What's on at Arts Mildura - August to September

This August, two of Mildura's most accomplished textile artists, Valarie Robinson and Lyn MacDonald have created the following workshops to coincide with their concurrent exhibitions in Gallery F: "Waste Not, Want Not" by Valarie Robinson,  and "Biophilia" by Lyn MacDonald.

This is an opportunity not to be missed for lovers of the arts of textiles and book making, to learn at hands of these two experienced artists and teachers.  For more information on any of the workshops, you are invited to contact Valarie directly on 0408 018 342, or by email at  valarob@bigpond.com

SLOW STITCHING / Book now
with Valarie Robinson

Saturday 31^st August, 10 am- 1 pm
$25
Meditative and relaxing, stitch the slow way by hand. Beginners or more advanced will work on their own individual projects, using simple materials and easy running stitches.
A kit can be provided if you let Valarie know your requirements.

SIMPLE BOOK MAKING / Book now
with Valarie Robinson

Saturday 24th August, 10 am - noon.
$25
Save your best thoughts in these 2 books using simple techniques.
Recycle a calendar, old drawing papers, or papers from a student art journal.  Or use new papers:  it’s up to you. Easy folding techniques and lots of stimulating ideas as you create!

WET FELTING / Book now
with Lyn MacDonald

Saturday 17th August 10 am-1 pm
$25

Learn the art of felting using wool tops, silk and yarns. Materials and basic kit supplied.

Arts Mildura acknowledges the First Nations People of this land upon which we  work, and Arts Mildura is located; and pays respect to the land, its people, water, and animals.