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SAM Camp On The Road: Congupna Community Centre

Congupna Community Centre 3560 Katamatite-Shepparton Main Road, Congupna, VIC, Australia

SAM’s much-loved school holiday program brings school holiday fun and hands-on crafting to Kialla Central Hall and Congupna Community Centre, inviting 4- to 12-year-olds to stay creative while school’s out. SAM Camp on the Road: Congupna's Creative Sports Day Wednesday 9 April, drop in between 11am-3pm Congupna Community Centre, 3560 Katamatite-Shepparton Main Rd, Congupna VIC […]

SAM Autumn Camp: Spirograph Spectacular

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Get ready for a day of mesmerising patterns, swirling colours, and creative exploration inspired by artist Kerrie Poliness! In this hands-on workshop, kids will dive into the world of geometric designs, experimenting with spirograph drawings and transforming them into dynamic 3D artworks. Session 1: Spirograph Play & Thread Art (Ages 4-8) Younger participants will start […]

SAM Autumn Camp: Painting the Outdoors – Plein Air with Greg Beckenham

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Step outside and let nature be your inspiration! In this special plein air painting session, kids will work alongside painter Greg Beckenham, capturing the beauty of Victoria Park Lake through expressive brushstrokes and vibrant colours. Young artists will begin by experimenting with colour mixing and brush techniques, learning how to paint the sky, water, and […]

SAM Autumn Camp: On The Flip Side – Reflective Landscapes in Watercolour

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Kids will dive into the world of nature-inspired art with this workshop influenced by Lin Onus’ Floodwater ‘Woorong Nucko’. Over an hour, kids will create their own reflective landscapes using watercolour painting techniques. SAM Autumn Camp: On The Flip Side – Reflective Landscapes in Watercolour Morning session – suitable for ages 6-9 years 11am-12pm Afternoon session – suitable […]

SAM Toddlers x See Make Play

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]

$16.50

SAM Storytime with Emma (GV Libraries)

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Little ones will catch the reading bug with our new story time sessions in our Children’s Gallery, led by Emma from GV Library. Inspired by our new exhibition Once Upon a Time, each story time will begin with a reading, followed by a hands-on crafting activity that brings the stories to life.  Best suited to […]

SAM Presents: Art as Business

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Art as Business Are you an artist living and working in the Goulburn Valley looking to strengthen the business side of your creative practice? Join us at the Shepparton Art Museum for Art as Business, a two-day professional development intensive designed to support and upskill regional artists. Across the weekend, you’ll gain insights into the […]

SAM Toddlers x See Make Play

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]

$16.50

SAM Storytime with Emma (GV Libraries)

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Little ones will catch the reading bug with our new story time sessions in our Children’s Gallery, led by Emma from GV Library. Inspired by our new exhibition Once Upon a Time, each story time will begin with a reading, followed by a hands-on crafting activity that brings the stories to life.  Best suited to […]

SAM Toddlers x See Make Play

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]

$16.50

Educator Professional Learning: Whiteley After Dark

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Educator Professional Learning: Whiteley After Dark Step into the world of Brett Whiteley with this special after-hours session designed exclusively for educators. This relaxed and informative evening will introduce teachers to Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio, offering valuable insights into the themes, artworks, and ideas explored in the exhibition. The program will familiarise teachers with […]

SAM Storytime with Emma (GV Libraries)

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Little ones will catch the reading bug with our new story time sessions in our Children’s Gallery, led by Emma from GV Library. Inspired by our new exhibition Once Upon a Time, each story time will begin with a reading, followed by a hands-on crafting activity that brings the stories to life.  Best suited to […]

SAM Kids Art Trail

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

With the SAM Kids Art Trail, kids and families can embark on an adventure around the museum through a free, self-guided booklet containing puzzles, activities, and fun prompts that bring the gallery to life. Pick up your free Art Trail booklet at the front desk and get ready to discover art like never before! No bookings […]

SAM Winter Camp: Nature Explorers – Gouache Paintings with Anthea Kemp

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Journey through the natural world with artist Anthea Kemp! In this hands-on workshop, kids will learn how to use gouache paints to create masterpieces inspired by the great outdoors. With Anthea as their guide, young artists will discover how to observe the world around them and turn what they see into bold, colourful paintings – […]

SAM Winter Camp: Blooming Bears (SOLD OUT)

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

In this creative workshop inspired by artist Vipoo Srivilasa’s funky Flower Bears, kids will transform a Styrofoam bear into a one-of-a-kind character using a mix of materials. Through playful exploration of texture, pattern, and personal flair, each bear will become a unique character blooming with personality and imagination. This workshop is suitable for kids aged […]

SAM Talks: Belinda Fox

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Join us at SAM for an evening in-conversation event between artist Belinda Fox and SAM Artistic Director Danny Lacy. Over an hour, the pair will explore Fox’s creative practice, which spans a range of disciplines and mediums, and the ideas and inspirations behind her recent showcase, More Than This. Event details: Date + time: Thursday 17 […]

SAM Winter Camp: Fantastical Botanical Sculptures with Belinda Fox

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Take a leaf out of artist Belinda Fox’s book to make your own botanical paper sculpture! Belinda will guide kids as they begin with still-life watercolour drawing from a bouquet of local blooms; then, it’s time to go 3D! Drawings will be brought to life by introducing fantastical 3D elements that invite the wildest of […]

Whiteley’s Studio for Kids

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Kids are invited to step into the shoes of an artist with our new program, Whiteley’s Studio for Kids! Inspired by our brand-new exhibition, Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio, young artists can access a variety of materials to draw, paint, scribble and swirl their ideas to create one giant collective artwork. Kids can experiment freely, […]

SAM Presents: Whiteley (2017) Saturday Screenings

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

SAM Presents: Whiteley (2017) Saturday Screenings Dive deeper into the creative and personal life of Brett Whiteley with compelling feature-length documentary Whiteley (2017), screened in conjunction with exhibition Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio.   Join us on selected Saturdays in SAM’s Level 4 viewing space for a free, relaxed screening that sheds light on Whiteley’s artistic […]

SAM Talks: The Urbach 2025 with Anthea Kemp

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Join us at SAM for this live in-conversation event featuring  2025 Theodore Urbach Landscape Painting Prize and Studio Scholarship recipient Anthea Kemp and SAM Curator - Community Caroline Esbenshade. Together, they’ll dive into Kemp's three-month experience at  SAM undertaking the Urbach scholarship period, her collaboration with the Euroa Arboretum, and the growth she has experienced both during […]

SAM Club Term 3: Art (SOLD OUT)

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

SAM Club Term 3: Art Ignite your child’s creativity with SAM Club! This after-school program is perfect for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity. Over the year, students participate in creative projects that focus on a range of different areas of study, including Art, English, Humanities and Science. […]

SAM Makes: DIY Sketchbook with Kat Parker

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

SAM Makes: DIY Sketchbook with Kat Parker Discover the meditative and rewarding craft of bookbinding in this hands-on workshop led by local artist Kat Parker. Perfect for beginners and creatives alike, this session will guide you through the process of constructing your own unique hand-bound book using the timeless Coptic stitch technique – a binding […]

SAM x Mitchelton Estate: An evening with Whiteley

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

SAM x Mitchelton Estate: An evening with Whiteley Traversing from SAM to Mitchelton Estate, you’re invited to join us for an intimate evening of art, conversation, and fine dining. Guests will experience an after-hours viewing of blockbuster exhibition Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio and an exclusive talk on Whiteley’s practice and impact from art historian […]

SAM Club Term 3: Art (SOLD OUT)

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

SAM Club Term 3: Art Ignite your child’s creativity with SAM Club! This after-school program is perfect for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity. Over the year, students participate in creative projects that focus on a range of different areas of study, including Art, English, Humanities and Science. […]

SAM Toddlers x See Make Play

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddlers x See Make Play! We're once again partnering with the legends at See Make Play to present hands-on sessions of sensory play and exploration for toddlers, with art activities designed especially to support early childhood development. Please note that this program may use materials such as paint, water, and […]

$16.50

Artist Masterclass: Ceramic Little People with Aleisa Miksad

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Artist Masterclass: Ceramic Little People with Aleisa Miksad In this hands-on workshop, local ceramicist and educator Aleisa Miksad will guide you through a creative clay-building session inspired by Vipoo Srivilasa’s Little People series. Together, you’ll explore how to bring identity and storytelling to life through handbuilding techniques to create your own ceramic figurine full of expression and […]

SAM Club Term 3: Art (SOLD OUT)

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

SAM Club Term 3: Art Ignite your child’s creativity with SAM Club! This after-school program is perfect for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity. Over the year, students participate in creative projects that focus on a range of different areas of study, including Art, English, Humanities and Science. […]

Whiteley’s Studio for Kids

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

Kids are invited to step into the shoes of an artist with our new program, Whiteley’s Studio for Kids! Inspired by our brand-new exhibition, Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio, young artists can access a variety of materials to draw, paint, scribble and swirl their ideas to create one giant collective artwork. Kids can experiment freely, […]

SAM Presents: Whiteley (2017) Saturday Screenings

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

SAM Presents: Whiteley (2017) Saturday Screenings Dive deeper into the creative and personal life of Brett Whiteley with compelling feature-length documentary Whiteley (2017), screened in conjunction with exhibition Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio.   Join us on selected Saturdays in SAM’s Level 4 viewing space for a free, relaxed screening that sheds light on Whiteley’s artistic […]

SAM Club Term 3: Art (SOLD OUT)

Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia

SAM Club Term 3: Art Ignite your child’s creativity with SAM Club! This after-school program is perfect for primary-aged students in grades 2-6 who love to learn and explore their creativity. Over the year, students participate in creative projects that focus on a range of different areas of study, including Art, English, Humanities and Science. […]