Gippsland Art Gallery - Wellington Shire

The premier arts destination in Gippsland, on Gunaikurnai Country. The Gippsland Art Gallery is a public gallery located in Sale, Victoria 3850. They present art exhibitions, public art workshops and artist talks.

MINIEST MAKERS | Art play and music for ages 0-4

Monday 13 April 2026

Join Harry Hookey and Galllery staff and volunteers for an action-packed morning of art play and music. This session has been designed for ages 0 - 4 and their parent or career to enjoy. This event has been designed as a drop-in session, so come anytime (from 10am - 11.30am and stay as little or long as you like. As some materials can be messy, please dress appropriately. Art smocks and aprons are available. Free event. Please let us know you are coming so we have enough space and materials for everyone!

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MINI MAKERS KIDS | Storytelling and Art Making Workshop

Tuesday 14 April 2026

Join Gallery Volunteer Tony Capurso and Gallery Educators for a storytelling performance and art making workshop inspired by his story. Tony's story is about restoration, magical paint pots and chocolate cake, participants will create their own magical paint pot character after the story telling. This workshop has been designed for primary school aged children. Free workshop, please RSVP. Participants under 16 years must be supervised by an adult.

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MINI MAKERS KIDS | EASTER ETCHING (ages 9+)

Tuesday 14 April 2026

Join Gallery Educators for another fun art making workshop. Participants will learn new skills to create dry-point (Easter themed) etched prints using specialty tools and print making inks. This workshop is design for an older audience due to sharp tools and machinery required for this technique. If you are not familiar with this process: Imagine scratching your design into a plastic sheet, then adding ink to then 'stamp' it onto paper. Free workshop, please RSVP. Parental supervision required throughout the workshop.

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MINI MAKERS KIDS |Design & Decorate an Easter Cookie

Thursday 16 April 2026

Gippsland Art Gallery invites Mini Makers (ages 4 - 16) to join us for an Easter cookie design challenge. Participants will use a template to design their ultimate Easter cookie and then transfer their design onto a vanilla fondant covered cookie with edible ink markers, watercolour and glitter. Rolling session times (take as long as you like): 10.00am 10.30am & 12.00pm 12.30pm Estimated time for this activity is between 30 minutes to 1 hour. FREE workshop, all materials supplied. Bookings are essential via TryBooking. Parental supervision required for participants. *GF options available with prior notice.

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Mini Makers Kids | Reclaimed Textile Workshop

Saturday 9 May 2026

Get crafty, get creative and give textile waste a fabulous second life! Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll transform fabrics into gorgeous, one-of-a-kind gift cards and gift bags. Using repurposed clothing, fabrics, linens, trims and recycled cardboard, you will learn simple techniques to design pieces that are completely custom-made for your friends and family - a thoughtful touch to make any gift feel extra special. No sewing skills needed - just come along ready to play with glue, colour, texture and layering. Expect a little mess and lots of creative inspiration along the way. Participants will leave with a collection of unique, eco-friendly handmade pieces perfect for any celebration, plus the skills and inspiration to keep creating at home. All supplies are included, however if you have fabrics or trims you wish to use, please bring them along. Children aged under 16 years must be supervised by an adult for the duration of the workshop.

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Reclaimed Textile Workshop with Lisa Manning |Adult Workshop

Saturday 9 May 2026

Get crafty, get creative and give textile waste a fabulous second life! Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll transform fabrics into gorgeous, one-of-a-kind gift cards and gift bags. Using repurposed clothing, fabrics, linens, trims and recycled cardboard, you will learn simple techniques to design pieces that are completely custom-made for your friends and family - a thoughtful touch to make any gift feel extra special. No sewing skills needed - just come along ready to play with glue, colour, texture and layering. Expect a little mess and lots of creative inspiration along the way. Participants will leave with a collection of unique, eco-friendly handmade pieces perfect for any celebration, plus the skills and inspiration to keep creating at home. All supplies are included, however if you have fabrics or trims you wish to use, please bring them along. Please note this is an adult workshop for ages 16+ (our kids session takes place at 10.30am).

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Linocut Workshop with Jenny Noone

Saturday 16 May 2026

Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 May, 10.30am to 3.30pm each day Join local artist and printmaker Jenny Noone in a collaborative printmaking workshop. Each participant will work on a section of linocut that can be collated in an exquisite corpse style artwork. Participants will get to choose various carved lino plates to construct a unique exquisite corpse linocut. Each participant will leave with a 45 x 30cm black and white print. All materials, light refreshments, tea and coffee will be provided. This fun workshop is designed for adult participants 18+ and is appropriate for all skill levels.

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EXHIBITION & BOOK LAUNCH Frank Mesaric: Gippsland Gothic

Friday 5 June 2026

As part of the Winter Season Program launch you’re invited to join us for the launch of Gippsland Gothic, Sasha Grishin’s fascinating new book about acclaimed artist Frank Mesaric. The launch of Gippsland Gothic coincides with the major retrospective exhibition of the same name, and will be an opportunity to meet the artist and discover the work of one of the region’s most accomplished visual artists. Friday 5 June 6.00pm to 8.00pm Cost: Free, please RSVP

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WINTER LIFE DRAWING | Tutored Life Drawing

Between Tuesday 14 July 2026 and Tuesday 4 August 2026

Tutored Life Drawing in a supportive environment These Life Drawing sessions allow artists at all stages to develop their observational drawing skills. The Gallery provides all basic drawing materials, easels and light refreshments. Sessions will be supervised by Gallery staff and guided by a tutor. The workshops will appeal to: • VCE students developing a folio suitable for tertiary level application (students under 18 years of age, parental consent required) • Amateur artists exploring life drawing for the first time • Independent more advanced artists Four Sessions: Tuesday 14 July to Tuesday 4 August 6.00pm to 8.00pm each session Art Activity Room, Level 2 Cost: $31 per session, all materials supplied including tea, coffee, and light refreshments. Bookings will open on 1 June, at 9am.

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BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR OF THE GALLERY

Friday 20 March 2026

Explore the inner workings of the Gallery including the collection store where nearly 5,000 artworks are kept in this unique opportunity to see what happens ‘behind the scenes’. Places strictly limited. Friday 20 March 10.00am to 11.00am Meet at Gallery Reception Cost: Free

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ARTISTS’ TALK | Gavin Roberts, Crystal Stubbs & Cindy Tong

Saturday 7 March 2026

Each season the Gallery presents talks connected to the exhibition program, allowing visitors to meet the curators and artists and learn more about the exhibitions. This autumn the artists behind Nexus, Gavin Roberts, Crystal Stubbs and Cindy Tong join us for an informal talk about their artworks. Saturday 7 March 10.30am to 11.30am Meet in Gallery 1 Followed by morning tea on Level 2 provided by the Friends of the Gallery Committee Cost: Free

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Autumn Season Launch 2026 | Gippsland Art Gallery

Friday 6 March 2026

‍Friday 6 March 6.00pm–8.00pm RSVP appreciated by Wednesday 4 March Pay bar after speeches Exhibitions open on the night: Shaping Ideas Jenny Noone: I am of the nature Nexus: Gavin Roberts, Crystal Stubbs & Cindy Tong Borun & Tuk GalleryThe Art of Annemieke Mein Youth Exhibition Space Yes Gallery Photographs taken at the launch may appear in Gallery publications, website and social media platforms. If you do not wish to be photographed please advise the official photographer.

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Artist led workshops for adults with disabilities

Thursday 5 March 2026

Areka Brown is a printmaker and art teacher from Ballarat, who now proudly calls East Gippsland home. Areka has worked as a secondary art teacher and now works as the Art Learning Coordinator for East Gippsland Art Gallery. She runs workshops for adults, children and disability support groups and brings education programs to schools around East Gippsland from Bairnsdale to Mallacoota. Areka is a passionate advocate for good mental health. She often explores her own struggles and triumphs with Bipolar Disorder in her artworks and strongly believes a problem shared is a problem halved. In these art making workshops, Areka Brown will focus on three different art making techniques. The first workshop will involve participants creating their own scratchboard artworks. In the second workshop, participants will make collagraph printing plates and prints using cardboard, textured papers, leaves, feathers and other mixed media, and in the third workshop participants will create their own acrylic painting, focusing on different painting techniques and mixing colours.

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Artist led workshops for adults with disabilities

Thursday 26 February 2026

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Artist led workshops for adults with disabilities

Thursday 19 February 2026

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Curator Talk with Shaune Lakin

Friday 13 February 2026

Join us with Shaune Lakin, Senior Curator, Photography at the National Gallery of Australia, for an introduction to Olive Cotton and her contemporaries. Olive Cotton (1911‒2003) is now recognised as one of Australia’s most significant photographers, especially notable for her images that draw attention to the immersive qualities of photography. Cotton began taking photographs with a Kodak Box Brownie when she was 11, and by the early1930s was an integral member of a vibrant creative community in Sydney that included her good friend (and later husband) Max Dupain. She spent the decade making some of the most innovative photographs in the history of Australian photography, which she published and exhibited during this period, including internationally. For the first time, this exhibition brings together Cotton’s photographs and the work of her leading international peers. These include outstanding works from the national collection by key modernist photographers such as Dora Maar, Berenice Abbot, Lucia Moholy, Edward Weston, and Tina Modotti. These are some of the most celebrated figures in international photography, and provide a perfect context for appreciating Cotton’s great work.

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NGV Kids | Art Making Workshops

Thursday 22 January 2026

Get ready to party when NGV Kids on Tour comes to you these school holidays. From drawing decorative cakes and creating wearable party hats to playing fun party games, activities from the NGV are coming to over 160 locations across Victoria. There’s art to make for every age! Workshops include: Let's Party! Fashion for Kids: Designed by Danielle Brustman What's New: NGV Collection focus NGV Teens : Perfume in the 1700s Nature and Us: Olaf Breuning for Kids‍ This is a free workshop. Participants need to be accompanied by an adult and can select from a variety of workshops. Visit NGV.Melbourne/Kids to find a venue near you and join the celebration! Image: A child enjoying a creative workshop. Photo: Eugene Hyland.

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Large Format Photography Workshop with Artist Shea Kirk

Friday 16 January 2026

This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of contemporary photographic portraiture with an in-depth look at Shea’s personal practice, sharing his passion as you are guided through the steps to create a portrait. Focusing on the slow and intentional process inherent to large format photography, learn about what’s involved – from loading film to making the final exposure – as Shea breaks down the physics, and how to work with these cameras, into simple steps. Suitable for all levels of knowledge and experience, from those who have never picked up a camera before, to those who already shoot film and are curious about using large format cameras. All materials, tea, coffee and light refreshments supplied. Please BYO lunch and a phone with camera. This workshop is designed for adults (ages 18+). This is a FREE workshop sponsored by the National Gallery of Australia as part of the Bowness Photography Touring Program. Image credit: Self Portrait 2023 Shea Kirk

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Curator Talk with Cassie May

Saturday 6 December 2025

Join Cassie May, curator of Synchron City for this engaging curator talk. Discover the background story on how May brought all these exciting artists together in this one diverse contemporary exhibition. Followed by morning tea with the Friends of the Gallery on Level 2 Cost: Free, please RSVP via Try Booking.‍

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Exhibition Launch I Summer Exhibition Program

Friday 5 December 2025

YOU'RE INVITED | Summer Season Launch at Gippsland Art Gallery We invite you to join us for an evening of art, culture and celebration as we unveil our Summer Season Program. Friday 5 December 6 pm - 8 pm‍ Don't miss these exciting exhibitions opening on the night: - Synchron City - Olive Cotton and her contemporaries ‍ Please note that photographs taken at the event may appear in Gallery publications, website, and social media platforms. Let the official photographer know if you prefer not to be photographed. Light refreshments provided. Please RSVP via TryBooking

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MINI MAKERS KIDS (AGES 5 -8) | PLASTER SCULPTURES

Thursday 2 October 2025

This school holidays young artists ages 5 - 8 are invited to join Gallery educators to create plaster sculptures incorporating materials and objects from nature. Participants will take inspiration from our '60 Years' exhibition. Two sessions available: 10am - 12pm 1pm - 3pm All materials supplied, participants will need to be supervised by an adult.

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MINI MAKERS KIDS (ages 8-12) | NATURE PRINTING

Tuesday 30 September 2025

This school holidays young artists aged 8 - 14 are invited to join Gallery educators to create a variety of prints from nature. Participants will take inspiration from our '60 Years' exhibition. Two sessions available: 10am - 12pm & 1pm - 3pm 1pm - 3pm The plan is to experiment with natural plant materials and a range of printmaking processes to create a mixed media botanical artwork. Students will explore the following: - Relief printing - Rubbings - Cyanotype (if weather permits - requires a sunny day) All materials supplied, participants will need to be supervised by an adult.

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Exhibition Launch I 60 Years & Wellington Youth Prize 2025

Friday 12 September 2025

Come and celebrate the official launch of '60 Years' and the opening of the 'Wellington Youth Art Prize' 2025. Friday 12 September. 6 pm - 8 pm. 60 Years is a suite of new exhibitions to mark the 60th anniversary of Gippsland Art Gallery (formerly Sale Regional Arts Centre) in September 1965. The Mayor Councilor Scott Rossetti will be announcing the winners of Wellington Youth Art Prize. Please note that photographs taken at the event may appear in Gallery publications, website, and social media platforms. Let the official photographer know if you prefer not to be photographed. Light refreshments provided.

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WORKSHOP | Painting Threatened Species

Saturday 6 September 2025

Gippsland Art Gallery & Nakunbalook in partnership with Gippsland Concerned Artists Resisting Extinction (CARE) present a painting workshop to draw attention to threatened species in Gippsland. Participants will paint pre-cut wooden cutouts of threatened species to be exhibited for National Threatened Species Day. On completion of the exhibition participants will be able to collect their cutout and take it home. Available sessions: -10.30 am -11.30am -12.30pm -1.30pm This workshop is for children and adults. All ages are welcome to join in!

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WORKSHOP | Tutored Life Drawing

Between Tuesday 22 July 2025 and Tuesday 26 August 2025

Life Drawing sessions allow artists at all stages to develop their observational drawing skills. All drawing materials are supplied for this program. Sessions will be held in the Gippsland Art Gallery Activity Room, over six weeks (22 July to 26 August) of a Tuesday evening, sessions are two hours - from 6.00pm to 8.00pm. The workshops will appeal to: – VCE students developing a folio suitable for tertiary level application (students under 18 years of age, parental consent required) – Amateur artists exploring life drawing for the first time – Independent more advanced artists The Gallery provides all basic drawing materials, easels and light refreshments. Sessions will be supervised by Gallery staff and guided by a tutor. * Please note that both male and female models will be employed. If you are uncomfortable with nudity, please consider if these workshops are right for you. ** Written parental permission is required for students under 18 years.

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DIRECTOR TALK | Turner's Vision

Friday 15 August 2025

In this fascinating illustrated lecture, discover the story behind the Gallery’s major exhibition for 2025, Turner & Australia, and Turner’s enduring appeal for Australian artists. This talk will present a first-hand account of Gallery Director Simon Gregg’s recent study tour of England and will seek to understand the source of Turner’s extraordinary ‘vision’, which remains a potent influence for artists today. Morning tea to follow the talk provided by Friends of the Gallery. International research for this event was undertaken through a travel grant generously provided by the Gordon Darling Foundation.

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WORKSHOP | Marbled Clay with Cindy Tong

Saturday 2 August 2025

Experience the mesmerising beauty of marbled clay in this hands-on workshop, perfect for all skill levels. Learn how to pinch a cup and coil a bowl using a blend of different clays to create stunning marbled effects. Your finished pieces will be glazed in clear or left unglazed to showcase the raw beauty of the clay. After firing, your work will be ready for collection from the gallery in two weeks. All materials supplied, light refreshments available. This is an adult workshop designed for participants ages 16 and over. No refunds offered.

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STUDIO WEEKEND | Wellington Youth Art Prize (ages 12 - 25)

Between Saturday 26 July 2025 and Sunday 27 July 2025

Join us for a studio weekend in our Activity Room. All art materials are supplied. Students will be encouraged to create artworks inspired by this years WYAP theme. There will be lots of mixed media available for use and guidance on how to develop artworks. Students are also welcome to come and work on existing artworks or simply just come to develop your folio of artworks in a relaxed collaborative environment. The studio will be open 11.00am-3.00pm both Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 July (come one or both days), there will be snacks, juice & water available to participants. This workshop is designed for ages 12-25. Students under 16 will require parental supervision.

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MINI MAKERS KIDS | School Holidays Workshop - Clay Tiles

Tuesday 15 July 2025

It’s time for Mini Makers to roll up their sleeves and let those creative juices flow these school holidays with a clay tile landscape workshop. Participants will embed textures and sculptural features into a clay tile, exploring a variety of techniques. These will be fired after the session, participants will receive notification when they are ready to be picked up. This program is designed for school aged participants 4 - 12 years. Parental supervision required for the duration of the workshop.

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MINI MAKERS KIDS |School Holiday Activities - Watercolour

Tuesday 15 July 2025

It’s time for Mini Makers to roll up their sleeves and let those creative juices flow these school holidays with a beginners watercolour workshop. Participants will learn a variety of watercolour techniques and transfer those skills into creating a landscape painting. This program is designed for school aged participants 4 - 12 years. Participants will take home some beautiful watercolour paintings on paper. Parental supervision required for the duration of the workshop.

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WORKSHOP | Stick Theory with Dominic White

Saturday 12 July 2025

Stick theory workshop, a conceptual workshop by artist Dominic White. By participating in a collective process participants will build an understanding of Indigenous thinking structures. The workshop, through a series of physical metaphors, make thinking into a shared physical collection of abstract objects. The intention is that participants will move towards understanding the basic philosophical thinking that make the foundations of first nations cultural viewpoints. You also will also make string from synthetic sinew, in the Trawoolway way.‍ Your guide for the workshop is Dominic White a Trawoolway man, contemporary artist and designer, teacher, lecturer and PhD candidate with RMIT. BYO: Hands, heads and humour - all other materials supplied. This workshop is designed for adults aged 16+ years. We are able to offer this workshop free of charge in collaboration with Wellington Library Services, please RSVP to reserve your place via TryBooking.

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FRIENDS OF THE GALLERY | Winter Masterpieces Dinner

Saturday 28 June 2025

To celebrate this year’s Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition French Impressionism at the NGV, Gippsland Art Gallery is delighted to present this talk by Meg Slater, Curator, International Exhibition Projects at the National Gallery of Victoria. Ticket includes canapes, main, & dessert. Drinks at bar prices. ABOUT THE EXHIBITION French Impressionism is a major exhibition developed by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, in partnership with the National Gallery of Victoria. The exhibition charts the trajectory of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism in late nineteenth-century France, highlighting the renowned avant-garde artists at the centre of this period of radical experimentation, who boldly rejected the artistic conventions of their time. Drawn from MFA Boston’s rich collection of Impressionist masterworks, French Impressionism presents more than 100 paintings by key figures.

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TEACHER PD | Wrapped Sculpture with Pauline Dent

Friday 20 June 2025

Join us at Gippsland Art Gallery for a hands-on workshop for teachers led by Monero Ngarigo artist and educator Pauline Dent. Pauline will guide participants in creating colourful wrapped sculptures, using grasses and fibres. All materials supplied and light refreshments available. This workshop is strictly for Teachers and Educators and not for general public attendance.

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DIRECTOR TOUR | Turner & Australia (Education Members Only)

Wednesday 18 June 2025

Join Gallery Director Simon Gregg for an after-hours tour of our showcase exhibition Turner & Australia. This tour has been designed especially for our Education Members.

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TURNER | Watercolour Masterclass with Tony Smibert AM

Monday 9 June 2025

Aspiring artists of all levels are invited to join us for two unique watercolour painting workshops with Tasmanian artist and Visiting Artist Researcher, Tate Britain, and Turner specialist, Tony Smibert AM. Starting with the natural principles that provide the ‘secret’ to this beautiful medium, these Introduction to Watercolour workshops will provide an immersive and practical course to help you better understand the methods of watercolour painting. Offering a hands-on introduction to watercolour with Tony, these workshops will reveal important techniques used by J.M.W. Turner as you refine your skills & techniques. Options: W1 (3 DAYS) $1200 Mon 9 - Wed 11 June Workshop 1, an introduction to traditional techniques, before moving into scale practice and tonal values. W2 (3 DAYS) $1200 Thurs 12 - Sat 14 June Workshop 2, explores the transition we see in Turner’s work, from scale practice to a system based on colour. ALL 6 DAYS $2000 Mon 9 - Sat 14 June Workshop 1 & 2, as above

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THE SOUND OF ART | with Harry Hook & Alex Black

Sunday 4 May 2025

Music lovers and creatives aged 16+ years are invited to the Gippsland Art Gallery to join musicians Harry Hook and Alex Black in a unique and dynamic art making workshop. Listen to live and improvised music played by Harry Hook and Alex Black and using various materials and techniques, make art in response to the music being played. This workshop will be run in two sessions, with a short interval break with light refreshments. A range of art materials will be supplied, there will be a still life scene set up for participants to draw and paint from, and Gallery staff to guide art making. This workshop is designed for participants 16+.

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MINI MAKERS | Easter Craft Bonanza

Thursday 17 April 2025

It’s time for Mini Makers of all ages to roll up their sleeves and let those creative juices flow these school holidays with a range of Easter themed craft & activities. These sessions are run by Gallery staff and Volunteers. All ages welcome. THURSDAY 17 APRIL SESSIONS: -10am - 12pm -1pm - 3pm This is a FREE workshop, bookings required. Parental supervision required for participants under 16 years of age.

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MINI MAKERS |Design & Decorate an Easter Cookie

Tuesday 15 April 2025

Gippsland Art Gallery invites Mini Makers of all ages to join us for an Easter cookie design challenge. Participants will use a template to design their ultimate Easter cookie and then transfer their design onto a vanilla fondant covered cookie with edible ink markers, watercolour and glitter. Sessions: 10am - 11am 11am - 12pm 1pm - 2pm 2pm - 3pm *GF options available with prior notice. FREE workshop, all materials supplied. Bookings are essential via TryBooking. Parental supervision required for participants under 16 years of age.

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ARTIST TALK | Peter Wegner: Centenarians

Saturday 8 March 2025

Each season the Gallery presents talks connected to the exhibition program, allowing visitors to meet the artists and learn more about their work. This season we are pleased to present Archibald Prizewinning artist Peter Wegner, whose exhibition Centenarians will be part of the Autumn Season Program.

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SEASON LAUNCH | Autumn 2025

Friday 7 March 2025

YOU’RE INVITED | Autumn Season Launch Join us at the official launch of the Autumn Season Program on 7 March 2025, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Gippsland Art Gallery. Don't miss these exciting exhibitions opening on the night: - Gifted 3 - The Art of Annemieke Mein 12 - Peter Wegner: Centenarians Please note that photographs taken at the event may appear in Gallery publications, website, and social media platforms. Let the official photographer know if you prefer not to be photographed. Light refreshments provided.

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WORKSHOP | Mending & Patch with Julie Howard

Friday 7 March 2025

Join Artist & Educator Julie Howard to learn how to create beautiful Boro patches to add to a favorite piece of clothing, use vintage kimono fabrics to renew and re-wear. Come anytime between 12pm -3pm. RSVP appreciated (for preparation and materials). This is a FREE workshop Let us know you are coming, via Try Booking.

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ART BASICS | The Art of Transfers (for Art Educators)

Tuesday 4 March 2025

Join Gallery educators for a two-day workshop that explores a range of transfer techniques for paper, wood and polymer clay. This workshop encourages participants to explore transfer techniques as a starting point for art making. Participants will create a wall hanging and 2D work on paper (over two sessions). There will also be some free time to further explore transfer and printing techniques. This workshop has been designed specifically for art teachers or educators that are part of our gallery education membership program. Tuesday 4 March 4:30pm - 6:30pm Tuesday 11 March 4:30pm - 6:30pm All materials supplied, tea, coffee and snacks provided.

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Preview Evening for Educators | Education Membership Program

Wednesday 5 February 2025

An introduction to the 2025 School Membership Program specifically for educators in our region, the session will be held at Gippsland Art Gallery. This preview evening is designed to give information regarding the 2025 education program and gives educators an opportunity to give feedback and suggestions on the program. The night will include a guided gallery tour, meet and greet with Gallery staff, and an opportunity for networking with other teachers and educators in the region. Free. Light refreshments provided.

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TURNER | Watercolour Masterclass with Tony Smibert AM (CANCELLED)

Tuesday 4 February 2025

Aspiring artists of all levels are invited to join us for two unique watercolour painting workshops with Tasmanian artist and Visiting Artist Researcher, Tate Britain, and Turner specialist, Tony Smibert AM. Starting with the natural principles that provide the ‘secret’ to this beautiful medium, these Introduction to Watercolour workshops will provide an immersive and practical course to help you better understand the methods of watercolour painting. Offering a hands-on introduction to watercolour with Tony, these workshops will reveal important techniques used by J.M.W. Turner as you refine your skills and techniques. W1 (3 DAYS) Monday 9 June - Wednesday 11 June Workshop 1 comprises an introduction to traditional techniques, before moving into scale practice and tonal values. W2 (3 DAYS) Thursday 12 June - Saturday 14 June Workshop 2 explores the transition we see in Turner’s work, from scale practice to a system based on colour. 10am - 4pm each day $1200/workshop OR $2000 for 2

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Curator Talk | Andrew Gaynor

Saturday 1 February 2025

Join Andrew Gaynor, curator of Adventure, Elves & Gumnuts, Australian Children’s Book Illustrators of the Early 20th Century for this engaging curator talk. Discover the background stories behind the exhibition pieces and learn more about this pivotal time for Australian art. Followed by morning tea with the Friends of the Gallery on Level 2

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NGV | Kids on Tour 2025

Tuesday 21 January 2025

Please join us for NGV Kids on Tour 2025 at the Gippsland Art Gallery! These will be fun filled art-making workshops for children aged 5 – 12 years old, based on the current Summer exhibitions at the National Gallery of Victoria. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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Workshop | Around the World with Alison Lester

Thursday 16 January 2025

Join renowned author and illustrator Alison Lester for a fun filled hands-on making workshop. Children will use drawing and watercolour techniques to create their own postcard depicting different locations from around Australia. Free workshop for children, ages 6 - 12. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Mini Makers | Christmas Party

Thursday 12 December 2024

It’s time a celebratory for Mini Makers session! Join us for Christmas crafts and yummy snacks to celebrate another year of crafting fun! All ages welcome. Children must be supervised by an adult.

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Collection Tour

Tuesday 10 December 2024

Join our Gallery Director Simon Gregg for an exclusive behind the scenes tour, participants will get a new perspective on the Gallery Collection. Spaces strictly limited; bookings required.

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Artist in Conversation | Jan Learmonth

Saturday 7 December 2024

Each season the Gallery presents talks connected to the exhibition program, allowing visitors to meet the artists and learn more about their work. This season we are pleased to present artist Jan Learmonth, whose survey exhibition Passage will be part of the Summer Season Program, in conversation with Gallery Director Simon Gregg. Followed by morning tea with the Friends of the Gallery on Level 2.

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Summer Launch 2024

Friday 6 December 2024

YOU’RE INVITED | Summer Season Launch Join us at the official launch of the Summer Season Program on 6 December 2024, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Gippsland Art Gallery. Don't miss these exciting exhibitions opening on the night: - Jan Learmonth: Passage - The Art of Annemieke Mein 12 - Adventure, Elves, & Gumnuts - Focus on Alison Lester Please note that photographs taken at the event may appear in Gallery publications, website, and social media platforms. Let the official photographer know if you prefer not to be photographed. Light refreshments provided.

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Art Making Workshop for All Abilities.

Saturday 26 October 2024

Making the invisible visible, an art making workshop for all abilities! This is an art workshop for people 14+ years. People of all abilities are welcome to this workshop. The workshop space at the Gippsland Art Gallery will be open to the public, with a range of art materials supplied. Participants will be encouraged to create their own artworks. The workshop will be facilitated by an art educator to guide participants in how to use materials, assist with developing ideas and to create finished artworks. Final artworks will be exhibited on Level 2 of the Port of Sale. Reproductions of the artworks will be printed on postcards for participants and visitors to take away.

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Drawing Workshop with Tony Hanning

Saturday 19 October 2024

This drawing workshop led by artist Tony Hanning will help participants visually deconstruct landscapes and explore a range of devices employed by landscape artists. Participants will experiment with a range of mediums including pastels and paint, with instruction centred around perception and interpretation of the landscape. This workshop aims to equip participants with an approach to teaching themselves how to see, analyse and record for finished studio work. Includes morning tea and a light lunch.

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Mini Makers | School Holiday Workshops - Lush Landscapes

Thursday 3 October 2024

It’s time for Mini Makers of all ages to roll up the sleeves and let those creative juices flow these school holidays with a range of activities! Sessions are designed to complement the current exhibition program, and to enable the skills and knowledge of young artists to flourish. Mini Makers will learn different techniques and skills in acrylic painting, and then apply them to create their own landscape painting, based on artworks in the John Leslie Art Prize. There are two sessions (age groups available) available: - 10am to 12pm (designed for ages 4-10 years) - 1pm to 3pm (designed for ages 10-16+ years) Children must be supervised by an adult. Cost - Free. Bookings via Try Booking are essential. Please note this workshop is not designed for large group bookings.

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Mini Makers | School Holiday Workshops - Ceramic Skills

Tuesday 1 October 2024

It’s time for Mini Makers of all ages to roll up the sleeves and let those creative juices flow these school holidays with a range of activities! Sessions are designed to complement the current exhibition program, and to enable the skills and knowledge of young artists to flourish. Mini Makers will learn and use hand building skills to create your own ceramic artwork. A ceramicist will deliver this workshop, and artworks will then be fired in a kiln for children to take home at a later date. There are two sessions (age groups available) available: - 10am to 12pm (designed for ages 4-10 years) - 1pm to 3pm (designed for ages 10-16+ years) Children must be supervised by an adult. Cost - Free. Bookings via Try Booking are essential. Please note this workshop is not designed for large group bookings.

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Curator Talk | Figurative Fictions

Wednesday 18 September 2024

Join Curator Dr Louisa Waters for an informal presentation about the new collection show 'Figurative Fictions'. Free event, RSVP appreciated.

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Artist Talk with Tony Hanning

Saturday 7 September 2024

Each season the Gallery presents talks connected to the exhibition program, allowing visitors to meet the artists and learn more about their work. This season we are pleased to present a talk by exhibiting artist Tony Hanning. Tony's survey exhibition 'Into the Light' will be part of our Spring Season Program.

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Spring Season Launch 2024

Friday 6 September 2024

SPRING SEASON LAUNCH Come celebrate the art of story telling, explored in our suite of new spring exhibitions. YOU’RE INVITED|Spring Season Launch Join us at the official launch of the Spring Season Program on 6 September 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Gippsland Art Gallery. Don't miss these exciting exhibitions opening on the night: GALLERY 1—JOHN LESLIE GALLERY 2024 John Leslie Art Prize The Art of Annemieke Mein GALLERY 2 Figurative Fictions GALLERY 3 Tony Hanning: Into the Light - A Survey GALLERY 4—BORUN & TUK GALLERY GALLERY 5—YES GALLERY Sale College Please note that photographs taken at the event may appear in Gallery publications, website, and social media platforms. Let the official photographer know if you prefer not to be photographed. Light refreshments provided.

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Life Drawing at Gippsland Art Gallery 2024

Between Tuesday 16 July 2024 and Tuesday 20 August 2024

Tutored Life Drawing in a supportive environment. Life Drawing sessions allow artists at all stages to develop their observational drawing skills. All drawing materials are supplied for this program. Please note these sessions use nude models and both female and male models. Written parental permission is required for students under 18 years. Sessions will be held in the Gippsland Art Gallery Activity Room, over six weeks (16 July to 20 August) of a Tuesday evening, sessions are two hours - from 6.00pm to 8.00pm. Session 1 - Tuesday 16 July, 6pm -8pm Session 2 - Tuesday 23 July, 6pm -8pm Session 3 - Tuesday 30 July, 6pm -8pm Session 4 - Tuesday 6 August, 6pm -8pm Session 5 - Tuesday 13 August, 6pm -8pm Session 6 - Tuesday 20 August, 6pm -8pm BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL | TICKETS ARE NOT REFUNDABLE COST $30.00 per session. Payment is required at time of booking. All materials provided.

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OUT OF THE ORDINARY - A Creative Waste Workshop

Saturday 17 August 2024

OUT OF THE ORDINARY | A Creative Waste Workshop with Mandy Gunn Join artist Mandy Gunn for an engaging workshop inspired by her current exhibition, Inter-Woven―Collected, Cut, Created. The workshop will introduce participants to many creative ways of using waste materials to make original artworks, with an emphasis on printed papers and cardboard. It will incorporate collage, cutting, weaving and construction methods with demonstrations and examples. Bookings essential via Try Booking (no refunds for non-attendance). This is an adult workshop. Cost: $50 non-members and $30 members. Cost includes morning tea and a light lunch.

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Teacher Professional Development Session with Julie Howard

Thursday 1 August 2024

Teacher Professional Development Session | Botanical Eco-dyeing with fabric and leaves and Gelli Monoprints with artist and teacher Julie Howard Join Julie Howard in her studio exploring new and exciting art making techniques for you and your students. Learn Julie’s methods in eco-dyeing with fabric and leaves and use Gelli plates to make and print monoprints. This is a unique opportunity to visit and work in an artist’s studio, while exploring and learning about new materials and techniques. 'Come and play!'‍ Places strictly limited. This workshop has been created specifically for our school membership participants only and is not open to public participants. Workshop is located at Julie's studio in Coongulla.

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WEAVING WORKSHOP with Tracy Wise

Saturday 27 July 2024

Discover the Art of Weaving with Munarli Weaver and Blak Designer Tracy Wise. Embark on a creative journey and immerse yourself in the timeless tradition of weaving. Join Tracy Wise for an engaging two-day workshop that will introduce you to the fundamental techniques of weaving, enabling you to craft your very own distinctive piece. Beginners welcome! No prior experience is needed—this workshop is designed for participants of all skill levels. All materials will be included. We provide everything you need to get started, so you can focus on unleashing your creativity. Please note this workshop runs over two days: Saturday 27 July and Sunday 28 July, from 10.30am to 4.30pm each day. This workshop is designed for adults. Bookings are essential via Try Booking. Cost: $100.00 non- members and $60.00 members (non-refundable). Cost includes a morning tea and a light lunch each day.

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Studio Weekend - Wellington Youth Art Prize (ages 12-25)

Between Saturday 13 July 2024 and Sunday 14 July 2024

Join us for a studio weekend in our Activity Room. All art materials are supplied. Students will be encouraged to create artworks inspired by this years WYAP theme. There will be lots of mixed media available for use and guidance on how to develop artworks. Students are also welcome to come and work on existing artworks or simply just come to develop your folio of artworks in a relaxed collaborative environment. The studio will be open 10.30-3.00pm both Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 July. Students under 16 will require parental supervision.

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MINI MAKERS |Recycled Book Art Workshop

Thursday 11 July 2024

This workshop has been designed for children and youth. Our education team will lead participants in designing and creating sculptural and collaged artworks using recycled materials, inspired by the work of artist Mandy Gunn. There are two sessions available: -10am to 12pm - 1pm to 3pm All ages welcome. Children under 16 years must be supervised by an adult. Cost - Free.

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MINI MAKERS |Shrink Jewellery Workshop

Tuesday 9 July 2024

This jewellery workshop has been designed for children and youth. Our education team will lead participants in designing and creating charms and jewellery using shrink plastic. This workshop is inspired by our current exhibition Layers of Blak—a First Nation artist exhibition by the Koorie Heritage Trust. There are two sessions available: - 10am to 12pm - 1pm to 3pm All ages welcome. Children under 16 years must be supervised by an adult. Cost - Free.

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Artist Talk: Geoffrey Bartlett

Saturday 15 June 2024

You’re invited to join us at Gippsland Art Gallery to hear from artist Geoffrey Bartlett on his survey exhibition ‘Geoffrey Bartlett: Coalescence'. On exhibition this Winter, 15 June - 25 August 2024. Each season the Gallery presents talks connected to the exhibition program, allowing visitors to meet the artists and learn more about their work. This season we are pleased to present a talk by exhibiting artist Geoffrey Bartlett, who is one of Australia's most respected and acclaimed sculptors. Morning tea provided. Bookings appreciated.

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Winter Season Launch - Gippsland Art Gallery

Friday 14 June 2024

WINTER SEASON LAUNCH Come celebrate the spirit of wonder, explored in our suite of new winter exhibitions. YOU’RE INVITED|Winter Season Launch Join us at the official launch of the Winter Season Program on 14 June 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Gippsland Art Gallery. Don't miss these exciting exhibitions opening on the night: GALLERY 1—JOHN LESLIE GALLERY Fragile Earth II: Breathe The Art of Annemieke Mein GALLERY 2 Geoffrey Bartlett: Coalescence GALLERY 3 Mandy Gunn: Inter-Woven—Collected, Cut, Created GALLERY 4—BORUN & TUK GALLERY Layers of Blak GALLERY 5—YES GALLERY Andrew Styan: Catch Your Breath COMMUNITY ACCESS GALLERY, LEVEL 2 Assist Gippsland: Our Identities SCULPTURE ATRIUM, GROUND FLOOR Rachel Steinmann: Of Angst and Awe Please note that photographs taken at the event may appear in Gallery publications, website, and social media platforms. Let the official photographer know if you prefer not to be photographed. Light refreshment

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MINI MAKERS | SEW-A-SCULPTURE

Thursday 11 April 2024

In this workshop participants will learn to design and sew their own sculptural work, then decorate it with buttons, beads and paint. There are two sessions available: - 10am to 12pm - 2pm to 4pm This workshop is designed for ages 5+. Children under 16 years must be supervised by an adult. Cost - Free.

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MINI MAKERS | WAX BATIK DYEING

Tuesday 9 April 2024

In this workshop participants will learn to create patterned fabric with a Batik fabric dyeing process. Participants are encouraged to bring along some fabric to dye, e.g. t-shirt, pillowcase or tote bag. There are two sessions available: - 10am to 12pm - 2pm to 4pm Children under 16 years must be supervised by an adult. All ages welcome. Cost - Free.

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After Hours Annemieke Viewing and Tour for Teachers

Wednesday 6 March 2024

Join us for an informative evening tour exploring the work of local textile artist Annemieke Mein in her blockbuster retrospective: Annemieke Mein: A Life’s Work—A Retrospective. This tour will explore the history of the artist and her art making practice. This program is FREE for and for our education members only. Bookings are essential.

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Teacher Preview | 2024 Gallery Education Program

Wednesday 7 February 2024

An introduction to the 2024 School Membership Program specifically for educators in our region, the session will be held at Gippsland Art Gallery. The preview is designed to give information regarding the 2024 education program and gives educators an opportunity to give feedback and suggestions on the program. The night will include a guided gallery tour, meet and greet with Gallery staff, and an opportunity for networking with other teachers and educators in the region. Free Event. Light refreshments provided. Please RSVP.

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MINI MAKERS | LEGO PIXEL ART PRINT

Wednesday 24 January 2024

An engaging workshop that uses Lego Dots to create pixel art, that can then be inked up to make a print. Participants will take home multiple copies of their artwork as a print. These workshops are hosted by Gippsland Art Gallery staff and volunteers over two sessions: Session 1 - 10am to 12pm Session 2 - 2pm to 4pm These workshops are for young creatives, all ages welcome.

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NGV | KIDS ON TOUR - All ages welcome.

Tuesday 16 January 2024

It’s Free: This January, Gippsland Art Gallery is partnering with the National Gallery of Victoria to present NGV Kids on Tour! Enjoy free art-making activities at Gippsland Art Gallery on January 16 over two session times: 10am - 12pm & 2pm - 4pm. Participants can choose from a range of making activities including: -Underwater Drawing Club by Jean Jullien -Inspiration Train (design and drawing activity) by Daniel Emma -NGV Teens: Bracelet Beading by Collective Closets -To Become Light (symbol painted lantern & dilly bag templates) by Jenna Lee NGV Kids on tour is visiting over 130 venues across Victoria. Bring the whole family and enjoy a creative day out at your local community venue. To find all venues near you visit: https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/ngv-kids-on-tour/ NGV Kids on Tour is an initiative of the National Gallery of Victoria. NGV extends sincerest thanks to Event Partner, Officeworks, for their generous support of NGV Kids exhibitions and programs.

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MINI MAKERS | CHRISTMAS PARTY

Wednesday 20 December 2023

Join us for an end of year celebration with snacks and Christmas craft for young creatives aged 4-12. Participants must be accompanied by an adult. Hosted by Gippsland Art Gallery staff and volunteers.

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