Plunge 2023

arts & culture festival

Image: Coastal Emus Walking. Joy Hayman Ward, winner InFocus 2022, Compact Category.

Acknowledgment of Country

We acknowledge the people of the Bundjalung, Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations, traditional custodians of the lands where these events, exhibitions, workshops and performances will take place, and pay tribute and respect to Elders, past and present of the Bundjalung, Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations which lie within the Clarence Valley Council boundary.

Image: Images of Dreaming, 1996. Irene Mary Daley. Courtesy of the Grafton Regional Gallery collection

Plunge into Culture!

For 11 years creative people in the Clarence Valley have collaborated to create a month-long program of events to inspire educate and entertain locals and visitors to the area. What better way to shed layers of fatigue from three years of fires, floods and pandemic than by gathering together, sharing and creating memories through arts and culture. Council is proud to encourage and support the Plunge Festival and continue its advocacy for the arts and culture sector. This program contains information on events, exhibitions, performances, and workshops coming up in April. I encourage everyone to get involved and support our local small businesses, volunteer organisations, artisans, musicians, and performers involved with the festival.

Thank you to the businesses and organisations who present inspired work and opportunities for us to experience, and to the community who continues to support the growth of the cultural economy of the Clarence Valley.

We have a rich and diverse culture in the Clarence, and I hope to see you out and about at a Plunge event during April.

Dr Ian Tiley Mayor Clarence Valley Council.

Cover Image: Riverlight – celebrating the Clarence Minya Holroyd, winner InFocus 2022, Plunge Category.

How to use this book

The plunge festival is a collection of Arts & Cultural events right across the Clarence Valley during the month of April as well as some fringe events later in the year. Join in and celebrate the vibrant creatives in the Clarence and support our cultural economy.

Events are listed by category and in date order with the earliest events first. This book is also online at www.clarence.nsw.gov.au/ plunge where you will find most of the links to ticketing or event websites. Workshops can get booked out so make sure you reserve your spot early to avoid disappointment.

And make sure you follow us on Facebook and Instagram @clarencevalleyculture for all the updates.

Have a wonderful plunge festival!

All events, times, dates, prices are correct at the time of printing and may be subject to change. Be sure to like us on facebook at www.facebook.com/ clarencevalleyculture and check regularly for updates on workshops and events.

CALLING ARTISTS AND CREATIVES

BYRON COATHUP, SCORCHER

JESSE BOYD-REID, FLOWERS IN BATH

LEAVING JORDAN. PHOTOGRAPH BY DANIEL MARSHALL

EXHIBITIONS, LAUNCHES & OPEN STUDIOS

BETWEEN THE LINES

A group show featuring artists Jenni Gander, Suzanne Monin, Penny Stuart, Betty Thompson and Jean Versace who work each across a range of media. Between the Lines explores each artist’s interpretation of the shapes and spaces which lines create leading to a diverse body of work for this exciting exhibition.

WHEN: OPENING: Sunday 26 March, 4pm

EXHIBITION: 26 March - 7 May, Saturday and Sunday 10am - 4pm

WHERE: Cowper Art Gallery and Studio 90 Clarence Street, Cowper

COST: FREE

INFO: www.cowperartgallery.com

Facebook: @Cowperartgallery

Instagram: @cowpergallery

CATHERINE O’DONNELL: BEYOND THE SHADOW

Beyond the Shadow is a survey exhibition of Catherine O’Donnell’s practice over the last decade. In this exhibition Catherine has created a 75% scale replica of a fibro house which is a major feature of her exhibition of a fibro house, expanding upon her ongoing elevation of everyday Australian architecture and social history.

WHEN: until 16 April

Tuesday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: Entry by donation

INFO: www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

FORCES OF NATURE

Forces of Nature looks beyond the traditional landscape to interrogate the ecological and natural forces at play in the world around us.

WHEN: until 16 April

Tuesday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: Entry by donation

INFO: www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook:

@graftonregionalgalleryau

STRUTT’S COMPENDIUM OF CURIOSITIES

Twin sisters, musicians, synesthetes, artists and designers, The Strutt Sisters (Catherine & Jennifer Strutt) are a highly respected and well-known Newcastle institution.

Over their combined fifty years of awardwinning collaborative art making, they have inspired countless fellow visual artists, both emerging and established, have taught many classes in collage assemblage, and exhibited countless works in galleries across NSW, Tasmania and Victoria.

WHEN: until 16 April

Tuesday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: Entry by donation

INFO: www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

2023 8X8 SMALL WORKS EXHIBITION

ART COMPETITION:

A competitive art event where entrants create an 8” x 8” artwork on the theme “Small Wonders”. Entrants must use a canvas supplied with entry purchase from Ferry Park Gallery in Maclean. There are Open and Junior categories and all works are exhibited. Cash prizes and winners announced at opening event. All rules and more information are available on the entry form.

DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES: Entries close March 17.

OPENING & PRESENTATION: Open - Friday 31 March, 6pm Juniors - Saturday 1 April, 11am

EXHIBITION: March 31 - April 30, Daily 9am - 4pm

WHERE: Ferry Park Gallery 5287 Big River Way (cnr Cameron St) Maclean

COST: Exhibition entry FREE

INFO: www.ferryparkgallery.net

OPEN STUDIO: DIVaNix

Diane Valerie Nixon (aka Divanix) works from her riverside studio creating her own distinctive wearable art textile and jewellery pieces. Her studio is also home to a collection of vintage items on display and for sale. There’s even a 100yo pianola to play. Well worth a visit to this funky and quirky working studio.

WHEN: Friday, Saturday and Sunday during Plunge (or by appointment), 10am -3pm

WHERE: 80 Clarence St, Brushgrove

COST: FREE

INFO & BOOKINGS: Phone or SMS: 0431 626 691

Facebook: @divanix

Instagram:@divanixdesign

FIBRE ART @ BONNIE BIDE

Bonnie Bide Fibre art presents a fibre art exhibition at the Maclean Framing and Gallery for the month of April. The artist Jac Mcleod combines traditional fibre techniques to create intricate textural modern art. This exhibition is a truely unique interpretation of coastal landscapes that is unlike anything you’ve seen before.

WHEN: 1 April- 30 April, Monday - Friday, 9am - 4pm

WHERE: Maclean Framing and Gallery

198a River Street, Maclean

COST: FREE INFO : www.bonniebide.com

Socials: @bonniebide

OUR CLARENCE 2023

The Clarence Valley is home to some amazing people living in some special places. Our Clarence is an exhibition of various works showcasing what the Clarence Valley means to them. From the headwaters of the Clarence, through the gorges, farms, national parks, villages, and towns all the way to the ocean.

OPENING EVENT: Saturday 1 April, 5 - 8pm

EXHIBITION: 1 - 30 April, 10am - 4pm, 6 days (closed Tuesday)

WHERE: Coldstream Gallery 5 Coldstream Street, Ulmarra

COST: Opening night - $10

Exhibition - FREE

INFO: www.coldstreamgallery.com.au

Facebook: @coldstreamgalleryulmarra

OPEN STUDIO: GEOFF CRISPIN

Visit Geoff Crispin’s wood fired ceramics studio during the plunge festival. Geoff makes wood fired porcelain and stoneware. Open by appointment, contact Geoff for details.

WHEN: All through Plunge event, times by arrangement.

WHERE: 40 Whiteman Creek Road, 23 kms north west of Grafton

COST: FREE

INFO: 0437279436 geoffcrispin.com.au

FOUR ON THE WALL

Four Clarence artists, Skye McKenny, Bruce Zietsch, Pam Fysh & Jude McBean present paintings, drawings, & mixed media work that will change your appreciation & perception of the natural world. A unique exhibition not to be missed.

WHEN: OPENING: Saturday 1 April, 5:30pm

EXHIBITION: 1 - 30 April

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 10am - 4:30pm Saturday and Sunday, 2pm - 4:30pm

ARTISTS TALK: Wednesday 19 April, 10:30am

COST: $5 entry

WHERE: The Kirk, Yamba Museum, River St Yamba

INFO : www.pyhsmuseum.org.au

HOPEFUL DISRUPTIONS: RIVER JOURNEYS

A multimedia installation exploring the connections between old trees and the River, and the importance of these trees for the ecosystem. Hopeful Disruptions is an evolving project to connect art, environment, and community. Artists are Debbie Taylor, Rochelle Summerfield, Tracy Pateman and Will Rodgers.

WHEN: Wednesday 5 & Thursday 6 April, 10am - 3pm

Easter Saturday 8 April, 9am - 1pm (closed Good Friday)

WHERE: Shop 6, 31 Skinner Street, South Grafton.

COST: FREE

INFO : www.hopefuldisruptions.org

Socials: @HopefulDisruptions

THE CLARENCE BOYS

Matt Baker and Ian Versace will once again be painting together in Maclean for the Plunge Festival. Each Friday they can be found at Maclean Framing and Gallery, then at Botero HQ for a final weekend. Come in and snag a bargain on a freshly painted artwork!

WHEN & WHERE: 7, 14, 21 April

Maclean Framing and Gallery

189a River Street Maclean

28 - 30 April

Botero HQ, 275 River St, Maclean

COST: FREE

INFO : Instagram: @ian_versace_artist

Instagram: @mattbakerfineart

WILD ABOUT WOOLI ARTSHOW 2023

The Wild About Wooli Art Show is a community art show and fundraiser for the activities of Coastal Communities Protection Alliance - Wooli. Prizes include Best of Show and highly commended for painting; drawing and print making; sculpture and ceramics; textile art; photography; and mixed media. Plus a Youth Category Award, School Children’s Prize category, and People’s Choice Award. Further information, conditions of entry, categories, dates for delivery & collection of artworks, and exhibition dates are found on the Protect Wooli website in the Art Show 2023 section. Download the Information Sheet and Entry Form and send your artwork by 3 April or drop off your entry to Wooli Community Hall on Wednesday 5 April.

Artist or not, come along, enjoy the Opening Night social gathering with a drink and BBQ and admire the works of our talented coastal community.

OPENING NIGHT & AWARD

ANNOUNCEMENT

WHEN: 6:30pm Friday 7 April

WHERE: Wooli Community Hall, 90 Main Street Wooli

COST: $15 Adult, $5 Children

BOOKINGS: T ickets at the door. No prior booking required.

EXHIBITION

WHEN: Saturday 8, Sunday 9 and M onday 10 April, 10am - 3pm

COST: $2 entry

WHERE: Wooli Community Hall, 9 0 Main Street, Wooli

INFO: www.protectwooli.com.au /2022/12/16/art-show-2023/

Image credit: Rust, Jillian Bowles. Best in Show 2022 (Detail).

CEDAR AND STEAM ART PRIZE AND COMPETITION

ARTIST CALLOUT: Entries are open now for the annual Cedar and Steam exhibition. Artists are invited to submit work in five categories- painting, drawing, 3D sculpture, photography and fibre art. All the Orara Valley Primary Schools are also invited to present art works on a set topic. Entries are available now.

EXHIBITION: The Glenreagh Museum‘s annual art and photo exhibition ‘Cedar and Steam’ showcases the wonderful creatives in the Orara Valley and beyond.

OPENING NIGHT & AWARD ANNOUNCEMENT

WHEN: Friday 16 June 2023, 5 - 8pm

COST: $5 per person

BOOKINGS: Tickets at the door. No prior booking required.

EXHIBITION

WHEN: Saturday 17 June 2023, 9am - 3pm

COST: $2 entry fee

WHERE: Glenreagh School of Arts, Coramba Street, Glenreagh

INFO: honireifler@gmail.com

ROCHELLE SUMMERFIELD: ON THE RIVER’S EDGE WE MEET

Rochelle Summerfield’s art practice is deeply influenced by her connections and experiences with the rivers and streams where she lives.

WHEN: Exhibition: 22 April - 18 June

Tuesday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: Entry by donation

INFO: www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

COLLECTION: LOCAL FIRST NATIONS CURATOR - DEBORAH TAYLOR

View the collection in a new light with celebrated local First Nations artist Deborah Taylor. Deborah Taylor is a Clarence Valley based artist of Gumbaynggir and Bundjalung descent who has long been involved in community events, and actively participates on committees of an artistic and, or cultural theme.

WHEN: Exhibition: 22 April - 18 June

Tuesday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: Entry by donation

INFO: www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

NICOLA HOOPER: ZOONOSES

Artist Nicola Hooper explores the darker side of the natural world in Zoonoses. Drawing from a range of historical and popular literary references, Hooper investigates zoonotic diseases - illnesses carried by animals that can be transferred to humans.

WHEN: Exhibition: 22 April - 18 June

Tuesday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: Entry by donation

INFO: www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

FRANCES BELLE PARKER: TRUTH (JUST BE CAREFUL WHO YOU OFFEND)

This exhibition is a response to the ongoing censorship and silencing of First Nations voices.

“Trauma runs deep for so many of our mob and we need to deal with this through all available means.”

WHEN: Exhibition: 22 April - 18 June

Tuesday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: Entry by donation

INFO: www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

ILUKA SOLDIERS: ANZAC EXHIBITION

Iluka History Group will be celebrating the Centenary of the Iluka Soldiers Memorial Hall in October and as a lead up to this celebration we will have a display of information of the soldiers and memorabilia of the ANZAC’s from Iluka.

WHEN: 24 - 30 April, 9am to 1pm

WHERE: Iluka Museum 2 Charles Street, Iluka

COST: $5

INFO: www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100070780524923

Keep listening to your community radio station for what’s happening during the Plunge Festival. Daily updates during Kick Start Your Day With Damo weekday mornings first at 5am & throughout the day.

CULTURAL EXPERIENCES AND GALLERIES

FERRY PARK ART AND CRAFT GALLERY

Ferry Park Gallery proudly promotes the work of local Clarence Valley artisans. Each month, the work of one artist is showcased at the front of the gallery and small exhibitions are held throughout the year showing work of affiliated groups.

WHEN: 7 days a week

(except Christmas Day), 9am - 4pm

WHERE: Ferry Park Gallery

5287 Big River Way (cnr Cameron St), Maclean

COST: FREE

INFO: www.ferryparkgallery.net

info@ferrypark.net

Facebook: @ferryparkgallery

Instagram: ferryparkgallery

GALLERY EXHIBITION

Maclean Framing and Gallery has all your bespoke custom framing needs. We also showcase local Clarence Valley artists and creatives in the shop front gallery. During the month of April our feature artist is Bonnie Bide Fibre Art. This exhibition is a unique collection of textural coastal artworks.

WHEN: Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm or by appointment

WHERE: Maclean Framing and Gallery

198a River Street, Maclean

COST: FREE

INFO: Instagram: @maclean_framing_and_gallery

VINTAGE FILM CLUB

Get social and stay connected with your library. Grafton and Iluka libraries are hosting a monthly film club using the library’s movie streaming platform beamafilm. There are also pop up screenings with the mobile library at Lawrence and Glenreagh. Come join us for a movie and morning tea.

WHEN: Grafton - Wed 5th April, 10:30am

Iluka - Thurs 6th April, 1:30pm

Mobile (Lawrence) – Thurs 6th April, 2:00pm

Mobile (Glenreagh) – Wed 26th April, 2:00pm

WHERE: Grafton Library - 126-144 Pound St, Grafton

Iluka Library - Cnr Duke and Micalo Sts, Iluka

Mobile Library - Lawrence hall (Bridge st) & Glenreagh hall (Orara st).

COST: FREE - Bookings Essential

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

Grafton: 02 6641 0100

Iluka: 02 6646 6542

118TH MACLEAN HIGHLAND GATHERING

The annual Maclean Highland Gathering is one of the premier Scottish cultural events in Australia with a tradition stretching back to 1893. Thrill to the spectacular sounds as the pipe bands parade through Maclean, the Scottish Town in Australia. Watch some of Australia’s best solo pipers and drummers compete by the banks of the Clarence River. Be inspired by the physical artistry of the Highland dancers, watch locals and watch some of Australia’s premier Pipe Bands compete across a fun long weekend for the whole family.

WHEN: Friday 7 April from 12noon & Saturday 8 April from 8:30am

WHERE: Maclean Showground, 12 Cameron St, Maclean

COST: Adults - $15, Aged

Pensioners - $10

School Aged Children - $5

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.macleanhighlandgathering. com.au

Facebook: @lowerclarencescottishassociation

LOCAL AND HANDMADE

Unique & Original - We stock all types of handmade items from around 15 different makers and artisans all living in the Clarence Valley - We also stock a range of supplies including yarns, buttons & merino wooltops for felting, spinning and weaving. Open 7 days a week.

WHEN: Open daily 9:30am - 3:30pm

WHERE: Fibre Delights, 13 Coldstream Street, Ulmarra

COST: FREE

INFO: www.etsy.com/au/shop/fibredelights

Facebook: @fibredelights

Instagram: @fibre_delights

20 APRIL 30

A 50 minute 6-pack of short films featuring

Echoe s Echo e s

Sound DEEP TUBE RIDING ALL I FOUND ECHOES

by Pink Floyd, Will Connor and Band

of Frequencies

In a visual tribute to surfing, iconic filmmaker and soul surfer George Greenough has specially prepared and shared these historic short films with NSW North Coast surfing communities to help feed those in need. Including “Echoes”, remastered from groundbreaking footage in the history of surf photography, tumbling waves in a kaleidoscope of colors are beautifully filmed by George from deep inside the tube with his backpack camera to the accompaniment of a soundtrack courtesy of Pink Floyd.

WHEN: Thursday 20 April, from 5:30pm

WHERE: Yamba Cinema, 13 Coldstream St, Yamba

COST: $25 (with all proceeds to 2 local care organisations)

BOOKINGS: Book at Yamba Cinema in person or by phone 66 463430

MORE INFO: helentyastunggal@gmail.com

A G eo r ge Greenough Expe r ien c e S ho w

ILUKA EMPORIUM EXHIBITION & MEET THE ARTISTS

View our eclectic mix of local art and collectibles. All are available for purchase supporting local artists. We are a not for profit organisation and invite your involvement. Meet some of our exhibiting artists, find out more about our community art space, exhibitions, free workshops and monthly feature artist space.

WHEN: Friday 21 April, 9am - 3pm

WHERE: Iluka Emporium 61 Charles St, Iluka

COST: FREE

INFO : Open to everyone all day ilukaemporiumworkshops@ gmail.com

www.ilukaemporium.com

Facebook: @ilukaemporium

AN AUTUMNAL AFTERNOON EXHIBITION OPENING

Join us for a glorious afternoon at Grafton Regional Gallery, and celebrate the opening of four new Exhibitions.

WHEN: Saturday 22 April, 3 to 5pm

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: Entr y by donation

INFO & BOOKINGS : https://GRG_AprilPlunge _2023.eventbrite.com.au

www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

Image: Trimming Down the Line. Levi Kidd, winner InFocus 2022, Youth Category.

MUSIC, DANCE & THEATRE PERFORMANCE

MOVING IN NATURE

Reconnect your body-listening with breath and nature whilst moving in Angourie Yuraygir.

Jade Dewi Tyas Tunggal will guide eco-somatic practices, dance explorations and writing prompts to enliven sensation and creativity. A transformative experience to renew inner balance and self-knowing for those interested in movement, dance, yoga, bodywork, therapy, education, arts and body-mind disciplines. Wear comfortable, sun-smart clothing & hat. Bring writing tools, towel, water & snacks.

WHEN: Sunday 2 & 30 April, 9am -12noon

WHERE: ANGOURIE NATURE RESERVE Meet at Angourie pools carpark

COST: $30

INFO: jadedewi@gmail.com

www.jadedewi.com

Meta: @jadedewidance

YouTube: Jade Dewi Tyas Tunggal

WHERE’S PADDY?

Catch local band ‘Where’s Paddy?’ performing during plunge. Where’s Paddy are a trio of pirates who play an eclectic mix of French, Eastern European and Celtic music, with the odd sea shanty thrown in for good measure.

WHEN: Saturday 8 April 2023, 9am to 12noon

WHERE: Loading bay, Botero Café 189 River Street, Maclean

COST: FREE

INFO: https://www.facebook.com/ Wheres-Paddy104638938848996

NIA YAMBA COMMUNITY DANCE JAM

It’s time to take the Plunge into something new!!! If you love moving to music with friends in a fun atmosphere, this Community Dance Jam is for you! You need no prior experience, everBODY is welcome! Nia is a fun, barefoot, mindful movement practice set to fabulous music guaranteed to make you feel joyful and exhilarated! All proceeds from this event will go to a local charity so you will not only be giving your body, mind and spirit a gift, you will be supporting a worthwhile cause in our Clarence Valley community. Wear comfortable clothes and bring some water and your smile!

WHEN: Saturday 15 April, 6pm

WHERE: Yamba RSL Hall, Cnr Church St and RSL Ln.

COST: $20 donation to charity

INFO: Carol on 0412255306 or cazzagreenwood@gmail.com

niaaustralia.com.au

CHASING SLOW

Mandy Pashen will facilitate a 3-day eco dance and creative arts workshop for 5-12 year olds focusing on Iluka’s natural environment as a stimulus for creative expression. On the last day the children will joyfully present their own performance supported by their families and friends.

WHEN: Tue 18, Wed 19, Thurs 20 April, 10am - 3pm

WHERE: Iluka Community Hall, 54 Spencer Street, Iluka

COST: FREE

BOOKINGS: ilukaemporiumworkshops@ gmail.com

INFO: Phone 0402330244 or 0423966431

QUEENSLAND BALLET REGIONAL WORKSHOP TOUR

COMMUNITY CLASSES: These community classes give participants a taste of all the fun Queensland Ballet has to offer. This is an inclusive experience focusing on exploring ballet technique.

PETIT POINTERS: For children 2-5 years. Designed to stimulate the imagination, musicality and natural movement in children aged 2-5 years. All participants will have a joyous experience with an important carer in their life.

GRAFTON MACLEAN

WHEN: Wednesday 26 April 4 - 5pm Community Classes (6 - 11yrs)

5 - 6pm Community Classes (12 - 17yrs)

WHEN: Thursday 27 April 3:30 - 4pm QB Petit Pointers (2 - 5yrs) 4 - 5pm Community Classes (6 - 11yrs) 5 - 6pm Community Classes (12 - 17yrs)

COST: $10 per workshop

BOOKINGS: www.queenslandballet.com.au/regionaltour

LOCAL MUSEUMS

ALUMY CREEK SCHOOL MUSEUM

Mon 9am - 12pm (other times by appointment)

$5 adult & $2 school-aged child

465 Lawrence Road, Grafton 0472 848 571

LAWRENCE MUSEUM

Sat & Sun 1 - 4pm, Tues 9am - 1pm

Adults $5, Children 50c

2 Merton Street, Lawrence 02 6647 7588

MACLEAN BICENTENNIAL MUSEUM

Tues 9am – 12pm, Wed & Sat 1 - 4pm (other times by appointment)

Adults $5, Pension card holders $3 & School age children $1

19-21 Grafton St, Maclean 02 6645 3416

GLENREAGH MEMORIAL MUSEUM

First Saturday of the Month 9am -12pm (other times by appointment)

62 Coramba Street, Glenreagh

02 6649 2001

ILUKA MUSEUM

Wed & Fri 9am - 1pm

$2 per person (under 12 free)

2 Charles St, Iluka 0407 627 892

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SCHAEFFER HOUSE

Tues, Wed, Thurs & Sun 1 - 4pm

$5 per person

190 Fitzroy Street, Grafton

02 6642 5212

YAMBA MUSEUM

Tues, Wed & Thurs 10am - 4:30pm

Sat & Sun 2 - 4:30pm

Adults $5, Children & Members FREE

River Street, Yamba

yambamuseumnsw@gmail.com

Background Image: Graeme Andrews Collection, Helen, ferry at Grafton (Postcard). c1910

Provided courtesy of the City of Sydney Archives.

MARKETS

WEEKLY

Wednesday mornings Yamba Farmers & Producers Market: Every Wednesday 7 - 11am

Whiting Beach Car Park, Clarence Street, Yamba

Thursday afternoon Grafton Twilight Market: Every Thursday 12 - 6pm Market Square, Grafton CBD (Cnr Pound and Prince Streets)

MONTHLY

1st Saturday (except January)

1st Saturday

1st Sunday

2nd Saturday

3rd Saturday

3rd Sunday

3rd Sunday

4th Sunday

SEASONAL

1st Sunday (Feb, May, Aug, Nov)

1st Sunday (Mar, Jun, Sep, Dec)

Sat 8 April, Sat 8 July & Sat 30 Sept

Glenreagh Markets: 8:30am - 12:30pm

62 Coramba St School of Arts Building

Yamba Artisan Food Market: 1st Saturday month 8am - 12noon

Whiting Beach Carpark, Yamba

Iluka Market: 6am – 1pm

Cnr Owen & Spenser Streets, Iluka

Maclean Community Market: 8am – 12noon

Centenary Drive Car Park, Maclean

Grafton Showground Markets: 9am - 3pm

Cnr Prince & Dobie Streets, Grafton

Ashby Market: 8am – 12noon

Ashby Community Centre, Lismore St, Ashby

Coutts Crossing Community Markets: 8am – 12noon

Coutts Crossing Coronation Hall, 7 Armidale Rd

Yamba River Market: 9am – 2pm

Ford Park, River Street, Yamba

Pillar Valley Markets

Tanamon Gallery, 1125 Firth Heinz Road

Halfway Creek Local Market

Halfway Creek hall, Kungala Rd, Halfway Creek

Yamba Handmade Markets: 9am -1pm

Raymond Laurie Sports Centre, Angourie Road, Yamba

For more information and up-to-date market listings go to www.myclarencevalley.com/markets

ART IN THE PADDOCK

Artists and musicians are ready for the big day at Art in the Paddock. Enjoy the visual art of over 40 Clarence Valley artists, feast on fine regional foods, and listen to a great line up of local musicians. Art in the Paddock is presented by The Gallery Foundation.

WHEN: Sunday 26 March, 10:30am - 4pm

WHERE: Nymboida Canoe & Camping Centre, 3520 Armidale Road, Nymboida COST: $25

INFO &

BOOKINGS: www.thegalleryfoundation.com.au Facebook: @thegalleryfoundation

GUMBAYNGGIRR ART MARKET

Join local artists and makers on the banks of the Clarence River on Gumbaynggirr country for a food and art market, Goorie food stallholders, craft, song and dance and good communal talks.

WHEN: Sunday 16 April, all day

WHERE: Lane Boulevarde, Through & Skinner St, South Grafton next to Pelican Playhouse COST: FREE INFO: culture@clarence.nsw.gov.au

2 DAY ART & CRAFT MARKET

Grafton Art Club presents this annual two-day event. A great day out to find incredible deals on original artworks, watch art demonstrations and pick up a bargain at the monster garage sale, craft, and market stalls. This year participate in an art auction on Saturday at 11am

WHEN: 6 - 7 May, Saturday 7am - 3pm Sunday 8am - 2pm

WHERE: Grafton Art Club 365 Dobie Street, Grafton

COST: FREE

INFO : graftonartclub@gmail.com 0428 733 191

Tune into 93.5 during Plunge

Broadcasting live during the Plunge Festival. Listen to local artists read their prose or poetry favourites, sing or play their music and talk about their art and inspiration.

Broadcast by Presenter will be live but Presenter will use pre-recorded sessions, recorded at TLC.

Image: Beach Days. Sean Sacco, winner InFocus 2022, Mobile Category

YOUTH & KIDS WORKSHOPS & EVENTS

WEEKLY YOUTH ART CLASSES

“Deb is a supportive teacher who guides my imagination and teaches me new skills using a variety of different mediums.” Lilly. Learn to see as an artist and develop your skills to draw in weekly lessons with Artfully Yours.

Age 8-18 Creative Kids Provider.

WHEN: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 3:45 - 5:15pm

WHERE: Grafton Art Club, 365 Dobie Street Grafton

COST: Casual lessons $22 or 10 lessons @ $17each

(includes $2 hall fee)

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artfullyyours.com.au

artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com

Phone: 0409 321 226

Facebook: Artfully Yours

LIBRARY LEGO LEGENDS

The mobile Library will have drop-in sessions of our Lego workshop challenge during plunge. Come along and complete a themes build in just one hour!

WHEN & 11 April:10:30-11:30am Wooli WHERE: & 2:30-3:30pm Minnie Water

12 April: 10:30-11:30am Halfway Ck & 2:30-3:30pm Glenreagh

13 April: 10:30-11:30am Brushgrove & 2:30-3:30pm Tucabia

18 April: 10:30-11:30am Baryulgil & 2:30-3:30pm Copmanhurst

19 April: 10:30-11:30am Nymboida & 2:30-3:30pm Coutts Crossing

20 April: 10:30-11:30am Brooms Head & 2:30-3:30pm Lawrence

COST: FREE - Bookings Essential

BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

02 6641 0100

MOVIE MORNING

Visit the Grafton Library for a movie morning aimed at ages 3 and older. A spin-off of the successful vintage film club for seniors, we are now offering a morning of child-friendly films to keep little ones busy and entertained over the school holiday period. Places are limited.

WHEN: Tuesday 11 April, 10:30am - 12:30pm

WHERE: Grafton Library

126-144 Pound St, Grafton

COST: FREE - Bookings Essential

INFO &

BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

02 6641 0100

CHARCOAL, CHALK AND PASTEL DRAWING SKILLS

Enjoy exploring charcoal, chalk and oil pastel drawing techniques on paper. Learn the elements of design to create colourful patterns and drawing skills that are bold and expressive. Ages 7 - 14yrs. Max. 10 participants.

WHEN & YAMBA: Wednesday 12 April, WHERE: 1 - 3:30pm

Yamba Community Hall 45 Wooli St, Yamba

ILUKA: Monday 17 April, 10am - 1:30pm

ESK Studios, 67 Charles Street Iluka

COST: $60 includes all materials and morning tea provided

INFO & Artist educator, Kerrie Speirs

BOOKINGS: kerriespeirsart@gmail.com

0448 600 388

SPIRO-DOODLE SCRATCH ART

We’re using spirograph gears and rings to create cool & colorful doodle scratch art this plunge at the Maclean Library. Suitable for ages 10+.

WHEN: Thursday 13 April, 10:30 - 11:30am

WHERE: Maclean Library

7 Stanley St, Maclean

COST: Free - Bookings Essential

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

02 6645 3611

CIRCLE WEAVING

Join us for a fun hands on circle weaving workshop. We will make a loom from recycled cardboard and create a circle weaving masterpiece to take home. Suitable for children ages 7+.

WHEN: Friday 14 April, 10:30 - 11:30am

WHERE: Grafton Library

126-144 Pound St, Grafton

COST: FREE - Bookings Essential

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

02 6641 0100

MINATURE GARDENS

Join us at Iluka library to make a miniature garden - bring your imagination and create your own little green world. Suitable for children aged 5+.

WHEN: Friday 14 April, 10:30 - 11:30am

WHERE: Iluka Library

Cnr Duke & Micalo Sts, Iluka

COST: FREE - Bookings Essential

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

02 6646 6542

PERFECT PETS

Learn how to draw pets using a variety of mixed media with a focus on pastels and coloured pencils. Workshop will include studies on how to draw pets and will allow students to draw realistically or explore their imagination to create an artwork that they will enjoy making.

WHEN: Saturday 15 April, 9:30am - 1:00pm (5-8 yrs)

1:30 - 5:00pm (9+yrs)

WHERE: Grafton Art Club, 365 Dobie Street Grafton

COST: $70

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artfullyyours.com.au

artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com

Phone: 0409 321 226

Facebook: Artfully Yours

SHADOW PUPPETS

Watch a short Shadow puppet play at the library. Then create your own shadow puppets and theatre using simple materials. You’ll be able to take them home to present your own show!

Suitable for ages 6 and over.

WHEN: Tuesday 18 April, 10:30 - 11:30am

WHERE: Grafton Library

126-144 Pound St, Grafton

COST: FREE - Bookings Essential

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

02 6641 0100

MIXED MEDIA WORKSHOP

What is it that book illustrators do? Join us at Your library to find out. Try your hand at illustrating, using the book, ‘Iceberg’ by Claire Saxby & Jess Racklyeft as inspiration. Experiment with the techniques of wax resist, washes & stamping to see what you can create. For ages 8 and over.

WHEN: Tuesday 18 April, Maclean: 10:30 - 11:30am

Yamba: 2 - 3:00pm

WHERE: Maclean Library

7 Stanley St, Maclean

Yamba Library

45 Wooli St, Yamba

COST: Free - Bookings Essential

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

02 6646 2811

LIVE ‘N’ LOUD

Get on down to the Grafton Library carpark to our all-ages music gig that features local muso’s and bands. Live ‘n’ Loud is a drug and alcohol free event that celebrates Youth Week and great local talent. There’ll be food and drinks, stalls, music and other entertainment.

WHEN: Thursday 20 April, 5 - 9pm

WHERE: Grafton Library 126-144 Pound St, Grafton

COST: FREE - Bookings Essential

INFO &

BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

02 6641 0100

BEAUTIFUL BEASTS

Join us at Iluka library to sculpt some of your very own beautiful beasts using clay, wire, beads, bibs and bobs during this Plunge festival. Suitable for ages 5+.

WHEN: Friday 21 April, 10:30 - 11:30am

WHERE: Iluka Library

Cnr Duke & Micalo Sts, Iluka

COST: FREE - Bookings Essential INFO &

BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

02 6646 6542

WORKSHOPS, EDUCATION & ARTIST TALKS

SHIBORI AND DYEING WITH INDIGO WITH KERRIE BOWLES

Shibori is the technique of folding, wrapping and tying to create beautiful designs in dyed fabrics. You will learn to use beautiful indigo dye – from creating a vat to various ways of creating pattern on cloth, to making a beautiful silk or cotton scarf to take home. Always fun!

WHEN: Saturday 1 April, 9am - 1pm

WHERE: 90 Clarence Street, Cowper

COST: $110

INFO & BOOKINGS: http://cowperartgallery.com

cowpergallery@iinet.net.au

Facebook: @cowperartgallery

Instagram: @cowpergallery

BLACK AND WHITE PERFECTION

Explore the different techniques of mark making using ink pens with the option of using other mixed media to create a strong image. Learn how to incorporates texture, add dimension and fine details to create a life like artworks or an imaginative artwork.

WHEN: Saturday 1 April, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: Grafton Art Club, 365 Dobie Street Grafton

COST: $95

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artfullyyours.com.au

artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com

Phone: 0409 321 226

Facebook: Artfully Yours

MINI FRAMED QUILTS

Come along and make a mini (6 x 6”) stretched frame quilt with Barbie Mitchell. Together will explore layered quilts, piecing, appliqué, embroidery & more. A great introduction to quilting.

Beginners to advanced students are welcome.

WHEN: Saturday 1 April, 9:30am - 2:30pm

WHERE: Hand Stitched Owl Studio, 61 Skinner Street, Gumbaynggirr Country, South Grafton

COST: $60 - All materials included

BOOKINGS: barbie@barbiemitchell.com.au

CONTACT: barbiemitchell.com.au

Instagram: @_barbiemitchell

PORTRAITS FOR TEENAGERS AND ABOVE

This workshop is for the beginner and the more experienced artist. It’s easy... pick a face, draw it (light box available if required) ...Watch demonstration on combining pastels and pencils and then do it. Individual instruction given to assist in colour blending and layering. Lots of fun exploring techniques and artist’s styles.

WHEN: Sunday 2 April, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: Grafton Art Club, 365 Dobie Street Grafton

COST: $95

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artfullyyours.com.au

artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com

Phone: 0409 321 226

Facebook: Artfully Yours

UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL

Join us each Sunday throughout April for a conversation with Clarence Valley creatives. Our Up Close and Personal artist talks present a different artist or creative identity each Sunday and are designed to inform, educate, and inspire. Nibblies are provided and drinks are available.

WHEN: Sunday 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 April, 2:30 - 4pm

WHERE: 5 Coldstream Street, Ulmarra

COST: FREE

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.coldstreamgallery.com.au/ exhibitions-and-events

www.coldstreamgallery.com.au

BOTANICAL PRINT WORKSHOP WITH RETRITUS

Learn the foundational knowledge of botanical printing, focusing on Australian native plant with artist Retritus. Norton Fredericks is a queer Indigenous sustainable fibre artist and workshop facilitator based on Bullongin Country, Gold Coast, who specialises in felt making and botanical dyes.

WHEN: Sunday 2 April, 10:30am - 2:30pm

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: $95 + BF

INFO & BOOKINGS: https://BotanicalPrint_Retritus. eventbrite.com.au

www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook:

@graftonregionalgalleryau

ADULT ART CLASSES

“I always look forward to my weekly art classes with Deb. I have learned so much about working with different techniques and mediums and it is a fun social experience too.“ Learn to see as and artist and develop your drawing skills. Individual lessons available too.

WHEN: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 6 - 7:30pm

WHERE: Grafton Art Club, 365 Dobie Street Grafton

COST: Casual lessons $28

10 Lessons for $23 each (includes $3 hall fee), Individual lessons $40 per hour.

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artfullyyours.com.au

artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com

Phone: 0409 321 226

Facebook: Artfully Yours

INTRODUCING AMPLIFY AND TRANSCRIBING IN TROVE

Are you interested in delving into the past of the Clarence Valley? April is the perfect opportunity to connect with the history of our local area – we are celebrating both Plunge and the heritage festival. Come along to Grafton Library to find out how you can help make our history more accessible!

WHEN: Tuesday 4 April, 10:30am - 12:30pm

WHERE: Grafton Library

126-144 Pound St, Grafton

COST: FREE - Bookings Essential

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

(02) 6641 0100

PRACTICE 101: PROFILE BASICS

Join Arts Northern Rivers for a professional development workshop for creatives. The session will provide support with writing an artist statement, biography and CV and is for all creative art forms.

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council for the Arts, its arts funding and advisory body.

WHEN: Wednesday 5 April, 3 - 5pm

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: FREE

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artsnorthernrivers.com.au/ projects/practice-101

www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

REVERSE PIANO HINGE BOOKBINDING WORKSHOP

Come and join our resident Bookbinder Monique to learn how to create beautiful books with paper gift bags & shopping bags. Bring your collection of paper gift bags, or use ours and learn the paper folding and gluing techniques required for producing handmade sustainable books. A workshop suitable for adult beginners.

WHEN: Thursday 6 April, 1 - 4:00pm

WHERE: Grafton Library

126-144 Pound St, Grafton

COST: FREE - Bookings Essential

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

(02) 6641 0100

for all things

arts + culture

artist respite program

Artists in recovery who have been affected by natural disasters in the Northern Rivers region are invited to apply for a free respite at the Grafton Regional Gallery.

Accommodation and studio space is available for up to one week to create, or to simply rest.

artsnorthernrivers.com.au/project/artist-respite

W R I T I NG C OM PET I T I ON

Calling all storytellers. Our 2023 writing competition is now open. If you live in the Clarence Valley, why not enter a story? The top stories will be published in the 2023 edition of Stories from the Clarence Valley. The deadline for all stories is June 1, 11pm.

THEME FOR 2023:

GR O W

CATEGORIES:

O PEN

FICTION AND CREATIVE

NON-FICTION STORIES, UP TO 2500 WORDS

H I G H

S C HO OL

YEAR 7-12, UP TO 500 WORDS

For more information visit our facebook page, @cvshortstories, or www.thelongwayhomestories.com

P R I M A RY

S C HO OL

YEAR 1-6, UP TO 150 WORDS

KOKEDAMA WORKSHOP

Kokedama, (translation moss ball) is a form of bonsai originating from Japan and is the art of creating and displaying potless plants using moss and twine. Please note: This activity requires strong hands, coordination & fine motor skills. This is a messy activity, where we handle mud, moss and other similar materials. Ages 12+ only.

WHEN: Tuesday 11 April, 10am - 12noon

WHERE: Yamba Library 45 Wooli St, Yamba

COST: Free - Bookings Essential

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

02 6646 2811

PAPERMAKING WITH YVONNE LEDINGHAM

This workshop focuses on making cards, simple tiny books and small artworks featuring plant fibres, along with methods to add texture. Yvonne will demonstrate different effects, including the rare technique of pulp painting. Participants will make notepaper size sheets of paper and embellish these whilst learning to embed decorative materials.

WHEN: Saturday 15 April, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: 90 Clarence Street, Cowper

COST: $150

INFO: www.cowperartgallery.com

cowpergallery@iinet.net.au

Facebook: @Cowperartgallery

Instagram: @cowpergallery

ILUKA EMPORIUM PRESENTS: PAPER PLAY

Small artworks will be playfully created by delving into a diverse array of methods and a wide variety of recycled paper materials to form a book. (Suitable for those aged 14 +).

WHEN: Saturday 15 April, 1pm - 4pm

WHERE: ESK Studios, 67 Charles Street Iluka

COST: FREE

INFO & BOOKINGS: ilukaemporiumworkshops@ gmail.com

www.ilukaemporium.com

0402 330 244 or 0423 967 431

Facebook: @ilukaemporium

COLLAGE WORKSHOP WITH C&J STRUTT

Twin sisters, musicians, synesthetes, artists and designers, The Strutt Sisters host a collage workshop at Grafton Regional Gallery.

WHEN: Saturday 15 April, 10:30am

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: $95 + BF

INFO & BOOKINGS: https://STRUTTSISTERS_ WORKSHOP.eventbrite.com.au

www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook:

@graftonregionalgalleryau

FREYDOESNUDES

Ladies, it’s time to celebrate your body in colours at this boozy event! Grab your gals, doll yourself up and come down for a paint and sip style event with a twist. Instead of painting Frida Kahlo, a sunset landscape or flower pot plant ...you’ll be painting your spicy self!

WHEN: Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 April, 1pm each day

WHERE: Hand Stitched Owl Studio, 61 Skinner Street, Gumbaynggirr Country, South Grafton

COST: $99

BOOKINGS: https://linktr.ee/ freyahmitchellhowland

Instagram: @freydoesnudes

email: freyahhowland@icloud.com

0402 962 470

ARTIST TALK: BETWEEN THE LINES

Join us for a morning with our artists as they discuss their work in our exhibition. Listen to the inspiration behind the formation of this exhibition and how the artists developed their ideas and artwork. There will be a formal talk and time for audience questions. Morning tea available.

WHEN: Sunday 16 April, 11am

WHERE: 90 Clarence Street, Cowper

COST: FREE

INFO: www.cowperartgallery.com

Facebook: @Cowperartgallery

Instagram: @cowpergallery

FEATHERED FRIENDS

Learn how to draw birds using a variety of mixed media with a focus on pastels and coloured pencils. Workshop will include studies on how to draw birds and will allow students to draw realistically or explore their imagination to create an artwork that they will enjoy making.

WHEN: Sunday 16 April, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: Grafton Art Club, 365 Dobie Street Grafton

COST: $95

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.artfullyyours.com.au

artfullyyoursdeborah@gmail.com

Phone: 0409 321 226

Facebook: Artfully Yours

REGENER8: A CREATIVE & RESTORATIVE JOURNEY

Join us for a magical morning of forest meditation, nature connection and deep relaxation, drawing inspiration to create your vision of a more just and regenerative culture. Bring your journal, art materials, and an open heart.

WHEN: Sunday 16 April, 9:30am - 12:30pm

WHERE: Jagera EcoCommunity 1A Hoschkes Lane, Maclean COST: $20-$30

INFO & BOOKINGS: https://events.humanitix.com/ regener8

www.ecocommunity.org.au

@foresthaven11

Pete Cuming 0418 587 773

PAPER MAKING MAGIC

Learn to make your own A4 size paper from scratch using recycled paper materials. Add colour and organic materials to your paper to make it magic. Ages 15yrs and above. Max. 8 participants.

WHEN: Wednesday 19 April, 1pm - 4:30pm

WHERE: Yamba Community Hall

45 Wooli St, Yamba

COST: $120 Includes all materials and afternoon tea provided.

INFO &

BOOKINGS: Artist educator, Kerrie Speirs kerriespeirsart@gmail.com

0448 600 388

DRAWING FROM LIFE SOIREE

Draw a live model during a relaxed session to music with Linda. No experience necessary. You will be guided through some warm up exercises and encouraged to draw what you see. Pastels and charcoal will be available for you to explore on paper. A glass of bubbles and nibbles on arrival.

WHEN: Thursday 20 April, 5 - 8pm

WHERE: Scribbling Barefoot Studio

27 Micalo St, Iluka

COST: $50 all inclusive

INFO & BOOKINGS: artistinthebush@gmail.com

0402330244

www.lindafrylinkanderson.com

Facebook: @lindafrylink

ILUKA EMPORIUM PRESENTS: CREATIVE WRITING COURSE

A creative writing course with Melinda Smotlak for participants to discuss their composition ideas and to explore a range of ways to develop their response to creative components of the HSC English courses. Ideal for extension 1 & 2 English (Also Open to all adults).

WHEN: Friday 21 April, (& Friday 14 July), 9am - 1pm (plus Online follow up)

WHERE: Iluka Library Cnr Duke & Micalo Sts, Iluka

COST: FREE

INFO & ilukaemporiumworkshops

BOOKINGS: @gmail.com

www.ilukaemporium.com 0402 330 244 or 0423 967 431

Facebook: @ilukaemporium

INTRO TO ENAMELLING ON JEWELLERY WITH MICHELLE WALKER

Join us as we explore the basics of dry enamelling using a variety of techniques. These include sifting, counter-enamelling, stencilling and other decorative methods to create a colourful enamel pendant and set of earrings. During the class you will also be introduced to vitreous kiln-fired enamelling. Suitable for beginners.

WHEN: Saturday 22 April, 10am - 4pm

WHERE: 90 Clarence Street, Cowper

COST: $150.00 plus materials cost of $30.00

INFO: www.cowperartgallery.com

cowpergallery@iinet.net.au

Facebook: @Cowperartgallery

Instagram: @cowpergallery

QUILTED REVERSIBLE VEST WORKSHOP

Spend two days with Christine Mitchell at Hand Stitched Owl learning how to make a quilted reversible jacket. Beginners are welcome although some sewing experience is necessary.

WHEN: Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 April, 9:30am - 2:30pm each day

WHERE: Hand Stitched Owl Studio, 61 Skinner Street, Gumbaynggirr Country, South Grafton

COST: $120

BOOKINGS: handstitchedowl@gmail.com

CONTACT: Christineatquiltlove@hotmail.com

0435457108

Instagram: @christine_mitchell_hsostudio

AN EAR TO THE GROUNDMETAPHOR AND NATURE

This creative writing workshop involves listening to nature and finding metaphors for our lives. Sensitising exercises inside and out aim to move body and soul into writing. Leslie Ford and Renate Millonig are performers and experienced workshop facilitators living in the Northern Rivers Region.

WHEN: Saturday 22 April, 10am - 12noon

WHERE: Wooloweyah Hall, 83 Lakes Blvd, Wooloweyah

COST: $30 and $15 concession

INFO & BOOKINGS: 0408 806 468

renatecoolum@gmail.com

Facebook: @renate.millonig.3

THE PATH: PROJECT DEVELOPMENT WITH DR KELLIE O’DEMPSEY

The Path is both a workshop and mentorship that guides artists through concept and production development of a body of work over 2 intensive weekend workshops, individual consultations, critiques and talks from artists and industry professionals. This facilitated process assists artists to prepare, strategise and design a professional path towards future projects for their work.

WHEN: Saturday 22 April

Sunday 23 April

Saturday 29 April

Sunday 30 April 10am - 3pm. Bring your own lunch and refreshments.

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: $100

BOOKINGS: Contact gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au for an expression of interest form

ARTIST TALK - DR NICOLA HOOPER ON ZOONOSES

GRG is proud to present ZOONOSES, a major touring exhibition showcasing artworks by Dr Nicola Hooper. Dr Nicola Hooper has taken the darker side of nature and turned it into exquisite, thought-provoking art.

WHEN: Sunday 23 April, 11am

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: Entry by donation

INFO: https://ZOONOSES_ArtistTalk. eventbrite.com.au

www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au

Facebook:

@graftonregionalgalleryau

ZOONOSES - POLYESTER PLATE LITHOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

Dr Nicola Hooper will be presenting a Polyester Plate Lithography WorkshopThrough drawing and lithography, Nicola uses fairy-tale iconology and rhymes to explore concepts surrounding zoonoses (animal diseases that can infect humans) and how we perceive certain animals in the context of fear and disease.

WHEN: Sunday 23 April, 1pm - 4pm

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: $40 +BF

INFO & BOOKINGS: https://ZOONOSESWorkshop. eventbrite.com.au

Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

BEESWAX CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP

Join us at Grafton Library this plunge to discover everything there is to know about bees, beeswax, candle rolling and much more! This workshop is being facilitated by Coffs Beekeeping Supplies. Suitable for teens and adults. Spots are limited so book in quick to secure your spot.

WHEN: Wednesday 26 April, 10:30 - 11:30am

WHERE: Grafton Library 126-144 Pound St, Grafton

COST: FREE - Bookings Essential INFO & BOOKINGS: www.crl.nsw.gov.au

libraryevents@clarence.nsw.gov.au

02 6641 0100

WALK & TALK AT GRG

Want to meet people who share an interest in art and culture? Come and spend the morning in an inclusive environment, where you’ll find inspiration to make a connection with art and culture.

WHEN: Thursday 27 April, 10:30am - 11:15am

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: $5 per head + BF

INFO: https://Walk_and_Talk_GRG. eventbrite.com.au

www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

MINDFUL MINI QUILTING

Switch on, tune in and learn to sew mindfully. Make a mini quilt with minimal equipment and chill out for a while. Beginners and experienced sewists equally welcome.

WHEN: Saturday 29 April, 10am - 1pm

WHERE: Hand Stitched Owl Studio, 61 Skinner Street, Gumbaynggirr Country, South Grafton

COST: $20 includes everything you’ll need for the project.

INFO & BOOKINGS: www.antonyperring.com/ shop/workshop

@antonyperringmadeinyamba

SEEING NATURE WITH NEW EYES

Come on a gentle walk in the beautiful area around Wooloweyah Hall and allow your experience of nature to inspire intuition, creative writing, and mark making. Paulina Heart and Renate Millonig are performers and experienced workshop facilitators living in the Northern Rivers Region.

WHEN: Saturday 29 April, 10am - 12noon

WHERE: Wooloweyah Hall, 83 Lakes Blvd, Wooloweyah

COST: $30 and $15 concession

INFO &

BOOKINGS: 0408 806 468

renatecoolum@gmail.com

Facebook: @renate.millonig.3

COLOUR CONFIDENCE WITH KERRIE BOWLES

If you struggle with mixing paint and often create ‘mud’ this workshop is for you! We’ll be doing a deep dive into understanding how paints work, use colours confidently, simplify your paint choices to create any colour you desire (save money!), and work with colour to create successful, confident palettes.

WHEN: Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 April, 10am - 4pm each day

WHERE: 90 Clarence Street, Cowper

COST: $300

INFO: www.cowperartgallery.com

cowpergallery@iinet.net.au

Facebook: @Cowperartgallery

Instagram: @cowpergallery

ARTIST TALK - FIRST NATIONS CURATOR – DEBORAH TAYLOR

Join Gumbaynggirr and Bundjalung Artist Debby Taylor to hear her speak about her curation of the GRG Collection exhibition currently on show.

WHEN: Sunday 30 April, 11am

WHERE: Grafton Regional Gallery

158 Fitzroy St, Grafton

COST: Entry by donation

INFO: www.ArtistTalk_DebbyTaylor. eventbrite.com.au

www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au

Facebook: @graftonregionalgalleryau

MACRAME WORKSHOP

The Iluka Emporium proudly presents free workshops through the Stronger Country Communities Fund. The grant will include free macrame and fibre art workshops hosted by Jac from Bonnie Bide Fibre Art. This fantastic opportunity is available to Clarence Valley residents.

WHEN: Sunday 7 May, 10am

WHERE: Ferry Park Art Gallery, 5287 Big River Way, Maclean

COST: FREE INFO & BOOKINGS: More dates to be released. Register your interest at www.bonniebide.com

Facebook & Instagram: @bonniebide

@iluka.emporium

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IF YOU ARE A VISUAL ARTIST, MUSICIAN, PERFORMER, CREATIVE WORKSHOP PROVIDER, DANCER OR PRACTICE ANY OTHER ART AND CULTURE ACTIVITY AND WANT TO BE A PART OF PLUNGE 2023, REGISTER YOUR INTEREST BY EMAILING:

PLUNGE@CLARENCE.NSW.GOV.AU

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT PLUNGE GO TO:

CLARENCE.NSW.GOV.AU/PLUNGE