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SUMMARY:Long Pose Portrait Session
DESCRIPTION:Long Pose Portrait Session		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Join artist Seabastion Toast for a relaxed\, inspiring long pose drawing experience at Yarrila Arts and Museum.			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nObserve. Develop\, Perfect.   \n\n\n\nThese untutored sessions\, held one Sunday each month\, offer three hours of uninterrupted creative time\, perfect for artists of all levels to slow down\, focus deeply\, and connect with the clothed figure through longer\, sustained poses.  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re just beginning or looking to push your creative boundaries\, this is your chance to:  \n\n\n\n– Sharpen your observation skills  \n\n\n\n– Refine your technique in your chosen medium  \n\n\n\n– Develop more layered\, detailed works overtime  \n\n\n\nWork at your own pace in a calm\, welcoming environment. While there’s no formal instruction\, Seabastion will draw and paint alongside participants\, providing a unique glimpse into her personal process and approach to figurative art.  \n\n\n\nEach session is gently facilitated to ensure a supportive and respectful atmosphere\, making it the ideal setting to experiment\, grow\, or simply enjoy a few uninterrupted hours of creative flow.  \n\n\n\nSessions are ticketed individually and run monthly. Each one is a fresh opportunity to reconnect with your practice and other artists.  \n\n\n\nDuration: 3 hours (with regular short breaks – tea coffee and biscuits provided)  \n\n\n\nAll mediums are welcome\, including drawing\, painting\, and mixed media. Basic materials such as paper\, charcoal\, graphite\, and a small selection of acrylic paints will be provided. If you’d like to work with other materials\, feel free to bring your own – just ensure they’re low-irritant and easy to clean up.  \n\n\n\nModel: Clothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting) \n\n\n\nFacilitator: Seabastion Toast \n\n\n\nEquipment: Easels\, stool\, chair\, clips and boards provided
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/long-pose-portrait-session
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260620T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260620T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260424T065859Z
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SUMMARY:Stamp It: Upcycled T-Shirt Print Lab
DESCRIPTION:Stamp ItUpcycled T-Shirt Print Lab		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Led by artist Marc Renshaw\, this creative printmaking workshop invites participants to transform a plain or pre‑loved cotton T‑shirt or fabric bag into a one‑of‑a‑kind wearable artwork. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nStep into the playful\, hands‑on world of RELICS: A New World Rises\, where everyday materials are reimagined and given bold new purpose. \n\n\n\nLed by artist Marc Renshaw\, this creative printmaking workshop invites participants to transform a plain or pre‑loved cotton T‑shirt or fabric bag into a one‑of‑a‑kind wearable artwork. Using blocks\, lino stamps and experimental print textures\, you’ll explore pattern\, repetition and layout – turning familiar materials into something fresh\, graphic and expressive. \n\n\n\nPart upcycling\, part experimentation\, this session is all about creative reuse\, curiosity and happy accidents. Bring something old\, leave with something entirely new – and uniquely yours. \n\n\n\nParticipants are asked to bring a plain cotton T‑shirt or cotton/canvas bag for printing. \n\n\n\nAbout the artistMarc Renshaw is a contemporary local artist whose practice champions accessibility\, experimentation and sustainable creative processes. Working across drawing\, printmaking\, street art and painting\, he is the founder of Big Fig Arts and The Bellinger Print Social\, an open‑access printmaking studio.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/stamp-it-upcycled-t-shirt-print-lab
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260530T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260530T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
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SUMMARY:Cardboard Forms: Old School Foundations\, Contemporary Sculpture Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Cardboard Forms: Old School FoundationsContemporary Sculpture Workshop		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				In this hands‑on sculpture workshop\, artist Nick Warfield invites participants to transform humble cereal‑box cardboard into bold\, contemporary sculptural forms. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\nNick Warfield\, Bee Eater\, metal sculpture. Image courtesy of the artist.\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nStep into the creative mindset of RELICS: A New World Rises\, where familiar materials are reimagined and nothing is as ordinary as it first appears. \n\n\n\nIn this hands‑on sculpture workshop\, artist Nick Warfield invites participants to transform humble cereal‑box cardboard into bold\, contemporary sculptural forms. Drawing on both classic construction methods and experimental approaches\, the session explores form\, structure and balance – turning everyday waste into dynamic three‑dimensional works. \n\n\n\nDesigned for curious beginners and experienced makers alike\, this workshop is all about testing ideas\, solving problems and seeing overlooked materials in entirely new ways. Expect plenty of cutting\, binding\, shaping and building as you rethink what sculpture can be. \n\n\n\nAbout the artistNick Warfield is a local sculptor whose background in engineering and building design informs his found‑object and assemblage practice. Working primarily with salvaged and recycled materials—including timber\, steel and automotive parts sourced from commercial waste – Nick’s work reflects a deep interest in structure\, material intelligence and sustainable making.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/cardboard-forms-old-school-foundations-contemporary-sculpture-workshop
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260528T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260429T062016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T062018Z
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SUMMARY:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:Drew HopperWest of Somewhere EastExhibition Opening 		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Yarrila Arts and Museum invites you and your guests to the opening of Drew Hopper West of Somewhere East\n 			\n			\n\n\n\n\nDrew Hopper\, Hills Hoist\, 2020\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nYarrila Arts and Museum invites you and your guests to the opening of Drew Hopper I West of Somewhere East Thursday 28 May\, 5:30 – 7:00pmFree entryLight refreshments provided. YAM Bar openYarrila Arts and Museum
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/drew-hopper-west-of-somewhere-east-exhibition-opening
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260429T061952Z
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SUMMARY:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East
DESCRIPTION:Drew HopperWest of Somewhere East		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				West Of Somewhere East is a photographic series tracing a cinematic journey through the interior of New South Wales\, shaped by long drives\, fleeting encounters\, and the reflective rhythm of return. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\nDrew Hopper\, Hills Hoist\, 2020\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nGrounded in Drew Hopper’s upbringing travelling across Australia\, West Of Somewhere East reflects a way of seeing that is formed through movement\, both observational and deeply personal.Situated within post-documentary practice\, the series resists straightforward description. Rather than documenting the Australian interior\, the photographs act as meditations on perception\, memory\, and atmosphere\, where seeing is inseparable from feeling.Composed through quiet attention to light\, texture\, and form\, the images gather fragments of the in-between: roadside geometries\, weathered surfaces\, and shifting spatial tensions. Together\, they reveal a subdued Australia\, shaped by suggestion rather than spectacle.Within the Great Southern Land\, the landscape emerges as both vast and intimate – marked by distance\, resilience\, and quiet transformation. Human presence lingers only in traces\, set against the enduring scale of the land.Balancing observation and interpretation\, the series blurs the line between document and image. It becomes a space where place and memory converge.Ultimately\, West Of Somewhere East is a study in attentiveness\, a quiet meditation on movement\, perception\, and the enduring resonance of the Australian interior.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/drew-hopper-west-of-somewhere-east
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260517T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260517T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260416T055522Z
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UID:6939-1779013800-1779024600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Long Pose Portrait Session
DESCRIPTION:Long Pose Portrait Session		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Join artist Seabastion Toast for a relaxed\, inspiring long pose drawing experience at Yarrila Arts and Museum.			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nObserve. Develop\, Perfect.   \n\n\n\nThese untutored sessions\, held one Sunday each month\, offer three hours of uninterrupted creative time\, perfect for artists of all levels to slow down\, focus deeply\, and connect with the clothed figure through longer\, sustained poses.  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re just beginning or looking to push your creative boundaries\, this is your chance to:  \n\n\n\n– Sharpen your observation skills  \n\n\n\n– Refine your technique in your chosen medium  \n\n\n\n– Develop more layered\, detailed works overtime  \n\n\n\nWork at your own pace in a calm\, welcoming environment. While there’s no formal instruction\, Seabastion will draw and paint alongside participants\, providing a unique glimpse into her personal process and approach to figurative art.  \n\n\n\nEach session is gently facilitated to ensure a supportive and respectful atmosphere\, making it the ideal setting to experiment\, grow\, or simply enjoy a few uninterrupted hours of creative flow.  \n\n\n\nSessions are ticketed individually and run monthly. Each one is a fresh opportunity to reconnect with your practice and other artists.  \n\n\n\nDuration: 3 hours (with regular short breaks – tea coffee and biscuits provided)  \n\n\n\nAll mediums are welcome\, including drawing\, painting\, and mixed media. Basic materials such as paper\, charcoal\, graphite\, and a small selection of acrylic paints will be provided. If you’d like to work with other materials\, feel free to bring your own – just ensure they’re low-irritant and easy to clean up.  \n\n\n\nModel: Clothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting) \n\n\n\nFacilitator: Seabastion Toast \n\n\n\nEquipment: Easels\, stool\, chair\, clips and boards provided
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/long-pose-portrait-sessions
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260514T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260514T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260424T034727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T065924Z
UID:6963-1778779800-1778787000@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:The Rubbish Renaissance: Jewellery\, Jazz & Gin
DESCRIPTION:The Rubbish RenaissanceJewellery\, Jazz & Gin		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				This evening jewellery‑making workshop invites you to transform everyday waste into wearable relics\, set to a smooth jazz soundtrack and paired with Emerald Island Gin cocktails. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nStep into the after‑hours world of RELICS: A New World Rises\, where forgotten materials are reimagined and nothing is quite what it was before. \n\n\n\nThis evening jewellery‑making workshop invites you to transform everyday waste into wearable relics\, set to a smooth jazz soundtrack and paired with Emerald Island Gin cocktails. In a relaxed\, social two‑hour Thursday night session\, participants will experiment with plastic bottles\, aluminium cans and repurposed gems – turning discarded materials into bold\, one‑of‑a‑kind pieces. \n\n\n\nInspired by RELICS’ playful take on sustainability and creative reuse\, this workshop celebrates curiosity\, reinvention and the unexpected—because even the smallest off‑cuts can spark the most surprising transformations. \n\n\n\nYour ticket includes: \n\n\n\n–  All materials (rescued\, repurposed and ready for reinvention)– Step‑by‑step creative guidance– A crafted Emerald Island Gin cocktail (or two!)– A laid‑back\, after‑hours making experience inspired by the world of RELICSNo prior experience needed – just an open mind and a willingness to see old things differently.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/the-rubbish-renaissance-jewellery-jazz-gin
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260429T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260617T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260402T062642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T062954Z
UID:6885-1777478400-1781717400@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Studio Kids @ YAM
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n							\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nThis children’s art program offers a fun and engaging exploration of creativity through a range of hands-on activities. 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.  \n\n\n\nEach 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.  \n\n\n\nLocation: Yarrila Arts and Museum  Dates:  8-week intensive after school program during Term 2\, 29 April to 17 June 2026Time: 4:00 – 5:30pmCost: $100 for the 8-week programAges: 8 – 12 year oldsAll materials provided\, aprons available but old clothes recommended.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCreative Kids vouchers accepted. Vouchers can be redeemed during the Eventbrite booking process. Only valid vouchers will be accepted.  \n\n\n\nEmail yamprograms@chcc.nsw.gov.au for all other enquiries. 
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/studio-kids-yam
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260429T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260429T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20251024T045444Z
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SUMMARY:Take a Moment in April
DESCRIPTION:Take a Moment in April		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Take a Moment in April offers a creative pause in the middle of your busy week. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nThis well-being program invites you to slow down\, recharge\, and reconnect. \n\n\n\nEnjoy a mix of guided tours and hands‑on creative sessions designed to inspire creativity and mindfulness. \n\n\n\nTake a break. Explore your creativity. Recharge your mind. \n\n\n\nThis month participants can join a guided tour and take part in a guided artmaking session.At midday join YAM’s Senior Curator for a guided exhibition tour of YAM.Any time from 12:00 – 1:30pm take part in the guided artmaking session as a restorative experience exploring your creativity. Workshop facilitators will be available to guide participants. There will be drawing and mixed media art supplies available for a creative art making session.Participants can join at any time throughout the session and stay for little or as long as they like.Whether you’re looking for a moment of mindful creativity\, a cultural escape\, or a relaxed way to catch up with friends\, Take a Moment in March offers a welcoming space to pause and resetBookings are recommended but not essential. Free tea and coffee are available\, and participants can bring their lunch.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/take-a-moment
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260408T065123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T020221Z
UID:6888-1776965400-1776970800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Kate Mackay: Everything at once Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n							\n			\n\n\n\n\nKate Mackay\, 2 pieces (detail)\, oil on canvas. Image courtesy of the artist.\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nYarrila Arts and Museum invites you and your guests to the opening of Kate Mackay I Everything at onceThursday 23 April\, 5:30 – 7:00pmFree entryLight refreshments provided. YAM Bar openYarrila Arts and Museum
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/kate-mackay-everything-at-once-exhibition-opening
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260402T060212Z
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UID:6864-1776938400-1779638400@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Kate Mackay: Everything at once
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n							\n			\n\n\n\n\nKate Mackay\, 2 pieces (detail)\, oil on canvas. Image courtesy of the artist.\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nPainter and sculptor Kate Mackay works within the genre of the non-objective and geometric abstraction. Her work is an exploration of repetition\, process and random difference within uniformity\, in which series of works are created by repeated combinations of simple elements\, often leading to inevitable imperfections.Everything at Once brings together a series of oil‑on‑canvas works into a single large‑scale installation. Each painting translates a written quote—from artists\, writers and philosophers spanning 320 BC to 2024—into a geometric field of squares and circles\, turning reflections on art‑making into visual patterns that obscure their original meaning.Using stencils to make the work introduces chance into the process\, randomising colour placement and revealing unexpected relationships. When assembled\, the individual works also generate a new\, accidental narrative. Across the installation\, chance\, process and perception shape both the making of the works and the meanings that surface.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/kate-mackay-everything-at-once
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260419T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260419T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T050811Z
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SUMMARY:Long Pose Portrait Sessions 
DESCRIPTION:Long Pose Portrait Sessions 		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Join artist Seabastion Toast for a relaxed\, inspiring long pose drawing experience at Yarrila Arts and Museum.			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nObserve. Develop\, Perfect.   \n\n\n\nThese untutored sessions\, held one Sunday each month\, offer three hours of uninterrupted creative time\, perfect for artists of all levels to slow down\, focus deeply\, and connect with the clothed figure through longer\, sustained poses.  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re just beginning or looking to push your creative boundaries\, this is your chance to:  \n\n\n\n– Sharpen your observation skills  \n\n\n\n– Refine your technique in your chosen medium  \n\n\n\n– Develop more layered\, detailed works overtime  \n\n\n\nWork at your own pace in a calm\, welcoming environment. While there’s no formal instruction\, Seabastion will draw and paint alongside participants\, providing a unique glimpse into her personal process and approach to figurative art.  \n\n\n\nEach session is gently facilitated to ensure a supportive and respectful atmosphere\, making it the ideal setting to experiment\, grow\, or simply enjoy a few uninterrupted hours of creative flow.  \n\n\n\nSessions are ticketed individually and run monthly. Each one is a fresh opportunity to reconnect with your practice and other artists.  \n\n\n\nDuration: 3 hours (with regular short breaks – tea coffee and biscuits provided)  \n\n\n\nAll mediums are welcome\, including drawing\, painting\, and mixed media. Basic materials such as paper\, charcoal\, graphite\, and a small selection of acrylic paints will be provided. If you’d like to work with other materials\, feel free to bring your own – just ensure they’re low-irritant and easy to clean up.  \n\n\n\nModel: Clothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting) \n\n\n\nFacilitator: Seabastion Toast \n\n\n\nEquipment: Easels\, stool\, chair\, clips and boards provided
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/long-pose-portrait-sessions-2
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260417T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260320T033453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T064135Z
UID:6686-1776434400-1776441600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:RELICS Youth Week Special Event
DESCRIPTION:Youth Week Special Event! Youth run tour of RELICS: A New World Rises		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				To celebrate Youth Week\, the YAM Young Creatives will be leading special Youth Tours designed by young people\, for young people through RELICS: A New World Rises. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\nImage credit Sia Duff\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nGet behind‑the‑scenes insights hear what inspired the RELICS creators and take part in a scavenger hunt.  \n\n\n\nAfter your guided tour\, you are welcome to stay and explore the exhibition at your own pace or get creative in the RELICS Play Space.  \n\n\n\nPlease note: Adults attending with young people or younger siblings will need to purchase their own exhibition ticket separately.  \n\n\n\nBookings are essential\, as spots are limited\, so be sure to book!  \n\n\n\nBlock 1 – 2:00pm – 2:15pm Youth Tour – participants can then view the exhibition on their own until 4pm \n\n\n\nBlock 2 – 2:20pm – 2:35pm Youth Tour – participants can then view the exhibition on their own until 4pm \n\n\n\nBlock 3 2:45pm – 3:00pm Youth Tour – participants can then view the exhibition on their own until 4pm
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/relics-youth-week-special-event
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260320T033525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T033527Z
UID:6727-1775728800-1775736000@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Expressive Painting With Kelly Joy
DESCRIPTION:Expressive painting with Kelly Joy		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Join artist Kelly Joy for a fun and inspiring painting class designed to spark creativity and build confidence. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nYoung artists will explore colour\, layers\, and playful techniques while creating their own unique artworks in a supportive\, hands-on environment.   \n\n\n\nPerfect for all skill levels\, this class encourages self-expression\, curiosity and the joy of making art. Come ready to paint\, play and discover. 
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/expressive-painting-with-kelly-joy
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260408T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260320T033549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T033551Z
UID:6721-1775642400-1775649600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:STEAM Challenge: Future Makers Lab
DESCRIPTION:STEAM Challenge: Future Makers Lab 		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Young innovators are invited to roll up their sleeves and imagine a greener tomorrow in this hands‑on STEAM sustainability challenge!			\n			\n\n\n\n\nYoung inventor working in his laboratory\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nIn this dynamic workshop\, kids will explore real‑world environmental problems and dream-up creative solutions using science\, technology\, engineering\, art and maths.  \n\n\n\nInspired by RELICS: A New World Rises participants will be given an unused item and challenged to reinvent it for a better future. The session is packed with brainstorming\, building\, testing and plenty of creative chaos!  \n\n\n\nAlong the way\, kids will discover how a fresh perspective can spark cleaner\, smarter planet-friendly ideas.   \n\n\n\nA fun\, empowering experience that ignites curiosity\, teamwork and environmental awareness. 
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/steam-challenge-future-makers-lab
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260419T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260320T033725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T045738Z
UID:6707-1775296800-1776592800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Autumn School Holidays
DESCRIPTION:Autumn School Holidays at YAM		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				These autumn school holidays\, Yarrila Arts and Museum invites children\, families and young people to explore\, create and imagine together. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nFrom discovering local stories and hands‑on making to STEAM workshops and youth‑led experiences\, YAM’s holiday program is packed with playful learning and creative fun.  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re dropping in for a self‑guided trail\, joining a workshop\, or stepping inside the immersive world of RELICS: A New World Rises\, there are plenty of opportunities to spark curiosity\, build confidence and enjoy meaningful creative time together.  \n\n\n\nPerfect for families\, budding artists and young innovators\, YAM is your go‑to destination for inspiring\, screen‑free school holiday adventures! \n\n\n\nChildren and Family Trail \n\n\n\nDiscover Coffs Harbour’s history these school holidays with our free\, self‑guided  trail for YAM’s interactive social history exhibition Yaamanga (around here). Families can explore local stories\, objects and hidden treasures throughout the exhibition at their own pace. Drop in anytime\, no bookings required.When: All school holidays during gallery hoursCost: FreeAges: Families\, 6-10 year olds \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrop‑in RELICS Play Space \n\n\n\nBuild\, imagine and create in the RELICS Play Space\, a free\, drop‑in LEGO® building zone where you become part of the exhibition! Inspired by the worlds of RELICS\, this hands‑on space invites children\, families and curious minds of all ages to design\, build and display their own creations. Whether you’re constructing a tiny civilisation or experimenting with bold ideas\, the RELICS Play Space offers a relaxed\, playful environment to explore creativity together. \n\n\n\nTime: Gallery hoursCost: FREE – drop in\, no bookings requiredAges: Families \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrop‑in RELICS Family Challenges   \n\n\n\nLooking for a creative holiday activity\, the whole family can enjoy? Visit YAM these school holidays and take part in our drop‑in RELICS family Challenges! Inspired by RELICS: A New World Rises\, kids can unleash their imaginations as they repurpose an everyday object into something totally new for a mini-figure community.When: All holidays in gallery hoursCost: FREE – drop in\, no bookings requiredAges: Families \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSTEAM Challenge: Future Makers Lab  \n\n\n\nYoung innovators are invited to roll up their sleeves and imagine a greener tomorrow in this hands‑on STEAM sustainability challenge!  \n\n\n\nIn this dynamic workshop\, kids will explore real‑world environmental problems and dream-up creative solutions using science\, technology\, engineering\, art and maths. When: Wednesday 8 AprilCost: $10 Ages: 8 – 14 year olds  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpressive Painting With Kelly JoyJoin artist Kelly Joy for a fun and inspiring painting class designed to spark creativity and build confidence. Young artists will explore colour\, layers\, and playful techniques while creating their own unique artworks in a supportive\, hands-on environment.  When: Thursday 9 AprilCost: $20Ages: 8 – 12 year olds \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Week Special Event! Youth Run Tour Of RELICS: A New World Rises \n\n\n\nTo celebrate Youth Week\, the YAM Young Creatives will be leading special Youth Tours designed by young people\, for young people through RELICS: A New World Rises. Get behind‑the‑scenes insights hear what inspired the RELICS creators and take part in a scavenger hunt. When: Friday 17 April Cost: FREEAges: 12 – 25 year olds 
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/autumn-school-holidays
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260419T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260320T033707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T064042Z
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SUMMARY:Drop‑in RELICS Family Challenges  
DESCRIPTION:Drop‑in holiday fun at YAM! RELICS family challenges  		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Looking for a creative holiday activity\, the whole family can enjoy? 			\n			\n\n\n\n\nImage credit Auckland Museum\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nDive into the RELICS Family Challenges\, a free drop‑in experience where imagination takes centre stage. \n\n\n\nWorking together\, kids and adults are invited to repurpose an everyday object into something entirely new for a LEGO® minifigure community. This self‑paced\, hands‑on activity is perfect for tinkerers\, dreamers and builders of all ages. Simply collect a challenge card and object\, then let your ideas lead the way. \n\n\n\nChildren must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/relics-family-challenges
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260419T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260320T033626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T034631Z
UID:6717-1775296800-1776592800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Children and Family Trail
DESCRIPTION:Children and Family Trail		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Discover Coffs Harbour’s history these school holidays. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\nImage Credit:  and the trees photography\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nDiscover Coffs Harbour’s history these school holidays with our free\, self‑guided  trail for YAM’s interactive social history exhibition Yaamanga (around here).  \n\n\n\nFamilies can explore local stories\, objects and hidden treasures throughout the exhibition at their own pace.  \n\n\n\nDrop in anytime\, no bookings required.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/children-and-family-trail
CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260328T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260328T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260303T060811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T063931Z
UID:6616-1774697400-1774701000@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Meet the RELICS creators: Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Hear what inspired RELICS: A New World Rises and how this exhibition came to life.			\n			\n\n\n\n\nJackson Harvey and Alex Towler\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nRELICS: A New World Rises is an immersive experience that’s equal parts nostalgic and thought-provoking\, where vintage objects and LEGO® brick creations tell tales of a possible future. Created by LEGO® Masters winners\, Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler\, RELICS inspires curiosity for all ages and invites you to explore artistic intricacy and story-telling in an extraordinary way. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a meet and greet with Alex and Jackson on RELICS opening day and hear about the inspiration for this extraordinary exhibition and how it came to life! \n\n\n\nTickets to RELICS are available separately.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/meet-the-relics-creators-jackson-harvey-and-alex-towler
CATEGORIES:Event,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260319T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260303T061327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T042333Z
UID:6602-1773941400-1773948600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Seabastion Toast: Seeing other people Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Yarrila Arts and Museum invites you and your guests to the launch of Seabastion Toast’s exhibition\, Seeing other people. Artist talk from 5:30pm\, exhibition opening 6:00 – 7:30 pm			\n			\n\n\n\n\nSeabastion Toast\, Aimee\, 2025\, oil on canvas (detail)\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nJoin us for the launch of Seabastion Toast’s exhibition\, Seeing other people. \n\n\n\nEvent begins at 5:30pm on Thursday 19 March \n\n\n\nArtist talk in the gallery from 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nYAM Bar open from 6:00 pm with light refreshments provided. \n\n\n\nEvent concludes 7:30 pm
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/seabastion-toast-seeing-other-people-exhibition-opening
CATEGORIES:Event,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260303T061238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T233023Z
UID:6596-1773914400-1776607200@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Seabastion Toast Seeing other people
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Through portraiture\, Seabastion Toast examines observation as both discipline and encounter in Seeing other people. Each work negotiates the space between what is seen and what is felt\, between the speed of recognition and the slower accumulation of paint.			\n			\n\n\n\n\nSeabastion Toast\, Aimee\, 2025\, oil on canvas (detail)\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nWhen invited to participate in Australia’s first televised Portrait Artist of the Year\, Seabastion Toast had never painted alla prima (wet on wet technique) nor completed a work in under four hours. Faced with the constraint of speed and public scrutiny\, she did what she always does when confronted with a challenge: she trained. \n\n\n\nFor eleven weeks\, five days a week\, for four hours a day\, she restructured her process around immediacy and sustained observation. The resulting works\, many of which form this exhibition\, document that period of concentrated looking. Some remain raw four-hour studies\, while others have been further developed. Together they trace a shift in method while extending an ongoing investigation into perception.Anchored in portraiture but grounded in broader concerns of composition and attention\, these paintings examine observation as both discipline and encounter. Each work negotiates the space between what is seen and what is felt\, between the speed of recognition and the slower accumulation of paint.Working from both familiar and unfamiliar faces\, the paintings reflect on presence and on what remains when a fleeting encounter is translated into pigment. Some retain the urgency of their making; others carry the density of extended looking. Throughout\, light\, value and structure are used to test how perception shifts across a surface.These works invite the viewer not simply to look\, but to see through the changing conditions of light\, time and touch.Seabastion Toast is a contemporary Australian painter based on the mid-North Coast of NSW. Working primarily with figurative subjects\, interiors and domestic spaces\, she constructs structurally rigorous compositions that balance clarity\, pattern and atmosphere. Her paintings investigate the act of looking and the texture of everyday life\, using colour and value to carry emotional and narrative weight.Toast has been a regular finalist in major national prizes including the Portia Geach Memorial Award\, Mosman Art Prize\, Glover Prize and Sunshine Coast Art Prizes. In 2024 she won the $40\,000 Percival Portrait Prize and has twice received the Darcy Doyle Landscape Prize. In 2025 she appeared on ABC’s Portrait Artist of the Year Australia.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/seabastion-toast-seeing-other-people
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260314T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260104T230535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T053728Z
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SUMMARY:Deborah Kelly CREATION Performance 
DESCRIPTION:Deborah KellyCREATION Performance 		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Step into a living contemporary art ceremony at YAM.			\n			\n\n\n\n\nPhoto by Lucy Parakhina\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nYou are invited to an unforgettable CREATION performance by acclaimed artist Deborah Kelly and her collaborators from near and far. Experience this powerful contemporary art performance that merges ceremony\, collective ritual and visionary story telling. Known for her striking visual worlds and transformative works\, Deborah Kelly invites audiences into an immersive experience where art becomes action and community becomes creator.  This one-of-a-kind event showcases CREATION Chorale – a cohort of Coffs Coast choristers and musicians led by Ruth Kennedy along with guest soloist Natasha Rusterholz (Newcastle) and composer Lex Lindsay (Sydney). Through costumes\, song and spectacle\, this event celebrates creativity\, connection and unity.  From 5:30pm\, view Deborah Kelly’s CREATION and accompanying exhibitions in the galleries\, grab a drink at the YAM Bar\, and get hands-on with collage making inspired by CREATION before experiencing the CREATION Chorale performance in Yarrila Place’s soaring central atrium.  \n\n\n\nPlease note seating will be limited. Please contact us at yamprograms@chcc.nsw.gov.au if seating is required. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDeborah Kelly I CREATION 22 November 2025 – 15 March 2026 CREATION is a multi-dimensional and cross-disciplinary artwork developed by contemporary artist Deborah Kelly. Born from collaborations with communities across Australia\, the immersive installation featuring video\, textiles\, costumes and ceramics invites audiences to explore a queer\, climate-conscious belief system that celebrates possibility\, and collective dreaming.   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCREATION is supported by the Australian Government through Creative Australia.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/deborah-kelly-creation-performance
CATEGORIES:Event,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260309T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260309T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260211T224602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T051821Z
UID:6425-1773054000-1773059400@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Colour at play with Jan Allsopp
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Celebrate the bold playful use of colour in the work of Natalya Hughes’ exhibition The Interior in this joyful hands-on painting and collage workshop designed especially for Seniors Festival.			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nInspired by the spirited energy of contemporary art and colour play\, there are no rules. No prior painting experience is needed but experienced artists also welcome. \n\n\n\nGuided by practising artist\, Jan Allsop\, participants will experiment with paint simple marks and intuitive choices. The emphasis will be on play rather than perfection with plenty of room to chat and enjoy the process. \n\n\n\nCost: $10 seniors (Especially for Seniors Festival)| $20 general admission \n\n\n\nAll materials are provided.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/colour-at-play-with-jan-allsopp
CATEGORIES:Event,Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260309T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260309T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260211T055559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T045022Z
UID:6399-1773052200-1773054000@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Seniors Festival
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Join this gallery tour by YAM’s Senior Curator\, developed especially for Seniors Festival. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nTour includes exhibition explorations to engage the senses. Discover the hidden stories\, materials and inspirations behind selected works in the galleries.For any accessibility requirements please email: yamprograms@chcc.nsw.gov.au \n\n\n\nFollowing this tour is a paid art workshop: Colour at Play with Jan Allsopp (bookings essential).
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/seniors-week
CATEGORIES:Event,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260305T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260305T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260225T022943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T051705Z
UID:6560-1772712000-1772715600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:International Women's Day
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Celebrate International Women’s Day with a thought‑provoking panel discussion featuring Australian-French artist Janet Besançon and First Nations author Judi Morison.			\n			\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nThrough visual art and storytelling\, Janet Besançon and Judi Morison share perspectives that illuminate resilience and creativity. The panel discussion will be chaired by Annie Talve\, chair of ArtsNational Coffs Coast.  \n\n\n\nJanet Besançon’s is an Australian-French artist who explores themes of labour\, resilience\, and cultural identity in her practice. Her solo exhibition Monokini\, currently on display at Yarrila Arts and Museum\, is a powerful series of 28 abstract paintings created with French pigments\, Australian white clay\, and everyday domestic tools\, transforming objects of unpaid labour into instruments of protest and expression. Each piece reflects on the invisible\, undervalued work expected of women\, while the symbolic cycle of 28 paintings honours resilience and generational strength.   \n\n\n\nJudi Morison is a storyteller whose writing engages with truth-telling through fiction. Her debut novel\, Secrets\, which won the 2022 Boundless Indigenous Writer’s Mentorship\, was published by Bundyi in 2025 and her short fiction and poetry have been published in various literary anthologies. Judi’s historical novel manuscript\, ‘Crossing the Creek’\, was shortlisted for The Australian Fiction Prize 2025 and will be published by Bundyi in January 2027. After 23 years on Wadi Wadi Country\, where the South Coast Writers Centre was important in her writing journey\, Judi now lives gratefully on Gumbaynggirr Country. 
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/international-womens-day
CATEGORIES:Event,Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260213T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260113T022919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T222616Z
UID:6240-1771003800-1771009200@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Janet Besançon: Monokini Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Yarrila Arts and Museum invites you and your guests to the opening of Janet Besançon Monokini.			\n			\n\n\n\n\nJanet Besançon\, Monokini 4\, 2025\, pigments\, clay (detail)\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nOfficial Opening of the Exhibition \n\n\n\nEvent begins at 5:30pm on Friday 13 February and concludes at 7:00pm. \n\n\n\nLight refreshments provided. YAM Bar open
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/janet-besancon-monokini-exhibition-opening
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260212T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20251223T051806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T005410Z
UID:6131-1770917400-1770924600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Cheeky Collage & Cocktails with AlyKat (Adults 18+) 
DESCRIPTION:Cheeky Collage & Cocktails with AlyKat (Adults 18+) 		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Join us for a special workshop event at Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM).			\n			\n\n\n\n\nImage: Self portrait collage by AlyKat \n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nInspired by the bold\, provocative collage practice of Deborah Kelly and her exhibition CREATION\, this adults-only workshop invites you to make art that’s a little bit daring!  \n\n\n\n The event will start with a private tour of CREATION followed by drinks and snacks\, then a hands-on artmaking workshop led by Alykat.  \n\n\n\nUsing found imagery\, text and mixed media\, participants will create a contemporary collage that explores humour\, contradiction and delight. Expect a relaxed\, social atmosphere where rules are bent and ideas overlap. A glass of bubbles or a gin cocktail is included to help the scissors glide and the conversations flow.  \n\n\n\nNo experience necessary just bring you curiosity\, a sense of fun\, and a willingness to get a bit cheeky with your artmaking.  \n\n\n\nAll materials and refreshments are provided. 
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/cheeky-collage-cocktails-with-alykat-adults-18
CATEGORIES:Event,Program,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260212T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260315T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260109T014706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T044109Z
UID:6223-1770890400-1773568800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:Janet Besançon Monokini
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Australian–French artist Janet Besançon explores themes of labour\, resilience\, and cultural identity through a diverse range of mediums and sustainable practices. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\nJanet Besançon\, Monokini 4\, 2025\, pigments\, clay (detail)\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nHer work combines gouache\, acrylic\, oil\, pure French pigments\, and raw Gumbaynggirr country pigments with natural materials such as clay and charcoal\, grounding her art in both European and Australian traditions. \n\n\n\nMonokini is a striking series of 28 abstract paintings created using French pigments\, Australian white clay\, and everyday domestic utensils – sponges\, mops\, and kitchen tools. These objects\, often linked to unpaid household labour\, become instruments of protest and expression. The repetitive\, physical process mirrors the gestures of cleaning and caregiving\, while the final layers of white clay evoke healing\, silencing\, and erasure. \n\n\n\nThe number 28 is symbolic\, referencing the menstrual cycle and the rhythms of the female body. Through this\, Besançon honours women’s resilience and generational strength\, challenging the invisibility of domestic work. In Coffs Harbour – a city shaped by diverse migrant communities – the exhibition invites cross-cultural dialogue on gender roles and shared experiences. \n\n\n\nUltimately\, Monokini asks us to reconsider the tools we overlook\, the cycles we silence\, and the labour we too often take for granted.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/janet-besancon-monokini
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260207T000000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260315T235959
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20260104T222200Z
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SUMMARY:Natalya Hughes The Interior
DESCRIPTION:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				The Interior invites audiences into an exaggerated consultation room playfully furnished for psychoanalysis. 			\n			\n\n\n\n\nNatayla Hughes\, fabric design (detail) from The Interior\, 2022. Image courtesy of the artist.\n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nThe immersive installation combines sculptural seating\, richly patterned soft furnishings\, and uncanny object d’art\, nestled around a hand painted mural to generate a stimulating space to unpack our collective and unconscious biases. Audiences are invited to recline and be enveloped\, soothed\, and held by the furniture’s womanly forms while taking turns playing analyst and patient.The Interior is a travelling exhibition organised by the Institute of Modern Art and toured by Museums and Galleries Queensland.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/natalya-hughes-the-interior
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260122T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260122T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T005000
CREATED:20251212T044651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T104403Z
UID:6029-1769101200-1769108400@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au
SUMMARY:YAM Up Late
DESCRIPTION:YAM Up Late		\n		\n			\n\nEvent\, Exhibition		\n					\n				Step into an unforgettable night at YAM Up Late!			\n			\n\n\n\n\nImage credit: HOSSEI\, ESSSENSSSE (performance view)\, 2024. Image courtesy of Verge Gallery. Photograph Jacquie Manning. \n\n\n\n\n		\n					\n				\n					Event\, Exhibition				\n				\n					Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening				\n				When\n				\n					28 May 20265:30 pm – 7:00 pm									\n			\n						Reserve your spotPlan your visit	\n		\n		\n\nUPDATE – we’re experiencing an error with our booking system. If you get a message that tickets for YAM Up Late are sold out please disregard and join us for the event – we won’t be checking tickets. We look forward to seeing you at the event!  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nExperience an unforgettable night at YAM Up Late!  \n\n\n\nCelebrate summer evenings at Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM) with a vibrant mix of art\, music\, and flavour. Wander through exhibitions after hours\, dive into creative art-making for adults\, and enjoy live performances under the fig tree with drinks and wood-fired pizza. It’s the perfect way to wind down with friends and soak up the creative spirit of Coffs Harbour.  \n\n\n\nWhat’s on:  \n\n\n\n– A bold\, dynamic performance of ESSSENSSSE by HOSSEI  \n\n\n\n– Collage-making inspired by CREATION with artist AlyKat  \n\n\n\n– Beats by DJ Jemka to set the vibe  \n\n\n\n– Delicious pizza from OneTwoFive  \n\n\n\n–  Handcrafted gin cocktails from Emerald Island Distillery at the YAM Bar  \n\n\n\nIt’s the ultimate mix of art\, movement\, music\, and flavour — and best of all\, it’s free to attend!  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nStep into the world of ESSSENSSSE and watch the vibrant celebration of movement\, emotion and transformation. HOSSEI and his performers will bring the themes of the exhibition to life though an unforgettable mix of performance\, sound and visual expression. \n\n\n\nExpect bold colour\, playful energy\, raw emotion and a whole lot of fun! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHOSSEI I ESSSENSSSE22 November 2025 – 1 February 2026 \n\n\n\nESSSENSSSE is a joyful work about healing and new beginnings by contemporary artist HOSSEI. Featuring otherworldly sea creatures in a playful and multi-sensory aquatic themed ecosystem\, this immersive installation creates a dynamic space for all ages and abilities that invites audiences to celebrate their inner creative spirit and explore art through more than just sight. \n\n\n\nESSSENSSSE is a Verge Gallery exhibition curated by Tesha Malott\, touring in partnership with Museums & Galleries of NSW\, supported by the University of Sydney and proudly funded by the NSW Government. Verge Gallery is supported by the University of Sydney Union.
URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/6029
CATEGORIES:Event,Program
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