Creative Murray

– Thursday 10 July, 5pm – 8pm– Thursday 17 July, 5pm – 8pm Learn the foundations of creating and mounting wall-based ceramics with Sam Gold at The Pumphouse. Sam will teach you about weight, balance and aesthetics, and help you explore texture, shape and decoration to craft your own ceramic art piece. You’ll develop an…

– Saturday 12 July, 11am – 3pm – Saturday 19 July, 11am – 3pm Join us at The Pumphouse for a reinterpretation of a traditional tea ceremony with artist, Jayanto Tan. The act of gathering and drinking tea together symbolises the sharing of culture and the exchange of friendship and social connection. During these tea…

The laugh out loud story of a rollercoaster life from penthouse to the slammer, and how Rod finally found his way back to sanity.Rod Halsted is the classic irrepressible Aussie larrikin. As soon as he could leave school, he headed straight to Kalgoorlie for adventure. Not that he needed to cross the country: adventure always…

Think you can’t draw? Think again! Join internationally acclaimed artist Marco Luccio for a dynamic 2-hour workshop designed for absolute beginners and those looking to reignite their creative spark. Through fun, pressure-free sketching exercises, Marco will help you ditch the fear and embrace the joy of drawing—no rules, no expectations, just pure creative freedom. All…

Saturday 9 August – Sunday 10 August, 10:00am – 1:00pm each day Take your wheel-throwing skills to the next level under the guidance of Kerrie Docker from Table Top Pots. Suitable for those with a foundation in throwing on the pottery wheel, this workshop is designed to help you take your clay practice up a…

Learn all about overlocking and your machine’s capabilities. Join Tarryn, from Hoist Collection, as she takes you through your overlocker. You’ll cover threading, needles, tension, stitch variation and more. Bring your own overlocker and thread. Fabric provided.

Kick-start your sewing projects by really getting to know your sewing machine. Join Tarryn, from Hoist Collection, as she guides you through how to get started with your sewing machine. You’ll learn about your machine’s basic functions, threading the needle, needle choice, tension, stitch type and basic troubleshooting – everything you need to get going…

Join their beginners enamelled jewellery class with Sarah Munnings (Sarah Munnings Jewellery) and discover how to create stunning enamelled pieces from scratch using a variety of techniques and materials. Working in a warm and welcoming environment, you’ll be guided through each step of the process, from preparing the metal base to applying and firing the…

In this engaging silversmithing class, you will have the opportunity to create a stunning silver clay pendant that you can proudly wear home. Learn the art of crafting intricate silver designs with our experienced instructor, Sarah Munnings (Sarah Munnings Jewellery) guiding you every step of the way as you discover the magic of working with…

Saturday 6 September – Sunday 7 September, 10:00am – 1:00pm each day Take your wheel-throwing skills to the next level under the guidance of Kerrie Docker from Table Top Pots. Suitable for those with a foundation in throwing on the pottery wheel, this workshop is designed to help you take your clay practice up a…

Discover the joy of painting in our one-day acrylic workshop, perfect for beginners or anyone looking to reignite their creative spark! You’ll learn the essentials of acrylic painting, including colour mixing, material selection and care, setting up your workspace, and foundational brush techniques. By the end of the day, you’ll have created your own artwork…

Discover the charm of white-line printmaking in this hands-on workshop inspired by a technique developed in 1920s Provincetown, USA. Using simple tools and no need for a press, you’ll carve into lino blocks and apply acrylic paint to the raised surfaces—where the carved lines act as a stencil, leaving crisp white (or black) outlines on…

In this workshop by Daniel Butterworth, you will learn tips on materials, mediums, scale and light, developed from more than 20 years as a practising artist. Through demonstrations and one-on-one feedback, Daniel will guide you in Portrait Painting – the power of composition and the effect it can have on a work, how to reflect…

In this workshop by Karen Brown, the focus will be on the techniques used to create a realistic drawing. Using the elements of nature, you will work on reproducing the textures found around us. Materials are included and are yours to take home to continue your artistic journey. Suitable for the beginner or intermediate coloured…

Join us for a fun and interactive one-day workshop where you’ll explore exciting new ways to create with acrylic paint! Learn how to choose and care for the right brushes, experiment with palette knives and other tools for unique textures, and prepare a variety of painting surfaces. Through hands-on practice, you’ll explore different techniques to…

Unlock the power of colour in our engaging workshop designed to deepen your understanding and enhance your creative confidence. You’ll explore the secrets of the colour wheel, learn the fundamentals of colour mixing and theory, and draw inspiration from how master artists use colour to evoke emotion and meaning. With practical strategies for making informed…

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the techniques used to create realistic drawings using graphite pencils. With a focus on nature as inspiration, you’ll learn how to observe and replicate the intricate textures found in the world around us – whether it’s the rough bark of a tree or the delicate veins of a leaf….

Unleash your creativity in this playful, hands-on workshop that dives into the world of acrylic mediums and texture. You’ll explore tools, materials, and techniques to add dimension and personality to your artwork – learning how to manipulate paint flow, create textured finishes, and use popular mediums to achieve unique effects. Perfect for those wanting to…

Can’t draw a straight line? No problem! Embrace the meditative, detailed art of stippling in this relaxing and rewarding workshop with artist Karen Brown. You’ll learn how to use tone and form to create beautifully realistic stippled drawings, one dot at a time. Whether you bring your own subject matter or draw from the inspiration…

Get creative at MAMA’s monthly, informal Life Drawing program after-hours. Life drawing is a foundation skill for students to gain experience sketching and drawing the human figure from a live model. Located in our MAMA Studio, sessions will be held monthly on a Thursday evening. These sessions are untutored and are open to all levels,…