Fremantle Arts Centre What's On Oct-Dec 2016 by Fremantle Arts Centre

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about fremantle arts centre One of Australia’s finest arts centres, FAC is housed within an iconic heritage building and beautiful grounds. Visit for free exhibitions, an expansive live music program, special events, art courses, a shop selling the finest WA-designed wares and an idyllic cafe. Free wifi. Open 7 days.

director’s welcome Fremantle Arts Centre’s summer program superbly demonstrates FAC’s commitment to our many audiences, our local community and to artists with a program that is varied and high quality. We are pleased to be one of Fremantle Festival’s key venues and presenting 10 performances over 10 days as part of the excellent reinvigorated local festival. Our annual Sonic Session offers an intimate experience of the legendary Mick Harvey in conversation and performance with Lucky Oceans, meanwhile the hilarious contemporary Australian cabaret act, Die Roten Punkte, are presented in the Front Garden. Our Artist in Residency program continues to support local, interstate and international artists, with our current group including two artists from Japan and one from the USA. FAC is coordinating three trips with selected tutors to groups of remote WA Aboriginal Arts Centres as a follow up to Revealed, the state government’s annual program for new and emerging Aboriginal artists, which we presented in April this year. Our new courses program for little children Under 5 has been very successful and our new PC lab means we are now teaching digital art making, animation and photographic skills to larger class groups. Of course two FAC favourites, Sunday Music and our Christmas Bazaar return for another year. There is plenty to enjoy and I hope we see you numerous times at FAC this summer. Jim Cathcart Director, Fremantle Arts Centre

1 Finnerty Street Fremantle fac.org.au | 9432 9555

Fremantle Arts Centre is supported by the State Government through the Department of Culture and the Arts.

Disclaimer: all details in What’s On are correct at time of printing and © Fremantle Arts Centre. This programme is available on FAC’s website and can be requested in alternative formats such as large print, electronic, hard copy, audio or braille.

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visual arts Light Geist................................................... 2 Frank Norton: Painter and Collector............................ 4 Artist Talk.................................................... 6 Exhibitions Closing Soon.....................7 Artists in Residence ............................18 The Moores Building ...........................20

events The Beat Generation.............................. 8 Die Roten Punkte.................................... 9 Fremantle Festival................................10 Mick Harvey.............................................14 Sunday Music..........................................16

frank offbeat norton p8 p4

mick harvey p14

courses Little Kids..................................................22 Kids...............................................................24 Adults..........................................................26 News............................................................28 Night............................................................29 Weekend & Daytime............................32 FOUND at FAC..........................................46 Visit Us....................................................... 47 Map...............................................................48 Bazaar.........................................................49

sunday the beat music generation p8

die roten punkte p9

bazaardirect waapa p11 p49 Images from top: Ella Barclay, Ebb, 2012-13, Looped video, acrylic tank, water, mist, copper, electronics, 240 x 80 x 20 cm. Photo by Jamie North. Unknown photographer, Frank Norton, Rockingham, c1960, courtesy Estate of Frank Norton. Scene from The Subterraneans movie, 1960. Photo by John Springer Collection/CORBIS/Corbis via Getty Images

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Opening Fri 18 Nov | 6:30pm | Free Exhibition Runs Sat 19 Nov – Sun 22 Jan 2017 Light Geist celebrates the enveloping and entrancing power of video projection with fiery landscapes, glowing vats of mist and intricate projection mapping. Featuring new commissions by four leading Australian artists, Light Geist challenges the notion that video projection is a flat cinematic experience and explores the potential interplay between surface and projected image. Award-winning media artist Sohan Ariel Hayes (WA) and senior Martu artist Ngamaru Bidu (WA) will transform Bidu’s mesmerising paintings of the Martu’s fire burning regimes in the Western Desert into an absorbing three-dimensional painting. Her animated country will engulf viewers as it is projected onto the floor and walls of FAC’s Main Gallery, moving and blazing around them. In FAC’s darkened hallway, leading contemporary artist Ella Barclay (NSW) will project onto vapour rising from a suspended tank. These mysterious, ghostly works speak of spectral encounters and point to the ethereal nature of digital data and the alchemic transformation of ideas into matter. Perth-based musician and artist Sam Price, otherwise known as NAIK, will use projection to map an intricate and pulsing environment onto a foam structure filling Gallery 3. This glowing, digitised landscape is interrupted by data glitches and distortions, as Price’s installation wrestles with notions of human perception and memory in the age of continual digital augmentation and reproduction. This show has been curated by FAC’s Exhibitions and Special Projects Coordinator Erin Coates.

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SAT 19 NOV | 11AM | FREE | P6

Image: Ella Barclay, Ebb, 2012-13, Looped video, acrylic tank, water, mist, copper, electronics, 240 x 80 x 20 cm. Photo by Jamie North

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Opening Fri 18 Nov | 6:30pm | Free Exhibition Runs Sat 19 Nov – Sun 22 Jan 2017 The City of Fremantle Art Collection presents an expansive retrospective exhibition which casts an eye into the extraordinary life of Frank Norton (1916-1983). A significant figure in the WA art scene, Norton was the first Official War Artist for the Royal Australian Navy and went on to become the Director of the Art Gallery of WA for 18 years (1958-1976). Known as a painter of ships, Norton was a practical administrator not afraid of controversy. He worked tirelessly to herald a new era for the Art Gallery, establishing a collection of Aboriginal art and a new gallery as the centrepiece of the Perth Cultural Centre. Simultaneously he was forging a uniquely successful painting and design practice from his gallery office. Frank Norton: Painter and Collector will showcase examples of his renowned paintings, drawings and prints of maritime subjects, with a strong focus upon Fremantle. The works will be drawn from the City’s Collection as well as private, corporate and public collections from around Australia.

The City of Fremantle Art Collection, established in 1958, is the largest municipal collection in WA with over 1400 works. The Collection’s focus on Fremantle artists and Australian prints celebrates the enduring importance of the visual arts to Fremantle. Image: Unknown photographer, Frank Norton, Rockingham, c1960, courtesy Estate of Frank Norton

artist talk Sat 19 Nov | 11am | Main Gallery | Free Join prominent Australian artists Sohan Ariel Hayes, Ngamaru Bidu, Ella Barclay and Sam Price as they lead a tour of their exhibition Light Geist (p2), alongside curator Erin Coates. The artists, chosen for their unique use of technology and new media, will discuss the translation of their ideas into a set of light-based installations. Images: Ngamaru Bidu and Sohan Ariel Hayes, The animated paintings of Ngamaru Bidu, 2016, production still from 4 channel digital projection

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supported by little creatures brewing Don’t miss the highlight of FAC’s exhibition calendar, presenting the best prints and artists' books from across the nation. This premier showcase celebrates classical printmaking while simultaneously embracing cutting-edge interpretations of the medium.

a room without a view (extended) Gosia Wlodarczak is one of Australia’s most prominent artists and her works are showcased across two exhibitions showing side by side. In A Room Without a View (Extended) see the results of a three-week endurance performance in which she drew on the walls of the gallery.

many happy landings This expansive survey exhibition investigates the digital print practice of Gosia Wlodarczak. Presented by the City of Fremantle Art Collection, the show features prints, animated sound drawings and a new work made in response to a Collection print by Lidia Groblicka (1933-2012).

Images: Gosia Wlodarczak, A Room Without A View, 2013, a 17-day drawing performance in isolation and a drawing installation inside the specially constructed cube at the RMIT Gallery, Melbourne. Pigment pen on wall. Installation dimensions: 340 x 220 x 260 cm. Photo by Longin Sarnecki. Image courtesy of the artist, RMIT Gallery Melbourne and Museum of Contemporary Art Sydney. Gosia Wlodarczak, Another Happy Landing after Groblicka, 2016, digital photocollage archival inkjet print, 41 x 43cm. Image courtesy of the artist

Wed 12 – Sun 16 Oct | sessions 7:30pm, 7:45pm, 8pm | Bar Open | Tickets $25 from fac.org.au Please arrive 10mins prior to start time | Promenade performance | Running time: 60mins At the end of World War II a group of young American university students felt alienated by society's stifling conventionality and rampant materialism. With Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg and William S. Burroughs at its core, the Beat Generation expressed their anti-establishment attitudes through their dress, lifestyle and art, developing a reputation as new bohemian hedonists. They fashioned a literature that was bold, straightforward and expressive. For five nights only, this new production features WAAPA's Third Year Acting students collaborating with Third Year Jazz Students, to explore the cultural impact of this highly influential movement. Presenting a series of vignettes, The Beat Generation is an intimate, group-devised promenade performance through the rooms and studios of FAC. Personnel: Director – Andrew Lewis Dramaturg – Reg Cribb Performers – Third Year Acting Students and Jazz Students Image: Scene from The Subterraneans movie, 1960. Photo by John Springer Collection/CORBIS/Corbis via Getty Images

Fremantle Festival is a fully curated arts festival highlighting Fremantle’s vibrant culture. The ten-day program is packed with more than 40 top-class art, music and theatre events. As a key venue FAC is presenting free and ticketed shows throughout the festival.

wardarnji Fri 28 Oct | Doors 5:30pm | Show 6:30pm South Lawn | Free Kicking off Fremantle Festival this year, Wardarnji is a dynamic and unique celebration of Indigenous Australian culture. Appreciate our place together through Nyoongar song, dance and storytelling as the fires burn into the evening. Bring your picnic rugs and chairs and get a good spot on the South Lawn to celebrate some of the oldest songs, dances and language in the world.

bernard fanning Sat 29 Oct | 6–10pm | South Lawn Tickets $71.10 | 18+ Bernard Fanning is one of Australia’s finest songwriters and lyricists. To celebrate the release of his third solo LP Civil Dusk, Fanning is excited to return to FAC as part of the Fremantle Festival. He will showcase new songs alongside some old favourites from his extensive song book spanning 25 years. He’s supported by Dustin Tebbutt & Ainslie Wills.

ensemble vagabond – cell room recital

st george’s cathedral choir present eternal light

Mon 31 Oct | Doors 7:30pm | Show 8pm Cell Room | Tickets $29 | 18+

In residence at UWA School of Music, Ensemble Vagabond is Australia’s newest chamber ensemble and they’re already garnering an impressive national profile. They smash the boundaries of chamber music in this unique concert performed for a limited audience of 50 in the old Cell Room. In a program that explores solo works alongside ensemble masterpieces, engage in sound realms that literally challenge our perceptions of time and space. Berio’s Opus Zoo (for speaker and wind quintet) and Latvian composer Peteris Vasks' 1977 Music for a deceased friend will be amongst the portals that will bridge the aural arcs in this intimate cell room recital. Ensemble members – Emily Clements, Adam Mikulicz, Julia Brooke, Ashley Smith, Peter Facer

Eternal Light celebrates the transcendental beauty of the finest works of western sacred choral music across the centuries. The program includes Allegri’s stunning Misere (1616), Aaron Copland’s In the Beginning (1947) and Morten Lauridsen’s thrilling Lux Aeterna (1997). Presented outdoors in the magical Inner Courtyard with guest soloist Sara Macliver, Eternal Light will be a transporting experience of rare quality. Guest soloist – Sara Macliver Conductor – Joseph Nolan

fremantle press turns 40 Wed 2 Nov | 6pm | Front Garden | Free As the original home of Fremante Press and a champion of WA writing, FAC is delighted to host its 40th birthday. Celebrate the anniversary and announcement of this year’s winner of the City of Fremantle T.A.G. Hungerford Award, WA’s most prestigious prize for unpublished manuscripts. With music by Dave Warner and readings by WA’s best storytellers, don’t miss this special event marking four decades of great local stories. This event is sponsored by Lotterywest, City of Fremantle, Fremantle Arts Centre, Wesfarmers, Fremantle Library and The West Australian.

from argentina to australia – fremantle chamber 0rchestra Thu 3 Nov | Doors 7pm | Show 8pm Front Garden | Free Virtuoso violinist Alexandre da Costa (soloist and conductor) and the Fremantle Chamber Orchestra present a delightful program for everyone to enjoy, including Four Seasons by Argentinian Tango and Jazz composer Astor Piazzolla, a new work by WA composer Duncan Gardiner, Australian composer Richard Meale’s magic Cantilena Pacifica and some well-known tunes from the turn of the century.

last train to freo featuring the stems Fri 4 Nov | 6–10pm | Front Garden Tickets $39 | 18+ They’re garage, they’re pop, they are… The STEMS! One of Perth’s most popular and iconic rock bands, they’re making an impressive return to the live scene with rare performances. Catch The Stems as they ride the wave all the way to the shore with a new line up consisting of founding members Dom Mariani, Julian Matthews and Dave Shaw with Ashley Naylor on guitar and vocals. They’ll be joined in this special event by iconic bands, The Never Never and The Neptunes.

timothy nelson album launch Sat 5 Nov | 6–10pm | Inner Courtyard Tickets $25 | 18+ Timothy Nelson is a ranga ‘fro with talent to burn. He is one of Perth’s most highly regarded musos and plays with acts The Kill Devil Hills and High Horse. He has been hard at work on his debut solo album Words Like Young, featuring some of his most personal work to date. He launches the record with a new band and special guests in tow.

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Mick Harvey is a revered figure in Australian music. The multiinstrumentalist is best known for his connection with Nick Cave, playing a pivotal role in the Cave-fronted bands Boys Next Door, Birthday Party and the Bad Seeds. He is also a long-time producer and band member for PJ Harvey. On his own, he’s composed music for a number of films and has been translating iconic French singer-songwriter Serge Gainsbourg’s songs into English over the last 20 years.

sonic sessions Wed 23 Nov | Inner Courtyard | Doors 7pm | Show 8pm Seated Outdoor Event | 18+ | Bar Open Tickets $51 from fac.org.au Sonic Sessions is FAC’s annual concert series which sees leading Australian songwriters sit down with Grammy award winning musician Lucky Oceans for an evening of music and conversation. Mick Harvey will join Lucky Oceans to tell the stories behind some of his most famous songs and fascinating side projects.

intoxicated man – the songs of serge gainsbourg Thu 24 Nov | Front Garden | Doors 6:30pm Show 7:30pm | Seated Outdoor Event | 18+ | Bar Open Tickets $51 from fac.org.au Over 20 years Mick Harvey has been translating the songs of French singer-songwriter Serge Gainsbourg into English, with the fourth album Intoxicated Women due to be released in November. Admired for his subversively witty and well-arranged records, Gainsbourg is considered one of the most important and influential figures of popular music in France and around the world. In his translations, Harvey has revealed the clever and often provocative nature of Gainsbourg’s work to non-French speakers. Performing with a full band, string section and guest vocalists, Harvey will perform tracks from the latest album plus favourites from the previous three volumes, Intoxicated Man, Pink Elephants and Delirium Tremens. Rarely performed live, don’t miss this opportunity to see a master musician’s interpretations of a legend's work.

– The Guardian, Australia, Mofo festival, Hobart

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Enjoy free performances by leading local and touring acts every Sunday throughout summer in Fremantle Arts Centre's idyllic Front Garden

2 Oct: Celebrate the start of Sunday Music with Grace Barbé’s (WA) energetic fusion of tropical island rhythms with African percussion, jazz, pop, reggae and rock. 9 Oct: Mo Wilson and The Drivers (WA) feature some of WA’s best musicians. Don’t miss the kings of lounge rock as they emerge for a rare show. 16 Oct: Ladywood (WA) are lighting up the local soul scene with their flawless musicianship and powerful vocals. Opening is Fremantle songwriter Elli Schoen (WA), known for her raw lyrics and strong stage presence. 23 Oct: Stoney Joe (WA) present their mix of folktronica and swaggering western harmonies, performed on a dizzying array of traditional and modern instruments. First up are the country guitar tones and pedal steel licks of Ralway Bell (WA). 30 Oct: David Craft (WA) will draw you in with his rich velvet baritone, compelling storytelling and intricate arrangements. Craft will be joined by playful pop songstress Stella Donnelly (WA).

6 Nov: Best known as the voice of ARIA Award-winning folk-rockers The Audreys, Taasha Coates (VIC) brings her new solo material to FAC. Backed by Her Melancholy Sweethearts, enjoy tunes from this alt-country darling. 13 Nov: The Company (QLD) are a masterclass in bluegrass with their crisp sounds and highenergy melodies. Sit back for some wry humour and genre-defying musical virtuosity. 20 Nov: Billie Rogers & The Country Gentlemen (WA) are local Fremantle favourites who will charm you with their soulful country sounds. Having lived and breathed music from an early age, hear Rogers’ eclectic mix of soul, reggae, blues, rock and country influences.

4 Dec: Bazaar – No Sunday Music. Join us for FAC's annual Christmas market. See p49 for details 11 Dec: Luke Dux and Atomic Lunchbox (WA) sees this WAM Award-winner perform stripped back, acoustic versions of his extensive catalogue of solo tunes. Joined by a line up of talented musicians, be captivated by his moody lowdown blues style and intricate guitar work. 18 Dec: Liz Stringer (VIC) has earned a reputation as one of Australia’s most respected songwriters. Discover her powerful live performance and emotive songwriting firsthand. 25 Dec: Christmas Day – No Sunday Music

27 Nov: WA Youth Jazz Orchestra (WA) bring three of their ensembles for an extended three-hour Sunday Music starting at 1pm. See The Monday Night Orchestra, The Tuesday Night Orchestra and The Wednesday Night Orchestra in an afternoon of jazz favourites. Extended show 1–4pm

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artists in residence With 11 studios and a residential apartment, FACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Artist in Residence Program attracts local, national and international artists who are developing their practice or making new work for exhibition.

Manabu Kanai (JPN) is attempting to develop an independent art form by simultaneously working across and investigating the connections between several different mediums. Studio 1

Danni McGrath (WA) will work with the local Perth arts community to produce and distribute a daily screenprinted newspaper, exploring ideas around media ownership. Studio 4

Ruth Johnstone (VIC) is documenting local weeds, exotic species and indigenous plants through watercolours and archiving, while using the life of weeds as an analogy for migration. Studio 2

Claire Krouzecky (USA) will develop a new body of work utilising drawing, alternative photographic techniques and site-specific installation. Room 4

Neridah Stockley (NT) will develop a number of mixed-media works to be used as a reference for a later series of paintings. Studio 2 Greg Barr (WA) takes cues from his family, his Nyoongar Ballardong heritage, WA fauna and the Fremantle Dockers to develop a new series of mixed-media works for his solo exhibition at the Moores Building Contemporary Art Gallery in 2017. Studio 3

Hiroshi Kaboyashi (JPN) continues his ongoing exploration of symbols and systems, working monochromatically with acrylic on canvas to paint dolls in unexpected combinations with indigenous insects and landscapes. Studio 5 Emily Hornum (WA) works across photography, new media and installation, and is investigating family archives and memory to create immersive installations that blur the boundaries between old and new media. Studio 6

Den Scher (WA) explores the ethics of food production practices, water and fuel accessibility, and other issues confronting remote and rural Australians, while researching and reconsidering the traditional book format and the boundaries of text as a visual communication medium. Studio 7

The current Moores Studio artists are Clyde McGill (WA) and Kathy Allam (WA).

Tessa Beale (WA) creates transitional works across the media of metal, print and drawing, exploring ideas of transformation. Studio 8

Images from top left: Claire Krouzecky, Light Inches, 2015, silkscreen, 41 x 58 cm. Neridah Stockley, One House Two House, 2016, oil on board, 500 Ă&#x2014; 400mm. Ruth Johnstone, Weed Census, 2015, mixed media, dimensions variable. Claire Krouzecky, In(side)out, 2011, mixed media installation (rear view), dimensions variable

Andrew Sunley Smith (WA) will continue to develop a series of sculpted forms, films and drawings created and formed through constant velocity. Studio 9 Iain Dean (WA) is producing a new body of work concerned with the potential of the artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hands in an age where industrial production and digital imagery far outpace the production capabilities of any individual. Ceramics Studio

For further enquiries about the FAC AIR program or Moores Studio program, contact Bevan Honey at bevanh@fremantle.wa.gov.au

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The Moores Building Contemporary Art Gallery is a City of Fremantle facility that promotes a wide range of art by providing low-cost gallery and project spaces in Fremantle’s historic West End.

the moores building 8 – 23 OCT | OPENING FRI 7 OCT | 6PM Curious Intimacies is an exhibition of works on paper by Robert Ewing. His intriguing landscapes hint at former histories, evoking a sense of the familiar and the unknown.

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As part of Fremantle Festival, Feet First Collective presents Frankenstein: Some Assembly Required, an art exhibition by day and immersive theatre experience by night. Descend into a world of creation and destruction in this re-imagining of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Venture through the historic spaces of Fremantle’s iconic Moores Building and become part of this interactive gothic tale. Tickets from fremantlefestival.oztix.com.au

12 – 20 NOV | OPENING FRI 11 NOV | 6PM

46 Henry Street Fremantle WA 10am–4pm 7 days Contact: 08 9432 9898 richiek@fremantle.wa.gov.au Managed by Fremantle Arts Centre Moore & Moore Café 8am–4pm 7 days

SHOTS is a group exhibition of contemporary photography curated by Rick Bawden that explores the medium's diversity.

26 NOV – 11 DEC | OPENING FRI 25 NOV | 6PM The things that make me different features paintings by five local artists, Jaquelin Penton, Margaret Fane, Tracy Knowles-Sherry, Craig Soulsby and Angilene Phoinix, as they investigate questions of identity.

Images from top left: Performer Zoe Hollyoak of Frankenstein: Some Assembly Required, Image by Joseph Dennis. Craig Soulsby, Silk, 2016, oil on canvas, 120 x 120cm. Robert Ewing, Monument to a new world order., 2016, coloured pencil on cotton paper, 29.7cm X 21cm. Robert Ewing, Contrary, 2016, coloured pencil on cotton paper, 21 X 21 cm

explore, play, create FAC has a new program of classes specifically for children under five. Presented in four-week blocks, each program will explore different themes, mediums and artistic styles and children will undertake a variety of activities to encourage exploration, play and creativity. “Absolutely fantastic! All tasks were well organised and age appropriate. Really well supervised and supported by the tutor.” “Very fun. Lots of cool stuff and materials.” “A lovely experience, I’ve been looking for something like this for a while.”

adult art cou nights | weekdays | weekends beginners–Advanced ENROLMENT DATES Members from 12 Sept Non-members from 19 Sept ENROL AT FAC.ORG.AU OR 9432 9555

TERM 4 DATES 15 Oct – 16 Dec

= Beginners = Intermediate = Advanced Image: Jewellery tutor Jill Parnell (second from right) with students from the Wednesday afternoon Enamelling and Beadmaking class (p39)

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PHOTOSHOP ILLUSTRATION We’ve got our first Digital Media courses kicking off this summer! With a brand new computer lab installed, we’re looking forward to hosting a series of digital media workshops. To start, artist Shane Tholen will be delving into the art of digital drawing and illustration (p31 ). Learn technical skills in Photoshop and discover how to create, manipulate and enhance images.

GLAZING CERAMICS Extend your ceramics skills in our specialised glazing course with Andrea Vinkovic (p41). Glazes have played a role in art for centuries and can be used to colour, decorate or waterproof pieces. In this new course, explore a wide variety of glazing techniques and ingredients. Learn how to make your own glaze and add a unique edge to your work.

CROCHET BASICS Join artist Holly O’Meehan in our new crochet class as she guides you through this versatile medium (p42). This stitch-based course will give you an essential understanding of crochet and enable you to design and make your own pieces at home. Learn how to read patterns and make a small portfolio of crochet shapes. Check out Holly’s work on Instagram @pollygeorgebyholly and get inspired.

Image: Holly O'Meehan, Crochet Baskets, 2016, Image courtesy of the artist

FAC offers adult night classes on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings throughout the term. With a number of classes specifically tailored for beginners, these are a great starting point if you’re looking to try your hand at something new, with more advanced options to work up to if you discover a passion. Machine Sewing for Beginners Angela Ferolla Discover everything you need to know to get sewing, from learning how your machine works and sewing a straight line to reading, laying and cutting patterns. A great hands-on course to teach you technical skills and get you motivated. Bring your own sewing machine. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 25 Oct–6 Dec | 6–9pm No class on 1 Nov $288/ members $259

Possibilities in Metal Casting

The Nuts n’ Bolts of Writing a Novel

Nicole Lance Learn the art of lost wax casting, creating miniature sculptural works in metal. Cast small-scale forms in new or recycled metal using a simple vacuum method and learn how to make them into wearable treasures. This is a great class on its own or linked with one of FAC’s other jewellery courses. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 25 Oct–6 Dec | 6–9pm No class on 1 Nov $288/ members $259

Marlish Glorie Study the essentials of novel writing in this dynamic and informative six-week course where essential components that make up a novel will be covered in-depth: scenes, structure, point of view, dialogue, storyline or plot, characterisation and setting. Participants will be encouraged to write extensively throughout the course, both in class and at home. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 25 Oct–6 Dec | 6–9pm No class on 1 Nov $288/ members $259

Clay – Sculptural Forms Miles Carpenter Designed for students of any level, discover or improve your skills in clay and handbuilding. Learn techniques such as slab-building, carving, joining and washes. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 25 Oct–6 Dec | 6–9pm No class on 1 Nov $288/ members $259

Introduction to Creative Photography Susan Hill Learn the basics of composition, light and how to use your SLR camera in manual mode in this project-based course. This course includes a field trip to Fremantle. Students are required to bring their own SLR camera. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 25 Oct–6 Dec | 6–9pm No class on 1 Nov $288/ members $259

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Drawing for Sculpture 2D to 3D Robyn Varpins Start by developing drawing techniques to gain a solid understanding of how to render the human figure in 3D. Working from a model, look at poses from several viewpoints and using both drawing materials and clay, work on a number of studies of the human figure. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 25 Oct–6 Dec | 6–9pm No class on 1 Nov $288/ members $259

Plates, Cups & Bowls Stephanie Hammill Discover how to make plates and bowls to create a matching set to use at home. Learn different techniques to create beautiful, useful vessels. This course caters for all levels on the wheel and also those who prefer handbuilding. Lessons will be taught in throwing, making identical pieces and improving general skill levels. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 25 Oct–6 Dec | 6–9pm No class on 1 Nov $288/ members $259

Drawing for the Absolute Beginner Teelah George Starting from scratch, discover essential drawing skills in an encouraging environment. Learn observation skills, basic drawing methods and how to use various materials through exercises and demonstrations. Last session is with a life model. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 25 Oct–6 Dec | 6:30–9pm No class on 1 Nov $255/ members $230

Linocut Shana James Discover the secrets of linocut printmaking. Learn how to adapt your image, carve your plate and print your image on different paper. This course will also cover colour techniques and registration. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 25 Oct–6 Dec | 6:30–9pm No class on 1 Nov $240/ members $216

Jewellery Alister Yiap Explore a variety of jewellerymaking techniques including how to create a pendant, set a stone and start assembling a chain. Develop fundamental skills in sawing, soldering and shaping metal under the tuition of jewellery design artist Alister Yiap. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 26 Oct–7 Dec | 6–9pm No class on 2 Nov $288/ members $259

Painting – Realism Ken Wadrop Join one of the original Fremantle Realists, Ken Wadrop, and learn about drawing and painting from life and photographs. Work in differing approaches such as the Direct Painting Manner (Alla Prima) or multi-layered painting whilst exploring colour theory, design and composition. Students can work in acrylic or oil paints. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 26 Oct–7 Dec | 6–9pm No class on 2 Nov $288/ members $259

Shibori, Dyeing & Discharge Techniques Kate Weedon-Jones Learn and practice the various methods of Shibori, the ancient art of Japanese resist dyeing whereby dye is prevented from entering specific areas of the cloth. Using natural fabrics such as silk, cotton, linen and wool explore cold and hot water dyes. Discover the dynamic combination of resist dyeing and layering colour to create your own unique and beautiful fabrics. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 26 Oct–7 Dec | 6–9pm No class on 2 Nov $288/ members $259

Acrylic Painting for Beginners Shaaron du Bignon Learn about colour, texture, shape and tone and how to combine these elements in compositions. Explore this medium through a number of exercises guided by your tutor. Focusing on figurative painting, the last two sessions will be with a life model. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 26 Oct–7 Dec | 6:30–9pm No class on 2 Nov $270/ members $243

Working with Pastels Daniela Dlugocz Discover the rich medium of pastels through a number of shading and drawing exercises. Work from still life, photographs and the human form while learning shading techniques, tonal drawing, colour mixing, placement and composition. One session is with a life model. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 26 Oct–7 Dec | 6:30–9pm No class on 2 Nov $255/ members $230

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Life & Portraiture Drawing Jo Darvall Alternate between portraiture and figure drawing week-to-week and discover fundamental drawing techniques. Learn how to use a variety of materials such as chalk, crayon and pastels. All sessions are with a life model. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 26 Oct–7 Dec | 6:30–9pm No class on 2 Nov $330/ members $297

Throwing & Handbuilding Stewart Scambler Learn the fundamental techniques of ceramics. Study the properties of different types of clay and learn how to handle them with specialist tools, focusing on the pottery wheel. Create a number of resolved pieces that can be fired in FAC’s kilns. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 26 Oct–7 Dec | 6:30–9pm No class on 2 Nov $240/ members $216

Photoshop Illustration Shane Tholen Delve into the art of digital drawing and illustration. Develop your technical skills in Photoshop to create, manipulate and enhance images. Learn about working in layers and how to use the different tools, with plenty of opportunities to ask ‘how do I…?’ questions. Suitable for those wanting to enhance their digital portfolio or gain skills in digital media. Wednesdays (5 weeks) 26 Oct–7 Dec | 6–9pm No class 2 & 16 Nov $240/ members $216

Photography – Fremantle at Night Susan Hill This project-based photography course is inspired by Fremantle at night. Learn technical methods for night photography and how to use it as a medium for expressing and developing creative ideas. The course includes field trips to photograph Fremantle Harbour and a surprise location. Students require an SLR camera (digital or traditional) and a tripod if possible. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 26 Oct–7 Dec | 6:30–9pm No class 2 Nov $240/ members $216

Art History – Art & Ideas Fran Rhodes Would you like to know a bit more about the theory and history of art? From pre-Renaissance up to modern day, immerse yourself in this short course and discover more about prevalent themes including spirituality, place and gender in visual art, architecture and design. Presented by artist and Curtin University lecturer Fran Rhodes, this is a great way to learn about western art history and discuss these themes in more detail. Wednesdays (4 weeks) 9–30 Nov | 6:30–8:30pm $128/ members $115

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Painting Pastels Jo Darvall Discover the luscious qualities of pastels. Enjoy the energy and vigour of this simple medium that was a favourite of artists like Degas and Picasso. Mondays (9 weeks) 17 Oct–12 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Watercolour Jo Darvall Explore the beauty of this engaging medium known for its luminous and transparent nature. Be guided through a number of exercises, from conventional to less orthodox approaches, then develop and work on your own pieces. Mondays (9 weeks) 17 Oct–12 Dec | 1:30–3:30pm $198/ members $178

Oil Painting Peter Walker Discover how to build an oil painting, from under-painting to finish glazes. Be guided through exercises to improve your skills and develop your own projects. Learn techniques from old masters to contemporary styles. Tuesdays (9 weeks) 18 Oct–13 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267 or Tuesdays (9 weeks) 18 Oct–13 Dec | 1:30–3:30pm $198/ members $178

Painting with Acrylics – Abstract Expressionism Regina Noakes Create your own abstract image working with acrylics. Working on your own project, learn about the qualities of colour and texture provided by paint and how to create a balanced picture. Some painting experience required. Tuesdays (7 weeks) 18 Oct–29 Nov | 9:30am–12:30pm $231/ members $208

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Acrylic Painting for the Absolute Beginner – Real to Abstract

Acrylic Painting for Intermediates – Real to Abstract

Joss Gregson Discover the art of painting with acrylics. Learn about brushes, mediums, basic colour theory and how to mix colour as you observe it. Starting with the simplest of objects, learn how to create depth and form, gaining confidence to tackle more complex compositions and eventually, abstract paintings. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 19 Oct–14 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Joss Gregson Aimed at students who have completed the Absolute Beginner course or have some basic knowledge of painting in acrylics. Extend your skills through a series of painting exercises to enable you to develop your own ideas. Explore the use of appropriate mediums for different effects and learn how to paint anything from a glass bottle to a clump of grass. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 19 Oct–14 Dec | 1:30–4:30pm $297/ members $267

Joss Gregson Learn to paint the landscape in this studio-based class. Explore key factors including creating depth and the colours of light, as well as fundamentals such as how to paint the sky, clouds and trees. Opportunities and tips will be given on how to make quick sketches outside and gather images and material for the development of large-scale paintings in the studio. Thursdays (9 weeks) 20 Oct–15 Dec | 1:30–4:30pm $297/ members $267

General Painting

Advanced Studio Painting

Drewfus Gates Open to any painting medium, students are encouraged to work on their own ideas with the guidance of an experienced artist who is on hand to help with the technical and compositional aspects of your work. Develop your core painting skills in this creative, encouraging environment. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 19 Oct–14 Dec | 1:30–4:30pm $297/ members $267

Joss Gregson This course is for students seeking critical feedback in a supportive environment, and looking to bring their skills to exhibition standard. Develop your own visual language prompted by stimuli and conversation. A new project or theme is introduced each term as an optional starting point. Fridays (9 weeks) 21 Oct–16 Dec | 9:30am–2:30pm $495/members $446

Studio Painting

En Plein Air Painting – Acrylics & Oils

Oil Painting – Figure & Portraiture Drewfus Gates Explore figure and portraiture painting, learning how to use this traditional medium in a variety of ways. Discover techniques including colour mixing, tonal painting, proportion, composition and how to create a likeness. All sessions are with a life model. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 19 Oct–14 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $459/ members $413

Watercolour Peter Walker Explore the beauty of this engaging medium known for its luminous and transparent nature. Be guided through a number of exercises, from conventional to less orthodox approaches, then develop and work on your own pieces. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 19 Oct–14 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Joss Gregson This course is designed for students with some painting skills, anyone making a return to painting or those simply wanting to refine and extend their skills and techniques. The focus will be on confidence building and the development of an individual approach as ideas are explored through traditional studio exercises. Thursdays (9 weeks) 20 Oct–15 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Landscape Painting in Acrylics

Ken Wadrop Working within the beautiful Fremantle Arts Centre grounds, explore en plein air painting. From how to streamline your art equipment for an easy outdoor set-up, through to capturing the landscape, exploring composition, colour and working with changing light and other challenges of working outside. Students can work in acrylic or oil paints. Fridays (9 weeks) 21 Oct–16 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

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Intermediates – Contemporary Acrylic Painting – Colour Miles Carpenter Develop your painting skills further with more complex and challenging weekly exercises. Explore colour, techniques and composition. Learn to create more resolved paintings and immerse yourself in a studio environment. Thursdays (8 weeks) 27 Oct–15 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $264/ members $238

A Day of Outdoor Painting Ken Wadrop Be introduced to painting in the great outdoors in FAC’s beautiful grounds. Learn how to deal with the practical and material issues of painting outside, how to choose a subject and location and then put paint to canvas. Explore basic colour theory, observation techniques and composition. Students can work in acrylic or oil paints. Sun 30 Oct | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Landscape Painting Weekend Joss Gregson Create your own landscape painting in this weekend workshop. Learn how to create depth, paint the sky and represent the colours and effects of light. Bring along images for inspiration. Sat 5 & Sun 6 Nov | 10am–4pm $210/ members $189

Collage Shaaron du Bignon Discover collage, a different approach to art-making. Work on a composition using old photos, books, magazines and material scraps. Techniques will include image transfer, collage and carbon transfer. Create a small visual diary of studies and a final work. Sun 6 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Watercolour & Ink Daniela Dlugocz Delve into the fluid world of watercolour and ink. Learn how to control these mediums on your paper and discover how they behave on different surfaces. Experiment with painting techniques and washes to create beautiful works with expressive marks. Two sessions with a model. Saturdays (3 weeks) 12–26 Nov | 10am–1pm $180/ members $162

A Day of Contemporary Watercolour Jo Darvall Learn about watercolour with artist Jo Darvall. Discover how the paint behaves by exploring techniques such as washes, weton-wet and dropping in colour. Produce some vibrant works with these techniques and enjoy this complicated but playful medium. Sun 13 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Large-Scale Still Life Flower Painting Joss Gregson Discover how to make a large-scale painting of flowers, from arranging the flowers to the painting process. Learn colour theory, application techniques and composition to create lifelike flowers. This course is for students with some acrylic painting experience. Sat 19 & Sun 20 Nov | 10am–4pm $210/ members $189

Contemporary Painting with Natural Resin Shaaron du Bignon Be introduced to natural pigments, oxides and resins suitable for painting that you can collect and make yourself. Discover the beauty of these natural materials while experimenting with how to build layers of colour and texture on your prepared surfaces. Create a resolved painting in this exciting one-day workshop. Sun 20 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Make a Large-Scale Painting in a Day Joss Gregson Working on a large canvas, create your own painting in this exciting one-day workshop. Learn how to use acrylics and be guided through some basic painting techniques, colour theory and composition to create your own large-scale painting. Sat 26 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

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Drawing & |Printmaking Beginners – Draw, Print, Paint Shana James Are you a complete beginner and not sure where to start? Then this course is perfect for you! Be introduced to three artistic methods – drawing, printmaking and painting. This is a great opportunity to develop some basic skills in an encouraging environment and identify your interests and strengths. Mondays (9 weeks) 17 Oct–12 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267 or Saturdays (6 weeks) 22 Oct–26 Nov| 10am–1pm $288/ members $259

Learn to Draw Shana James Start your journey into art with this short course that covers the basics. Under the expert tuition of artist Shana James, learn how to draw from still life. Discover how to use tone to create light and shade and how to get the most out of your drawing materials. Mondays (4 weeks) 17 Oct–7 Nov | 1:30pm–4:30pm $132/ members $119

Drawing for a Travel Diary Joss Gregson Begin by learning essential drawing techniques in the studio before moving to interesting locations around Fremantle and the surrounding area. Learn to draw quickly to capture the essence of any scene. Enhance your drawing skills and be introduced to drawing on your tablet or iPad as an additional part of this course, or concentrate on paper and pen if you prefer. Tuesdays (9 weeks) 18 Oct–13 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Printmaking for the Absolute Beginner Shana James Have you always wanted to use a printing press? Start with the basics and explore the traditional art of printmaking in this fun hands-on course. Learn different techniques including linocut, drypoint and monoprint and discover the various prints they produce. Understand what materials are used and how to handle a printing press. Tuesdays (9 weeks) 18 Oct–13 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Linocut Shana James Discover the secrets of linocut printmaking. Learn how to adapt your image, carve your plate and print your image on different paper. This course will also cover colour techniques and registration. Tuesdays (9 weeks) 18 Oct–13 Dec | 1:30–4:30pm $297/ members $267

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Learn to Draw the Face Daniela Dlugocz Learn about portraiture in this short course. Discover techniques to help with proportion and the positioning of features on the face. Drawing exercises and practice can be adapted for all skill levels. All sessions with a model. Saturdays (3 weeks) 22 Oct–5 Nov | 10am–1pm $198/ members $178

Print Studio Session Shana James This course is for students with some printmaking experience, focusing on learning in a thematic way. Explore your own projects and print processes under the guidance of an experienced tutor. Recording and sharing ideas and processes will be an integral part of this class. Saturdays (6 weeks) 22 Oct–26 Nov | 1:30–4:30pm $277/ members $249

A Day of Drawing Shana James Make a series of small drawings using ink, charcoal, conte and other materials. Learn about the different characteristics of each medium and enjoy drawing under the trees in FAC’s grounds. Sun 30 Oct | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Book Illustration Jenessa King Learn how to create fully resolved illustrations, from initial sketches to full colour finish. Come with a book concept in mind or just a creative imagination to draw from. Studies will explore basic drawing skills, line, shape, form and depth as well as how to apply colour with a variety of mediums to create effect and definition. Mondays (6 weeks) 31 Oct–5 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $198/ members $178

Drawing with Ink – Body & Figure Daniela Dlugocz Delve into the fluid world of ink and learn how to draw the human figure from top to toe. Experiment with different surfaces and ways to apply the ink while studying techniques to capture the human form. Start with simple exercises looking at the anatomy of the figure, then later in the course push your skills and draw straight from life. Four sessions with a life model. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 1 Nov–6 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $270/ members $243

Etching Shana James Etching metal to print images is a process which famous artists such as Rembrandt have used for centuries. Starting with a simple line drawing create small-scale images which you can print on FAC’s etching press. Be guided through the process step-by-step by an experienced tutor. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 2 Nov–7 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $198/ members $178

Discover Pastels Daniela Dlugocz Learn new skills and techniques using soft pastels and discover how to use this versatile medium in different ways. Do you have a photograph or picture that you would like to recreate in pastels? Bring it to class and be guided through your project. Discuss various choices of surface, colour, fixatives and framing. Fridays (6 weeks) 4 Nov–9 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $198/ members $178

Drawing into Printmaking Jo Darvall Following the tradition of artists who transfer their drawings into prints, explore the techniques and history of this process while developing your printmaking skills.

Work on your own project under the guidance of an experienced tutor. This extended class is a great environment for those wishing to take their ideas further. Fridays (6 weeks) 4 Nov–9 Dec | 9:30am–2:30pm $330/ members $297

Drawing – A Creative Approach Angela Stewart This class is suitable for students looking to experiment widely with different kinds of drawing, approaches, materials, surfaces and mark making. Traditional subject matter will be investigated but will be a point of departure to explore different ways of expression and mark making. Mondays (6 weeks) 7 Nov–12 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $198/ members $178

Calligraphy Jenessa King Learn about the history and practice of the art of calligraphy. Be taught the basics of this ancient practice to take home a new found skill. Ideal for those wanting to write invitations and place settings or just develop a new skill for fun. Sun 13 Nov | 10am–1pm $53/ members $47

Colour Reduction Lino Printing in a Day Gera Woltjer Learn the process of carving a design into lino and how to make a multi-coloured print from this one piece. Using up to five different colours, carve back into the lino to create an amazing surface of layered colours. Come with an image in mind or work with the theme of Australian seedpods from the tutor. Sun 13 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

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Mixed-Media Drawing – The Next Step Shana James This course is designed for those with some basic drawing experience or Shana's previous Learn to Draw students. Expand your skill set with a range of mixed-media drawing techniques, learning how to draw from still life and nature. Use light and shade to create dramatic effects. Mondays (5 weeks) 14 Nov–12 Dec | 1:30–4:30pm $165/ members $149

Ink Drawing in a Day Daniela Dlugocz Delve into the fluid world of ink drawing. Learn how to control the ink on paper and other surfaces by drawing different objects and experimenting with washes. In the afternoon push your skills further by drawing a figure, learning about expressive marks and how to capture the body and face in ink. Part of this session is with a clothed model. Sun 20 Nov | 10am–4pm $129/ members $116

Watercolour Botanicals Emma Hewitt Meditate on the subtle beauty of flowers by using watercolour to explore the interplay of light and colour. Investigate your ability to see colour, and begin to create your own botanical works that use pure colour to explore the hues of each subject. Sun 20 Nov | 10am–1pm $105/ members $95

Pastel Drawing in a Day Daniela Dlugocz Discover the wide range of artistic possibilities that pastels offer including drawing, painting and sketching techniques. Focusing on still life as a subject matter, explore form, colour and technique in this creative one-day course. Sun 27 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

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Jewellery . Jewellery Design & Techniques Nicole Lance Learn how to create shapes, forms and different dimensions with metal. Solder, file and add texture to surfaces while exploring a number of techniques used to construct contemporary jewellery. Mondays (9 weeks) 17 Oct–12 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Casting Objects in Metal Nicole Lance Discover the lost technique of wax casting, a process in which a mould is created out of wax, burnt away and then refilled with metal. Using wax mould-making techniques allows for fine detailing on a small scale, resulting in exquisite metal pieces. Mondays (9 weeks) 17 Oct–12 Dec | 1:30–4:30pm $297/ members $267

Jewellery Stone Settings, Trade Skills & Techniques Max Butcher Designed for those with some experience, students will develop fundamental jewellery techniques with a focus on setting stones. Learn how to cut, set and finish stones under the expert guidance of master jeweller Max Butcher. Tuesdays (9 weeks) 18 Oct–13 Dec | 9:30am–2:30pm $495/ members $446

Jewellery Jill Parnell Learn traditional jewellery-making techniques including sawing, soldering, bending and ways of texturing metal. Create a number of your own unique pieces. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 19 Oct–14 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

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Enamelling & Beadmaking Jill Parnell Create stunning beads and other small-scale jewellery pieces using a variety of enamelling techniques. Discover the technical elements of cloisonné enamelling and learn how to make stunning torch-fired beads using Murano and Millefiori glass. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 19 Oct–14 Dec | 1:30–3:30pm $198/ members $178

Enamelling Jill Parnell Explore the distinctive technique of cloisonné, a style of enamelling using metallic wires and foils to achieve intricate patterns and designs. Create your own exquisite enamelled jewellery using this leadlight technique. Thursdays (9 weeks) 20 Oct–15 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Silver & Alternative Materials Jill Parnell Learn how to combine silver with a range of alternative materials to make unique pieces of jewellery. Explore ways of joining a variety of materials such as wood, fabric, perspex and paper. Techniques covered include riveting, stitching and making screws. Thursdays (9 weeks) 20 Oct–15 Dec | 1:30–4:30pm $297/ members $267

Design & Make – Silver Jewellery Soham Harrison Learn traditional jewellery making skills and techniques whilst working in silver. Be guided through design and technical elements such as soldering, sawing, filing and riveting. Start by working on a design and with the guidance of your tutor see it through to completion. Whether you're a

complete beginner or have some jewellery making experience this is a great class to immerse yourself in. Fridays (9 weeks) 21 Oct–16 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Contemporary Silver Jewellery Nicole Lance Learn the foundations of jewellery making including soldering, sawing, filing, riveting and creating textured surfaces in metal. Design and construct your own contemporary earrings, pendants, bracelets or rings in silver. Saturdays (6 weeks) 22 Oct–26 Nov | 10am–1pm $288/ members $259

Make a Silver Bracelet in a Day Soham Harrison Make your own handcrafted silver bracelet using a variety of jewellery-making techniques. Start the day by making a prototype in brass, cast a silver ingot with torches and then roll your silver and hammer it into shape. Sun 23 Oct | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Cloisonné Enamelling Jill Parnell Explore the distinctive technique of cloisonné, a style of enamelling using silver wire, and gold and silver foils. Coloured glass is applied to metal, and the foils used to create beautiful designs and features. Create your own small pendant or earrings using this ancient technique. Sun 30 Oct | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Keum Boo Nicole Lance Keum Boo is a stunning technique where gold foil is applied to a silver surface resulting in a contrast of bright yellow against white silver. Create a small pendant, earrings or brooch. Combining textured surfaces with Keum Boo is a great way to add something special to your jewellery. Sun 6 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Jewellery – Old to New Max Butcher Do you have old pieces of jewellery or small found objects that you want to make into a wearable piece? Bring these along and learn how to make them useable again. Discover techniques using different glues, tube and rod riveting, stitching and tin soldering. Sun 13 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Silversmithing George Lucas Create a decorated heirloom spoon with acclaimed silversmith George Lucas. Learn traditional silversmithing skills such as piercing, carving, strip feed soldering, filing and high finish polishing. Sundays (2 weeks) 20–27 Nov | 10am–4pm $210/ members $189

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Ceramics & . Sculpture . Ceramics – Mould Making & Casting Sandra Black Produce multiple identical pieces easily by working with simple handmade moulds. Sandra will talk you through the basic process and once you’ve mastered that, extend your skills by carving into the mould by drill or hand to add decorative details to the finished vessels. Colours and glazes will also be covered. Mondays (9 weeks) 17 Oct–12 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Ceramics – Slab Casting Sandra Black Learn how to create a plaster slab which can then be used to construct delicate porcelain objects, vessels and jewellery. Add textures and colours through a range of simple decorative techniques. Firing and glazing the finished pieces will also be covered. Mondays (9 weeks) 17 Oct–12 Dec | 1:30–4:30pm $297/ members $267

Pueblo Firing Stewart Scambler Pueblo firing is a technique used by the Hopi Indians of America, producing beautiful, decorative pieces. The work is fired in the open using natural materials. All aspects will be covered in this course including pot construction, carving techniques and firing methods. Learn how to choose the appropriate clay and local natural fuels. Tuesdays (9 weeks) 18 Oct–13 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Intermediates – Wheel Throwing Porcelain Alana McVeigh Designed to introduce students to wheel throwing with porcelain clay, this course is suitable for those familiar with throwing but not with this material. Explore vessels in all forms, from bowls to decorative structures and learn some techniques to create your own. Porcelain has a delicate and translucent quality and can produce stunning results. Tuesdays (9 weeks) 18 Oct–13 Dec | 1:30–4:30pm $297/ members $267

Clay Sculpture Robyn Varpins Explore clay’s unique properties while building pieces for the home or garden. Learn how to handle clay, use a scale model, create detail in your pieces, glaze and add colour. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 19 Oct–14 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm or Fridays (9 weeks) 21 Oct–16 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Throwing & Handbuilding Stewart Scambler Learn the fundamental techniques of ceramics. Study the properties of different clay and learn how to handle them with specialist tools, focusing on the pottery wheel. Create a number of resolved pieces that can be fired in FAC’s kilns. Thursdays (9 weeks) 20 Oct–15 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $297/ members $267

Beginners – Wheel Throwing with Porcelain Alana McVeigh Learn the technique of wheel throwing with ceramicist Alana McVeigh. Discover the fundamental skills needed to create vessels on the pottery

wheel using porcelain clay. Pieces will be fired in FAC's kilns. Thursdays (9 weeks) 20 Oct–15 Dec | 1:30–4:30pm $297/ members $267

Improve Your Throwing Skills Stewart Scambler Be introduced to the art of throwing on the pottery wheel with a focus on creating bowls. Discover clay’s diverse properties, the specialist tools used to shape it and ways to decorate fired pieces. Create a number of finished and glazed pieces throughout the course. Saturdays (4 weeks) 22 Oct–12 Nov | 10am–1pm $192/ members $173

Ceramic Jewellery – Egyptian Paste Sandra Black Create beads, brooches, earrings, and necklaces using the ancient technique of Egyptian paste, which can be easily made with common household products. Experiment with colouring the material and learn how to make moulds, bead racks and stands to support the firing of this selfglazing material. Sundays (3 weeks) 23 Oct–6 Nov | 10am–1pm $144/ members $130

Wood Carving Homewares Tony Docherty Take a piece of wood and turn it into a useable object for your home or kitchen. Be guided through preparing the wood, designing your object, carving, sanding and finishing. Choose to make objects such as a carved bowl, spoon, spatula or other small items for the home. Sat 29 Oct | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

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Kintsugi – The Japanese Art of Repairing Broken Ceramics Stephanie Hammill Have you broken a favourite plate or bowl but can’t bear to throw it out? Learn how to repair your ceramics using traditional and non-traditional techniques involving resin, lacquer, gold powder and gold leaf. Sundays (3 weeks) 13–27 Nov | 10am–1pm $144/ members $130

Understanding Glazes – Developing Colour & Surface Andrea Vinkovic In this hands-on course students will learn about glaze ingredients, how to mix, apply and adjust glazes to their own needs. Discover how to develop colour variations and explore various methods of glaze application. Suitable for anyone interested in making their own glaze. Sundays (3 weeks) 13–27 Nov | 10am–1pm $144/ members $130

Stone Carving

A Day on the Wheel

Viktor Eszenyi Create your own threedimensional sculpture for the home or garden using Hebel Stone, an easy-to-sculpt manmade product. Learn appropriate tool use, handling techniques and how to create detail. Sun 13 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Alana McVeigh Never tried ceramics before? Want to know how it works? This workshop is an introduction to the specialised art of throwing on the pottery wheel. Have fun learning a new skill under Alana’s expert guidance. Sat 26 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Mosaic – Design, Colour & Technique Renae Martin Interpret images to create your own detailed mosaics. Learn tile cutting, shaping, grouting, composition and how to work efficiently and effectively. Gain skills necessary to continue with your practice at home. Sat 19 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Intro to Paperclay Graham Hay Create detailed and expressive sculptures with paperclay while discovering its unique properties. It’s stronger and more adaptable than traditional clay and pieces can be worked on, added to or sawn off at any stage. Sun 27 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

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design, . Textiles . & craft . Shibori Roberta Leary Explore the traditional dyeing technique of Shibori, working with silk, cotton or rayon to create a range of dyed fabrics suitable for clothing, drapes or scarves. Use your favourite fabric and make a simple piece of clothing or homeware. Saturdays (6 weeks) 22 Oct–26 Nov | 10am–1pm $288/ members $259

Screenprinting – Customised Prints Lucinda Crimson Taking inspiration from stencil and urban art, create your own custom printed t-shirts or lengths of fabric. Discuss and design imagery suitable for screenprinting, learn how to make your own stencil and play with layering and levels of translucency. Sun 23 Oct | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Machine Sewing for Beginners Angela Ferolla Discover everything you need to know to get sewing, from learning how your machine works and sewing a straight line to reading, laying and cutting patterns. A great hands-on course to teach you technical skills and get you motivated. Bring your own sewing machine. Sundays (6 weeks) 23 Oct–20 Nov | 10am–1pm $288/ members $259 or Mondays (6 weeks) 31 Oct–5 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $198/ members $178

Machine Sewing for Intermediates Angela Ferolla This is a great course if you know how to use a sewing machine but need some extra skills to build confidence. Work on projects involving bias binding, pockets and more. Learn how to read more complicated patterns and improve your sewing skills in general. Sundays (6 weeks) 23 Oct–20 Nov | 1:30–4:30pm $288/ members $259

Macramé for Beginners – Plant Pot Holder Louise Snook Learn the art of macramé, which uses knots rather than knitting or weaving to create textiles. Using coloured thread and a variety of knotting techniques, master the basics and use your skills to make a plant pot holder. Sun 30 Oct | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Learn to Crochet Holly O’Meehan Learn a range of basic stitches to create various shapes such as squares, circles, hexagons and triangles. While making a small portfolio of shapes, learn how to read patterns and develop your own design for a final piece incorporating the shapes you’ve learnt. Mondays (6 weeks) 31 Oct–5 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $198/ members $178

Design & Print Textiles Angela Ferolla Create an original design to transfer onto textiles. Learn and understand the technical and creative side of taking an idea through to the finished design. Apply your design onto material using processes such as screenprinting, transfer dye, monoprinting and appliqué to create a series of fabric samples. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 1 Nov–6 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $198/ members $178

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Batik

Nuno Felting

Kate Weedon-Jones Learn the traditional Indonesian technique of Batik. Create amazing patterns on your fabric using hot wax and dyes. Wax is painted onto cloth and dried before the fabric is dyed. The process is then repeated to build up the pattern from the lightest colour through to the darkest. This is a soothing and enjoyable process suitable for textile novices. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 2 Nov–7 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $198/ members $178

Louise Snook Nuno is the Japanese term for a fabric to which wool and others fibres are felted. Produce your own stunning textural cloth in this popular workshop under the expert guidance of tutor Louise Snook. Sun 6 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Felted Textiles Pauline Franklyn Be guided through basic and advanced felt-making techniques. Make felted babushkas, vessels and nuno pieces. Discuss and devise your own felting project using your new skills. Thursdays (6 weeks) 3 Nov–8 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $198/ members $178

Screenprinting on Fabric for Beginners Louise Snook Learn how to permanently fix an image to your silkscreen to print a high quality image multiple times. In this fun, hands-on class discuss which imagery is suitable for printing and master composition, layering techniques, colour mixing and placement. Thursdays (6 weeks) 3 Nov–8 Dec | 9:30am–12:30pm $198/ members $178

Floristry – The Art of Flower Arranging Jessica Drake-Brockman Learn how to style your flowers like a pro in this one-day workshop. Covering hand-held posies and vase arrangement, you will be able to display your blooms so they always look chic. Sun 6 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Weaving the Recycled Fiona Gavino Using a range of recycled materials including old posters, maps and flexible plastic, learn how to weave a number of small baskets and turn recycled materials into something useful. Explore basketry techniques that can be applied to a wide range of materials. Sat 12 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Ebru – Paper Marbling Vesile Yilmaz This is a basic introduction to Ebru, the traditional Turkish art of paper marbling. Students will learn many traditional combed marbled patterns as well as the basic stone pattern. Make your own one-of-akind marbled sheets and use them for any paper-related project or decorate them with beautiful calligraphy. Sun 20 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Advanced Macramé – Wall Hanging Louise Snook Create a large-scale wall hanging in this advanced macramé class. Build on your basic techniques and knots, learn more complicated knotting patterns and structures and hone your skills under expert guidance. Sun 20 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Weaving Wicker Baskets Fiona Gavino Learn the art of cane basket weaving and create a number of different-sized pieces to take away with you. This traditional technique is easy to learn and can be used with a number of materials. Plant fibres will be discussed and provided by your tutor. Sun 27 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

Loom Weaving for Beginners Louise Snook Learn the basics of weaving on a lap loom to create a colourful wall hanging. Discover how to warp and prepare a loom, weave geometric shapes and complete and mount your finished piece. Sun 27 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

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PHOTOGRAPHY creative writing

Telling Stories Photography Project

Susan Hill A project-based course focused on creating images inspired by a story, taken from real life, literature, personal experience or imagination. Using photography as a medium for expressing and developing ideas, the course will cover editing a photo-story, sequencing images, a basic introduction to Photoshop and how to analyse images. Students should have a good understanding of their film or digital SLR camera in manual mode. Saturdays (7 weeks) 15 Oct–26 Nov | 10am–1pm $336/ members $302

Digital Photography – Beyond Auto in One Day Karen Castle In this condensed version of FAC’s popular course, discover how to use your SLR camera to take better photos. Learn about lighting, composition and how your camera and lenses work. Develop the skills and confidence to use your camera on manual and semi-auto settings. Sun 23 Oct | 10am–4pm or Sat 26 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $96

Digital Photography – Beyond Auto Karen Castle Discover how to use your SLR camera to take better photos. Learn about lighting, composition and how your camera and lenses work. Develop the skills and confidence to use your camera on manual and semi-auto settings. Fridays (4 weeks) 4–25 Nov | 9:30am–12:30pm $132/ members $119

Conquering the Blank Page Marlish Glorie This inspiring one-day workshop will help you develop your writing skills and confidence. Through tried and tested exercises author Marlish Glorie will show you where to start and help to overcome the fear of writing badly. Whether you are a complete beginner or have writer’s block, this workshop will get you writing in no time. Sun 23 Oct | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

The Nuts n’ Bolts of Writing a Novel Marlish Glorie Study the essentials of novel writing in this dynamic and informative six-week course. The following components that make up a novel will be covered in-depth: scenes, structure, point of view, dialogue, storyline or plot, characterisation and setting. Participants will be encouraged to write extensively throughout the course, both in class and at home. Thursdays (6 weeks) 3 Nov–8 Dec | 9.30am–12.30pm $288/ members $259

Performing Arts Music – Songwriting David Hyams Designed for those who imagine they can write a song but don’t know where to start, learn the fundamentals of songwriting with acclaimed musician and composer David Hyams. Discover the structure of songs, learn how to write lyrics, devise melodies and discuss recording possibilities. An instrument is not required but if you play one bring it along. Sun 27 Nov | 10am–4pm $105/ members $95

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how to enrol Enrolment Dates

Payment & Refund Policy

Kids' Holidays from 29 Aug Members from 12 Sept Non-members from 19 Sept

Please read carefully before booking a course or workshop.

Online Visit fac.org.au/courses

By Phone 9432 9555 Mon–Sun 9am–5pm With credit card payment ONLY (Mastercard and Visa accepted)

In Person Visit FAC, 1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle and enrol at reception Mon–Sun 9am–5pm Cash, cheque, eftpos and credit card accepted

Accessibility FAC is a heritage listed building with access limitations. If you have any special requirements please contact reception before enrolling in a course.

Materials The tuition free does not include the cost of your materials. For material requirements see course outlines at fac.org.au/courses

To secure your place, payment of the full course fee must be made upon enrolment. A full refund will be issued when : – A course is cancelled by Fremantle Arts Centre. – A course is rescheduled by Fremantle Arts Centre and you are unable to attend on the new date. – We are notified prior to the start of a course that for medical reasons you are unable to take your place. You will need to present a medical certificate when you apply for a refund. A refund of the course fee less 20% administration fee will be issued when: – You withdraw from a course five or more days before the start date. No refunds or substitute classes will be offered if : – You withdraw four or fewer days prior to the course start date. – You withdraw on or after the course start date. – You are absent from a class. Subject to place availability, you can enrol after a course has commenced. There is no discount available and payment of full course fee applies. Fremantle Arts Centre reserves the right to cancel or make changes to the location and tutor of any course or class. Credit will not be offered under any circumstances.

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contact us Fremantle Arts Centre 1 Finnerty Street Fremantle Western Australia 08 9432 9555 fac@fremantle.wa.gov.au fac.org.au

shop FOUND at Fremantle Arts Centre Open 7 days 9am–5pm 08 9432 9569

accessibility

By public transport Catch the free CAT bus from Fremantle Train Station

FAC is a heritage listed building with access limitations. If you have any special requirements please contact reception before visiting.

By car Fremantle Arts Centre is on the corner of Finnerty and Ord Street Street parking available

Director Jim Cathcart

how to get here

opening times Open 7 days Grounds 8am–5pm Reception & FOUND 9am–5pm Galleries 10am–5pm

entry Free admission to galleries Free and ticketed events

grounds Free WiFi Children welcome Sorry, no dogs

café Canvas Café Fully licensed Open 7 days Weekdays 8am–3pm Weekends 8am–4pm Kitchen closes at 2pm weekdays and 3pm weekends 08 9335 5685

fac staff General Manager marcus dickson Curator Dr Ric Spencer special projects Coordinator Erin Coates Fac Print Award Coordinator Simone Johnston Gallery Officers Simone Johnston Tom Freeman Julia remmert City of Fremantle Art Collection Curator André Lipscombe Moores Building Exhibitions manager Richie Kuhaupt Residencies and Studios Coordinator Bevan Honey Learning Coordinator deborah Haslam Shop Manager pia chomley events Coordinator andrew clark Communications manager andrea woods Communications Assistant Sam Leung

Graphic Designer sofia antonas Finance officeR Christine Lofthouse Reception Caroline Brook Sheridan Coleman Joanna Brown Gwen Edwards silvia ferolla Retail Assistants Rose Megirian Joanna Brown Jenny Dawson Kate Jones Betty poulsen holly O'meehan India Mehta Grounds & Technician George Gregson facility & program assistant aaron lyons

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