Yarrila Arts and Museum

Yaamanga (around here)
2023-09-16 00:00 - 2030-12-31 23:59 (Australia/Sydney)
Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy

Program, Workshop

Yaamanga (around here) installation view

Program, Workshop

Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy
When

8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm

Reserve your spot

Yaamanga (around here) is an ongoing exhibition exploring the history and identity of the Coffs Coast through themes of place, community and belonging, with Gumbaynggirr culture at its heart. This interactive exhibition features hundreds of objects, photographs, artworks and films from the Yarrila Arts and Museum collection. A key highlight of Yaamanga (around here) is the short film, Daalga Nginundi Wajaarr (Sing Your Country), which is informed by Yuludarla’s (Gumbaynggirr Creator) journey from north to south exploring miirlarl (sacred places), culture and history through song and cinema. The piece is a celebration of language and its revival and is an invitation for all people to learn the story of this place. It explores untold histories of Country; its triumphs and its sorrow and the dialogue Gumbaynggirr people have every day with her.Daalga Nginundi Wajaarr (Sing Your Country) was created by Alison Page and Nik Lachajczak of ZAKPAGE. The score is a reworking of a medley of traditional songs by Gumbaynggirr artist, Birrugan Dunn-Velasco, with the inclusion of post-modern instrumentation and sounds from Country.This artwork is dedicated to the Gumbaynggirr people; it is their ancestral lands upon which we live and work; they who are so generous with their cultural knowledge and lore in the making of this film.

A still image captured from Daalga Nginundi Wajaarr Sing Your Country

Find out more about Daalga Nginundi Wajarr Sing your Country

CREATIVE LAB: Experimental Art and Design Term 3
2026-07-28 16:00 - 2026-09-15 17:30
CREATIVE LAB: Experimental Art and Design Term 3

Program, Workshop

CREATIVE LAB: Experimental Art and Design is a hands‑on after‑school program for ages 9–13 that brings together science, technology, engineering and maths through experimental art processes and techniques (STEAM).

Program, Workshop

Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy
When

8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm

Reserve your spot

Through creative making, participants will experiment with simple materials and reimagined finds, exploring movement, light and energy to create exciting, contemporary artworks.

Classes will include:

– Glow and phosphorescence experiments layered with art, design and photography

– Designing drawing machines powered by motors, water and wind

– Experimenting with UV‑reactive ‘light drawing’

– Making moving artworks inspired by flight and air

– Transforming sound into unexpected drawings

– Bio-inspired object design based on nature

Participants will practice creative thinking and problem‑solving, while building confidence through making, testing, adapting and sharing their ideas in a fun and supportive studio environment.All materials provided. Old clothes recommended.

Cost: $100 for the 8-week program.

Creative Kids vouchers accepted. Vouchers can be redeemed during the Eventbrite booking process. Only valid vouchers will be accepted.

Places are limited – book early to secure your spot!

Email yamprograms@chcc.nsw.gov.au for all enquiries.

Studio Kids @ YAM Term 3
2026-07-29 16:00 - 2026-09-16 17:00
Studio Kids @ YAM Term 3

Program, Workshop

This children’s art program offers a fun and engaging exploration of creativity through a range of hands-on activities.

Program, Workshop

Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy
When

8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm

Reserve your spot

Young artists will capture movement through line and colour, experiment with mixed media collage, explore ideas of place, play with shadows, develop expressive mark making, and create artworks inspired by land and sky. With time spent working both freely and on the easels, young artists will build confidence, develop skills and be encouraged to explore their own ideas in a supportive and imaginative environment.

Each week, students begin with a guided gallery visit with an artist educator, exploring artworks and ideas as inspiration. This is followed by studio-based artmaking activities ranging from painting and drawing to sculpture and mixed media, where participants experiment with materials, learn new techniques, and develop their own creative responses.

Location: Yarrila Arts and Museum Dates: 8-week intensive after school program during Term 3, 29 July – 16 September 2026Time: 4:00 – 5:00pmCost: $100 for the 8-week programAges: 8 – 12 year oldsAll materials provided, aprons available but old clothes recommended.

Creative Kids vouchers accepted. Vouchers can be redeemed during the Eventbrite booking process. Only valid vouchers will be accepted.

Email yamprograms@chcc.nsw.gov.au for all other enquiries.
