fremantle arts centre
what’s on april–june 2013
director’s welcome A fortieth anniversary is a big milestone for any institution but rather than get too nostalgic or self-congratulatory we’re marking this occasion at Fremantle Arts Centre in a way that allows you – the community that has made FAC a creative hub for four decades – to celebrate. Everyone is invited to reflect by sharing artworks, objects, memories and experiences in Mad About You: 40 Years of Fremantle Arts Centre. Please visit our website to contribute. We’d love to hear from you. As always, from April to June our exhibition program will show a diverse range of work from leading local and inter-state artists, be they new graduates, mid-career or senior practitioners. Peter Dailey, the creator of the much-loved concrete couch in FAC’s grounds will return with an exhibition of “10” life-size figurative sculptures thanks to a partnership with community-based philanthropy group The Syndicate. Our Artists In Residence program is also welcoming a broad range of practitioners including a musician from Taipei and the multidisciplinary Clipperton Project. While we pause to enjoy and celebrate 40 years as an arts organisation, FAC continues to be restless, to grow, evolve and look to the future. Our shop, Found at FAC, continues to champion the works of more than 100 WA artists and makers and this term we will enrol more than 1000 students, adults and children, into our course program. I hope over the next few months that you will come and reflect on the last 40 years, enjoy who we are now and join with us in looking to the future. Jim Cathcart Director
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mad about you
40 years of fremantle arts centre
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april–june 2013
visual arts Mad About You.......................................3 Peter Dailey............................................. 5 Sally-Ann Rowland...............................6 Michael Bullock..................................... 7 Helen Maudsley.....................................8 Michaela Gleave....................................9 Jacob Ogden Smith............................ 10 Tanya Lee................................................11 Artspoken.............................................. 12 City of Fremantle Art Collection.14 Exhibitions Closing soon................15 Artist In Residence.............................16 Moores Building................................. 18
exhibition michaela gleave p9
exhibition peter dailey p5
courses Term 2 2013.............................................21 How to enrol..........................................37 Shop..........................................................38 Map........................................................... 40 Visit us......................................................41 Become a member..............................42 Membership/enrolment form......43 Calendar................................................. 44
new courses p21
clipperton project p13
artspoken p12
Images: Middle left, Michaela Gleave, research image, 2013, courtesy the artist and Anna Pappas Gallery, Melbourne; Middle right, Peter Dailey, Alchemist, 2013, PETG, wood, perspex, stones, acrylic and oil paints, courtesy of the artist. Photo: Eva Fernandez; Bottom middle, Jon Bonfiglio in La Paz, photo by Beni Hess, 2012, courtesy of the artist
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about you 40 years of fremantle arts centre sat 13 april – sun 2 june opening fri 12 april | 6:30pm Mad About You is a big-hearted, public-led exhibition that celebrates Fremantle Arts Centre's role as a creative and community hub and reflects on the influence it has played in many people's lives. In March, FAC made a public call out for artworks, objects, photographs, personal recollections and multimedia that featured the Arts Centre throughout its forty year history or represented the affinity and connection many people have with the building. With a focus on how intrinsic the sense of place is to the way people experience FAC and its grounds, the gathered material has been cocurated by City Of Fremantle Art Collection curator Andre Lipscombe and FAC director Jim Cathcart to form the basis of Mad About You. While Mad About You includes work from the City’s Art Collection and other well-known artists, it also features the works and memories of the general public and FAC’s broad, enthusiastic community of visitors and students. By bringing together material as diverse as You Tube gig footage, the recollections of well-known Fremantle residents and new works by local school students, the exhibition is forward-looking and multi-faceted.
Original image: Photographer; Noel Doyle (Studio Ten), 1979, Courtesy City Of Fremantle Library local history collection, digital manipulation.
The project also extends online through a micro-site at www.fac.org.au where FAC-lovers are encouraged to post pictures, video and recollections of their fondest memories of FAC right throughout the exhibition. Mad About You will be launched in the Inner Courtyard on 12 April, with a gala party featuring Fremantle musicians and members of the FAC community past and present.
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peter dailey apparition: the syndicate ii Image: Peter Dailey, Alchemist, 2013, PETG, wood, perspex, stones, acrylic and oil paints, courtesy of the artist. Photo: Eva Fernandez
sat 13 april – sun 2 june opening fri 12 april | 6:30pm Creator of the much loved concrete couch in the grounds of FAC, renowned WA sculptor Peter Daileypresents an expansive exhibition of ten life-size figurative sculptures. Dailey's ten human figures will take up residence in FAC's main gallery which will be darkened and specially-lit for this evocative exhibition. In Apparition Dailey’s figures exists in physical landscapes - both internal and external - contemplating the cultural, economic, political and environmental mechanisms they are a part of. Ultimately the work asks the pivotal question; what does it mean to be human? For nearly three decades Dailey has played a significant role in Perth’s distinctive sculptural scene, exhibiting widely and creating a number of prominent public works. An artist, educator, curator and mentor, Dailey has participated in over 80 group exhibitions nationally and internationally including exhibitions in Hungary, Singapore and the Philippines. He was chosen by philanthropic group The Syndicate for this, their second project, which gives the artist a chance to work for two years on a commissioned series of works. The Syndicate is a philanthropic model initiated by South West WA collector Lloyd Horn where participating syndicate members commission an artist to make a body of work. This exhibition will be accompanied by a substantial monograph celebrating the project and Dailey’s career. Peter Dailey is represented by Turner Galleries, Perth.
artist talk sat 13 april see artspoken p 12-13
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sally-ann rowland bums on stars Image: Sally-Ann Rowland, Did You Have a Good Weekend Pencils, 2013, graphite pencils, courtesy of the artist.
“…the work of Sally-Ann Rowland conflate(s) an implied depth of emotion with the sensation of physical touch and the enactment of a devotional process.” LISA HARMS, ARTLINK
artist talk sat 13 april see artspoken p 12-13
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sat 13 april – sun 2 june opening fri 12 april | 6:30pm In her first solo show in WA, Victorian artist Sally-Ann Rowland creates work that uses cliché phrases and popular truisms collected in popular culture - self help books, social media, crime novels, sports commentaries and women’s magazines. Responding to advertising, merchandising and the marketplace, Rowland incorporates the phrases into calendars, tea towels, pencils and mugs which will be installed in the gallery and also available to purchase online and at FOUND at FAC. Rowland was a recipient of the prestigious Anne & Gordon Samstag International Art Scholarship in 1999 and has exhibited widely in Australia and the US, including exhibitions in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and most recently in Paris and Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
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michael bullock the trail of time: the sandalwood project sat 13 april – sun 2 june opening fri 12 april | 6:30pm Perth-born sculptor Michael Bullock returns to WA with sculpture triggered by a memory of the smell of sandalwood. Years ago the sculptor stood in a hot landscape in a wheatbelt town alongside a dead sandalwood tree which presented its unique, sweet perfumed smell, so redolent of the temples and markets of Asia. Sandalwood is indigenous to WA and was a significant export to Asia for making Joss sticks for Buddhist ceremonies. The Trail of Time weaves personal experiences of landscape, place and family with research into the history, trade and uses of sandalwood in WA. Bullock’s practice uses traditional sculptural processes; the formed, the modeled, the cast and the carved and is applied to different materials including paper, wood, metal, bronze, plaster and stone. Bullock has exhibited across Australia and throughout Asia including Vietnam and South Korea. Developed through FAC’s Artist in Residence Program, this project has also been supported by the Moora Fine Arts Society through a short term artistic residence and the Australian Government through the Australia Council.
Image: Michael Bullock, Sandalwood Tree, 2012, Digital Photograph, courtesy of the artist.
artist talk sat 13 april see artspoken p 12-13
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helen maudsley the landscape of being sat 8 june – sun 21 july opening fri 7 june | 6:30pm The Landscape of Being brings the much lauded work of Victorian painter Helen Maudsley to FAC for her first solo show in WA. One of Australia’s most enduring artists, Maudsley has been painting for six decades and her unique psycho-aesthetic vision of the world has influenced many artists. Her work is concerned with the nature and language of painting and drawing, about the relevance of art in the community, and how we manage the cultural conflict between the popular and the serious. Maudsley has exhibited regularly since 1954, including in Cross Currents: Focus on Contemporary Australian Art at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney in 2007 (curated by the late John Stringer) and two major surveys of her own work in 2007 in Victoria. Helen Maudsley is represented by Niagara Galleries in Melbourne.
“In many ways Helen Maudsley has been ahead of her time, but there is every reason to give greater attention to this artist who coaxes us into remarkable visual journeys and teaches us to look ever more deeply,” SHERIDAN PALMER, ART AND AUSTRALIA.
Above: Helen Maudsley, Buoyancy Within Selves, (detail), 1991-1992, oil on linen, 185 cm x 123 cm. Below, Helen Maudsley. Images courtesy of the artist and Niagara Galleries, Melbourne. Photo: Joel Gailer
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michaela gleave a day is longer than a year Image: Michaela Gleave, research image, (detail), 2013, Image courtesy the artist and Anna Pappas Gallery, Melbourne.
sat 8 june – sun 21 july opening fri 7 june | 6:30pm Using natural phenomena and tricks of perception while engaging a keen sense of poetry, romance and adventure, NSW artist Michaela Gleave builds temporal atmospheric installations that disorientate our relationship to space, matter and time. Her works are often fleeting and have included an instalation where the viewer steps into shimmering, star-like mist (Our Frozen Moment) and covering the forecourt of Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art with snow (Snowfield). Gleave is currently artist-in-residence with the CSIRO's Astronomy and Space Science Division and works across a range of media including installation, performance, photography and video. This project is based on a research residency at the CSIRO and marks Gleave's first solo exhibition in WA. The artist has had previous residencies in Berlin, Iceland, and Central Australia. Michaela Gleave is represented by Anna Pappas Gallery, Melbourne.
artist talk sat 8 june see artspoken p 12-13
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jacob ogden smith pottery three ways sat 8 june – sun 21 july opening fri 7 june | 6:30pm For emerging WA artist Jacob Ogden Smith, pottery is a cultural phenomenon that has traditionally explained much about the society it was made in. However, today pottery has been usurped as a purveyor of historical record in favour of mass media and potters have become less a central tenet of artefact making and more reclusive in their activities. In Pottery Three Ways this scenario is questioned with the work combining elements of utility, beauty and humour in the face of traditional pottery practices. His previous work (such as the pictured Hovea Pottery Ale which was shown at OK Gallery) has included Smith creating vessels to store his own home brew. In Pottery Three Ways, various mediums and techniques are employed in an attempt to reconcile a mass media view of pottery with its once physical and functional form. Traditional ceramic techniques will be used alongside 3D computer modelling, digital printing and laser scanning to create a series of objects that shift and blend, combining and confusing processes and materials. Jacob Ogden Smith is represented by OK Gallery, Northbridge.
artist talk sat 8 june see artspoken p 12-13
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Image: Hovea Pottery Ale, courtesy of the artist and OK Gallery, Northbridge.
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tanya lee personal space Image: Personal Space, 2012, courtesy of the artist
sat 8 june – sun 21 july opening fri 7 june | 6:30pm In this her first solo show, Tanya Lee takes us on one of her adventures through “an ordinary life”. A parody of a picketed existence, Personal Space looks at walking a fine line between the idea of welcoming someone into your home while also fortifying against a vague and unidentified enemy. Lee’s practice is a combination of drawings, performance documentation, photographs and diagrams. Taking everyday tasks and altering them into exceedingly difficult and absurd escapades, Lee’s humorous and often futile narratives make visible the rules, protocols and politics that exist in the bunkers of suburbia. Lee grew up outside the small wheat-belt town of Wubin. She completed her BA in Fine Art at Curtin University in 2007 during which she spent a year at the Ecole Nationale Superieure d'Art de Dijon in France as an academic in residence. Lee completed a Masters of Fine Art at Curtin in 2009.
artist talk sat 8 june see artspoken p 12-13
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artspoken open studios | artist talks | exhibition tours | bar open FAC curator Ric Spencer guides you through special behind-the-scenes visits and artist talks and stimulates discussion in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Meet the creators of our current exhibitions and peek into the studios of our artists in residence. Peter Dailey | Sally-Ann Rowland | Michael Bullock saturday 13 april floor talks | 3pm | free Grab a coffee in the café before stepping into the worlds of artists Peter Dailey, Sally-Ann Rowland and Michael Bullock who’ll be leading visitors through their current exhibitions.
Stuart Elliott | Dale Alcock | Trevor Bly Shannon Williamson | Lacey McKinney wednesday 15 may | 6.30pm floor talk | studios open | galleries open late | free Join local sculptor, writer and lecturer Stuart Elliott as he discusses Peter Dailey’s work and Syndicate member Dale Alcock talks about his association with Apparition: The Syndicate II. Plus catch a behind the scenes look inside the studios of our current Artists in Residence including Trevor Bly (WA), Shannon Williamson (WA) and Lacey McKinney (USA).
Tanya Lee | Jacob Ogden Smith | Michaela Gleave saturday 8 june floor talks | 3pm | free Enjoy a casual Saturday afternoon coffee and floor talk by exhibiting artists Tanya Lee, Jacob Ogden Smith and Michaela Gleave.
Tanya Lee | Jacob Ogden Smith | Sarah Elson Josephine Wilson | Nina Juniper wednesday 3 july | 6.30pm floor talk | studios open | galleries open late | free Tanya Lee discusses her video performance work and takes us on her adventures through “an ordinary life”, and Jacob Ogden Smith talks about the broader context of his ceramic work and its influences. Plus catch a behind the scenes look inside the studios of our current Artists in Residence including Sarah Elson (WA), Josephine Wilson (WA) and Nina Juniper (WA).
the clipperton project Image: The Clipperton Project, Museo Diego Rivera Anahaucalli. Photo by Edgardo Aguilar Cortes, 2013 Artwork by Alan Pfeiffer, 2013
The Clipperton Project (TCP) is an international initiative that uses notions of exploration, journey and discovery to inspire and empower members of the public to interact with diverse perspectives, peoples and disciplines. What started in 2011 as an expedition to Clipperton Island in the Pacific Ocean is now a multidisciplinary arts/science research project focusing on isolated locations. The Clipperton Project's Professional Development Workshop takes as a starting point the fact that the world that we inhabit is a limitless place of absolute fascination. They believe and argue that we are all stakeholders in every debate, and that the key attribute to skillmaking is not knowledge but willingness to risk and to step over the horizon, into other territories, other spaces, professions and new ways of free thinking - leaving aside ego, prejudice, localism.
talk & screening | jonothan bonfiglio - founder & director thursday 20 june | 7pm | free | pavlich room An introductory talk and film screening about The Clipperton Project, presented by Founder and Director Jonathan Bonfiglio.
workshop | what we don't know yet friday 21 june | 10am - 4pm | pavlich room Tickets $15 + bf from fac.org.au What We Don't Yet Know is a Professional Development Workshop which will feature speakers and participants from various disciplines, discussing and presenting ideas and ways that professionals of all genres can rethink and review their work in a context broader than a given industry might usually allow. Led by Jonathan Bonfiglio. For more info visit www.clippertonproject.com
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Image: Top, JCCA workshop, with Aaaron and Poppy. left, Graham Miller, Josephine, 2010, courtesy of the artist.
city of fremantle art collection freo artabase The City of Fremantle Art Collection, established in 1958, is the largest municipal collection in WA with over 1,300 works. The Collection’s focus on Fremantle artists and Australian prints celebrates the enduring importance of the visual arts to Fremantle.
sat 8 june–sun 22 september opening fri 7 june | 6:30pm Freo Artabase is a collection of inspired snappy, spoofy and slick digital works of no more than 60 seconds created by 25 young people who have used artworks from the City of Fremantle’s Art Collection as catalysts for imaginative responses. The project is a collaboration between the Department of Culture and the Arts Community Connect program, digital artists Aaron McCann and Poppy van Oorde-Grainger and participants from Disability in the Arts, Disadvantage in the Arts Australia (WA), Hamilton Senior High School and John Curtin College of the Arts.
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continuing exhibition Image: Left, Richard Lewer, in front of, Northside Boxing Gym, Charcoal on Wall, 2013, Right, Nick Selenitsch, Untitled, 2013, Photo, Bo Wong.
A Perth International Arts Festival event supported by Visual Arts program partner Wesfarmers Arts
closes sun 7 april
Inside Running: the sport of art Inside Running: the sport of art brings together nine artists whose passion for sport has bled into their art, in an exhibition of specially commissioned work. Sport takes constant practice and for these artists the discipline and challenges of training and playing has become part of the way they make art and what they make art about.
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artists in residence Did you know that at any one time there are nine local and visiting artists in residence at FAC, experimenting and developing their practice? If you're an art lover, student or simply curious, feel free to pop into their studios for a behind the scenes peak.
Anne Ferran (NSW), will be doing research into Fremantle Prison with a view to making new work informed by the former prison library, the chapel, and the yard where prisoners used to feed what became a huge bird population. artist STUDIO 1
Shannon Williamson (NZ), uses human anatomy as a point of departure to compose figurative and non-figurative drawings that explore the body and its sensations. artist STUDIO 7
Nina Juniper (WA), working with printmaking, photography and light projection, will be exploring ideas of architectural space, the public realm and spatial history. artist STUDIO 5
Teelah George (WA), using drawing as a means to investigate the relationship between body, object and material, engages processes that demand exploration within close proximity to the observed body. artist STUDIO 5
Lilly Kaiser (WA), will be creating a body of work constructed upon the idea of ‘active socialising as a language of laughter’, focusing on energy and movement generated through the social interaction of dogs and people. artist STUDIO 8
Lacey McKinney (USA), painting portraits of people in the landscape, McKinney will be working in consideration of the impact from local light and atmospheric conditions compared to that of her native New York. artist STUDIO 9
Josephine Wilson (WA), taking references from research and objects gathered in India, explores the poetic function of language through text and audio. artist STUDIO 3
The Museum of Natural Mystery (WA), will be working on a compendium that documents their 12 monthly, one night only exhibitions held in their residential garage space in North Perth. The launch of this book will be accompanied by a small exhibition of collected works from the past exhibitions. artist STUDIO 2
Kelda Free and David Brazier (UK), having lived and worked in Europe for ten years, return to WA to create work which explores the experience of finding themselves as foreigners in their hometown. artist STUDIO 4 Sarah Elson (WA), works on methods of re-fleshing found and cast organic elements into drawings in metal. Her practice involves traditional metalsmithing techniques and drawing. artist studio 6
Trevor Bly (WA), exploring the aesthetics of suburban iconography in Perth’s neighbourhoods, will research the colours and codes that represent already established cliques and subgroups of Perth’s street artists. artist STUDIO 9
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DADAA Artists Working in partnership with Disability in the Arts, Disadvantage in the Arts Australia (WA), FAC will be hosting four artists as part of Here and Now 13 - a year-long program of mentorship and professional development for 15 Western Australian artists with a disability. artist STUDIO 8 & 9 Robin Warren Is largely a self-taught artist whose abstract works on paper and canvas reference vast landscapes and hint at an other-worldly figuration.
Lien Pei Ju (Taiwan). As part of her FAC residency in conjunction with Asialink, Lien will seek to collaborate with other artists and musicians as a ‘musical diplomat’, working on original compositions and playing an ancient instrument, the Pipa. artist STUDIO 1 Anyone interested in working with Lien or learning about the Pipa can contact bevan honey, bevanh@ fremantle.wa.gov.au
Jane Ryan Working with a range of materials and textures, Jane's mixed media works are imaginative reconfigurations of her everyday experiences. Robert Turpin Grounded in his experiences as a child in the South Western Australian wilderness, Turpin's work reflect these early memories through the use of painting, printmaking and drawing. Katrina Barber Informed by a sense of isolation and need for expression, Barber's current works are self-reflective ephemeral feelings expressed through painting and most recently forms of installation. For more information go to http://www.dadaawa.org.au/project/4/here-and-now-13/
For all further enquiries contact Bevan Honey, bevanh@fremantle.wa.gov.au
head to fac.org.au for video interviews with our artists in residence Images from left: Kelda and David, The Portraits, New Delhi, 2009, digital photograph, Nina Juniper Westgate Mall ii, 2012, screen print on archers bfk, 75 x 105 cm, Lien Pei Ju, playing pipa, 2013.
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The Moores Building Contemporary Art Gallery is a City of Fremantle subsidised art facility that promotes a wide range of contemporary art by providing low-cost gallery and project spaces in Fremantle's historic West End.
the moores building 6–21 april Animal is a group exhibition by nine emerging and established artists exploring different interpretations of the theme 'Animal', encompassing all things wild and free of inhibition. An exhibition designed to portray all the various ideas of the artists through a wide ranging set of mediums. Artists included are Mark Welsh, Glenn Jon Langdale, David Maisano, Saschka, Xavier Turisini, Luke Hartely, Annette Orr, Zuhal Kuvan-Milla, and Antoinette Homer. t
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46 Henry Street Fremantle WA 10am–4pm 7 days Contact: 08 9335 3519 richiek@fremantle.wa.gov.au Managed by Fremantle Arts Centre Moore & Moore Café 8am–4pm 7 days
27 april–5 may 25Under25 is a group exhibition coordinated by The City of Fremantle wich will feature some of the best upcoming local young artists. Twenty five young artist have been invited to exhibit at the gallery as part of the 2013 National Youth Week.
11–26 may Traces of Motion | Carolyn Griffiths & Joanne Duffy two local artists explore the dialogue of motion – the forces that surround us, both intrinsic and real. The vibrant, abstract paintings in this exhibition reflect Joanne’s explorations of movement in the landscape drawn from memories of rural life. Carolyn reflects upon her intimate experience of choreography and dance.
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1–6 june Solo Exhibition | Laszlo Lukas has exhibited his paintings extensively throughout the world in the past thirty years, initially exhibiting in Fremantle and finally in the UK where he lived for ten years. This will be his first solo exhibition since his return to WA almost three years ago.
22 june–7 july 2013 AIPP WA Epson Professional Photographers Award is an exhibition showcasing the work of WA's most recently awarded Professional Photographers, including major category winners from the esteemed Epson 2013 Australian Institute of Professional Photographers WA Awards. This is an extensive exhibition of prints from all the award winners, with some available for purchase.
Image: Top, Carolyn Griffiths, Shifting Views, 2012, Acrylic on Canvas, 91 cm x 61 cm Bottom, Luke Hartley, Untitled, 2012, Digital Image
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"Very enjoyable weekend, well taught, enthusiastic, catered for wide range of abilities" STUDENT FEEDBACK
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term 2 2013 Be inspired and learn new skills in a supportive and stimulating environment with courses for adults, teens and kids. All courses are taught by practicing artists in our beautiful studios, with weekday, evening and weekend courses available. Tutor biographies are available at fac.org.au/learning
Enrolment Dates
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Kids Holiday from 25 March Members from 2 April Non-Members from 8 April
Kids Holiday Classes Monday 22 April – Friday 3 May Adult Term Starts Monday 6 May Adult Term Ends Sunday 7 July
kids holiday 5–8 years p22
kids holiday 9–12 years p23
art for teens 13–18 years p25
painting p28
drawing & printmaking p29
jewellery p30
ceramics & sculpture p32
fashion & textiles p33
photography p34
performing arts p34
how to enrol p35
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Kids Holidays
5–8 years
Creative Clay Anneke de Rooij Create miniature versions of your pet or favourite animal in clay. Discover a number of hand building, decorating and assembling techniques. Your personalised sculptures will be fired and ready to take home two weeks after class. Mon 22 April | 10am–12noon or Mon 22 April | 1pm–3pm $37 incl. materials
Colourful Beaded Necklaces Claire Brooks Create a range of special beads using old storybooks, cut-outs and special paper to make your own neckpiece. With simple laminating techniques and a pair of pliers, learn the first steps to constructing jewellery pieces. Mon 22 April | 10am-1pm $44 incl. materials
Paste-Up Art on Canvas Create cool canvas art using paste-ups, a fun and simple yet striking urban art technique where paper images and characters are transferred onto a surface. Learn how to combine stencils, photocopies and colour to create a multilayered masterpiece. Mon 22 April | 10am-1pm or Fri 26 April | 10am-1pm $44 incl. materials
Drawing Portraits Lucinda Crimson Learn how to use colour and shapes to create portraits, silhouettes and profiles of yourself. Learn a variety of fun and experimental techniques and create a number of works including a cool poster. Tues 23 April | 10am–12noon $37 incl. materials
The World Of Stage Acting Rachel Gorman Have fun learning about the world of stage acting. Working in small groups, establish a scene and bring your own character to life.
Parents are invited to view a short performance at the end of class. Tues 23 April | 10am-12 noon $27
Cut, Paste & Animate Steven Aiton Using computers and video cameras, create your own animated story onscreen with colourful paper cut-outs of yourself and fun props. Parents are invited to watch a screening at the end of the session. A DVD of the animations will be posted out to you after the workshop. Tues 23 April | 10am–3pm $80 incl. materials & DVD
Sew Your Own Cuddly Animal Lucinda Crimson (6-8 years) Create your very own soft toy while learning simple hand stitching techniques. Draw a picture of your favourite animal, pet or a creature from your imagination then turn it into a cuddly toy for you to take home. Tues 23 April | 1-4pm Wed 24 April | 10am-1pm $44 incl. materials
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Mosaic Your Own Colourful Plaque Renae Martin Learn how to combine simple shapes and colours to create images. Using child friendly tiles, mosaic your own plaque and learn how to grout. Take your piece home to hang on your wall. Wed 24 April | 10am-1pm or Thurs 2 May | 10am-1pm $50 incl. materials
Music – Jam It Up Roly Skender Invent and record your own song, from lyrics to melodies, with award winning musician and audiovisual producer Roly Skender. Working in small groups, come up with a cool theme for your song, have a jam on a variety of instruments from the ukulele to percussion and learn to use your voice. The track created during the workshop will be burned onto a CD for you to keep. Weds 24 April | 10am–1pm $60 incl. materials & CD
Decorate Your Own T-Shirt Bernadette Aitken Come along and personalise a t-shirt using a range of fun and colourful textile and printing techniques. Bring a white t-shirt to decorate. Mon 29 April | 10am-12noon $37 incl. materials
Functional Clay – Mugs & Bowls Anneke de Rooij Learn hand building techniques to make your very own mug, jug or bowl. Once built, decorate your piece by painting on colourful non-toxic under glazes. Pieces will be fired and glazed at FAC, usable to eat and drink out of. Mon 29 April | 10am-12noon $37 incl. materials
Shadow Puppets Clare Peake Imagine your own story and design 2D characters out of card
to create a shadow puppet show. Parents are invited to a short performance at the end of class. Mon 29 April | 10am-12 noon $37 incl. materials
Stamp, Print, Repeat Gila Cohen Decorate a calico bag with colourful designs and patterns. Learn a variety of textile printmaking techniques using your own foam etchings, stamps and interesting textured materials. Tues 30 April | 10am–12noon $37 incl. materials
Tales from Outer Space Clare Peake Let your imaginations run wild, creating characters in a scene from outer space. Learn how to draw aliens and a place for them to live using glitter, paints, foil, chalk and collage. Construct your own vibrant large scale poster on black card. Tues 30 April | 10am-12noon $37 incl. materials
Paper Maché Playmates Louise Snook Create a simple free-standing sculpture of a creature of your choice! Use simple materials like coloured paper and glue to finish your masterpiece in paper maché style. Weds 1 May | 10am– 1pm $44 incl. materials
3D Kooky Characters Gila Cohen (6-8 years) Have fun inventing and constructing your own unique 3D character using colourful card, paper, cardboard and a mountain of recycled materials. Develop your own creature, giving it its own special features using fun embellishments. Thurs 2 May | 10am–12noon $37 incl. materials
Making Books
Sea Adventures In Animation
Bernadette Aitken Discover how books were made in ancient times. Make your own scroll and construct two other simple books adorning them with your own illustrations. Thurs 2 May | 10am-12noon $37 incl. materials
Steven Aiton Using the underwater world as a theme, make your story come to life onscreen using computers and video cameras. Parents are invited to a screening at the end of the session. A DVD of the animations will be posted out to you after the workshop. Tues 30 April | 10am–3pm $80 incl. materials & DVD
Sue Espie (kids working with an adult) Design your own colourful toy, from a shark to an elephant, snake or bird, then make it come alive in felt. A fun way for kids and adults to learn feltmaking techniques. Thurs 2 May | 10am–3pm $74 incl. materials
Colourful Print & Dye Bernadette Aitken Create colourful pieces of fabric using various print and dye techniques including Shibori, printing with foam and lino blocks and more. Have fun with colour and make beautiful patterns on material that you can take away with you. Weds 1 May | 10am– 12noon $37 incl. materials
Felted Fuzzy Friends
Character Creation & Mask Making Gila Cohen Create a number of drawings and a special mask of a character you’ve invented. Using a whole variety of colourful embellishments, convert your drawings into a special mask that you can wear for hours of fun at home. Fri 3 May | 10am-12noon $37 incl. materials
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Kids Holidays.
9–12 years .
Funky Fimo Jewellery Sophie Guittiere Design your own accessories with easily malleable modelling product, Fimo. Learn how to create special patterns in Fimo, making a personalised pendant and ring. Mon 22 April | 10am–1pm Tues 30 April | 10am–1pm $44 incl. materials
Make Your Own Monster Lucinda Crimson Design, sew and stuff your own ugly or cute soft toy then embellish it using fabrics and felt, buttons and trims. Visit chinkywooster. com to see examples of Lucinda’s handmade toys. Mon 22 April | 10am–3pm $74 incl. materials
Treasure Chests Clare Peake Using simple building and carving techniques make and decorate your own treasure chests. Design your own treasure map so that only you know where to find the hidden goodies. Tues 23 April | 10am-1pm $44 incl. materials
Music – Jam It Up Roly Skender Learn how to write a music track in this exciting workshop with awardwinning musician and audiovisual producer Roly Skender. Working in small groups, come up with snappy rhymes and lyrics, have a jam on a variety of instruments from the guitar to ukulele and percussion and learn to use your voice. The music created during this workshop will be burned onto a CD for you to keep. Tues 23 April | 10am–1pm $60 incl. materials & CD
Create & Animate Level 1 Steven Aiton Devise a story with characters, then using computers and video cameras bring your story to life on screen. Parents are invited to watch a screening at the end of the session. A DVD of the animations will be posted out to you after the workshop. Wed 24 April | 10am–3pm or Wed 1 May | 10am–3pm $80 incl. materials & DVD
Perspex Pendants
Mosaic Your Own Colourful Plaque Renae Martin Using child-friendly tiles, mosaic a colourful plaque from your own image designed in class. Learn how to create detail and characteristics using shapes and colours. Fri 26 April | 10am-1pm or Wed 1 May | 10am-1pm $50 incl. materials
Create & Animate Level 2
Claire Brooks Learn simple jewellery-making skills such as riveting, filing and assembling to create a dazzling pendant combining acrylic sheeting with colourful fabrics. Turn your pendant into a beautiful neckpiece using tigertail and colourful beads. Wed 24 April | 10am-1pm $44 incl. materials
Steven Aiton A follow on class from Steven's Create & Animate level 1 workshop. Animation enthusiasts now have the chance to build on skills and master even more animation techniques. A DVD of the animations will be posted out to you after the workshop. Fri 26 April | 10am–3pm or Thurs 2 May | 10am–3pm $80 incl. materials & DVD
Large Scale Pastel Drawings
Functional Clay – Mugs & Bowls
Gila Cohen Learn observation and practical skills to draw from still life. Discover the luscious qualities of pastels, how to create detail and use colour on large scale. Students will create a number of A3 works on artists quality paper. Wed 24 April | 10am–1pm $44 incl. materials
Theatre Skills & Stage Acting Rachel Gorman Discover theatre skills such as improvisation, character development, stage presence and plot. Perform your piece to the rest of the group, putting your newly gained skills into action. A great way to boost your performance imagination and self confidence. Fri 26 April | 10am-12 noon $27
Anneke de Rooij Learn hand building techniques to make your very own mug, jug or bowl. Design and build your piece, then decorate it by painting on colourful non-toxic under glazes. Pieces will be fired and glazed at FAC, usable to eat and drink out of. Mon 29 April | 1pm-4pm $44 incl. materials
Urban Art - Multilayered “Stick-Ups” on Board Combine pre-cut stencils, pasteups (paper cut-outs that are adhered to a surface), lettering, aerosols and paint markers to create your own multilayered masterpiece on MDF board. Learn compositional techniques and how to combine all these cool mediums. Mon 29 April | 10am–2pm $56 incl. materials
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Drawing with Wire – Figures in Action Gila Cohen Draw and sculpt with wire to make a figure in action which will be mounted onto a colourful base. Learn how to create dimension with wire, giving your figure special characteristics using plaster bandages and various draping techniques. Tues 30 April | 1pm-4pm $44 incl. materials
Crocheted Sculptures Shaaron du Bignon Learn how to crochet in a free form way, creating your very own sculpture. Using recycled materials from creative re-use centre ‘Remida’, you will master the simple construction and decorative techniques of crochet. Wed 1 May | 10am-2pm $56 incl. materials
Urban Art - Paint Marker Madness Level 2 An advanced workshop created for any previous urban art students. Honing in on your skills, customise an A3 canvas combining paint markers with other fun urban art materials. Emphasis is on character design and lettering. Thurs 2 May | 10am–2pm $56 incl. materials
Drawing Self-Portraits Gila Cohen Create large scale self-portraits from observation, experimenting with various drawing materials such as pencil, ink and charcoal. Learn about proportion, negative space, tone and shade to create a masterpiece on beautiful A1 artist quality paper. Thurs 2 May | 1pm-4pm $44 incl. materials
3D Characters in Clay Anneke de Rooij Guided by a story, create your own character in clay. Imagine
aspects of the character’s life to inform its appearance; Where would it live? What would it do? Learn a number of design, texturing, hand building and assembling techniques. Fri 3 May | 10am–1pm $44 incl. materials
Create Your Own Canvas Louise Snook Learn printmaking, painting and embellishing techniques to create your own masterpiece! Have fun printing and painting on a textile surface, which will be stretched over a frame for you to take home. Fri 3 May | 10am–2pm $56 incl. materials
Create & Animate Level 3 Steven Aiton If you've done Steven's first two animation classes and want to come back for even more, here’s your chance. The perfect class for animation enthusiasts. A DVD of the animations will be posted out to you after the workshop. Fri 3 May | 10am–3pm $80 incl. materials & DVD
Animation Club Steven Aiton Due to popular demand FAC has created an animation club for students who have completed Steven’s Level 3 Animation workshop. Working as a team, develop your skills and produce a short film complete with a public screening later in the year at FAC. Sun 19 May | 11am–4pm Sun 16 June | 11am–4pm Sun 14 July | 11am–4pm $60 incl. materials
Art for Teens.
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Photography on Social Media Jean-Paul Horré Take your digital and iPhone photography to the next level by combining basic creative principals and technical aspects with today's social media platforms. Explore snapshot fun and how to publish instantly on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Pop Booth. Edit your social online portfolio as a visual diary. Wednesdays (3 weeks) 15-29 May | 5:30pm-7:30pm $63
Animate Steven Aiton For all animation enthusiasts. Learn important technical skills to create a short animated film using laptops, iPads and mobile devices. Hosted by accomplished animation artist Steven Aiton. The workshop is open to any skill level including animators with previous experience. Sun 26 May 11am–4pm $80 incl. materials
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Painting Pastels Peter Walker Discover the spontaneity and luscious qualities of pastels. Enjoy the energy and vigour of this simple medium that was a favourite of artists like Degas and Picasso. No class on 3 June. Mondays (8 weeks) 6 May-1 July | 9:30am–12:30pm $215/ members $194
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. No class on 3 June. Mondays (8 weeks) 6 May-1 July | 1:30pm–3:30pm $155/ members $140 or Wednesdays (9 weeks) 8 May-3 July | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210
Oil Painting Peter Walker Discover methods of building an oil painting, from underpainting to finish glazes. Be guided through exercises to build up your skills, then develop your own projects. Learn techniques from the old masters to contemporary styles. Tuesdays (9 weeks) 7 May-2 July | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210 or Tuesdays (9 weeks) 7 May-2 July | 1:30pm–3:30pm $169/ members $152
Painting with Acrylics – Abstract Expressionism Regina Noakes Create your own abstract image while discovering the possibilities of painting 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 (8 weeks) 7 May-25 June | 9:30am–12:30pm $215 / members $194 or Fridays (8 weeks) 10 May-28 June | 9:30am–12:30pm $215/ members $194
Acrylic Painting for the Absolute Beginner – 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 make your own abstract paintings. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 8 May-3 July | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210
Discover the Versatility of Acrylics Kathryn Haug Be guided through essential painting concepts using acrylics, from colour theory to composition and mark making. Learn how to prepare a support to paint on and experiment with a range of subject matter. A great course for complete beginners or those wishing to be reinspired by this medium. Last session with a life model. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 8 May-12 June | 6:30pm–9pm $220/ members $198
Studio Painting Joss Gregson This course is designed for students with some painting experience; anyone wishing to return to painting or to refine their skills and techniques. Focus on building your confidence and developing an individual approach to exploring ideas through traditional studio
exercises mixed up with the unexpected. Thursdays (9 weeks) 9 May-4 July | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210
Introduction to Landscape Painting in Acrylics Joss Gregson Discover the secrets of landscape painting while learning key features and techniques of painting with acrylics; about brushes, palette knives, mediums and colour. Commence in the studio painting the sky, clouds, trees etc., including essential sense of depth. Then, embark on a research session around Fremantle and waterfront returning to the studio to create larger scale paintings. Thursdays (9 weeks) 9 May-4 July | 1:30pm-4:30pm $233/ members $210
Advanced Studio Painting Joss Gregson For students seeking critical feedback in a supportive studio environment. Develop your own visual language prompted by visual stimuli and conversation. Designed for the experienced painter wishing to bring their painting skills and ideas to exhibition standard. Fridays (9 weeks) 10 May-5 July | 9:30am-2:30pm $388/ members $349
An Introduction to Oil Painting Kathryn Haug This two-day workshop provides an informative introduction to the rich, luscious medium of oil painting. On day one, discover how to use mediums with the paint, do a quick painting of a still life and begin underpainting for a larger canvas. On day two, learn how to create different 'materiality' and marks with oil paint while continuing on your piece. Sat 18 & 25 May | 10am–4pm $168/ members $152
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Make a Large Scale Painting in a Day Joss Gregson Following some basic tuition in acrylic painting techniques, colour theory and composition jump in at the deep end. Working on a large canvas, create your own large scale painting. Sun 26 May | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76
Egg Tempera – Production & Practice Glen Stewart This ancient painting medium is applied in thin, semi-opaque layers to create great precision pieces. Learn how to make your own Egg Tempera then work on carefully prepared wooden surfaces to create paintings reflecting the brilliance of this fascinating medium. Sun 2 June | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76
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 9 June | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76
1480-1980: Five Hundred Years of Painting Processes Glen Stewart Discover painting techniques and materials from medieval times to the present day in this informative short course. Gain technical understanding of how Egg Tempera, Acrylic & Oil Paints can be applied and manipulated
to achieve various textural results. Be inspired, learning skills to continue your painterly adventure at home. Sundays (3 weeks) 16-30 June | 10am–1pm $119/ members $107
Drawing &. Printmaking. Linocut Printmaking – Create an Artist Book Shana James Discover the intimate quality of the artist book, turning a series of your printed images into a beautiful object. Learn the secrets of linocut printmaking, how to adapt your image for print and construct a concertina style artist book. No class on 3 June. Mondays (8 weeks) 6 May-1 July | 9:30am-12:30pm $215/ members $194
Copper Etching using Ferric Chloride Shana James Learn how to etch beautiful fine lines onto a plate and print intaglio using FAC’s etching press. This is a non-toxic printmaking workshop, no dangerous acid or special equipment required. Discuss composition and tone while working on your own series of prints. No class on 3 June. Mondays (8 weeks) 6 May-1July | 1:30am-4:30pm $215/ members $194 or Saturdays (4 weeks) 8 June-29 June | 2pm-5pm $157/ members $141
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 with a life model. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 7 May-11 June | 6:30pm–9pm $220/ members $198
Linocut Shana James Discover the secrets of linocut printmaking, a popular practice amongst artists. 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) 7 May-11 June | 6:30pm-9pm $207/ members $186
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 to get the most out of your drawing materials. Wednesdays (4 weeks) 8 May-29 May | 9:30am–12:30pm $125/ members $113
Drypoint Printing Shana James Explore the characteristically soft textural line quality of drypoint printing. Learn how to construct an image or interpret one suitable for print, prepare a plate and print your image multiple times using FAC’s etching press. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 8 May-3 July | 1.30pm–4:30pm $233/ members $210
Life Drawing Joss Gregson Learn and refine life drawing skills in an encouraging and dynamic environment. Begin with slow contour line drawings followed by rapid gestural drawings. Emphasis is on capturing quality
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Investigating Drawing Approaches & Materials Teelah George Discover experimental approaches to drawing. Start by visiting FAC Artist in Residence Teelah George’s studio, viewing her works at their varying levels of process. Learn how to create interesting surfaces, draw from still life and inspiring images, to how to incorporate a variety of materials. Create a number of works that can be built on. Sat 15 June | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76
"A fantastic course, really enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere" STUDENT FEEDBACK
of line, and the description of form. Each session ends with a long pose. All sessions with a life model. Wednesdays (4 weeks) 8 May-29 May | 1:30pm–4:30pm $174/ members $157
Life Drawing Kevin Robertson Discover fundamental drawing techniques to capture the body with renowned artist Kevin Robertson. Learn to use a variety of materials such as chalk, crayon and pastels. All sessions with a life model. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 8 May-12 June | 6:30pm–9pm $256/ members $230
Life Drawing for Beginners Camilla Loveridge Designed to introduce absolute beginners to a free, gestural drawing style focusing on the human figure. Whilst experimenting with a variety of drawing materials, participants are encouraged to explore and
develop their drawing abilities. Session includes a life model. Sun 12 May | 10am-4pm $117/ members $105
Mixed Media Drawing The Next Step Shana James This course is specially 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 from nature. Take inspiration from FAC’s beautiful grounds. Use light and shade to create dramatic effects. Wednesdays (5 weeks) 5 June-3 July | 9:30am-12:30pm $156/ members $140
Painting the Human Figure Joss Gregson Learn how to paint the figure in traditional and more unconventional ways. Explore fast and slow gesture and the direction of brushstrokes for modelling form. Look at paint colours for human skin and the effects of light. All sessions with a life model. Wednesdays (5 weeks) 5 June-3 July| 1:30pm–4:30pm $205/ members $185
Life Drawing – An Experimental & Gestural Approach Camilla Loveridge Discover a number of experimental approaches to depicting the human figure on paper, starting with quick sketches, moving onto longer poses later in the day. Explore mark making, preparing a textured and tonal surface as a background and the usage of interesting application tools to express the human form. Session Includes life model. Sun 30 June | 10am-4pm $117/ members $105
Jewellery. Jewellery Design & Techniques Nicole Lance Learn how to create shapes, forms and different dimensions with metal. Use soldering, filing and texturing surfaces to explore the construction of contemporary jewellery. No class 3 June. Mondays (8 weeks) 6 May-1 July | 9:30am-12:30pm $215/ members $194
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Casting Objects in Metal
Enamelling & Beadmaking
Nicole Lance Discover the technique of lost wax casting, a process in which a mould is created out of wax, burnt away then refilled with metal to create a small metal object. Mould making techniques and working with wax both allow for fine detailing on a small scale, resulting in exquisite metal pieces. No class on 3 June. Mondays (8 weeks) 6 May-1July | 1:30pm-4:30pm $215/ members $194
Jill Parnell Create stunning beads and other small scale pieces using a variety of enamelling and glass beadmaking 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) 8 May-3 July | 1:30pm-3:30pm $169/ members $152
Possibilities in Metal Casting Sarah Elson Learn the art of lost wax casting, creating sculptural works in metal. Cast small scale forms in new or recycled metal using a simple vacuum method then manipulate them using basic jewellery-making techniques. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 7 May-12 June | 6pm-9pm $247/ members $222
Jewellery for Beginners – The World of Rings Claire Brooks Learn the basics of jewellerymaking with a focus on rings. Discover how to size, form, solder, file and texture metal under the expert tuition of contemporary jeweller Claire Brooks. Students will make a unique ring that fits perfectly. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 8 May-12 June | 6pm-9pm $247/ members $223
Jewellery
Enamelling
Jill Parnell Learn traditional jewellerymaking techniques including sawing, soldering, bending and several ways of texturing metal. Create a number of your own unique pieces. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 8 May-3 July | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210
Jill Parnell Explore the distinctive technique of cloisonné, a style of enamelling using copper and silver wires and gold and silver foils to achieve intricate patterns and designs.
Create your own exquisite enamelled jewellery using this leadlight technique. Thursdays (9 weeks) 9 May-4 July | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210
Working with Wire Jill Parnell Design and create intricate cable-like neckpieces and other jewellery using various knitting and braiding techniques with wire. No knitting or crochet experience required. Thursdays (9 weeks) 9 May-4 July | 1:30pm–4:30pm $233/ members $210
Contemporary Jewellery & Assemblage Claire Brooks Learn traditional jewellerymaking skills and assemblage techniques to combine collected treasures and old jewellery pieces with silver. Be guided through design and technical elements such as riveting, sawing and soldering to create a number of your own pieces. Friday (9 weeks) 10 May-5 July | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210
"Great! Fantastic fun! Lovely tutor" STUDENT FEEDBACK
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Contemporary Silver Jewellery Nicole Lance Learn the foundations of jewellery-making including soldering, sawing, filing, riveting and how to create textured surfaces in metal. Design and construct your own contemporary earrings, pendants, bracelets or rings in silver. Saturdays (8 weeks) 11 May-29 June | 10am-1pm $315/ members $284
Casting in Stone Jill Parnell Create your own unique pieces of jewellery, such as a bracelet, pair of earring or a pendant, using a series of handmade elements. Discover this simple yet stunning technique of carving designs into soft stone. Silver is melted then poured into your carved moulds, usable multiple times to create a series of detailed pieces. Sun 12 May | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76
Glass Beadmaking Matthew Goodlet Learn how to work with glass using torches to create a range of colourful, decorated beads. Discover how to shape beads, apply enamels, surface treatments and safety procedures. A stimulating and hands on workshop. Sun 19 May | 10am–4pm or Sun 16 June | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76
Vintage Inspired Upcycled Necklaces Claire Brooks Do you have a collection of interesting fabric scraps, broken pieces of vintage jewellery or a stack of unused buttons lying around? Create a custom made necklace using all of these in combination with Perspex to enhance your piece. Learn design and construction techniques such as sawing, filing and riveting. Sun 19 May | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76
Keum Boo Nicole Lance 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 piece; a pendant, earrings or brooch. Combining textured surfaces with Keum Boo is a great way to add something special to your jewellery. Sun 26 May | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76
Jewellery – Colouring Titanium Jill Parnell Experiment with colouring titanium, the lightest and strongest of metals, with heat to create stunning results. Design and create a colourful brooch or pendant in just one day. This workshop is suitable for students with no previous jewellery-making experience or those wishing to learn a different technique. Sun 2 June | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76
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. Sun 9 & 16 June | 10am–4pm $168/ members $152
Bezel Set Ring Claire Brooks Using a stone of your choice, make a bezel (a popular and secure technique of stone setting) and band customised to fit you. Processes covered include sawing, filing, soldering, sizing and setting. Bring a special stone or purchase one from your tutor on the day. Sun 23 & 30 June | 10am–4pm $118/ members $104
Ceramics &. Sculpture. Porcelain Jewellery Colour & Form Sandra Black Create stunning ceramic beads and other small forms such as brooches, buttons, earrings, pins and necklaces using Australian fine porcelain. Learn how to model and work with coloured clays to create exciting surfaces for your jewellery pieces. Learn marbling, inlay incising neriage and gosu (blue and white) decoration. Finish pieces with glaze or polishing. No class on 3 June. Mondays (8 weeks) 6 May-1 July | 9:30am-12:30pm $215/ members $194
An Introduction to Mould Making & Casting Sandra Black Learn how to make your own one piece drop out plaster moulds using a simple clay model. Use white and coloured slips in your moulds to cast your forms. Also experiment with making paper porcelain as an addition to your casts. You will be able to reuse your mould over and over again to create a series of beautiful ceramic vessels. No class on 3 June. Mondays (8 weeks) 6 May-1 July | 1:30pm-4:30pm $215/ members $194
Clay Sculpture Dee Jaeger Explore clay’s unique properties while building pieces for the home or garden. Learn clay handling techniques, how to use a scale model, create detail in your pieces as well as glazing and adding colour. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 7 May-11 July | 6.30-9.00pm $207/ members $186
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Clay Sculpture Robyn Varpins Explore clay’s unique properties while building pieces for the home or garden. Learn clay handling techniques, how to use a scale model, create detail in your pieces as well as glazing and adding colour. Wednesdays (9 weeks) 8 May-3 July | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210 or Fridays (9 weeks) 10 May-5 July | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210 or Saturdays (4 weeks) 8 June-29 June | 10am-1pm $157/ members $141
Throwing & Handbuilding Stewart Scambler Learn the fundamental techniques of ceramics. Study the properties of different sorts of clay, learn how to handle the clay with specialist tools with a focus on how to use the pottery wheel. Create a number of resolved pieces that can be fired in FAC’s kilns. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 8 May-12 June | 6:30pm–9pm $207/ members $186 or Thursdays (9 weeks) 9 May-4 July | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210
Hand-Thrown Ceramic Dinnerware Stewart Scambler Discover the art of throwing on the pottery wheel with a focus on techniques to make your own customized dinner set. Be guided
through a series of structured demonstrations then practice making your own plates, cups, bowls, teapots, sugar bowls, casserole and serving dishes. Thursdays (9 weeks) 9 May-4 July | 1pm-4pm $233/ members $210
Improve Your Throwing Skills Stewart Scambler Be introduced to the art of throwing on the pottery wheel with a focus on creating bowls. Discover the beauty of working with clay; it’s diverse properties, how to use specialist tools and decorating techniques. Create a number of finished and glazed pieces. Saturdays (4 weeks) 11 May-1 June | 10am-1pm $157/ members $141
Mosaic – Design, Colour & Technique Renae Martin Interpret images to create your own mosaic. Learn techniques such as tile cutting and shaping, grouting, composition and colour, and how to work efficiently and effectively. Gain skills necessary to continue with your practice at home. Sun 19 May | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76
Stone Carving Viktor Eszenyi Create your own threedimensional sculpture for the home or garden using easy-tosculpt product manmade Hebel stone. Learn appropriate tool use, handling techniques and how to create detail. Sat 25 May | 10am-4pm or Sat 22 June | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76
Ceramic Jewellery – Egyptian Paste Sandra Black Join internationally recognized ceramic artist Sandra Black and create ceramic beads and other small forms to make brooches earrings, pins and necklaces using the ancient technique of Egyptian paste. Learn how to use press moulds and modeling skills to produce your jewellery or small objects. Experiment with colour using oxides and stains and learn how to make bead racks and stands to support the firing of this self glazing material. Sundays (4 weeks) 2 June-23 June | 10am-1pm $157/ members $141
Intro to Paperclay Graham Hay Create detailed and expressive sculptures with paperclay while discovering its unique properties; it is stronger and more adaptable than traditional clay, pieces can be worked on, added to or sawn off at any stage. For inspiration visit grahamhay.com.au Sun 30 June | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76
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Fashion &. Textiles. Shibori Bernadette Aitken Shibori is the ancient art of Japanese resist-dyeing, where various techniques are used to prevent the dye entering the fabric in specific areas. You will learn four different processes and in the final classes expand these techniques. Using natural fibres and a variety of dyes including indigo and other plant dyes. All skill levels welcome. Tuesdays (6 weeks) 7 May-11 June | 6.30-9.00pm $207/ members $186
Intro to Photographic Screenprinting on Fabric Louise Snook Using FAC’s exposure unit, learn how to permanently fix a photographic image to your silkscreen enabling you to print a high quality image countless times. Discuss imagery suitable for printing, composition and layering techniques as well as your own simple unit setup at home. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 8 May-12 June| 9:30am–12:30pm $187/ members $168
Studio Screenprinting Lucinda Crimson This course is designed for students with photographic screenprinting experience who would like to improve or refine their skills and techniques. Using FAC’s exposure unit and facilities, hone your skills, develop your own compositions and ideas with a tutor on hand to guide you. Fridays (6 weeks) 10 May-14 June| 9:30am–12:30pm $187/ members $168
Machine Sewing for Beginners Gila Cohen Discover everything you need to know to get you sewing; from learning how your machine works and sewing a straight line to reading, laying and cutting patterns. Make a simple shift dress with zipper, darts and fastenings that can be easily adapted in a variety of ways. A great hands-on course to teach you technical skills and get you motivated. Bring your own sewing machine. Sundays (6 weeks) 12 May-16 June | 10:00am-1:00pm $236 / members $212
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 around with layering techniques and levels of translucency. Sun 12 May | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76
Felting Pauline Franklyn Be guided through feltmaking techniques from the basics to the more advanced. Make felted babushkas, brooches, vessels and Nuno pieces. Discuss and devise your own felting project while refining your skills. Fridays (6 weeks) 17 May-21 June | 9:30am-12:30pm $187/ members $168
Nuno Felting Sue Espie Nuno is the Japanese term for a fabric to which wool and other fibres are felted. Produce your own stunning textural cloth in this popular workshop under the expert guidance of textile artist Sue Espie. Sat 18 May | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76
Weaving – Coiling Fiona Gavino Learn the basketry technique of coiling using various plant fibres sourced locally. Construct a basket and learn how to harvest and store suitable plants for weaving. This technique can also be applied to textiles and other media. Sat 25 May | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76
Discover Mono-Prints – Canvas Wallworks Angela Ferolla Discover the simple yet beautiful art of mono-printing on fabric. Bring along images or designs that inspire you, trace over them in a painterly manner then print onto fabric. Learn a number of contemporary textile processes to enhance your piece, creating a series of multilayered printed pictures on calico. You will be shown how to stretch these over a frame ready to hang on your wall. Sun 26 May | 10am–4pm $84 / members $76
Screenprinting Adventures Angela Ferolla Complement your fabrics using stencils, etchings and monoprints, all processes which can be done with a simple setup at home. Make your own designs, experiment with samples then work on your own project such as a garment, furnishing or artwork. Sundays (4 weeks) 2 June-23 June | 10am–1pm $157/ members $141
Sculptural Weaving Fiona Gavino Shape and sculpt threedimensional pieces using the random weaving technique and easily pliable pith cane. Take weaving beyond its traditional application, creating a number
36 | courses | adults of interesting pieces. Plant fibres will be discussed and provided by your tutor at a small cost. Sat 8 June | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76
Hollow Form Felting Sue Espie Create three-dimensional objects in felt without sewing. Enjoy the process of ‘resist’ felting to make ornamental vessels, hats, slippers or bags. The possibilities are endless. Sat 15 June | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76
Pattern Making from Existing Garments Gila Cohen Discover the secrets of constructing paper patterns from your favourite garments. Watch demonstrations on how to use the tracing wheel, pattern marking (seam allowing, notching and grain lines), then draft and use your own paper patterns. Sun 23 & 30 June | 10am–4pm $168/ members $152
Photography Photograph Fremantle at Night Susan Hill A project-based course where students create photographic images 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, and may work in film or digital formats. Wednesdays (6 weeks) 8 May-12 June | 6.00pm-9pm $247/ members $222
Introduction to Creative Photography Susan Hill Learn how to use your SLR camera in manual mode and the basics of composition and light in this project based course. Discover photography as a medium for expressing and developing ideas. Includes a field trip to Fremantle. Students are required to bring their own SLR camera. Thursdays (6 weeks) 9 May-13 June | 9.30am-12.30pm $187/ members $168
An Introduction to Digital Photography Peter Zuvela Learn techniques needed to master the use of your digital camera. Capture shots you have always wanted. Includes an onsite photo shoot. Sun 19 May | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76
Beginners Photography – Technique & Perspective Jean-Paul Horré This series will guide you one step further to taking the images you love. Learn technical aspects of photography such as shutter speed, ISO, depth of field as well as composition and perspective under the guidance of photo journalist Jean-Paul Horré. Tuesdays (5 weeks) 21 May-18 June | 9:30am-12:30pm $156/ members $140
A Sense of Place through Digital Photography Peter Zuvela An introduction to travel photography with projectbased exercises around iconic Fremantle sites. Learn how to create photographic images that capture a sense of place
through composition, movement, reflections and subtleties of light. Master the basics of your camera, lighting and photo-editing in this hands-on workshop. Students are required to bring their own SLR digital camera. Sundays (4 weeks) 2 June-23 June | 10am-1pm $157/ members $141
performing. arts1 Music – The World of Ukuleles Shaun Chandran Discover why the ukulele is making a musical comeback all around the world. Learn a range of basic chords, rhythm and strumming patterns which will have you playing a repertoire of songs spanning the decades. This fun, relaxed and interactive course will build your skills incrementally each week. Designed for beginners, no prior music knowledge required. Saturdays (3 weeks) 11 May-25 May | 3:30pm-5pm $84/ members $76
Telling Stories – Presenting Your Own Andrea Gibbs Discover the fundamentals of true storytelling-as-performance under the guidance of improviser and comedian Andrea Gibbs. Learn to dig inside your own life to find humorous and relatable material to turn into entertaining stories that can be told in front of an audience. All students will leave with a short performance piece or personal essay at the end of this series. For more information visit barefaced.com.au. Saturdays (4 weeks) 25 May-15 June | 10am-1pm $157/ members $141
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Music – Songwriting for Beginners David Hyams This short course has been designed for those who have imagined they could write a song but never knew where to start. Learn the fundamentals of songwriting with acclaimed musician and composer David Hyams. Discover the structure of songs, how to write effective lyrics, devise melodies and discuss recording possibilities. An instrument is not required but if you play one bring it along. Sun 23 & 30 June | 10am-2pm $119/ members $107
Miscellaneous. Animation Steven Aiton Explore the secrets of making quality animation using the stop motion animation technique. Working with 3D objects or modelling clay spend the day creating a short animated film which will be made available to you via digital download. Sat 18 May | 10am–4pm $102/ members $92
"Great tuition and enthusiasm from the teacher – will definitely be back for more! Thank you" STUDENT FEEDBACK
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how to enrol Online
Refund Policy
Visit fac.org.au/learning
Please read carefully before booking a course or workshop.
By Phone 9432 9555 Mon–Fri 9am–5pm Sat & Sun 10am–5pm (or fax 9430 6613) with credit card payment ONLY (Mastercard and Visa accepted)
By Mail Enclose cheque (payable to City of Fremantle) or fill in the credit card details on the enrolment form on page 48 and post it to: Fremantle Arts Centre PO Box 891, Fremantle WA 6959
In Person Visit FAC, 1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle and enrol at reception. Mon–Fri 9am–5pm Sat & Sun 10am–5pm Cash, cheque, eftpos and credit card accepted
Accessability FAC is a heritage listed building with access limitations. If you have any special requirements please contact reception before enrolling in a course.
Fees are paid in advance and your place is only confirmed by payment. If you are unable to attend, notice must be given five days before the course commences to receive a credit note, less 20% administration fee, redeemable within 12 months. If a class is cancelled by FAC due to lack of participants FAC will refund your money in full. The tuition fee does not include the cost of your materials. For material requirements see course outlines at fac.org.au/learning While every effort is made to run courses as publicised, on occasion changes to location and tutor of a course may need to be made. FAC reserves the right to make these changes. In this event no refund or credit will be given.
Enrolment Dates Kids Holiday from 25 March Members from 2 April Non-Members from 8 April
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Wooden Bilbies by Tim Leaversuch $66 each
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found at fremantle arts centre
FOUND at Fremantle Arts Centre presents carefully selected Western Australian art, craft, books and design objects. Celebrating both traditional and contemporary techniques, every piece has been handpicked for its quality, design and superb craftsmanship. Gift vouchers available.
7 days 10am–5pm fac.org.au/shop 9432 9569
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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
how to get here By public transport Catch the free CAT bus from Fremantle Train Station By car Fremantle Arts Centre is on the corner of Finnerty and Ord Streets Street parking available
opening times Open 7 days 10am–5pm and exhibition openings, night classes and events Easter Monday April 1 Anzac Day April 25 Western Australia Day June 3 Closed Good Friday March 29
entry Free admission to galleries Free and ticketed events
grounds Free WiFi Children welcome Sorry, no dogs
café Canvas Restaurant Fully licensed 7 days 8am–4pm (kitchen closes at 2pm weekdays & 3pm weekends) and during events 08 9432 9562
shop FOUND at Fremantle Arts Centre 7 days 10am–5pm 08 9432 9569
accesibility FAC is a heritage listed building with access limitations. If you have any special requirements please contact reception before enrolling in a course.
Finance Officer Liz Telford Finance Assistant Christine Lofthouse Reception Caroline Brook Sheridan Coleman Joanna Brown robi szalay Gwen Edwards Retail Assistants Lucy Graf Joanna Brown Jenny Dawson Kate Jones
Director Jim Cathcart
Events Assistants Kate MacPherson Todd Pickett James Siggins
General Manager Pete Stone
Grounds & Technician George Gregson
fac staff
Curator Dr Ric Spencer Exhibitions Coordinator Erin Coates Fac Print Award Coordinator Simone Johnston Gallery Officers Simone Johnston Tom Freeman City of Fremantle Art Collection Curator André Lipscombe Moores Building Exhibitions Coordinator Richie Kuhaupt Residencies and Studios Coordinator Bevan Honey Education Coordinator deborah Haslam Shop Manager Gabrielle Howlett Communications Coordinator david craddock Events Coordinator Marcus Dickson Communications Assistant maria noakes Graphic Designer matthew saville
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become a member of fremantle arts centre
Enjoy FAC in the most rewarding way possible – as a member. Personal Invitations Receive an invitation to FAC’s exhibitions and major events. What’s On Brochure FAC’s quarterly program will be mailed directly to you before it’s available to the general public. Be the first to hear about upcoming exhibitions and events. Learning Program Advance notice and preferential booking service for all adult learning courses.
FAC Discounts Receive up to eight 10% discounts in our shop, FOUND at FAC, and on adult learning courses. More Discounts Members are offered discounts to numerous local businesses including Jackson’s Drawing Supplies, picture framers, Luna Cinemas and The Butcher Shop.
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become a member Renewal of Membership
new membership
individual $63 concession (card holders only) $47 Household (2 adults) $113
enrol in a course course 1 name dates tuition fee course 2 name dates tuition fee enrolment dates from 25 march – kids holiday program from 2 april – members from 8 april – non-members
special requirements fac is a heritage listed building with access limitations. if you have any special requirements please contact reception before enrolling in a course.
contact details first name
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surname address postcode Phone Number/s email i would like to receive the fac e-newsletter
payment Cheque (Payable to city of fremantle) Credit Card (Mastercard or visa accepted) credit card no expiry date cardholder signature
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april tues 2 fri 5 mon 8 tues 2 fri 12 fri 12 fri 12 fri 12 sat 13 mon 22 fri 26
courses members enrol moores exhibition opening animal courses non-members enrol courses members enrol exhibition opening mad about you exhibition opening peter dailey exhibition opening sally-ann rowland exhibition opening michael bullock artspoken peter dailey, sally-ann rowland, and michael bullock courses kids holiday classes begin moores exhibition opening 25under25
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courses adult term begins moores exhibition opening traces of motion, carolyn griffiths & joanne duffy music the kooks artspoken stuart elliot and dale alcock talk about peter dailey's apparition artspoken open studios, trevor bly, shannon williamson, and lacey mckinney moores exhibition opening laszlo lukas
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exhibition opening helen maudsley exhibition opening michaela gleave exhibition opening jacob ogden smith exhibition opening tanya lee exhibition opening city of fremantle art collection artspoken tanya lee, jacob ogden smith, and michaela gleave artspoken the clipperton project moores building 2013 aipp wa epson professional photographers award
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may mon 6 fri 10 sun 12 wed 15 wed 15 fri 31
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june fri 7 fri 7 fri 7 fri 7 fri 7 sat 8 thur 20 sat 22
south lawn concert sun 12 may south lawn | tickets from fac.oztix.com.au
The Kooks Don't miss British indie pop favourites The Kooks playing at FAC's South Lawn.
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print award 2013 supported by little creatures brewing
entries now open Fremantle Arts Centre Print Award, supported by Little Creatures Brewing, is Australia’s premier printmaking award and presents a showcase of Australia’s finest prints and artists’ books. Entries now open. Deadline 7 June 5pm. Enter online at fac.org.au/facpa or call 9432 9555 for further information.
$15,000 Acquisitive Prize with work selected for the City of Fremantle Art Collection, WA’s largest municipal collection
$5,000 Non-Acquisitive Prize
Exhibition runs Sat 21 Sept–Sun 17 Nov
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