Yarrila Arts and Museum

Yaamanga (around here)
2023-09-16 00:00 - 2030-12-31 23:59 (Australia/Sydney)
EXTRA Long Pose Portrait Session

Program, Workshop

Yaamanga (around here) installation view

Program, Workshop

EXTRA Long Pose Portrait Session
When

25 Jul – 26 Jul 202610:30 am – 1:30 pm

Duration 6 hours over 2 days (with regular short breaks)LocationThe Workshop, Yarrila Arts and MuseumModelClothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting)FacilitatorSeabastion ToastEquipmentEasels, chair, clips and boards provided Reserve your spotPlan your visit

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

YAM Teeny Tours
2026-12-31 10:00 - 16:00
YAM Teeny Tours

Program, Workshop

Immerse your child in artful conversations, cultural exploration and creative play in Teeny Tours at Yarrila Arts and Museum

Photo courtesy of And the Trees Photography

Program, Workshop

EXTRA Long Pose Portrait Session
When

25 Jul – 26 Jul 202610:30 am – 1:30 pm

Duration 6 hours over 2 days (with regular short breaks)LocationThe Workshop, Yarrila Arts and MuseumModelClothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting)FacilitatorSeabastion ToastEquipmentEasels, chair, clips and boards provided Reserve your spotPlan your visit

Immerse your child in artful conversations, cultural exploration and creative play in Teeny Tours at Yarrila Arts and Museum. These sessions are fun, adventurous and engaging for both children and their carer’s. They include an exhibition tour, artmaking, story time and creative play, with a different exhibition explored each week. Teeny Tours are small group sessions and are accessible for all young children.

Held every Friday in 2026, 10am – 11am (during school term)

Weekly bookings are required. Numbers are limited.

Suggested for ages 3–6 years and their carers.

Strollers, snacks and drinks are welcome.

Meet in The Workshop, Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM), Ground floor Yarrila Place.

Enquires: culturaldevelopment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

YAM Young Creatives
2026-12-31 10:00 - 16:00
YAM Young Creatives 2026

Program, Workshop

Program, Workshop

EXTRA Long Pose Portrait Session
When

25 Jul – 26 Jul 202610:30 am – 1:30 pm

Duration 6 hours over 2 days (with regular short breaks)LocationThe Workshop, Yarrila Arts and MuseumModelClothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting)FacilitatorSeabastion ToastEquipmentEasels, chair, clips and boards provided Reserve your spotPlan your visit

As a YAM Young Creative, you will meet like-minded creative young people, learn from artists, participate in workshops, contribute to youth programs and gain both personal and professional insights into creative industries and working in a gallery or museum. YAM Young Creatives meet twice a month (once virtually and once in-person at YAM) from February until December 2026. Upon completion of the program, participants will be issued with a personalised certificate for their contribution to the program.

There is no cost involved to join this program, but participants will need to complete an enrolment form. If you need assistance with the enrolment form or have special needs, please contact Toni Southwell (details below). Enrolments will be open until all places are filled and participants can join throughout the year if places become available.

Applications are open until all places are filled.

The next meeting will be in February 2026.

For more information and to apply visit the website or contact:

Toni SouthwellPrograms Facilitator Gallery and Museum

culturaldevelopment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

02 6648 4700

YAM Young Creatives is a 12-month program, proudly supported by Museums and Galleries NSW – 2022 Audience Development Fund.

Image credit: And The Tree Photography

Self-Guided Artmaking
2026-12-31 10:00 - 16:00
Self-Guided Artmaking

Program, Workshop

Get creative at YAM with free self-guided artmaking activities available in The Workshop!

Program, Workshop

EXTRA Long Pose Portrait Session
When

25 Jul – 26 Jul 202610:30 am – 1:30 pm

Duration 6 hours over 2 days (with regular short breaks)LocationThe Workshop, Yarrila Arts and MuseumModelClothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting)FacilitatorSeabastion ToastEquipmentEasels, chair, clips and boards provided Reserve your spotPlan your visit

Get creative with art making activities inspired by YAM’s exhibitions at The Workshop. Activities range from designing and creating your own textiles, constructing contemporary collages and drawing. Activities are suitable for adults, children, and families so come in, relax, and enjoy making art.

Wellbeing Workshop Program for organisations, community groups, and schools
2026-12-31 10:00 - 16:00
Wellbeing Workshop Program for organisations, community groups, and schools

Program, Workshop

Where art meets wellbeing – A creative path to connection and healing

Program, Workshop

EXTRA Long Pose Portrait Session
When

25 Jul – 26 Jul 202610:30 am – 1:30 pm

Duration 6 hours over 2 days (with regular short breaks)LocationThe Workshop, Yarrila Arts and MuseumModelClothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting)FacilitatorSeabastion ToastEquipmentEasels, chair, clips and boards provided Reserve your spotPlan your visit

Join us at Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM) for a powerful and inspiring workshop designed to nurture mental wellbeing through creative expression. Available for organisations, community groups and schools.

Led by experienced YAM program facilitators, this two-hour workshop combines a guided tour of the current exhibitions with a hands-on artmaking workshop developed renowned artist Hiromi Tango. Hiromi’s artworks explore the healing potential of textile-based art through a meditative and collaborative process.

These workshops are offered in 2026 to schools, community groups, and organisations across the region, they are not open to individuals. Please register your interest to participate.

Why participate?

Connect: Strengthen community bonds through shared creative experiences.

Support wellbeing: Discover the calming, expressive, and restorative benefits of art.

Be part of something bigger: Contribute to Hiromi Tango’s evolving and ongoing Healing Garden project.

Whether you’re new to art or an experienced creator, this inclusive and uplifting experience is designed for all ages and abilities.

Self-Guided Tactile Tours
2026-12-31 10:00 - 16:00
Self-Guided Tactile Tours

Program, Workshop

Have you ever wanted to know what an artwork feels like?

Self-Guided Tactile Tour Kit components for the ESSSENSSSE exhibition at Yarrila Arts and Museum, 22 November 2025 – 1 February 2026

Program, Workshop

EXTRA Long Pose Portrait Session
When

25 Jul – 26 Jul 202610:30 am – 1:30 pm

Duration 6 hours over 2 days (with regular short breaks)LocationThe Workshop, Yarrila Arts and MuseumModelClothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting)FacilitatorSeabastion ToastEquipmentEasels, chair, clips and boards provided Reserve your spotPlan your visit

Visit the current exhibitions at YAM and borrow a free Self-Guided Tactile Tour kit from our front desk, then head to the galleries for a unique experience. Each kit will enable participants to experience the tactile and sensory qualities of the materials used in selected artworks. Self-Guided Tactile Tour kits are available for selected exhibitions. This free program is available for all ages and abilities including families, individuals, groups, and sensory impaired individuals.

No bookings required but reservations can be made for groups if requested via email: yamprograms@chcc.nsw.gov.au
