Take a Moment in May at Yarrila Arts and Museum
Take a Moment in May offers a creative pause in the middle of your busy week. Every Wednesday at lunchtime, this May well-being program invites you to slow down, recharge, and reconnect—whether through art, nature, or quiet reflection. Experience a blend of guided tours, hands-on creative sessions, and a curated playlist of chilled beats, all designed to spark inspiration and nurture mindfulness.
Take a break. Explore your creativity. Recharge your mind.
Program Highlights:
Creative Sessions (Drop-in & engage at your own pace)
Art Gardening inspired by Hiromi Tango – A restorative experience exploring nature and art. This project highlights art’s therapeutic power, promoting mindfulness through hands-on techniques such as wrapping, binding, and knotting. Participants can use the provided materials to create their own Hiromi Tango inspired seedlings known as Art Gardening. Workshop facilitators will be available to guide participants.
Session 1: Wednesday 7 May 12pm – 2pm. (Drop-in within this time) Bookings available but not essential. The Workshop, Yarrila Arts and Musuem.
Session 2: Wednesday 21 May 12pm – 2pm. (Drop-in within this time) Bookings available but not essential. The Workshop, Yarrila Arts and Museum.
Botanic Drawing Exercise – A simple self-guided meditative sketching activity inspired by Eco-symbiosis. Participants are welcome to drop in, follow the instructions, and explore their creativity in their own unique way. No previous drawing experience or skills required.
Wednesday 14 May 12pm – 2pm. (Drop-in session within this time) Bookings available but not essential. The Workshop, Yarrila Arts and Museum.
Wednesday 28 May 12pm – 2pm. (Drop-in session within this time) Bookings available but not essential. The Workshop, Yarrila Arts and Museum.
Music & Art Connection – Bring your own phone and headphones then scan the QR code at YAM front desk to listen to the playlist featuring exhibiting artists’ music suggestions while you view the exhibitions or get creative in The Workshop.
Tours – Exhibition explorations to engage the senses. Discover the hidden stories, materials and inspirations behind selected works in the galleries.
Guided Tour by a YAM Curator – Wednesday 7 May 12:30pm – 1pm. Bookings available but not essential. Meet at the YAM front desk.
Guided Tour by a YAM Curator – Wednesday 21 May 1pm – 1:30pm. Bookings available but not essential. Meet at the YAM front desk.
Self-guided Tactile Tour Kits available to borrow from YAM’s front desk. No bookings required.
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 May offers a welcoming space to pause and reset.