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Made Askew

Made Askew

Coledale 2515 NSW • Port Kembla 2505 NSW • Thirroul 2515 NSW • West Wollongong 2500 NSW

Made Askew is where creativity takes shape, one curious maker at a time.

What do we do?

Creative Workshops by Made Askew 🎨✨

🎨 Who We Are

At Made Askew, we believe every child is an artist. Our creative workshops are thoughtfully designed to nurture creativity, confidence and curiosity through hands-on, process-based art experiences. Led by Alanna Askew—a ceramic artist, mother and qualified primary school teacher—each session provides a warm, welcoming space where young makers feel safe to explore, imagine and discover their own artistic voice.

🖌️ Learning Through Creative Play

We proudly focus on process over product, encouraging children to experiment, take creative risks and enjoy the sensory joy of working with clay, paint, colour, texture and mixed media. Rather than rushing to a finished piece, children are supported to slow down, follow their ideas and build confidence through making.

🌱 Our Teaching Approach

Made Askew is grounded in Reggio-inspired, inquiry-based learning, honouring children as capable, imaginative thinkers. Each workshop balances open-ended exploration with gentle guidance in foundational art skills, helping children develop both creative confidence and practical understanding. From sculpting with clay and mixing colours to building with wire and experimenting with printmaking, children are encouraged to problem-solve, make choices and express themselves freely.

💛 A Creative Community for Families

We welcome children, families and adults into a community where creativity is celebrated, mess is embraced and individuality is valued. Our workshops foster a love of art while supporting emotional growth, independence and self-belief in a relaxed, family-friendly environment.

✨ Why Families Love Made Askew

At Made Askew, creativity truly takes shape—one curious maker at a time. Parents love knowing their children are learning through play, building confidence and enjoying meaningful creative experiences that extend far beyond the art table.

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Accepts NSW Creative Kids Vouchers

Available for Parties

    🎉 Creative Parties with Made Askew

    Hands-on, joyful, art-filled celebrations for curious kids

    Made Askew Creative Parties are all about making, exploring and having fun. Our parties give children the chance to play with beautiful materials, follow their ideas and create something truly their own — in a calm, happy and welcoming environment.

    Each party is led by Alanna Askew, ceramic artist, mum and qualified primary school teacher, so parents can relax knowing their children are supported, encouraged and celebrated every step of the way.

    We bring everything to you — all you need to do is provide the space and enjoy the smiles.

    🏺 Clay Party

    A calm, tactile clay experience where little hands get busy creating something special.

    Children learn simple clay hand-building techniques and make their own unique piece to keep.

    ✨ Guided clay activity (pinch pots, creatures, mini sculptures or themed builds)
    ✨ All clay and tools provided
    ✨ Painting with clay colours on the day
    ✨ Firing and glazing after the party
    ✨ One finished ceramic piece per child

    💛 Perfect for: Ages 6–12, smaller groups and sensory-friendly celebrations

    🎨 Process Art Party

    A joyful, open-ended art adventure with lots of choice and freedom.

    Children move between creative stations at their own pace, exploring materials and following their curiosity.

    ✨ Multiple rotating art stations (painting, collage, printmaking, drawing and texture play)
    ✨ High-quality art materials
    ✨ Multiple artworks to take home
    ✨ Optional collaborative artwork for the birthday child

    💛 Perfect for: Ages 5–10, larger groups and energetic celebrations

    🖌️ Painting & Mixed Media Party

    A guided creative session for children who love drawing, painting and creating pictures.

    Children follow gentle step-by-step guidance while still adding their own ideas and personality.

    ✨ Guided painting and mixed media activity
    ✨ Quality paints, papers and materials
    ✨ One finished artwork per child

    💛 Perfect for: Ages 7–12, children who love art and illustration

    ✨ Custom Creative Party

    A celebration designed especially for your child.

    Choose a theme your child loves, and we’ll create a unique art experience to match.

    🌈 Clay Creatures
    🌈 Magical Worlds
    🌈 Nature Art
    🌈 Mini Sculptures
    🌈 Colour & Texture Lab
    🌈 Printmaking Party
    🌈 Art Explorers Adventure

    💛 Perfect for: Ages 5–12, themed birthdays and one-of-a-kind celebrations

    💛 What’s Included in Every Party

    🎨 60–90 minutes of guided creative time
    🎨 All materials and tools
    🎨 Set-up and pack-down at your location
    🎨 A calm, supportive and child-centred environment
    🎨 A qualified teacher and artist leading the session
    🎨 Take-home artworks for every child

    ✨ Optional extras may include extra creative time, fired clay pieces, art-themed party bags and personalised invitations.

    🌈 How It Works

    🎈 Choose a creative party your child will love
    🎈 Get in touch to plan your celebration
    🎈 We come to you with all materials and supplies
    🎈 Children create, explore and have fun
    🎈 Artworks go home full of pride (with clay pieces finished after firing)

    Parents or caregivers stay to supervise while we guide the creative fun.

    🎂 A Birthday to Remember

    Made Askew parties are relaxed, imaginative and full of creative joy. Children leave with artworks they’re proud of — and memories of a celebration that feels special, playful and inspiring.

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