Learn drawing and cartooning with our drawing short courses in Sydney!
From editorial strips in newspapers to street art murals, cartoons permeate our everyday lives. This engaging beginner-friendly cartoon drawing course will guide you step-by-step in making your own stories and characters come to life across panels and pages.
Whether you haven't drawn since school or are familiar with doodles and sketches, this class removes the intimidation of 'perfect' drawing. You'll play with simplified, stylised figures and learn essential storytelling techniques such as timing, emotion, composition, and more. Work with your own expressive ideas and style as you grow your confidence and skills each week.
Course Outline
- Overview of cartoons: history and types
- Visual storytelling basics: time, place, mood
- Cartoon figure drawing and facial design
- Stick figures to fully realised characters
- Use of lines, materials, and page layout
Schedule & Pricing
- Duration: 6 weeks, Thursdays 6:30pm–9:00pm
- Upcoming start dates: 7 May 2026, 6 August 2026, 5 November 2026
- Location: Sydney Community College, 2A Gordon St, Rozelle NSW
- Price: $439
Note: Students are encouraged to bring examples of cartoon styles they admire.
Details
You will learn
- Develop original cartoon strips from idea to final artwork
- Understand the difference between realism, abstraction, and cartooning
- Use storytelling techniques to build pacing, tone, and clarity
You will get
- Expert instruction in cartoon drawing techniques
- Opportunity to create characters and tell visual stories
- Guidance on materials and composition for impactful cartoons
Appropriate for
Beginners and those with some drawing experience seeking to develop cartooning skills
Preparation
What to bring
- A3 sketchbook
- HB & 2B pencils
- Eraser and pencil sharpener
What to wear
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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Cartoon Drawing for Beginners
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