Meridian Regional Arts
Connecting the community through arts opportunity.
Seasons of Change Entry Fee
Saturday 13 April 2024
Payment to be made after the submission of an application form.
Workshop 5: Gallery Installation with Pig Melon, PD
Sunday 10 March 2024
Learn Gallery Installation with Perth group Pig Melon.
Be encouraged to think about different ways of using spaces, to make displays and tackling problems you run into when displaying in a non-traditional space.
Pig Melon is a volunteer-run studio, gallery, and project space in Perth; established in 2019, Pig Melon have presented more than 66 exhibitions and events featuring over 190 artists.
Merredin Fine Arts Society
Workshop 5: Gallery Installation with Pig Melon, Merredin
Saturday 9 March 2024
Learn Gallery Installation with Perth group Pig Melon.
Be encouraged to think about different ways of using spaces, to make displays and tackling problems you run into when displaying in a non-traditional space.
Pig Melon is a volunteer-run studio, gallery, and project space in Perth; established in 2019, Pig Melon have presented more than 66 exhibitions and events featuring over 190 artists.
Merredin Fine Arts Society
ART + CONNECT March
Friday 8 March 2024
We know it's not always easy to make it to our daytime classes, so why not join us at the Fine Arts Space on a Friday evening for some nibbles, drinks, and stress-free art class?
This month, we're thrilled to have local artist Chloe Flockart who will be teaching how to make sculptural seed bombs.
Whether you're a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, these Friday night sessions are designed to be enjoyable, low-pressure, and filled with laughter!
Merredin Fine Arts Society
Workshop 4: Gallery Curation with Anna Richardson, PD
Sunday 18 February 2024
A day of professional development and support for the Meridian team for their Seasons of Change exhibition.
Merredin Fine Arts Society
Workshop 4: Gallery Curation with Anna Richardson, Merredin
Saturday 17 February 2024
Learn the process of curation and building a compelling visual exhibition out of choosing the right objects and placing them together to communicate.
Anna Louise Richardson is an artist and independent curator based in Western Australia. Living and working on a cattle farm south of Perth, her artistic practice explores relationships with the natural world complicated by human intervention, intergenerational expectations and the role of animals in culture, commerce and ecology.
Merredin Fine Arts Society
ART + CONNECT February
Friday 16 February 2024
We know it's not always easy to make it to our daytime classes, so why not join us at the Fine Arts Space on a Friday evening for some nibbles, drinks, and stress-free art class?
This month, we're thrilled to have the talented Anna Richardson leading an engaging session on her arts practice. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, these Friday night sessions are designed to be enjoyable, low-pressure, and filled with laughter!
Merredin Fine Arts Society
Workshop 3: Painting with Desiree Crossing, Merredin
Between Sunday 5 November 2023 and Sunday 19 November 2023
Seasons of Change is a year-long program of workshops culminating in an exhibition, celebrating the stories, wisdom, and humour of the Seniors of the Central Wheatbelt.
Be guided through the process of creating a portrait- including choosing materials, how to compose a painting for a more striking effect, basic structure of human facial anatomy, foundations of colour theory and mixing dynamic skin tones and building layers to create depth.
Ideal for all skill levels, beginners are very welcome.
Places are limited.
Material costs are included in the workshop price.
Morning/Afternoon tea is provided.
Fine Arts Society
Workshop 3: Painting with Desiree Crossing, Nungarin
Saturday 18 November 2023
Seasons of Change is a year-long program of workshops culminating in an exhibition, celebrating the stories, wisdom, and humour of the Seniors of the Central Wheatbelt.
Be guided through the process of creating a portrait- including choosing materials, how to compose a painting for a more striking effect, basic structure of human facial anatomy, foundations of colour theory and mixing dynamic skin tones and building layers to create depth.
Ideal for all skill levels, beginners are very welcome.
Places are limited.
Material costs are included in the workshop price.
Venue to be Confirmed
ART + CONNECT November
Friday 17 November 2023
We know it's not always easy to make it to our daytime classes, so why not join us at the Fine Arts Space on a Friday evening for some nibbles, drinks, and stress-free art class?
This month, we're thrilled to have the talented award-winning artist, Desiree Crossing, leading an engaging live drawing class. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, these Friday night sessions are designed to be enjoyable, low-pressure, and filled with laughter!
Merredin Fine Arts Society
Workshop 3: Painting with Desiree Crossing, Bruce Rock
Saturday 4 November 2023
Seasons of Change is a year-long program of workshops culminating in an exhibition, celebrating the stories, wisdom, and humour of the Seniors of the Central Wheatbelt.
Be guided through the process of creating a portrait- including choosing materials, how to compose a painting for a more striking effect, basic structure of human facial anatomy, foundations of colour theory and mixing dynamic skin tones and building layers to create depth.
Ideal for all skill levels, beginners are very welcome.
Places are limited.
Material costs are included in the workshop price.
Bruce Rock CRC
Mikaela Castledine Workshop 2: Crochet with Rope. Merredin
Sunday 15 October 2023
In these hands-on sessions, participants will have the opportunity to delve into the distinctive crochet techniques that Castledine has mastered, enabling her to craft robust sculptural forms that reflect our natural world.
About the Artist
Mikaela Castledine is an award-winning artist and published writer, with a degree in Applied Science and an MA in Literature, born in the WA wheatbelt and living in the Perth hills. She is best known for her crochet sculptures exploring our connections to animals, architecture and storytelling.
All workshops are $20, which includes all materials and morning tea.
Merredin Fine Arts Society
Mikaela Castledine Workshop 2: Crochet with Rope. Bruce Rock
Saturday 14 October 2023
In these hands-on sessions, participants will have the opportunity to delve into the distinctive crochet techniques that Castledine has mastered, enabling her to craft robust sculptural forms that reflect our natural world.
About the Artist
Mikaela Castledine is an award-winning artist and published writer, with a degree in Applied Science and an MA in Literature, born in the WA wheatbelt and living in the Perth hills. She is best known for her crochet sculptures exploring our connections to animals, architecture and storytelling
All workshops are $20, which includes all materials and morning tea.
Bruce Rock CRC
Mikaela Castledine Workshop 1: Twig Sculptures. Merredin
Sunday 8 October 2023
This workshop encourages participants to see the extraordinary within the ordinary by carefully selecting a twig and examining it from all angles, searching for hidden shapes and forms; embracing the challenge of using the found twig as it is, with minimal alterations—no extra twig legs or attempts to make the piece too obvious. This approach encourages attendees to let go of pre-conceived ideas and free up their creativity.
About the Artist
Mikaela Castledine is an award-winning artist and published writer, with a degree in Applied Science and an MA in Literature, born in the WA wheatbelt and living in the Perth hills. She is best known for her crochet sculptures exploring our connections to animals, architecture and storytelling.
All workshops are $10, which includes all materials and morning tea.
Merredin Fine Arts Society
Workshop 2: Photography with Martine Perret, Merredin
Saturday 7 October 2023
Seasons of Change is a year-long program of workshops culminating in an exhibition, celebrating the stories, wisdom, and humour of the Seniors of the Central Wheatbelt.
Join us for an exciting 2-part workshop where you'll master the art of portrait photography!
PART ONE: Saturday.
Demystify the camera and learn the principles of portrait photography in a low-pressure environment where you can ask all those questions you've always wanted ask!
PART TWO: Sunday.
Putting your skills to work!
Learn how to work with a subject to get a great photo and work with natural light.
Ideal for all skill levels, beginners are very welcome.
Places are limited.
Material costs are included in the workshop price.
Fine Arts Society
Mikaela Castledine Workshop 1: Twig Sculptures. Bruce Rock
Saturday 7 October 2023
This workshop encourages participants to see the extraordinary within the ordinary by carefully selecting a twig and examining it from all angles, searching for hidden shapes and forms; embracing the challenge of using the found twig as it is, with minimal alterations—no extra twig legs or attempts to make the piece too obvious. This approach encourages attendees to let go of pre-conceived ideas and free up their creativity.
About the Artist
Mikaela Castledine is an award-winning artist and published writer, with a degree in Applied Science and an MA in Literature, born in the WA wheatbelt and living in the Perth hills. She is best known for her crochet sculptures exploring our connections to animals, architecture and storytelling
All workshops are $10, which includes all materials and morning tea.
Bruce Rock CRC
Workshop 1: Drawing with Andy Quilty, Merredin
Between Sunday 3 September 2023 and Sunday 17 September 2023
Seasons of Change is a year-long program of workshops culminating in an exhibition, celebrating the stories, wisdom, and humour of the Seniors of the Central Wheatbelt.
In this workshop, you will learn to take risks and embrace the value of happy accidents while learning practical, fundamental skills to develop your drawing practice.
Working from reference photos; you will leave this workshop having completed some outstanding portraits.
Ideal for all skill levels, beginners are very welcome.
Places are limited.
Material costs are included in the workshop price.
Fine Arts Society Merredin
Workshop 1: Drawing with Andy Quilty, Nungarin
Saturday 16 September 2023
Seasons of Change is a year-long program of workshops culminating in an exhibition, celebrating the stories, wisdom, and humour of the Seniors of the Central Wheatbelt.
In this workshop, you will learn to take risks and embrace the value of happy accidents while learning practical, fundamental skills to develop your drawing practice.
Working from reference photos; you will leave this workshop having completed some outstanding portraits.
Ideal for all skill levels, beginners are very welcome.
Places are limited.
Material costs are included in the workshop price.
Morning/Afternoon Tea provided
STUDIO ARTISTIQUE ART GALLERY
Workshop 1: Drawing with Andy Quilty, Bruce Rock
Saturday 2 September 2023
Seasons of Change is a year-long program of workshops culminating in an exhibition, celebrating the stories, wisdom, and humour of the Seniors of the Central Wheatbelt.
In this workshop, you will learn to take risks and embrace the value of happy accidents while learning practical, fundamental skills to develop your drawing practice.
Working from reference photos; you will leave this workshop having completed some outstanding portraits.
Ideal for all skill levels, beginners are very welcome.
Places are limited.
Material costs are included in the workshop price.
Bruce Rock CRC
Seasons of Change Program Launch
Sunday 23 July 2023
Join us at Cummins Theatre for an encore screening of the 2022 Seasons of Change shorts, the launch of our 2023/24 workshop program, and information on how to get involved in Seasons of Change.
Tickets $10, includes a light afternoon tea.
Profits from this event go towards materials for our 2023/24 workshops, your attendance makes great projects like this possible.
Cummins Theatre
