What's On at Fremantle Arts Centre July-September 2012

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what’s on

july–september 2012

director’s welcome There has been a huge response to the Shaun Tan: Suburban Odyssey exhibition, highlighting the deep, personal connection people feel to Tan’s popular illlustrated books and films. Suburban Odyssey closes Sunday 15 July.

FAC is proud to present Irregular Correct: New Art from Glasgow, another historic port city that is home to significant contemporary art makers.

This year Fashion Talks, hosted by Meri Fatin, takes a fresh approach and presents three significant Australian curators and collectors of fashion.

WAAPA’s brilliant graduating acting students present Shakespeare’s magical A Midsummer Night’s Dream in a simply staged, pared-back version that will delight the whole family.

I hope we see you soon at FAC. Jim Cathcart Director

Fremantle Arts Centre is a City of Fremantle facility

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learning new courses p21

july–september 2012

exhibitions The Irregular Correct: New Art From Glasgow......................3 World Music.............................................4 Artspoken................................................. 5 FAC Print Award......................................6 Performprint........................................... 7 Big Weekend of Print...........................8 City of Fremantle Art Collection... 10 Last chance to see..............................11 Artists in Residence.......................... 12 The Moores Building..........................14

theatre exhibitions the irregular correct p3

fashion fashion talks p18

WAAPA’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.......................................16

music Concerts..................................................17

fashion Fashion Talks....................................... 18

courses Term 3 2012 Program.........................21 How to enrol..........................................35

theatre WAAPA’S shakespeare p16

exhibitions shaun tan p11

shop found at fac p36

Shop..........................................................36 Calendar/Staff.....................................39 Visit us/Map......................................... 40 Become a member..............................43 Membership/Enrolment Form.... 44

middle left rob kennedy, happy the believers (detail), 2007, installation view, transmission gallery, Courtesy and © the artist bottom middle Shaun Tan, Fifth Avenue, Mount Lawley, 2004, Oil on Canvas, 116 x 133 cm, Courtesy and © the artist bottom right Eight of Diamond Pendant Series, Alistair Yiap. Jarrah Chopping Block, Anthony Docherty

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the irregular correct: new art from glasgow sat 21 july–sun 16 september | opening fri 20 july | 6:30pm

The Irregular Correct: New Art from Glasgow presents a line-up of significant contemporary artists from Glasgow, Scotland; showing painting, sculptural installation, performance and video.

Artists include Michael Fullerton, Iain Hetherington, Rob Kennedy, Sophie Macpherson, Alan Michael, Ciara Phillips, Alex Pollard, Clare Stephenson, Stephen Sutcliffe and Jane Topping.

From a gritty port town, Glasgow has evolved into an internationally renowned artistic hotspot and a major influence on British and European art.

Commissioned by FAC, The Irregular Correct is curated by Alex Pollard and Clare Stephenson. Graduates of the Glasgow School of Art, Pollard and Stephenson both live and work in Glasgow, and have collaborated on recent exhibitions Four Fantasies at the Pump House Gallery in London and The Dirty Hands at the Centre for Contemporary Art in Glasgow.

With several biennales to their names, and including artists from Saatchi Gallery’s recent Newspeak: British Art Now exhibition, these artists have helped shape the Glasgow art scene over the last fifteen years.

image: rob kennedy, happy the believers (detail), 2007, installation view, transmission gallery, Courtesy and © the artist

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> Andrew Varano, the bee space, 2012, video still, courtesy and © the artist

world music andrew varano sat 21 july–sun 16 september opening fri 20 july | 6:30pm Emerging local artist Andrew Varano presents his first solo exhibition. Featuring kinetic sound sculptures, video installations and Zen fountain prototypes he questions our seemingly inherent desire to set up relationships and narratives between things.

Varano uses the ‘memory palace’, a technique to organise memories, to draw on disparate ideas from amateur beekeeping, conspiracy theory, global cultural production and the characters of Moby Dick, trying to reconcile the relationships between tenuous ideas.

Varano was the inaugural winner of the Dr. Harold Schenberg Art Prize for outstanding work in PICA’s Hatched National Graduate Exhibition in 2010. He is a co–director of OK Gallery in Northbridge and the recipient of the Australia Council JUMP national mentorship under internationally recognised contemporary artist Callum Morton.

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open studios | artist talks | exhibition tours | free entry

the irregular correct andrew varano

wed 25 july | 6:30pm galleries open late | bar open Ric Spencer, FAC’s Curator, guides you through a behind-the-scenes visit. Enjoy a relaxed experience of art and conversation.

Gallery Tour: Join The Irregular Correct: New Art from Glasgow curators Alex Pollard and Clare Stephenson with participant Scottish artists Sophie Macpherson and Iain Hetherington. Hear about their work, the broader context of the show and the state of contemporary art in the UK today.

Floor Talk: Andrew Varano discusses the ideas behind his first solo show World Music.

Studios Open: see behind the studio doors of our current artists in residence.

RSVP to rsvp@fremantle.wa.gov.au or 08 9432 9565

Andrew Varano, three tables, 2010, dimensions variable, installation view, courtesy and Š the artist

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print award 2012 supported by little creatures brewing sat 22 september–thur 8 november opening fri 21 september 6:30pm The annual FAC Print Award supported

by Little Creatures Brewing is regarded as Australia’s most prominent national award for prints and artists’ books. With works by both emerging and established artists, this year’s exhibition will showcase the best and latest in Australian printmaking.

This nationally significant award attracts entries that are technically masterful, innovative and conceptually challenging, presenting a fresh overview of this constantly evolving art form.

Join us for the announcement of the winners at the opening.

Award categories: Major Acquisitive Prize: $15000 Non-acquisitive Prize: $5000 People’s Choice: $300

2012 Judging Panel Akky van Ogtrop: President of Print Council of Australia, curator and art historian.

Dr Ric Spencer: Curator of Fremantle Arts Centre, artist and writer.

Julie Gough: artist, curator and writer.

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performprint Joel Gailer and Michael Meneghetti sat 22 september–thur 8 november opening fri 21 september 6:30pm Developed through a residency at FAC, Melbourne based artists Joel Gailer and Michael Meneghetti, work with aspects of masculinity, ego and signifiers of social communication.

Including print and multi-media installation, Performprint pushes the boundaries of not only print but artist and audience interaction.

In 2008 Gailer won the FAC Print Award for the audacious work Hot Process, an advert he lodged in the arts journal Art Almanac.

image: joel gailer, rodeo, 2010, signwriting on haybales, 3 x 5 x 3 m, courtesy and Š the artist

This exhibition brings Gailer and Meneghetti together for the first time as a collaborative duo in printmaking and performance. See page 8 for details on Performprint performance.

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big weekend

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22, 23 september See the FAC Print Award, watch performprint and enjoy the Print Award forum in a weekend of print at FAC.

performprint performance joel gailer & michael meneghetti

fac print award forum possibilities of print

sat 22 september | 10:00am–8:00pm main gallery and grounds bar open 5:00pm | free event

sun 23 september | 2:00pm–4:00pm main gallery bar open | free event

Over ten hours, Joel Gailer teams up with Michael Meneghetti in a performance spectacular in the grounds of FAC. Gailer and Meneghetti will push their bodies to the limit with a series of one hour performances, all based around the possibilities of performing print.

Gailer and Meneghetti will talk about Performprint and the possible relationships between printmaking, performance and video. Jenna Downing from Perth hacker space Artifactory discusses their use of 3D printing.

Performances include: • Large-scale printing • A band playoff between Masonic and Beer Fridge • Revving Harley Davidsons • Live human-branding • Outdoor projections Detailed program at fac.org.au

Exhibition tour by Ric Spencer, 2012 judge and FAC Curator.

More speakers to be announced.

RSVP to rsvp@fremantle.wa.gov.au or 08 9432 9565

image: michael meneghetti, rainbow vixen, 2012, video still courtesy and © the artist

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city of fremantle art collection image: Mandy browne, Perving in a multicultural society, 1988, oil paint on canvas,no. 466, 120 x 210cm, Courtesy and © The Artist

The City of Fremantle Art Collection, established in 1958, is the largest municipal collection in WA with over 1,300 works. The Collection’s focus on Fremantle artists and Australian prints celebrates the enduring importance of the visual arts to Fremantle. The New Collection Gallery, on the ground floor adjacent to reception, was launched May 2012.

everything old is new again big winners 21 july–16 september opening fri 20 july 6:30pm

22 september–8 november opening fri 21 september 6:30pm

Everything Old Is New Again presents recently donated early ‘en plein air’ paintings by Kathleen O’Connor.

Big Winners includes large format and multiple sheet artworks that track the progress of the FAC Print Award and expansion of digital media and emerging technologies involved in printmaking in Australia.

Everything Old is New Again continues, including a new selection of iconic historical and contemporary works by WA artists Mandy Browne, Richard Gunning, Theo Koning, Lesley Munro, Frank Norton, Jane Tangney and Ken Wadrop.

Four award-winning prints of the last twenty years are exhibited together in the new Collection gallery and include works by Rebecca Beardmore, Heather Hesterman, Michelle Hyland and Marion Manifold.

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last chance to see... closes sun 15 july

Shaun Tan: Suburban Odyssey The fact that Tan has never exhibited these paintings before makes this show something special, and a testament to the dedication and talent of this unique artist.

Darren Jorgensen, The Weekend West, May 26-27, 2012 Shaun Tan: Suburban Odyssey has attracted huge crowds from across WA affirming Shaun Tan as a revered Australian artist.

The exhibition highlights the poignant relationship between Tan’s observations of suburban Perth and the place they create for his universally popular books and short stories.

Tan is the illustrator and author of award-winning books such as The Red Tree, The Lost Thing, Tales of Outer Suburbia and The Arrival. In 2011 he won the Academy Award for The Lost Thing and the world’s premier prize for children’s literature, the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award.

Projektet | Ola Johansson & Amanda Newall (Sweden) In a joint residency with SymbioticA, Ola Johansson and Amanda Newall conducted labbased research along with applied performance work in local communities.

The exhibition involves a variety of media, such as lab results, costume, physical objects and video.

top shaun tan, fifth avenue, Mount Lawley, 2004, 116 x 133 cm, Oil on Canvas, courtesy and © the artist bottom ola johansson & amanda newall, projektet,installation view, 18 may 2012, photo: jarrad seng

12 | exhibitions | artists in residence

artists in residence FAC’s AIR program enables artists to engage in research and development. FAC is committed to supporting local and visiting artists who execute ideas and projects while bringing their work into public dialogue. The AIR program has nine studios at FAC and two at the Moores Building.

Andrew Daly (WA/China) produces paintings influenced by the experience of living in China for the last few years. artist STUDIO 8 Brooke Leeder (WA), works with a group of international artists whose origins all stem from Fremantle, is researching and developing Unravel, a contemporary dance work that explores the physicality of an intertwined and unfurled body.

In partnership with Strut Dance. pavlich room Chunming Chen’s (Taiwan) project where are you? considers the idea of the confusion as common ground in the current global era through research and developing a multimedia installation. artist STUDIO 2 Clare Peake (WA) continues development of mixed media works that extend her current interest in the ways knowledge is accumulated and made sense of through discovery and exploration.

Moores studio 1 Jackson Eaton (WA) continues to explore ways of physically representing the passage of time and the role of identity through photographic processes. MOORES STUDIO 2

Lia McKnight (WA) continues an interest in beauty as an internal response to phenomena and will develop a body of multi-media work, Pieces of ourselves we leave behind. artist STUDIO 7 PERFORMPRINT (Vic) Joel Gailer and Michael Meneghetti work as a collaborative duo in printmaking and performance. See pages 7 and 8. artist STUDIO 9 Richard Lewer (AU/NZ) produces drawing, painting and animation marked by a sceptical humour and a focus on the darker side of human behaviour, place and social identity. artist STUDIO 6 Shannon Lyons (WA) Investigating how sitespecific artworks within the built interior of a gallery space may generate a heightened awareness of that place. artist studio 2 & 9 Tanya Schultz (WA) develops a body of mixedmedia work first there is a mountain, that investigates the parallels between the illusory nature of imagined worlds and the promise and allure of material culture. Moores studio 1

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Teelah George (WA), using drawing as the primary means to investigate the relationship between body, object and material, engages processes that demand exploration within close proximity to the observed body. artist STUDIO 4 The Management (WA), Ryan Nazzari, Lesley Munro and Julianne Clifford, was created out of shared interest in each other’s processes and conceptual concerns. The Management explores the question ‘what makes a drawing’ through collaborative activities and negotiation. artist STUDIO 1 The Museum of Natural Mystery (WA), David Egan and Patrick Miller, work across exhibitions and residencies as both curators and artists, in cooperation with FAC, to research and develop alternative channels of distribution and communication for the exhibition of contemporary art. artist STUDIO 3

images from left teelah george, moon, 2011, 70 x 100cm, Inkjet print, Courtesy and © the artist | brooke leeder, unravel, 2012, dancer, sofie burgoyne, photo: adelle cousins, Courtesy and © the artist | the management, work in progress, 2011, mixed media, Courtesy and © the artist

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The Moores Building Contemporary Art Gallery is a City of Fremantle subsidised art facility that promotes a wide range of contemporary art by providing lowcost gallery and project spaces in a central location.

the moores building 14–29 july The Longing / An Aperture | Anya Brock and Sarah Winfield (WA): An exhibition of paintings that explore aspects of dreaming, the surreal and its extension towards desire. The works, saturated with colour and visual chaos, look to expose the space between dreaming and reality as a perfect existence of desire, optimism and detachment.

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The in-between: state of temporal occupation in the interior | Hami James (WA): Installation pieces focused towards the interior, exploring how the body encounters, engages, transitions through, immerses and departs from space, further exploring notions of separation, immersion, and return.

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The Naked Line | Amanda Furlong (WA): Amanda’s paintings and charcoal drawings challenge conventional depiction of the naked form.

Painting Exhibition | Marisa Dyer and Roxan Cox (WA) : Marisa’s work is an investigation of line and the relationship between drawing and painting and an examination of landscape and studio practice. Roxan examines the figurative with reflexive paintings that are ambiguous in their interpretation of the subject, to critique the emphasis on the act of painting itself.

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25 august–9 september FAC Learning Program | Student Exhibition (WA): Thousands of students engage in FAC’s learning program every year, developing and refining a diverse array of skills. See the high quality of work created in FAC’s learning studios in this expansive exhibition. See page 26

15–16 september Inspired by | Beaconsfield Primary School (WA): Local children exhibit work inspired by their artist parents, friends, family and staff.

22–30 september Staffroom 2012 | Curtin University Department of Art staff (WA): This popular annual event is a collaborative exhibition of contemporary works by the lecturers and staff of the Department of Art, Curtin University, showcasing WA’s prominent art educators.

top Anya Brock, I was holding onto something that wasn’t even mine, 2012, Acrylic, ink and pen on canvas, 122 x 91 cm, courtesy and © the artist bottom sarah winfield, I gave you my infinity, 2012, Acrylic,ink and pen on canvas, 86 x 60 cm, courtesy and © the artist

16 | theatre | waapa

waapa’s

a midsummer night’s dream

WAAPA’s graduating acting students present Shakespeare’s magical play A Midsummer Night’s Dream outdoors in the Inner Courtyard.

Directed by Bell Shakespeare Associate Matt Edgerton, this simply staged production, played in modern dress and pared back to an hour and fifteen minutes, is a charming retelling of one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a whimsical story of fairies, a moonlit forest, young lovers, amateur actors and the marriage of the Duke of Athens, Theseus, and the Queen of the Amazons, Hippolyta.

wed 26 september tickets $10 | 16 & under free bookings 9432 9555, fac.org.au or in person at fAC gates open 6pm for 7pm start bar open | outdoor event inner courtyard | general admission

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concerts at fac xavier rudd

FAC hosts major local and touring bands on the expansive South Lawn or in the intimate Inner Courtyard.

Sat 29 september | south lawn Australian artist, musician, surfer and activist Xavier Rudd returns to FAC in support of his highly acclaimed album Spirit Bird. Be sure not to miss this exclusive city show on Xavier’s most extensive Australian tour.

More info fac.org.au

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fashion talks

collectors & curators charlotte smith karen quinlan gene sherman

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Fashion Talks 2012 presents three extraordinary women who curate, collect and talk fashion beyond current tastes.

Charlotte Smith, Dr Gene Sherman and Karen Quinlan have incorporated fashion into their work and lives in varied and interesting ways, each with a unique collector’s eye.

Fashion Talks 2012 will traverse the worlds of vintage clothing, Japanese masterpieces and fashion exhibitions. For the designer fashion can be at the cutting edge of artistic

expression. For the wearer it tells a powerful visual story. It says ‘I fit in’ or ‘I stand apart’ and provides a deep sense of personal identity.

Broadcast journalist Meri Fatin returns as host to explore fashion from perspectives beyond that of the designer.

pavlich room doors at 7pm, talks start at 7:30pm tickets $15 | season ticket $30 available from reception or fac.org.au

charlotte smith Fri 3 august Charlotte Smith is custodian of the Darnell Collection of International Vintage Couture. It is Australia’s largest private fashion collection with over 4,000 pieces. From 1720 to present day, it includes Dior, Balenciaga and Westwood.

Charlotte is a charismatic educator and advocate who regards social history as integral to understanding fashion and her collection. An exclusive selection from the Darnell Collection will be displayed.

dr gene sherman

tues 7 august

Dr Gene Sherman, Chairman and Executive Director of the Sherman Contemporary Arts Foundation (Sydney), is a significant curator, collector and philanthropist. Famous for maintaining a concise wardrobe of current Japanese fashion, in particular Miyake, Comme des Garcons and Yamamoto and regularly gifting garments to her Collection at the Powerhouse Museum, her wardrobe is integral to her public persona and an expression of her identity. A sample of Dr Sherman’s collection will be displayed.

karen quinlan

tues 14 august

As Director of Bendigo Art Gallery in Victoria, Karen’s blockbuster international fashion exhibitions Grace Kelly: Style Icon, The Golden Age of Couture and The White Wedding Dress, presented in partnership with the Victoria and Albert Museum London, have attracted record-breaking crowds and transformed Bendigo to a must-visit arts destination.

20 | courses

[The tutor] was very involved, inspiring and helpful. learning student, 2012

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courses

term 3 2012 Be inspired and learn new skills in a supportive and stimulating environment with courses for adults, teens and kids. All courses are taught by practicing artists in our beautiful studios.

Tutors’ biographies are available at fac.org.au/learning.

This year’s Student Exhibition will open at the Moores Building in August. More details page 26

kids holiday 5–8 years p22

kids holiday 9–12 years p24

art for teens 13–18 years p25

painting p27

drawing & printmaking p28

jewellery p29

ceramics & sculpture p30

fashion & textiles p31

photography p33

performing arts p33

= Beginners = Intermediate = Advanced

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kids holiday.

5–8 years .

Tales From Outer Space Betty Poulsen Let your imagination run wild, creating characters in a scene from outer space. Learn how to draw aliens and a place for them to live using glitter, paints, foil, chalk and collage. Construct your own vibrant large scale poster on black card.

Mon 9 July | 10am–12noon $37 incl. materials

Creative Clay Anneke de Rooij Create miniature versions of your pet or favourite animal in clay. Discover a number of handbuilding, decorating and assembling techniques. Your personalised sculptures will be fired and ready to take home two weeks after class.

Mon 9 July | 10am–12noon or Mon 9 July | 1pm–3pm $37 incl. materials

Character Creation & Mask Making Clare Peake Create a number of fun drawings and masks of your own invented character. Learn how to draw special features to suit its personality. Using a variety of colourful embellishments, convert your drawings into a special mask .

Tues 10 July | 10am–12noon $37 incl. materials

Cut, Paste & Animate Steven Aiton Using computers and video cameras, create your own animated story onscreen with colourful paper cut outs of yourself and fun props. Parents are invited to watch a screening at the end of the session. A DVD will be posted out after the workshop.

Tues 10 July | 10am–3pm $80 incl. materials & DVD

Paste-Up Art on Canvas Lady Bananas Create a cool canvas using pasteups, a simple yet striking street art technique where images and

characters are transferred onto a surface. Learn how to combine stencils, photocopies and drawings to create a multilayered masterpiece.

Wed 11 July | 10am-1pm $44 incl. materials

Music – Jam It Up Roly Skender Invent and record your own song, from lyrics to melodies, with award winning musician Roly Skender. Work in a group to come up with a cool theme, have a jam on a variety of instruments from the ukulele to percussion and learn to use your voice. The finished track will be burned onto a CD for you to keep.

Wed 11 July | 10am–1pm $60 incl. materials & CD

Create Your Own Canvas Elizabeth Hammond Combine fun screenprinting techniques with different shapes and colours to create your own masterpiece on canvas.

Thurs 12 July | 10am–2pm $56 incl. materials

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Mosaic Your Own Colourful Plaque Renae Martin Learn how to combine simple shapes and colours to create images. Using child-friendly tiles, mosaic your own plaque and learn how to grout.

Thurs 12 July | 10am-1pm or Mon 16 July | 10am-1pm $50 incl. materials

3D Kooky Characters Clare Peake Invent and construct a unique 3D character using colourful card, paper and cardboard. Develop your creature, then give it special features using paint and glitter, buttons and string and recycled materials.

Fri 13 July | 10am–1pm $44 incl. materials

Make & Decorate Your Own Journal Elizabeth Hammond Using old book covers and a heap of colourful paper, learn easy bookbinding techniques to create your own journal for writing and drawing in. Personalise it with stitching, buttons, feathers, glitter and other dazzling embellishments.

Mon 16 July | 10am-12 noon $37 incl. materials

Stamp, Print, Repeat Betty Poulsen Decorate your own calico bag with bold, colourful designs and patterns. Learn a variety of textile printmaking techniques using foam etchings, stamps and interesting textured materials.

Mon 16 July | 10am–12noon $37 incl. materials

Drawing Portraits Lucinda Crimson Learn how to use colour and shapes to create portraits, silhouettes and profiles of yourself. Learn a variety of experimental techniques, then take home your works, including a

cool poster.

Tues 17 July | 10am–12 noon $37 incl. materials

Sea Adventures In Animation Steven Aiton Inspired by the underwater world, make your story come to life onscreen using computers and video cameras. Parents are invited to a screening at the end of the session. A DVD of the animations will be posted out after the workshop.

Tues 17 July | 10am–3pm $80 incl. materials & DVD

Sculptures from Hundreds of Pieces Gila Cohen (kids working with an adult) Construct a unique sculpture using recycled materials from the creative re-use centre REmida.

Discover a number of assembling, joining and adorning techniques.

There will be a mountain of colourful supplies to choose from.

Wed 18 July | 10am-2pm $56 incl. materials

Colourful Beaded Necklaces Claire Brooks Create a colourful necklace from beads you’ve made using old storybooks, cut-outs and special paper. With simple laminating techniques and a pair of pliers, learn the first steps to constructing unique pieces of jewellery.

Thurs 19 July | 10am-1pm $44 incl. materials

Acting for Kids Claire Munday Have fun learning about the world of stage acting. Working in small groups, establish a scene and bring your character to life.

Parents are invited to a short performance at the end of class.

Thurs 19 July | 10am-12 noon $27

Felted Fuzzy Friends Sue Espie (kids working with an adult) Design a colourful toy, from a shark to an elephant, snake or bird, then make it come alive in felt. A fun way for kids and adults to learn felt-making techniques.

Thurs 19 July | 10am–3pm $74 incl. materials

Sew Your Own Cuddly Animal Lucinda Crimson (6-8 years) Create your own soft toy while learning simple hand stitching techniques. Draw a picture of your favourite animal or pet then turn it into a cuddly animal.

Fri 20 July | 10am-1pm $44 incl. materials

Decorate Your Own T-Shirt Bernadette Aitken Come along and personalise a t-shirt using a range of fun and colourful textile and printing techniques. Bring a white t-shirt to decorate.

Fri 20 July | 10am–12 noon $37 incl. materials

Making Books Bernadette Aitken Discover how books were made in ancient times. Make your own scroll and create two other simple books adorning them with illustrations.

Fri 20 July | 1pm-3pm $37 incl. materials

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9–12 years

Mosaic Your Own Colourful Plaque Renae Martin Using child-friendly tiles, mosaic a colourful plaque from your image designed in class. Learn how to create detail and characteristics using shapes and colours.

Mon 9 July | 10am-1pm $50 incl. materials

Ceramics – Create a 3D Character in Clay Anneke de Rooij Guided by a story, create your own character. Imagine aspects of the character’s life to inform its appearance. Where would it live?

What would it do? Learn a number of design, texturing, hand building and assembling techniques.

Tues 10 July | 10am–1pm $44 incl. materials

Urban Art – Multilayered Stick-Ups on Board Lady Bananas Combine stencils, paste-ups, lettering, aerosols and paint markers to create a multilayered masterpiece on MDF board. Learn compositional techniques and how to combine all these cool mediums under the guidance of urban artist Lady Bananas.

Tues 10 July | 10am–2pm $56 incl. materials

Drawing with Wire – Figures in Action Clare Peake Draw and sculpt with wire to create a figure in action which will be mounted onto a colourful base. Learn how to create dimension with wire and plaster bandages. Give your figure special characteristics using various draping techniques.

Wed 11 July | 10am-12noon $37 incl. materials

Create & Animate Level 1 Steven Aiton Create your own story with characters using computers and video cameras. Parents are invited to watch a screening at the end of the session. A DVD of the animations will be posted out to you after the workshop.

Wed 11 July | 10am–3pm or Wed 18 July | 10am–3pm $80 incl. materials & DVD

Funky Fimo Jewellery Sophie Guittiere Under the guidance of a local jeweller, design your own accessories with easily malleable modelling product, Fimo. Learn how to create special patterns in Fimo, making a personalised pendant and ring.

Thurs 12 July | 10am–1pm $44 incl. materials

Music – Jam It Up Roly Skender Learn to write your own song with award winning musician Roly Skender. Working in groups, come up with snappy rhymes and lyrics, have a jam on a variety of instruments and learn to use your voice. Your song will be burned to CD for you to keep.

Thurs 12 July | 10am–1pm $60 incl. materials & CD

Urban Art – Paint Marker Madness Lady Bananas Create cool urban-style artwork on canvas using paint markers, a popular street art medium that provides bold results. Learn character techniques, street-style lettering and composition.

Fri 13 July | 10am–1pm $44 incl. materials

Create Your Own Canvas Elizabeth Hammond Create stencils from your own designs then combine them with pre-cut stencils using screenprinting techniques.

The result will be a bold and colourful masterpiece on canvas to hang on your wall.

Fri 13 July | 10am–2pm $56 incl. materials

Make Your Own Monster Lucinda Crimson Design, sew and stuff your own ugly or cute soft toy then embellish using fabrics and felt, buttons and trims. Visit chinkywooster.com to see Lucinda’s own handmade toys.

Mon 16 July | 10am–3pm $74 incl. materials

Urban Art – Custom Can Creatures Lady Bananas Create unique character sculptures using recycled, flattened spray cans. Learn urban art design and embellishing techniques using specialist media such as paint markers, acrylic paints and aerosols.

Mon 16 July | 10am-12noon $37 incl. materials

Paper Art Elizabeth Hammond Create your own journal using beautiful old book covers and colourful paper. Discover the endless possibilities of paper, constructing a mini book and 3D paper apple.

Mon 16 July | 1pm-4pm $44 incl. materials

Perspex Pendants Claire Brooks Create a dazzling acrylic pendant using collected fabrics and images. Finish off your necklace using tigertail and colourful beads. Learn simple jewellerymaking skills such as riveting, filing and assembling.

Tues 17 July | 10am-1pm $44 incl. materials

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Bunting – Bright, Festive Flags Betty Poulsen Construct a length of multicoloured decorative flags while learning textile printing and hand sewing skills. Use stamps of your own designs to create bold patterns on fabric, then use colourful threads and cotton tape to make your bunting.

Tues 17 July | 10am–2pm $56 incl. materials

Colourful Embroidered Bags Lucinda Crimson Design and embroider your own bright hessian bag. Learn simple stitching techniques and embroider your own name and designs. Your masterpiece will be lined with a calico bag, strong enough for you to use out and about.

Wed 18 July | 10am-2pm $56 incl. materials

Mixed Media Discovery in Black & White Gila Cohen Experiment with wet and dry media such as charcoal, ink, acrylic paint and crayon to create your own large scale drawing.

Discover how to create tone, shape and texture .

Thurs 19 July | 10am–12noon $37 incl. materials

Create & Animate Level 2 Steven Aiton A follow on class from Create & Animate Level 1. Animation enthusiasts now have the chance to build on skills and master even more animation techniques. A DVD of the animations will be posted out to you after the workshop.

Thurs 19 July | 10am–3pm $80 incl. materials & DVD

Acting for Kids Claire Munday Discover a number of theatre skills such as improvisation, character development and plot.

Perform your piece to the rest of the group, putting your newly gained skills into action. A great way to boost your performance imagination and self confidence.

Thurs 19 July | 1pm-3pm $27

Multimedia Fashion Sketches Eva Asmussen Discover how to put your own designs to paper under the guidance of fashion designer Eva Asmussen. Learn how to create interesting forms, patterns and textures using illustration, collage and cut outs, creating a series of multimedia fashion sketches.

Fri 20 July | 10am–1pm $44 incl. materials

Create & Animate Level 3 Steven Aiton If you’ve done Steven’s first two animation classes and want to come back for even more, here’s your chance. The perfect class for animation enthusiasts. A DVD of the animations will be posted out to you after the workshop.

Fri 20 July | 10am–3pm $80 incl. materials & DVD

Animation Club Steven Aiton Due to popular demand FAC has created an animation club for students who have completed Steven’s Level 3 Animation workshop. Working as a team, develop your skills and produce a short film complete with a public screening later in the year at FAC. Sun 29 July | 11am–4pm Sun 19 Aug | 11am–4pm Sun 16 Sept | 11am-4pm $60 incl. materials

Art for Teens 13–18 years

Urban Art – Customised Boards Lady Bananas Create large scale urban artwork on board using various specialist materials such as aerosols, paint pens, markers and stenciling techniques. Discuss and design imagery then learn transfer and layering techniques. Come away with your own customised board.

Sat 25 Aug | 1pm-5pm $53/ members $48

Fashion – Customised Prints Eva Asmussen Learn how to design a funky graphic and print it onto a surface of your own choice, whether a garment, pillow case or fabric that can be stretched onto a frame. Fashion designer, Eva Asmussen, will guide you through design techniques, how to create stencils from your designs and the technical side of screenprinting.

Sat 8 Sept | 1pm–5pm $53/ members $48

Photography – The Visual Diary Claire Martin This short series will guide you one step further to taking the images you love. Learn technical aspects of photograph; from shutter speed, ISO, depth of field and composition. Create your own visual diary, expressing yourself and your point of view through photography and things that inspire you.

Sundays (3 weeks) 16-30 Sept | 2pm-5pm $95/ members $86

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student exhibition

sat 25 august– sun 9 september 2012 opening: fri 24 august 6:o0pm The Moores Building 46 Henry Street Fremantle The annual Student Exhibition showcases the high standard of work created in the learning studios, under the guidance of practicing artists and FAC tutors. The artwork on display includes drawing, painting, printmaking, jewellery, ceramics, sculpture, photography, fashion and textiles.

For the first time, the Student Exhibition will be held at the Moores Building, enabling more student work than ever to be exhibited.

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Painting Painting with Acrylics – Abstract Expressionism Regina Noakes Create your own abstract image while discovering the possibilities of painting with acrylics. Working on your own project, learn about the qualities of colour and texture provided by paint and how to create a balanced picture.

Painting experience required.

Tuesdays (7 weeks) 24 July-4 Sept | 9:30am–12:30pm or Fridays (7 weeks) 27 July-7 Sept | 9:30am–12:30pm $203/ members $183

Pastels Peter Walker

Discover the spontaneity and luscious qualities of pastels.

Enjoy the energy and vigour of this simple medium that was a favourite of artists like Degas and Picasso.

Mondays (9 weeks) 30 July-24 Sept | 9.30am–12.30pm $233/ members $210

Watercolour Peter Walker Explore the beauty of this engaging medium, known for its luminous and transparent nature, through conventional to less orthodox approaches. Be guided through a number of exercises then develop and work on your own pieces.

Mondays (9 weeks) 30 July-24 Sept | 1:30pm–3:30pm $169/ members $152 or Wednesdays (9 weeks) 1 Aug-26 Sept | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210

then work on your own pieces.

Learn techniques from the old masters to contemporary styles.

Tuesdays (9 weeks) 31 July-25 Sept | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210 or Tuesdays (9weeks) 31 July-25 Sept | 1:30pm–3:30pm $169/ members $152

Oil Painting for Beginners Kathryn Haug

Learn the basics of how to use the rich medium of oil paint, mix colours and explore how to use ‘materiality’ and mark to create another layer of interest in your work. Start your journey into oil painting through a series of structured exercises then develop and work on your own project.

Last two weeks with a life model.

Wednesdays (6 weeks) 1 Aug-5 Sept | 6:30pm–9pm $217/ members $195

Acrylic Painting for the Absolute Beginner – Real to Abstract Joss Gregson Discover the art of painting with acrylics, including how to generate new ideas. Learn painting techniques to depict real life and how to use colour successfully. In the final weeks, explore the how and what of abstraction to create abstract paintings.

Wednesdays (9 weeks) 1 Aug-26 Sept | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210

Studio Painting

Joss Gregson This new course is for students with some painting experience; anyone wishing to return to Oil Painting painting or to refine their skills Peter Walker

and techniques. Focus on building Discover methods of building an your confidence and developing oil painting, from underpainting an individual approach to to finish glazes. Be guided through exploring ideas through exercises to build up your skills traditional studio exercises

mixed up with the unexpected.

Embark upon projects such as ‘Transparency, Translucency and Opacity’ and ‘Absence/ Presence’.

Thursdays (9 weeks) 2 Aug-27 Sept | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210

Introduction to Landscape Painting in Acrylics Joss Gregson Unlock the secrets of landscape painting while learning the art of acrylics. Develop skills such as paint application, use of colour and perspective then make quick research paintings and sketches around Fremantle Harbour. In the final weeks, you’ll develop one or two large scale paintings with your new skills.

Thursdays (9 weeks) 2 Aug-27 Sept | 1:30pm-4:30pm $233/ members $210

Painting with Acrylics Masterclass Joss Gregson

For students seeking critical feedback in a supportive studio environment. Learn how to develop your own visual language prompted by visual stimuli and conversation. Designed for the experienced painter wishing to bring their painting skills and ideas to exhibition standard.

Fridays (9 weeks) 3 Aug-28 Sept | 9:30am-2:30pm $388/ members $349

Large Scale Floral Paintings in Acrylics Joss Gregson Learn how to create a bold large scale botanical painting under the guidance of artist Joss Gregson.

Discover elements of colour theory to enable the making of life-like colours for flowers and leaves, along with paint mixing, application techniques, choosing a background and composition. A stimulating two day adventure.

Sat 11 & Sun 12 Aug | 10am-4pm $168/ members $152

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1480-1980: Five Hundred Years of Painting Processes in a Day Glen Stewart Discover painting techniques and materials from medieval times to the present day in this intensive workshop. Gain an understanding of how Egg Tempera, Acrylic & Oil Paints can be applied and manipulated to achieve textural results. Be inspired, aquiring skills to continue your painterly adventure at home.

Sun 26 Aug | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Beginners Oils – Materiality & Mark Making Kathryn Haug

This two day workshop provides an informative introduction to the rich, luscious medium of oil painting. On day one, discover how to use mediums with the paint, do a quick painting of a still life and begin underpainting for a larger canvas. On day two, learn how to create different ‘materiality’ and marks with oil paint while continuing on your own piece.

Sun 2 & 9 Sept | 10am–4pm $168/ members $152

Oil Painting – An Introduction to Technique & Abstraction Glen Stewart

Discover the fundamentals of this rich medium, with a focus on painterly effects such as colour, abstraction and impasto, where thick layers of paint are applied and mixed directly on the canvas to create bold textural results.

Saturdays (4 weeks) 8-29 Sept | 10am-1pm $157/ members $141

Make a Large Scale Painting in a Day Joss Gregson Following some basic tuition in acrylic painting techniques, colour theory and composition, jump in at the deep end. Working on a large canvas, create your own large scale painting.

Sun 23 Sept | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Drawing & Printmaking Drypoint Printing Shana James Explore the characteristically soft textural line quality of drypoint printing. Learn how to construct an image or interpret one suitable for print, prepare a plate and print your image multiple times using FAC’s etching press.

Mondays (9 weeks) 30 July-24 Sept | 9:30am-12:30pm $233/ members $210

Printmaking – Create an Artist Book Shana James

Discover the intimate quality of the artist book, turning a series of your printed images into a beautiful object. Learn the secrets of linocut printmaking, how to adapt your image for print and construct a concertina style artist book.

Mondays (9 weeks) 30 July-24 Sept | 1:30pm-4:30pm $233/ members $210

Intro to Life Drawing Camilla Loveridge

Discover fundamental drawing techniques to capture the body in this dynamic series. Learn to use a variety of materials such as chalk, crayon and pastels. All sessions with a life model.

Tuesdays (6 weeks) 31 July-4 Sept | 6:30pm–9pm $249/ members $224

Learn to Draw Shana James Start your journey into art with this short course that covers the basics. Under the expert tuition of artist Shana James, learn how to draw from still life. Discover how to use tone to create light and shade.

Wednesdays (4 weeks) 1-22 Aug | 9:30am–12:30pm $125/ members $113

Life Drawing Joss Gregson

Learn and refine life drawing skills in an encouraging and dynamic environment. Begin with a slow contour line drawing followed by rapid gestural drawings. Emphasis is on capturing quality of line, proportion and movement. All sessions with a life model.

Wednesdays (5 weeks) 1-29 Aug | 1:30pm–4:30pm $195/ members $175

Drawing for the Absolute Beginner Elizabeth Hammond Starting from scratch, discover essential drawing skills in an encouraging environment. Learn observation skills, basic drawing methods and discover various materials through exercises and demonstrations. Last session with a life model.

Wednesdays (6 weeks) 1 Aug-5 Sept | 6:30pm–9pm $214/ members $193

image: work by artist and tutor kathryn haug

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Copper Etching using Ferric Chloride Shana James

Learn how to etch beautiful fine lines onto a plate and print intaglio using FAC’s etching press.

This is a non-toxic printmaking workshop, no dangerous acid or special equipment required.

Discuss composition, colour and tone while working on your own series of prints.

Saturdays (4 weeks) 25 Aug-15 Sept | 2pm-5pm $157/ members $141

Mixed Media Drawing - The Next Step Shana James For those with some basic experience or Shana’s previous ‘Learn to Draw’ students. Expand your skill set with a range of mixed media drawing techniques. Learn how to draw from still life and from nature, taking inspiration from FAC’s beautiful grounds and how to use light and shade to create dramatic effects.

Wednesdays (5 weeks) 29 Aug-26 Sept | 9:30am-12:30pm $156/ members $140

A Day of Life Drawing Elizabeth Hammond Learn fundamental drawing techniques, study the figure and explore contour, gesture, shape, value and texture. Learn traditional and experimental methods using charcoal, pencil and ink. Includes life models.

Sat 1 Sept | 10am-4pm $108/ members $97

The Human Figure in Three Dimension – Drawing & Sculpture Joss Gregson

Explore dimensions of the human form in this short course. Start by drawing on paper following the line of the figure, moving on to using wire to explore the figure as a 3D linear structure then investigate the human body

using clay. Some basic drawing experience is recommended.

Wednesdays (4 weeks) 5-26 Sept | 1:30pm–4:30pm $145/ members $131

Drawing Sketchbooks Elizabeth Hammond Overcome fear of the blank page in this all encompassing sketching class. Experiment with a variety of materials including charcoal, pen and pencil while sketching your surroundings out and about at iconic Fremantle locations.

Sat 22 Sept | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Jewellery Upcycled Vintage Jewellery – Perspex & Assemblage Claire Brooks Learn jewellery-making and assemblage techniques to combine vintage scraps, collected treasures, old jewellery pieces and Perspex. Be guided through design and technical elements such as riveting, sawing and soldering.

Tuesdays (9 weeks) 31 July-25 Sept | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210

Jewellery Jill Parnell

Learn traditional jewellerymaking techniques including sawing, soldering, bending and several ways of texturing metal.

Create a number of your own unique pieces.

Wednesdays (9 weeks) 1 Aug-26 Sept | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210

Enamelling & Beadmaking Jill Parnell Create stunning beads and other small scale pieces using enamelling and glass beadmaking techniques. Discover cloisonné

enamelling and how to make stunning torch fired beads using Murano and Millefiori glass.

Wednesdays (9 weeks) 1 Aug-26 Sept | 1:30pm-3:30pm $169/ members $152

Enamelling Jill Parnell

Explore the distinctive technique of cloisonné, a style which uses copper and silver wires and gold and silver foils to achieve intricate patterns and designs. Create your own exquisite jewellery using this leadlight technique.

Thursdays (9 weeks) 2 Aug-27 Sept | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210

Working with Wire Jill Parnell Design and create intricate cable-like neckpieces and other jewellery using various knitting and braiding techniques with wire. No knitting or crochet experience necessary.

Thursdays (9 weeks) 2 Aug-27 Sept | 1:30pm–4:30pm $233/ members $210

Cloisonné Enamelling Jill Parnell Cloisonné is an age-old technique of applying coloured glass to metals to create intricate images and patterns. Learn this technique to create a small pendant or pair of earrings.

Sun 5 Aug | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Contemporary Techniques Nicole Lance Learn how to create shapes, forms and different dimensions with metal. Use soldering, filing and texturing surfaces to explore the construction of contemporary jewellery.

Mondays (8 weeks) 6 Aug-24 Sept | 9:30am-12:30pm $218/ members $196

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Casting Objects in Metal Nicole Lance Discover the technique of lost wax casting, where a wax mould is created, burnt away then refilled with metal. Working with wax allows for fine detail on a small scale resulting in exquisite metal pieces.

Mondays (8 weeks) 6 Aug-24 Sept | 1:30pm-4:30pm $218/ members $196

Jewellery for Beginners – The World of Rings Claire Brooks Learn the basics of jewellerymaking with a focus on rings.

Discover how to size, form, solder, file and texture metal under the expert tuition of contemporary jeweller Claire Brooks. Students will make a unique ring that fits perfectly.

Wednesdays (5 weeks) 8 Aug-5 Sept | 6pm-9pm $207/ members $186

Contemporary Design & Technique Nicole Lance Learn the foundations of jewellery-making including soldering, sawing, filing, riveting and how to create textured surfaces in metal. Design your own contemporary earrings, pendants, bracelets or rings in silver.

Saturdays (6 weeks) 11 Aug-15 Sept | 10am-1pm $236/ members $212

Vintage Inspired Upcycled Necklaces Claire Brooks Do you have a collection of interesting fabric scraps, broken pieces of vintage jewellery or a stack of unused buttons lying around? Create a custom necklace using these in combination with Perspex to enhance your piece.

Learn design and construction

techniques such as sawing, filing and riveting.

Sun 12 Aug | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Glass Beadmaking Matthew Goodlet Learn how to work with glass using torches to create a range of colourful, decorated beads. Discover how to shape beads, apply enamels, surface treatments and safety procedures. A stimulating and hands-on workshop.

Sun 12 Aug | 10am–4pm or Sat 15 Sept | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76

Silversmithing George Lucas Create a decorated heirloom spoon with acclaimed silversmith George Lucas. Learn traditional silversmithing skills such as piercing, carving, strip feed soldering, filing and high finish polishing.

Sun 26 Aug & 2 Sept | 10am–4pm $168/ members $152

Colouring Titanium Jill Parnell Create your own brilliant colourful artwork on metal using this fascinating technique.

Titanium is the lightest and strongest of metals with heat.

Experiment with various colours and patterns then make your own stunning brooch or pendant.

Sun 9 Sept | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Hand Pierced Pendants Claire Brooks Create your own contemporary pendant in silver or copper. Learn traditional jewellery-making techniques such as soldering, riveting, filing and piercing where designs and patterns are punctured into the metal surface to create textural results.

Sat 29 Sept | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76

Ceramics & Sculpture Porcelain Jewellery Techniques – Slip Casting Sandra Black Create interesting forms for jewellery pieces working with cast porcelain, a simple sprig and two-part plaster moulds. Using white and coloured porcelain, create a range of textured brooches and sculptural neck pieces. Discover how to enhance your work with exciting surfaces using carving, piercing, layering and marbling techniques.

Mondays (8 weeks) 30 July-17 Sept | 9:30am-12:30pm $218/ members $196

Hand Modelled Vessels in Porcelain Sandra Black Create beautiful handbuilt forms and vessels with porcelain using pinch, coil and slab techniques.

Discover porcelain’s unique qualities like whiteness, its fine surface, translucency and toughness. Learn carving, piercing and colour treatments to enhance the surface of your pieces.

Mondays (8 weeks) 30 July-17 Sept | 1:30pm-4:30pm $218/ members $196

Clay Sculpture Robyn Varpins Explore clay’s unique properties and how to use a scale model while creating hand built forms.

Make your own pieces for the home and garden.

Tuesdays (6 weeks) 31 July-4 Sept | 6:30pm–9pm $207/ members $186 or Wednesdays (9weeks) 1 Aug-26 Sept | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210 or Fridays (9 weeks) 3 Aug-28 Sept | 9:30am–12:30pm $233/ members $210

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Throwing & Handbuilding Stewart Scambler Learn the fundamental techniques of ceramics. Study the properties of different sorts of clay, learn how to handle the clay with specialist tools and focus on how to use the pottery wheel.

Wednesdays (6 weeks) 1 Aug-5 Sept | 6.30pm–9pm $207/ members $186 or Thursdays (9 weeks) 2 Aug-27 Sept | 9.30am–12.30pm $233/ members $210

Hand-Thrown Ceramic Dinnerware Stewart Scambler Discover the art of throwing on the pottery wheel with a focus on techniques to make your own customised dinner set. Be guided through a series of structured demonstrations then practice making your own plates, cups, bowls, teapots, sugar bowls, casseroles and serving dishes.

Thursdays (9 weeks) 2 Aug-28 Sept | 1pm–4pm $233/ members $210

A Day on the Wheel

Intro to Paperclay

Stewart Scambler Spend the day learning how to throw on the potter’s wheel under the expert guidance of ceramicist Stewart Scambler. Discover the properties of different sorts of clay and how to handle them with specialist tools. Complete pieces will be fired in FAC’s kilns.

Sat 4 August | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Graham Hay Create detailed and expressive sculptures with paperclay while discovering its unique properties; it is stronger and more adaptable than traditional clay, pieces can be worked on, added to or sawn off at any stage. For inspiration visit grahamhay.com.au Sun 19 Aug | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Introduction to Working with Porcelain Sandra Black Learn how to work with porcelain, discovering its whiteness, fine surface, translucency and strength. Try surface decorating techniques, such as impressed, incised and applied decoration.

Students will create a number of handbuilt vessels.

Sat 11 August | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Stone Carving Viktor Eszenyi Create your own large scale sculpture for the home or garden using easy to sculpt product, manmade Hebel stone. Learn appropriate tool use, handling techniques and how to create detail in 3D sculptures in stone.

Sat 18 Aug | 10am-4pm or Sun 23 Sept | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

image: work by artist and tutor sandra black

Throw Larger Pots Stewart Scambler Improve your throwing skills with a focus on large bowls and pots. Learn the properties of clay, how to use with special tools and create smooth and textured surfaces.

Saturdays (4 weeks) 8-29 September | 10am-1pm $157/ members $141

Mosaic – Design, Colour & Technique Renae Martin

Interpret images to create your own mosaic. Learn techniques such as tile cutting and shaping, grouting, composition and colour, and how to work efficiently and effectively. Gain skills necessary to continue with your practice at home.

Sun 30 Sept | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76

fashion & Textiles Felting Pauline Franklyn Be guided through basic and advanced felt-making techniques.

Make felted babushkas, brooches, vessels and Nuno pieces. Discuss and devise your own felting project using your new skills.

Fridays (6 weeks) 10 Aug-14 Sept | 9.30am-12.30pm $187/ members $168

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Screenprinting – Customised Prints Lucinda Crimson Taking inspiration from urban art, create your own custom printed t-shirts or lengths of fabric.

Discuss colour and composition, design imagery suitable for screenprinting, learn how to make your own stencils then play around with layering techniques and levels of translucency.

Sun 12 Aug | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Screenprinting Adventures Angela Ferolla Complement your fabrics using stencils, etchings and monoprints, all processes which can be done at home. Make your own designs, experiment with samples, then work on your own project, such as a garment, furnishing, or artwork.

Tuesdays (4 weeks) 14 Aug-4 Sept | 6.30pm-9pm $138/ members $124

Weaving – Colourful Textile Vessels Fiona Gavino Create your own vibrant textile vessels while learning a range of weaving techniques that can be applied to other materials. The perfect opportunity to use those salvaged textiles or old clothes.

Sat 18 Aug | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Pattern Making from Existing Garments Gila Cohen Discover the secrets of constructing paper patterns from your favourite garments. Watch demonstrations on how to use the tracing wheel, pattern marking (seam allowing, notching and grain lines), then draft and use your own paper patterns under expert guidance.

Sun 19 Aug | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Hollow Form Felting Sue Espie Learn how to create threedimensional objects in felt without sewing. Enjoy the process of ‘resist’ felting to make ornamental vessels, hats, slippers or bags. The possibilities are endless.

Sun 19 Aug | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76

Intro to Photographic Screenprinting on Fabric Lucinda Crimson

Using FAC’s exposure unit, learn how to permanently fix a photographic image to your silkscreen, enabling you to print a high quality image countless times in repeat style. Discuss imagery, composition and layering techniques, and your own simple home setup.

Fridays (6 weeks) 24 Aug-28 Sept | 9.30am–12.30pm $187/ members $168

Glitzy Tops – Metallic Foiling & Embellishing Techniques Angela Ferolla Discover the possibilities of metallic foiling and embellishing techniques on a top of your choice. Paint, stencil or screenprint images, then embellish with beads, ribbon, buttons and other found treasures. Composition, inspiration and design all form part of the journey to construct your very own unique top.

Sat 25 Aug | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Machine Sewing for Beginners Gila Cohen Discover everything you need to know about sewing; from learning how your machine works and sewing a straight line to reading, laying and cutting patterns and eventually making a large bag with a zipper, lining and inner

pocket. Gila will teach you the technical skills and get you motivated.

Sundays (6 weeks) 26 Aug-30 Sept | 10am-1pm $236/ members $212

Nuno Felting Sue Espie Nuno is the Japanese term for a fabric to which wool and other fibres are felted. Produce your own stunning textural cloth under the guidance of textile artist Sue Espie.

Sun 2 Sept | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76

Custom Made Skirts using Transfer Dyes Angela Ferolla An exciting journey into garment creation and inspiring fabric decoration. Create a colourful pencil or a-line skirt that fits you perfectly. Learn how to use transfer dyes to create rich surfaces, how to adjust a pattern to fit you and sew a garment using stretch fabric.

Sundays (4 weeks) 9-30 Sept | 2pm–5pm $157/ members $141

Weaving – Coiling Fiona Gavino Learn the basketry technique of coiling using various plant fibres sourced locally. Construct a basket and learn how to harvest and store suitable plants for weaving. This technique can also be applied to textiles and other media.

Sat 15 Sept | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76

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image: work by artist and tutor pauline franklyn

Shibori Dyeing Bernadette Aitken Fold, twist and press cloth to learn this traditional Japanese technique of dyeing. Bring along small lengths of natural fibre fabric and come away with a collection of stunning dyed pieces.

Sat 22 Sept | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

Photography Introduction to Creative Photography Susan Hill Learn how to use your camera in manual mode and the basics of composition and light in this project based course. Discover photography as a medium for expressing and developing ideas.

Includes a field trip to Fremantle.

Students must bring their own SLR camera.

Tuesdays (6 weeks) 31 July-4 Sept | 6pm–9pm $247/ members $222 or Thursdays (6 weeks) 2 Aug-6 Sept | 9.30am-12.30pm $187/ members $168

Photobooks – Design Your Own High Quality Book Susan Hill Turn a series of treasured photographs into a book; like a portfolio, cookbook, travel record or journal. Learn to use the Book Smart computer program to design your own book; select and sequence images, use fonts, lay out images and select appropriate paper. Students must have basic skills and computer access. Final session includes debrief and feedback from the series.

Saturdays (7 weeks) 4 Aug-8 Sept | 10am-1pm $265/ members $239

An Introduction to Digital Photography

Music – Songwriting for Beginners

Peter Zuvela Learn the simple techniques needed to master the use of your digital camera with freelance photographer Peter Zuvela.

Capture the shots you have always wanted.

Sun 5 Aug | 10am–4pm $84/ members $76

David Hyams Have you ever imagined you could write a song but never knew where to start? Learn the fundamentals of songwriting with musician and composer David Hyams. Discover the structure of songs, how to write effective lyrics, devise melodies and discuss recording possibilities.

No instrument required but if you play one bring it along.

Sat 11 & 18 & Sun 12 Aug | 2pm-5pm $119/ members $107

Digital Travel Photography for Beginners Peter Zuvela An introduction to travel photography with project based exercises at location shoots around historic Fremantle sites.

A hands-on workshop that helps you get to know your camera and its workings as well as thinking about composition and lighting.

Sundays (6 weeks) 26 Aug-30 Sept | 10am-1pm $236/ members $222

Performing Arts Intro to Contemporary Dance Deborah Robertson Experience contemporary dance, discovering how to use the body as a form of selfexpression. Contemporary dancer, choreographer and instructor Deborah Robertson will lead you through techniques and choreographic exercises that are fun, stimulating and open the door to the world of contemporary dance.

Tuesdays (4 weeks) 31 July-21 Aug | 6.30pm-8pm $76/ members $68

Telling Stories – Presenting Your Own Andrea Gibbs An introduction to the fundamentals of true storytelling as performance. Unearth, structure, develop and present your own story with improviser and comedian Andrea Gibbs. All students will leave with a short performance piece or personal essay at the end of this series. For more information visit barefaced.com.au.

Sundays (3 weeks) 9-23 Sept | 10am-1pm $119/ members $107

Miscellaneous Bookbinding – Create Your Own Book or Journal Elizabeth Hammond Ever wondered how to make your own expertly made book or journal for writing or drawing in? Learn a variety of simple to technical bookbinding techniques to create your own journal as well as stunning books using recycled covers.

Sat 11 Aug | 10am-4pm $84/ members $76

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how to enrol Online

Refund Policy

Visit fac.org.au

Please read carefully before booking a course or workshop.

By Phone 9432 9555 Mon–Fri 9am–5pm Sat & Sun 10am–5pm (or fax 9430 6613) with credit card payment ONLY (Mastercard and Visa accepted)

By Mail Enclose cheque (payable to City of Fremantle) or fill in the credit card details on the enrolment form on page 44 and post it to: Fremantle Arts Centre, PO Box 891, Fremantle WA 6959

In Person Visit FAC, 1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle and enrol at Reception.

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm Sat & Sun 10am–5pm Cash, cheque, eftpos and credit card accepted

Enrolment Dates Kids Holiday from 18 June Members from 25 June Non-Members from 2 July

Fees are paid in advance and your place is only confirmed by payment.

If you are unable to attend, notice must be given five days before the course commences to receive a credit note, less 20% administration fee, redeemable within 12 months.

If a class is cancelled by FAC due to lack of participants FAC will refund your money in full.

The tuition fee does not include the cost of your materials. For material requirements see course outlines at fac.org.au FAC is a heritage listed building with access limitations. If you have any special requirements please contact reception before enrolling in a course.

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image: Eight of Diamond Pendant Series, Alistair Yiap $125 each.

Jarrah Chopping Block, Anthony Docherty $300

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FOUND at Fremantle Arts Centre presents a carefully sourced selection of Western Australian art, craft, books and design objects.

Celebrating both traditional and contemporary techniques, every piece has been handpicked for its quality, design and superb craftsmanship.

Gift vouchers available.

Martumilli Artists Martumilli Bugai Whyoulter (Grass and Wool Baskets), $90- $179 Claire Brooks Antique Button Rings, $350-$375

7 days 10am–5pm fac.org.au/shop 9432 9569

Kati Thamo (WA) Three Birds, 30x22cm Collagraph Ed 17/20 Courtesy and Š the Artist $250

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what’s on | july Sun 1 Sun 1 mon 2 mon 9 Sun 15 tues 27 fri 20 fri 20 fri 20 wed 25

kids holiday program term 3 – kids holiday enrolment open (from 18 June) courses term 3 – members enrolment open (from 25 june) courses term 3 – Non-members enrolment open courses kids holiday program begins exhibition shaun tan: suburban odyssey closes courses term 3 – adult learning program begins exhibition opening the irregular correct exhibition opening world music exhibition opening city of fremantle art collection artspoken world music, irregular correct

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what’s on | august fri 3 tue 7 tue 14 fri 24

fashion talks charlotte smith fashion talks dr gene sherman fashion talks karen quinlan learning program student exhibition

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what’s on | september fri 21 fri 21 fri 21 sat 22 sun 23

exhibition opening fac print award 6 exhibition opening performprint 7 exhibition opening big winners 10 performance performprint 9 artspoken fac print award forum 9

fac staff Director Jim Cathcart

Moores Building Exhibitions Coordinator Richie Kuhaupt

Graphic Designer matthew saville (temp) Isabel Kruger (on leave)

Curator Dr Ric Spencer

Residencies and Studios Coordinator Bevan Honey

Finance Officer Liz Telford

Exhibitions Coordinator Erin Coates

Education Coordinator Silvia Ferolla

Fac Print Award Coordinator Simone Johnston

Shop Manager Gabrielle Howlett

General Manager Pete Stone

Gallery Officers Simone Johnston Lauren rogers City of Fremantle Art Collection Curator André Lipscombe

Communications Coordinator Kathryn Doust Communications Assistant maria noakes

Finance Assistant Christine Lofthouse Reception Caroline Brook Sheridan Coleman Joanna Brown robi szalay Gwen Edwards Retail Assistants Lucy Graf Joanna Brown Jenny Dawson Kate Jones

Events Coordinator Marcus Dickson Events Assistants Jens Dolin Kate MacPherson Todd Pickett James Siggins Facilities Officer George Martin Grounds & Technician George Gregson

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opening times Open 7 days 10am–5pm and exhibition openings, night classes and events

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grounds Free WiFi Children welcome Sorry, no dogs

café Canvas Restaurant Fully licensed 7 days 8am–3pm (kitchen closes at 2pm) and during events 08 9432 9562

shop Found at Fremantle Arts Centre 7 days 10am–5pm 08 9432 9569

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By public transport Catch the free CAT bus from Fremantle Train Station By car Fremantle Arts Centre is on the corner of Finnerty and Ord Streets Street parking available

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Fremantle Arts Centre 1 Finnerty Street Fremantle Western Australia 08 9432 9555 fac@fremantle.wa.gov.au fac.org.au

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Enjoy FAC in the most rewarding way possible – as a member.

Personal Invitations Receive an invitation to FAC’s exhibitions and major events.

What’s On Brochure FAC’s quarterly program will be mailed directly to you before it’s available to the general public. Be the first to hear about upcoming exhibitions and events.

FAC Discounts Receive up to eight 10% discounts in our shop, FOUND at FAC, and on adult learning courses.

More Discounts Members are offered discounts to numerous local businesses including Jackson’s Drawing Supplies, picture framers, Luna Cinemas and The Butcher Shop.

Learning Program Advance notice and preferential booking service for all adult learning courses.

image: fac’s main gallery, shaun tan: suburban odyssey opening, 18 may 2012, photo: jared seng

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we don’t need a map november 2012

We don’t need a map: A Martu experience of the Western desert An exhibition of extraordinary artworks and events, We don’t need a map will bring the desert to the city to celebrate the lively, robust and enduring culture of the Martu in the Western Desert.

Featuring senior Martu painter Yunkarra Billy Atkins and rising young film-maker Curtis Taylor, alongside over twenty Martu artists, and internationally renowned non-Martu video artist Lynette Walworth, We don’t need a map is a significant, powerful and all-encompassing experience.

Included in the exhibition will be stunning Martu paintings, a video work celebrating the public phone in remote communities, aerial desert photography, finely wrought Martu objects and FAC’s Pilbara Garden.

image masey robinson at the parnngurr phone booth, production still from the phone booth project, 2012, courtesy and © Lily Hibberd and Curtis Taylor of Movements, courtesy and © the artist

The week-long public program Martu Mob at FAC will include bush tucker cooking, carving and gallery tours with the Martu artists and rangers.

We don’t need a map has been developed through collaborations between Martu and non-Martu artists, led by a co-curatorial process involving Martu artist and cultural consultant Kathleen Sorensen, the Manager of Martumili Artist, Gabrielle Sullivan, and FAC Exhibitions Coordinator, Erin Coates.

This project is a partnership between FAC, Kanyirninpa Jukurrpa, Martumili Artists and is made possible with support from BHP Billiton.

Fremantle Arts Centre is a City of Fremantle facility