NOW ONLINE: Getting messy and having fun is what SAM Little Hands is all about! Budding artists will experience art-making through play, paint and clay. Join SAM online to continue Little Hands fun from home! With a new video posted every Wednesday showcasing a creative idea to try with things you can find around the […]
NOW ONLINE: Getting messy and having fun is what SAM Little Hands is all about! Budding artists will experience art-making through play, paint and clay. Join SAM online to continue Little Hands fun from home! With a new video posted every Wednesday showcasing a creative idea to try with things you can find around the […]
A series of four FREE online workshops lead by artist Aaron Billings presented on ZOOM. August 26, 5pm to 6.30pm September 2, 5pm to 6.30pm September 9, 5pm to 6.30pm September 16, 5pm to 6.30pm Incorporating the everday, artist Aaron Billings draws on the world around him to tell his stories. Join him and other […]
A FREE online workshop series for kids This is a reoccurring weekly workshop series: Tuesday 27th of October and 10th, 17th and 24th of November (skipping Melbourne Cup day) from 4pm – 5.30pm on ZOOM. Join artist Aaron Billings for a very special online edition of Art Club! Over four weeks, kids will learn about artworks from […]
Entries are in, view them here! The top mascots to be chosen soon! Who is SAM? Congratulations to all the students who answered this question and have designed a mascot for new SAM! Included in this resource is: An introduction PowerPoint Lesson outline Research page Art card for primary and updated Artcard Your school entries […]
A virtual sketchbook club for all Dive into a bright pool of colours with this week’s guest illustrator, Tegan Iversen. Focusing on repetition, participants will learn methods of pattern making using the drawings they create. Tegan’s fun and whacky figures are sure to breathe life into the blank pages of your sketchbook. For this workshop, […]
A virtual sketchbook club for all Big shapes of bold colours await you in this workshop led by GV artist Rachel Doller. Taking inspiration from their everyday surroundings, participants will learn how to create colourful visuals out of common household belongings. Rachel’s joyful patterns and whacky collages are sure to take you out of your comfort zone in this iteration of SAM Sketch. For this workshop, you will need plain and coloured paper, […]
A virtual sketchbook club for all Discover the ins and outs of illustrating figures with artist Tessa Chong. Tessa’s drawn figures convey personality, emotion and most often humour! Learn how to breathe life into your own figures in this week’s iteration of SAM Sketch. For this workshop you will need paper, pencils and gauche or watercolour. SAM Sketch […]
A virtual sketchbook club for all Learn how to create stories using visual language in this workshop taught by artist Troy Firebrace. Troy’s practice is heavily informed by his experience as a Yorta Yorta man, a story that he tells through visual symbols. Discover how to create your own symbols and tell your own stories in this week’s iteration of SAM […]
What makes you… you? Is it your fingers or toes? Is it where you come from or where you’re going? In this workshop, join artist Moorina Bonini in exploring your own identity and create an imaginative artwork that matches your findings. This program is part of the 2021 Shepparton Festival. Book your place now! var exampleCallback = function() […]
SAM Sketch with artist Liv Lee A FREE virtual sketchbook club for all via ZOOMWednesday 14th and 21st of July from 5:30pm – 6:30pm (with discussion and questions after class) Join us for another online edition of SAM’s popular program SAM Sketch led by artist and illustrator Liv Lee. In these workshops you will learn […]
Are you a passionate Art and Design student in years 10-12? SAM is offering a FREE five week onsite and online workshop series! We are excited to welcome senior students to this series of workshops in SAM's new workshop space! Join ceramicist Kaye Poulton and explore your creativity with ceramic sculpture. SAM Scholars in Term […]
A Virtual Sketchbook for All During the Victorian lockdown, SAM is supporting local talent to inspire creativity in our region. Join GV artist Rachel Doller in this fun dynamic workshop to make your own greeting card! Make a card for a neighbour, a friend or a family member to brighten their day during the lockdown. […]
SAM is supporting local talent to inspire creativity in our region during lockdown. Connect to your surroundings with artist Kristen Retallick in this watercolour painting workshop. Exploring your home environment, learn how to use natural materials to create a unique composition in your sketchbook. For this workshop you will need paper, pencils or markers, white-out, […]
SAM Sketch with Moorina Bonini Spring School Holiday Program A virtual sketchbook club for kids! What makes you, you? Is it your fingers or toes? Is it where you come from or where you’re going? In this workshop, join artist Moorina Bonini in exploring your own identity and create an imaginative artwork that matches your […]
SAM Sketch with Jamie Marcetic Spring School Holiday Program A virtual sketchbook club for kids! Join us in this dynamic, engaging drawing workshop led by GV artist Jamie Marcetic. Kids and young at heart play along over ZOOM to create their own weird and whacky monsters! A fun way to get the kids thinking creatively […]
Join GV artist Sophie Wilson for an engaging evening of watercolour painting. Using flora found in their garden or in the Australian bush, participants will learn the fundamentals of painting with watercolour. Beginners and more experienced painters alike are welcome to join this SAM Sketch! For this workshop, all you will need is plain paper, […]
Sunday 21st of November, half-hour sessions from 1.00pm – 4.00pm at the SAM ForecourtCreate collages with GV artists Kristen Retallick and Rachel DollerDiscover the species of local fauna surrounding the SAM lake in this practical workshop for adults and families. Exploring SAM’s wetlands and the birds found within them, learn how to recreate your own […]
A practical workshop for adults with ceramicist Kaye Poulton Monday 22, 29 of November and 13 December 6:00pm – 8:00pm at SAM WorkshopGeneral Admission $240(Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on events)Learn the basics of wheel-based ceramics in this workshop series led by ceramicist Kaye Poulton. Over three weeks, participants will be introduced to the techniques of throwing, trimming and glazing their pieces. If you have always wanted to have a turn on the pottery wheel or are returning […]
SAM Makes: Coiled VesselsA ceramic workshop with Tantri MustikaThursday 9th of December from 5:30pm - 7:00pm on ZOOMClass Admission FREE Material packs available Join us online to discover the versatile method of coiling ceramics. Tantri will lead participants through unique ways of coiling pots and vessels in this online workshop. A great starter for those wanting to […]
A sensory play experience for pre-schoolersEvery third Wednesday of the month, Level 2 in the SAM Workshop RoomGeneral $5Please note Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programsEnjoy creative playtime with SAM's Little Hands program.Toddlers experience sensory play and art-making in this dynamic workshop. Each session will be a hands-on experience of sensory play, […]
SAM Presents: We can be heroes Activities for young superheroes 10:30-12:30pm at SAM For kids and families FREE Join us for a jam-packed day of superhero action these school holidays at SAM. Come to one or all the activities, whatever fits into your busy superhero day. Come dressed up as your favourite superhero or a person you look up to! Enjoy […]
Monday 17 January SAM Sketch: Building Superheroes Illustration and Character Design with Travis De Vries 10:30-12:00pm for primary school aged kids over ZOOM 1:30-3:30pm for secondary school aged students over ZOOM FREEIn this workshop kids will learn techniques to create narratives and build their own characters. Kids will spend time developing a character, giving them powers, relating them […]
SAM Art Club Clay animals with the SAM team 10:30-12:00pm at SAM For primary school kids, aged 6 - 12 General Admission $5 SAM Art Club is an adult-free zone for kids to explore the museum in new and exciting ways! Taking inspiration from the beloved characters X and Ray in Lin Onus: The Land Within, kids will create their […]
Friday 21 January SAM Moves: Dance Party Dance workshop with performer Robert Baxter Half-hour sessions from 10:30-12:00pm at SAM For kids and families FREE Show us your moves at our summer dance party! Led by performer Robert Baxter, kids will learn some new dance moves and choreography in this fun workshop. Kids can enjoy an engaging morning with DJs and dance instruction […]
Saturday 22 January SAM Sketch: Barmah and BeyondLandscape painting workshop with artist Coree Thorpe10:30-12:30pm at SAM For teens aged 12- 17 $5 Join us for a landscape painting workshop with artist Coree Thorpe over ZOOM. Taking inspiration from Lin Onus’ landscape paintings, participants will create their own painting or drawing from home. Coree Thorpe is a Gunnai, Yorta Yorta, Gunditjmara […]
SAM Makes: Thrown Ceramics A practical workshop for adults with ceramicist Kaye Poulton Monday 7, 14, 21 of February and 7 March 6:00pm – 8:00pm at SAM Workshop General Admission $280 (Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on events) Learn the basics of wheel-based ceramics in this workshop series led by ceramicist Kaye Poulton. Over four weeks, participants will […]
Learn about artworks at SAM with artist Aaron Billings Tuesday 8, 15, 22 February from 4:30-5:30pm on ZOOM For primary school kids, aged 6 - 12 FREE SAM Art Club is an adult free zone for kids to explore art in new and exciting ways! Artist Aaron Billings shows kids how to create their own comic using the SAM collection as inspiration. Kids will need paper and pencils, textas or pens to complete this […]
Learn about artworks at SAM with artist Aaron Billings Tuesday 8, 15, 22 February from 4:30-5:30pm on ZOOM For primary school kids, aged 6 - 12 FREE SAM Art Club is an adult free zone for kids to explore art in new and exciting ways! Artist Aaron Billings shows kids how to create their own comic using the SAM collection as inspiration. Kids will need paper and pencils, textas or pens to complete this […]
Mapmaking workshop with the SAM team Wednesday 16 February from 5:30-6:30pm Level 4, Shepparton Art Museum For adults $5 Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programs Enjoy an afternoon painting overlooking the treetops of the Kaiela (Goulburn River). In this beginner-friendly workshop participants will explore the ideas presented in SAM’s inaugural art wall by Louisa Bufardeci. All materials provided. Participants are encouraged to […]
Learn about artworks at SAM with artist Aaron Billings Tuesday 8, 15, 22 February from 4:30-5:30pm on ZOOM For primary school kids, aged 6 - 12 FREE SAM Art Club is an adult free zone for kids to explore art in new and exciting ways! Artist Aaron Billings shows kids how to create their own comic using the SAM collection as inspiration. Kids will need paper and pencils, textas or pens to complete this […]
SAM Moves: Yoga Flow Morning movement with Jen Scandolera Wednesday 23 February from 9:15-10am Level 4, Shepparton Art Museum $10 Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programs Join us for a morning of wellness overlooking the treetops on the Goulburn River. Participants will be led through a yoga flow by Jen Scandolera on the top floor of SAM. This is a beginner-friendly class. Please note, participants […]
SAM Art ClubKids discover artworks at SAM Tuesday 15, 22 March from 4:00-5:30pm Level 2, Shepparton Art Museum For primary school kids, aged 6 - 12$10SAM Art Club is an adult free zone for kids to explore art in new and exciting ways! Join in on the fun in Term 1 of this after school […]
SAM Art ClubKids discover artworks at SAM Tuesday 15, 22 March from 4:00-5:30pm Level 2, Shepparton Art Museum For primary school kids, aged 6 - 12$10SAM Art Club is an adult free zone for kids to explore art in new and exciting ways! Join in on the fun in Term 1 of this after school […]
Exhibition screening: Köken Ergun’s 'Heroes'Tuesdays 28 March - 26 July12:00 - 1:30pmLevel 4, Shepparton Art MuseumFree - no bookings necessaryArt in Conflict artist, Köken Ergun’s film 'Heroes' will be shown in full on level 4 every Tuesday at 12.00pm from Tuesday 28 March to 26 July 2022.PLEASE NOTE: Due to a scheduling conflict, Heroes will not […]
SAM Kids: Building Ceramics Tuesday 12 April at 10:30am – 12:00pmLevel 2, Shepparton Art Museum$10Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programsSAM Kids is an adult free zone for kids to explore art in new and exciting ways! Join in on the fun these school holidays.In this workshop, kids will be making their own […]
SAM Teens: Thrown CeramicsA wheel throwing workshop for teensWednesday 13 April at 10:30am – 12:30pm Level 2, Shepparton Art Museum$50Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programLearn the basics of wheel-based ceramics in this workshop series. Over two messy hours, teens will learn the basics of making ceramics on the pottery wheel. This class […]
SAM Kids: Treasure MapThursday 21 April at 10:30am – 11:30amLevel 2, Shepparton Art MuseumFor primary school kids, aged 6 - 12$10SAM Kids is an adult free zone for kids to explore art in new and exciting ways! Join in on the fun these school holidays. In this workshop, kids will explore the galleries to create […]
SAM Kids: Deep Soulful Sweats An exercise in movement with Melbourne dance duo Deep Soulful SweatsFriday 22 April at 11:30amLevel 2, Shepparton Art MuseumFREEJoin Deep Soulful Sweats on an elemental expedition through art and the zodiac. Open to kids and families, together we will create an absurd theatre, a parade, a moving work of art […]
Morning movement with Jen ScandoleraWednesday 30 March and 27 April from 9:15-10amLevel 4, Shepparton Art Museum$10Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programsJoin us for a morning of wellness overlooking the treetops on the Goulburn River. Participants will be led through a yoga flow by Jen Scandolera on the top floor of SAM.This is […]
SAM Kids: Term 2 Tuesday 17 May from 4:00pm – 5:30pm Thursday 19 May from 4:00pm – 5:30pm Tuesday 24 May from 4:00pm – 5:30pm Level 2, Shepparton Art Museum $10 Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programs SAM Kids is an adult free zone for kids to explore art in new and exciting ways! Join in on the fun in Term 2. Through […]
SAM Kids: Term 2 Tuesday 17 May from 4:00pm – 5:30pm Thursday 19 May from 4:00pm – 5:30pm Tuesday 24 May from 4:00pm – 5:30pm Level 2, Shepparton Art Museum $10 Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programs SAM Kids is an adult free zone for kids to explore art in new and exciting ways! Join in on the fun in Term 2. Through […]
SAM Kids: Term 2 Tuesday 17 May from 4:00pm – 5:30pm Thursday 19 May from 4:00pm – 5:30pm Tuesday 24 May from 4:00pm – 5:30pm Level 2, Shepparton Art Museum $10 Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programs SAM Kids is an adult free zone for kids to explore art in new and exciting ways! Join in on the fun in Term 2. Through […]
Morning movement with Jen Scandolera Wednesday 25 May from 9.15-10am Level 4, Shepparton Art Museum $10 Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programs Join us for a morning of wellness and rejuvenation paired with a treetop view of the Goulburn River bushland. Participants will be led by instruction Jen Scandolera on the top […]
A Wander in the Wet: Drop-in kids workshopsSunday 29 May from 11:00am – 3:00pm Monday 27 June from 11:00am – 3:00pm (Term 2 school holidays)Tuesday 19 July from 11:00am – 3:00pm […]
SAM SoundsA whole Museum Music event! From 4pm SAM Sounds, a FREE, all ages community event bringing live music to spaces across SAM. Enjoy performances in the Children's Gallery, hear soundscapes echo through the galleria and be spellbound by First Nations spoken word in the Lin Onus Gallery – this unique event will be sure to add […]
From 7pm on June 3 join us for SAM After Sunset on our rooftop terrace. The finale of our sell out SAM at Sunset series.This 18+ ticketed event will feature live music from local musicians Sam & Sam and Braden Pullen. Tickets include canapés and three drinks to enjoy while you’re serenaded under the stars […]
Meteorites at SAM! Come join us for a free, family friendly event at SAM as you hear about how art and astronomy converge at SAM on Tuesday 14 June at 6.30pm. Learn about the creative process of James Geurts’ Trajectories: Orbiting Bodies Meet, a neon installation inspired by the Murchison Meteorite and displayed on SAM's […]
Bukjeh at SAMIn Arabic, Bukjeh is the name for a small pack of belongings carried by travellers and refugees. These few objects paint an intimate portrait of their carrier, with each item holding memories and histories of places that were once home.Led by artist and creator Aseel Tayah, Bukjeh at SAM will transport its audience […]
A Wander in the Wet: Drop-in kids workshopsMonday 27 June from 11:00am – 3:00pm (Term 2 school holidays)Tuesday 19 July from 11:00am – 3:00pm […]
