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Maria Grujicic Studio

Montessori-inspired,
nature-based creative learning through art

A kind message

“What a talented and creative artist you are, my lovely. Beautiful work.” 💛— Roniece Dawson-Bruce

A glimpse into the creative process at Maria Grujicic Studio.


Children explore, observe, and create through hands-on experiences with natural materials, colour, and imagination.

Grounded in Montessori principles and place-based learning, this work supports independence, confidence, and original thinking.

More than a workshop — this is a calm, process-led creative practice connected to storytelling, community, and the natural world.

The sky is the limit.

What I Offer

Workshops
Small-group, process-led art workshops for children and families in Darwin.

Resources
Thoughtfully designed creative resources to support learning at home and in educational settings.

Projects
Community-based projects and exhibitions, including the Tactile Wall Art Project.

Creative Studio Series – Darwin

📍 Darwin Languages Centre, Ludmilla
Hosted by Adult Short Courses

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Montessori Watercolour Critters Workshop

Thursday 21 May 10:00am – 12:00pm

A calm, nature-based workshop exploring line, form, and storytelling through drawing and watercolour.
 
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From Colour to Character: A Montessori Plasticine Workshop

Thursday 28 May 10:00am – 12:00pm

Children mix colour and transform their ideas into small sculpted character forms, combining imagination with hands-on making.

​👉 Bookings via Adult Short Courses
🔗 https://www.adultshortcourses.com/📞 0452 135 400

A kind message
 

“Maria presents a wonderful Montessori workshop — a fun and engaging way for children to learn.”
— Darwin Adult Short Courses
 
“My child loved the painting — and everything else. I really enjoyed seeing the children have the freedom to explore and experiment.”
— Parent, Darwin
 
“My child loved experimenting with water and painting. They were happy and calm when I picked them up.”
— Nani, Darwin
Workshops & Exhibition | Darwin
Workshops & Exhibition | Darwin

Tactile Wall Art Project

Workshops & Exhibition | Darwin

A collaborative tactile art project for children (6–12), teens (13–18), and adults.
 

Through hands-on workshops and an evolving exhibition, participants create and contribute to a shared, living artwork.

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Art Resources
Printable and digital resources for creative learning

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Easter Critters

A playful, nature-inspired art activity.

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From Colour to Mask

Exploring Line, colour & 
imagination

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The Colours That Were Already There

A story and educator resource exploring colour and observation.

Picture Books
Original stories inspired by nature, place and imagination

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Mystery Plants & Trees
 

A nature-based picture book inspired by Darwin’s Ludmilla Bushblock — available as a printed book and digital edition.

“Very impressed with your book –
very professional, a journey into the bush.”

— David P. , Darwin
“Absolutely awesome and a beautiful story.”


— Marianna V. , Darwin
“Through a child’s loving gaze, Maria reveals the beauty and deep value of the bush block with honesty and care.”

— Sonja P. , Darwin

Available locally in Darwin 🌿

Now stocked at The Bookshop Darwin.

You can also explore and order online.
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Maria Grujicic at The Bookshop Darwin

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