Art Workshops, Original Artwork & Creative Experiences
Art by Chelsea Anne is a Wonthaggi-based artist studio offering paint and sip workshops, kids’ art classes, and custom artwork across the Bass Coast, Victoria.
Inspired by nature and connection, our studio creates space for creativity, confidence, and meaningful artistic experiences for adults and children alike.
What We Offer
We offer a range of creative experiences and services across Wonthaggi and the Bass Coast, including:
Adult workshops, including Paint & Sip
Kids’ art classes and school holiday workshops
Custom pet portraits and commissioned artwork
Original nature-inspired artworks and prints
Create, explore and grow through art.
Our workshops are designed to help kids and creatives build confidence, explore materials and develop their own artistic voice in a relaxed and supportive environment at our Wonthaggi studio.
Whether it’s weekly art classes, homeschool sessions or school holiday workshops, each session encourages curiosity, creativity and self-expression.
Workshops Include:
Kids Art Classes
Homeschool Art Group
School Holiday Workshops
Special Creative Sessions
Everything is supplied, and all skill levels are welcome.
Upcoming Creative Sessions
Kids Art Classes & Private tuition - Weekly Sessions in Wonthaggi
Pencils & Pinot - adult monthly sketch & sip sessions.
Kids Homeschool Art Sessions - Weekly Sessions in Wonthaggi
Original Artwork from the Studio
Alongside workshops, I create original artwork inspired by imagination, storytelling, nature and meaningful moments.
Pieces are available to purchase online, at local markets, or by visiting the studio.
I also offer custom commissions including:
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Looking for a custom pet portrait in Victoria or Australia-wide? I create detailed, heartfelt artworks that capture your pet's personality and spirit, working from your favourite photos to create a one-of-a-kind piece.
Each portrait is:
Made to order: drawn with attention to the unique markings, expressions and energy of your companion.
Thoughtfully styled with natural palettes.
Emotion-led: we focus on the connection — the tilt of a head, the spark in the eyes, the way light falls on fur — to create more than a likeness, a keepsake that feels alive.
Why choose Art by Chelsea Anne?
Artist-led care: every commission is created by a practising artist who values imagination and authenticity.
Handcrafted, not mass-produced: each stroke is intentional; no prints masquerading as originals.
Tailored to you: options for size, medium (coloured pencil, graphite, charcoal), and little details like favourite toys or floral accents.
Perfect for gifting: birthdays, memorials, housewarmings or “just because” moments.
How it works:
Send photos and tell us about your pet's personality, quirks, favourite colours and any elements you’d like included.
Receive progress photos for approval.
Watch your portrait come alive with careful attention to texture, tone and expression.
Final artwork arrives signed and packaged with care.
Bring warmth and personality to your walls with a piece that honours the bond between you and your pet. Commission a custom portrait today and keep their spirit close, beautifully captured in an original work of art.
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Imagine the pure, quiet power of a portrait stripped to black and white — where every line, shadow and thoughtful pause of expression becomes the story. Our custom black-and-white portraits turn a moment into a timeless keepsake: soulful, simple, and striking.
Why choose an Art by Chelsea Anne black and white portrait?
Timeless elegance: Monochrome removes distraction and celebrates form, mood and emotion. These portraits age beautifully and fit any decor — from cosy cottages to modern city apartments.
Deep emotional connection: We capture more than features. The play of light and shadow highlights personality — the tilt of a smile, the calm in an eye, the warmth in a laugh — so you feel the person every time you look.
Handcrafted, personalised art: Each portrait is carefully composed and rendered to honour your subject. We work from your photo(s) and preferences — choosing contrast, texture and composition to create a piece that reflects the unique spirit of the person.
Versatile and meaningful: Perfect for gifts that matter — birthdays, anniversaries, memorials, new homes — or as a thoughtful centrepiece for your own space. Black and white suits any frame, any room, any mood.
Sustainable, heart-led practice: Our materials and methods respect the environment and the creative process. Each piece is made with intention, care and a connection to nature-inspired aesthetics.
How it works
Share your favourite photo(s) and tell us what you love most about the person — their expression, character or a memory you want captured.
We sketch, refine and send you a preview for approval. Want softer contrast, more texture or a tighter crop? We customise until it feels right.
Final artwork is carefully finished and shipped, ready to frame or displayed as a bespoke keepsake.
Sizes & options
Intimate keepsakes (A5–A4): perfect for bedside tables and gallery walls.
Statement portraits (A3+): make a room sing with presence.
A portrait that feels like them. A black and white portrait by Art by Chelsea Anne is more than decoration — it’s a pause, a memory, an invitation to feel. Whether you’re celebrating someone you adore or honouring a life you miss, we’ll create a piece that speaks quietly and endlessly.
Ready to turn a photo into something timeless? Send your photo and a note about the person, and we’ll begin crafting a portrait that feels like home.
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Bring your story to life with a custom piece that’s as unique as you are.
At Art by Chelsea Anne, we craft original artwork that celebrates imagination, nature and the moments that move you. Whether you’re after a statement piece for your home, a meaningful gift, or a collaborative artwork for your business or event, our custom art service turns ideas into soulful, hand-made creations.
Why choose a custom piece from us?
Personal: Every commission begins with a conversation. We listen to your memories, colours, favourite places, and the feelings you want the piece to hold — then translate them into a visual language that’s truly yours.
Artistic skill, gentle collaboration: Chelsea guides the creative process with warmth and professionalism. You’ll receive sketches, colour studies and progress updates, so the final work feels like a shared journey, not a surprise.
Nature-inspired, tactile work: Our pieces are crafted with natural materials and an expressive, painterly touch. Expect layered textures, organic colour palettes and a quiet sense of wonder that invites daily connection.
Versatile formats: From intimate A4 panels to large-scale canvases, framed works, murals and mixed-media pieces — we adapt to the space and scale you need.
Thoughtful gifting: Commissions make meaningful, lasting gifts for weddings, anniversaries, new homes, birthdays or corporate milestones. We help with packaging and personalised notes when required.
How it works
Discovery chat — Tell us about the idea, the space, the mood and your timeline.
Proposal & visual plan — We provide a tailored quote plus initial sketches and colour concepts.
Creation — We paint, refine and share progress so you feel included at every stage.
Delivery & installation — Finished work can be framed and delivered, with care instructions included.
Book in your Commission today for a heartfelt, artful statement that anchors your space and reflects what matters to you. Reach out with a brief description, dimensions and preferred timeframe — we’ll respond with ideas, availability, and a warm plan to get started.
Art that feels like home. Handmade with intention by Art by Chelsea Anne.
Visit My Studio
My studio is where every painting begins, and I'd love to share it with you.
Instead of attending regular markets, I've chosen to spend more time creating and offering private studio visits by appointment. Here you can experience the artwork in person, browse available originals, prints and cards, ask questions, and enjoy seeing the space where each piece comes to life.
Whether you're looking for a special piece for your home, a thoughtful gift, or simply want to immerse yourself in a creative space, you're warmly invited to visit.
Click below to arrange a studio visit—I look forward to welcoming you.
We open our doors for a personal studio experience
Meet the Artist
I’m Chelsea Anne, an artist and workshop facilitator based on the Bass Coast, Victoria, creating soulful, nature‑inspired original artworks and bespoke commissions that invite emotional connection and individuality.
Born and raised in Fremantle, Western Australia, my art story was shaped early by a mother who lived and breathed bold colours and emotive art, and by the time I was in high school, I was an art scholar training under a rotating cast of local artists across many mediums and styles. My pieces found a home in the school's roaming gallery and were quietly passed on at charity silent auctions. While family life later took centre stage for many years, eventually, I rekindled that ember of creative energy, and a new chapter began, grounded in the techniques I learned as a student but blossoming into work that reflects my own voice, a love of nature and an invitation to make art that feels soulful, joyful and true.
At Art by Chelsea Anne, I create small, welcoming workshops where creativity is about far more than producing a finished artwork. Every person who walks through the door brings different experiences, interests and ways of learning, so my sessions are designed to meet them where they are. Whether we're drawing, painting, experimenting with mixed media or exploring a personal project, my role is to guide, encourage and gently challenge each individual in a way that builds confidence over time. I believe creativity grows through curiosity, experimentation and learning to trust yourself. That's why my workshops focus not only on developing artistic skills, but also on nurturing resilience, problem-solving and independent creative thinking—helping students leave with confidence they can carry into every future project.
For me, creating is a practice of growth, and every painting is both an exploration and an invitation - to feel, to remember, and to connect.
Thank you for being here and for being part of this journey with me.
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