, and boldness.
Discover and develop your own visual language to tell your story.

*Bring your own materials (as listed) for an immersive artistic experience designed to expand your skills and unlock your creative potential. Perfect for all levels!

Day and Time: Wednesdays, 10.30 am - 12 pm

Start date: 4th February 2026

Course length: 8 weeks

Cost: $150

Tutor: Coral Noel Yang

Coral Noel Yang is a Taiwan-born, Auckland-based artist working in abstract and landscape painting with acrylic, oil, and mixed media. Inspired by Aotearoa’s landscapes, her Asian heritage, and global travels, she explores themes of wonder and connection through the beauty of the unpredictable fluid on raw canvas. Her exhibitions include Unfurling (2023), Tokimeku (2024), and Art in the Park (2024). A former Château d’Orquevaux Artist-in-Residence in France (2025), Coral enjoys sharing her love of painting and inspiring students to discover their own creative voices.

*Essential materials:

● Watercolour paper pad, A3, 300 GSM

● An assortment of brushes (large and small)

● A selection of acrylic or watercolour paints

● Watercolour pencils or soft pastels

● Acrylic ink or alcohol ink

● Water jar, palette, rag, and a hair dryer

Optional materials

(You don’t need to have all of these—choose what you have to explore a variety of ideas):

Mark-making tools:

Everyday items such as skewers, rollers, spatulas, old credit cards, toothbrushes, toilet

paper rolls, spray bottles, sponges, cotton swabs or balls, dry twigs, etc.

Texture and layering for collage:

Decorative tissue paper, kraft paper, corrugated paper, fabric scraps, lace, and ribbon.

Optional: Images for inspiration

Community Service Card and Gold Card holders discount:

We are pleased to extend a special 10% discount to Community Service Card and Gold Card holders. When enrolling, simply select the applicable discount option, and during checkout, enter your membership number to validate and apply the discount.

Parnell Community Centre is located in the Jubilee Building at 545 Parnell Road, Parnell. For further details about our community classes and activities, see our website at https://villagesquare.org.nz/classes or contact Abigail on 09 555 5164 / community@villagesquare.org.nz.

Parnell Community Centre | 545 Parnell Road, Parnell, Auckland

Activity Details

What to bring

Watercolour paper pad, A3, 300 GSM
An assortment of brushes (large and small)
Water jar, palette, rag, and a hair dryer
A selection of acrylic or watercolour paints ● Watercolour pencils or soft pastels ● Acrylic ink or alcohol ink

Session Dates & Times

This activity runs on these dates and times:

February 2026
Wednesday, 4 February 2026 (10:30am to 12:00pm) Wednesday, 11 February 2026 (10:30am to 12:00pm) Wednesday, 18 February 2026 (10:30am to 12:00pm) Wednesday, 25 February 2026 (10:30am to 12:00pm)

March 2026
Wednesday, 4 March 2026 (10:30am to 12:00pm) Wednesday, 11 March 2026 (10:30am to 12:00pm) Wednesday, 18 March 2026 (10:30am to 12:00pm) Wednesday, 25 March 2026 (10:30am to 12:00pm)

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You must enrol and pay for your class before it begins. (Tutors cannot accept enrolments or payments.)
Our class and activity fees include GST.
A 10% discount applies for senior citizens (65+) and people with a Community Services Card.
No discounts for casual attendance activities or annual membership fees.
Please note, if you choose to pay by credit card, a credit card transaction fee will be added to your total.
Material costs are not included, unless otherwise stated.
Children enrolled in classes and activities under the age of 16 years old must have a parent or guardian onsite.

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Many classes and activities require a minimum number of enrolments before they can proceed.

We will contact you to confirm your enrolment and any requirements 3-5 days prior to commencement.

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A $10 fee is charged for each transfer between courses, before the activity commences.

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You will get a 100% credit on your account if we cancel the class or activity.
You will get a 100% credit on your account if you withdraw at least ONE WEEK before the activity start date.
You will not receive a credit if you withdraw after the class has started.

Credits are only carried forward for the next term.

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A $15 fee is charged for the refund of a credit note on your account.

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Parnell Community Centre reserves the right to cancel any activity at any time and to change any course dates and times.

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As an Auckland Council community venue, no animals are permitted on site, other than guide dogs for the visually impaired, registered companion animals or official animals of the NZ Police.

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2026 Term 1 - Intuitive Abstract Painting with Mixed Media