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.
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Grounded in Montessori principles and place-based learning, this work supports independence, confidence, and original thinking.
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More than a workshop — this is a calm, process-led creative practice connected to storytelling, community, and the natural world.
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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.
Montessori Watercolour Critters
Workshop
A calm, small-group art session exploring line, form, storytelling and outdoor observation in a Montessori-informed creative environment.
Bookings for this workshop are now closed.
Contact:
Darwin Adult Short Courses
Location:
Darwin Languages Centre
1 Nemarluk Drive
Ludmilla NT 0820
0452 135 400
adult.shortcourses@education.nt.gov.au
Plasticine Character Making
Workshop
Colour mixing and small, sculpted imaginative character mask making using plasticine — inspired by my upcoming picture book.
A longer holiday workshop where children mix colour, sculpt characters in plasticine, and take their work home.
Bookings for this workshop are now closed.
If you’d like to hear about upcoming workshops and future dates, you’re warmly invited to join the waitlist.
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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Picture Books
Original stories inspired by nature, place and imagination​
“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.
Maria Grujicic at The Bookshop Darwin