Old microscope made in 1910.

Digital Art Class: Instruments of Discovery

Part of National Science Week

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What
ACTIVITY
When
General information
90 minutes
Adults & teens 16+
Tickets
Adult $35
Concession $30
Member $30

What do microscopes, telescopes, and curious gadgets of the past have in common – and how can they inspire your next digital masterpiece?

In Digital Art Class: Instruments of Discovery, you'll explore the fascinating tools scientists use to decode the universe – from microscopes and telescopes to curious gadgets of the past. Set in a digital immersive space, this workshop blends creativity and science as you learn digital art skills on iPad Pros using Procreate to draw from real museum objects. Be inspired by the intricate designs and stories behind these instruments of exploration and uncover the beauty in the machinery of discovery.

Old microscope made in 1910.
This microscope was a gift from Pietro Baracchi to Cyril Checchi around 1900 during his medical student days at the University of Melbourne.

Key details

  • Classes takes place in the Learning Lab Studio. 
  • Suitable for ages 16+
  • Up to 18 participants per class
  • Museum entry not included 
  • All equipment provided

Image Gallery

People learning how to create digital art in the Learning Lab at Melbourne Museum during a Digital Art Class. A woman using an iPad to photograph an assortment of butterflies in the Learning Lab at Melbourne Museum during a Digital Art Class. A person uses an iPad to photograph shoes in the Learning Lab at Melbourne Museum during a Digital Art Class. A woman using an iPad to photograph an assortment of butterflies in the Learning Lab at Melbourne Museum during a Digital Art Class. A teacher showing a student how to create digital art on an iPad in the Learning Lab at Melbourne Museum during a Digital Art Class. Two people show off their digital artworks on iPads in the Learning Lab at Melbourne Museum during a Digital Art Class.

Accessibility

Please view our accessibility page for general information. Contact our team on 13 11 02 or email us at [email protected] to discuss how we can support your visit.

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