Gallery | Christmas cheer masterclass

By Patrick Morrow

Dec 6, 2022

**Intricate:** Vern Hardie turns Jakobie Branch, 11, into a reindeer. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Greater Shepparton City Council’s Christmas elves are out and about this December.

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But before they helped kick off the festive season, the elves were put through a master-class — which included face-painting lessons — on how to spread Christmas cheer throughout the region.

News photographer Rechelle Zammit was on hand to capture some of the activity.

**DIY fun:** Kira Bennett showcases her artistic skills by painting on her arm. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

**Sending a message:** Zainab Alnajar proudly shows off her culture with a painting of the national flag of Iraq on her hand. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

**Clear message:** Vern Hardie speaks to the prospective elves about the importance of communication. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

**Christmas colours:** A women decorates her arm. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

’**Tis the season:** A women puts the finishing touches to her snowman. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

**Watch and learn:** Bec Hardie shows participants the different brush strokes and how to use the face paint. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

**Star quality:** Mare Hamid glistens in the afternoon light. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

**Watchful:** Georgie Giles, 13, paints an eye on her arm. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

**Hand art:** Muzhgan Qazikhil shows off her flower design. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

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