Art Events + Workshops - City of Stonnington - March 2025

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Posted 2025-02-26 by Jen ⇒ follow

Wed 26 Feb 2025 - Mon 31 Mar 2025

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If you're into creating, and you live in the City of Stonnington, you're in luck. Having said that, people don't mind travelling a little to swoop in on doing something they love. Like most councils, there's a plethora of events year in and year out, for free, or very low cost. The following are some upcoming creative events that include collages, drawing, painting, sculpting, art talks and demonstrations, exhibitions, pottery, workshops and more. There's bound to be one that piques your interest to keep those creative juices flowing. So leave your cares at the door and hop into doing something you love, or something different from your usual go-to. Just click on the links to find out more about the events, the dates and times (as some events run weekly etc), locations, booking/registration information etc. Though some events are free, they may require booking. It pays to stay in touch with the council for all upcoming events . Check your local council for events - to stay connected, enable building a community, perhaps find new friends, learning something new with like-minded others - a lot for free and as mentioned before, at affordable prices.

Wed 26 Feb to Wed 25 Jun 2025 fr 10.30-11.30am - Free event, no bookings required. Collage Creations at the Malvern Library, 1255 High St, Malvern. Plunge into a pool of paper materials and pictures to make your own unique paper art piece. All materials supplied

Wed 26 Feb to Wed 2 Apr 2025 fr 10am-12.30pm - Costed event. Studio Arts: Build Your Portfolio - Enhance your artistic skills and build an impressive portfolio. You'll be encouraged to explore a variety of ideas, techniques and materials.

Thu 27 Feb & Sat 15 Mar (Opening Event on Sat 1 Mar 10am-2pm) - Greg Mallyon 'The Big Country' Exhibition and Artist Talk - Free event, must book. Head to the Manyung Gallery Malvern for an informative talk by the artist, printmaker and former publisher of limited edition prints. You're warmly invited to the Exhibition's Opening, should you wish to attend.

Sat 1 to Sun 9 Mar 2025 10am to 5pm - Watercolour Exhibition by Yesim Gozukara - A Natural Perspective - Free Event at Malvern Artists' Society Gallery, 1297-1299 High St, Malvern. A multi-award-winning artist (image above and below), enjoy a stunning new series of seascapes and landscapes inspired by her recent travels in Australia, the UK, Turkiye and New Zealand.

Sat 8 Mar 2025 2-4pm - Art Demonstration Afternoon with Artist Yesim Gozukara - Costed event at Malvern Artists' Society Gallery as above. An informative art demonstration, observe the artist creating a watercolour painting from 'work in progress' to completion. Bookings essential. Light refreshments will be offered.

Sun 9 Mar & Sun 13 Apr 2025 from 1-4pm - Sculpture Workshop with Stefan Damschke - Costed event (2 separate sessions) at Duldig Studio, 92 Burke Rd, Malvern East. Dildig's sculptor-in-residence (last image) will have you roll up your sleeves and engage with Duldig Studio in a new way. It's hands-on as you learn how to mould and shape your clay into unique pieces to take home. Suitable for beginners and more experienced sculptors.

Thu 13 to Wed 19 Mar 2025 from 10am to 5pm - Bayside Women Artists Group Exhibition - Free Event at Malvern Artists' Society Gallery, showcasing an exquisite collection of new paintings inspired by the beauty of nature. If you visit on Sun 16 Mar from 2-4pm you can also meet the Artists - for a relaxed opportunity to chat with them and view the exhibition.

Tue 18 Mar 2025 from 10am to 1pm - Drawing Workshop with Helene Oberman - Costed event at Duldig Studio, join Helene Oberman who will be returning to the Studio to facilitate stand-alone drawing workshops designed for beginners and those who would like to revisit their skills. Enjoy a Viennese morning tea with tea, coffee, and plum cake with tutelage in the beautiful gallery space. Find a list of things to bring via the given link.

Sat 22 Mar 2025 from 10.30am to 12pm - Mandala Art Workshop - Free event, need to book to attend as spaces are limited at Phoenix Park Library, 30 Rob Roy Rd, Malvern East. A drawing workshop where you’ll learn about and explore the intricate art of mandalas. Suitable for adult participants and all skill levels. All materials supplied.

Sat 29 Mar 2025 10am to 12pm - Japanese Pottery Workshop - Costed event at Prahran Place, 40 Grattan St, Prahran. Learn to make Japanese-style pottery to create a cup and mini bowl. Your creation will be professionally trimmed, fired, glazed and delivered back to Prahran Place, ready to use or gift to someone special. All materials supplied and places are limited to ensure one-on-one tuition.