Step into the world of tomorrow in this hands-on clay workshop inspired by the fascinating ceramic creatures of artist Jenny Orchard. Over an hour, kids and teens will let their creativity run wild as they imagine what animals and humans will look like millions of years from now. Using colourful paper clay, textiles, feathers, and […]
Artist Brendan Huntley leads this hands-on workshop that guides kids in making their own perfectly imperfect pinch-pot portraits. Kids will experiment with basic clay hand-building techniques and use found materials such as leaves and seeds to bring their creations to life, while learning that mistakes and accidents are all part of the artistic process! Program […]
Inspired by Kenny Pittock’s delectable Art Wall mural, this workshop invites kids and teens to explore the fun possibilities of still life drawing. Working with pencils and pastels , kids will create their own still life drawings featuring a feast of food-related objects. Program details: Morning session – suitable for ages 7-11 years 11am-12pm Afternoon […]
Join us at SAM for an in-conversation event with artist Julia Gorman and SAM Head of Engagement Gabriella Calandro. Over an hour, the pair will explore Gorman’s vibrant practice, which includes abstract painting, sculpture, and wall drawings, and the inspirations behind her recent site-responsive installation on SAM’s Level 1 window and landing, Reflection on reflection. […]
In this workshop, artist Julia Gorman shows kids how to take a rosy view of the world by creating their own stained-glass window acetate artworks, inspired by her very own colourful work on SAM’s Level 1 Window. Participants will be introduced to the Level 1 artwork, before heading to the workshop to begin crafting. The […]
SAM Summer Camp: Crafting Abstract Sculptures with Julia Gorman Inspired by her recent work held currently at SAM, Come Into My World (2024), in this workshop artist Julia Gorman encourages young artists to think outside the (cardboard) box as they transform cardboard into unique and colourful flat-pack sculptures. Participants will be introduced to the artwork that they will […]
SAM Summer Camp: Can-tastic Creations - Draw, Write & Colour Are you ready to get berry creative? Inspired by Kenny Pittock’s can-tastic Art Wall, kids will unleash their imagination as they explore the colourful world of art and poetry, creating their own unique fruit can drawings and writing playful short poems to adorn them. Guided […]
Guided tour | Big Ceramic Energy and Carmel Robertson: Wish you were here Join us for a free guided tour that delves into the stories behind two current exhibitions, Big Ceramic Energy and Carmel Robertson: Wish you were here. Over 25 minutes, you’ll enjoy a fascinating insight into the artists and exhibition themes on display, and gain […]
UPDATE: This program has now sold out - keep an eye on our social channels for updates on SAM Club Term 2. Designed to engage young minds, SAM Club is weekly after-school program for primary-aged kids in grades 2-6 who love to learn. Over the year, students participate in creative projects that focus on a […]
Guided tour | Stories from the SAM Collection and Carmel Robertson: Wish you were here Join us for a free guided tour that delves into the stories behind two current exhibitions, Stories from the SAM Collection and Carmel Robertson: Wish you were here. Over 25 minutes, you’ll enjoy a fascinating insight into the artists and exhibition […]
Guided tour | The Shape of Things to Come and Carmel Robertson: Wish you were here Join us for a free guided tour that delves into the story of SAM, and walks you through two current exhibitions, The Shape of Things to Come and Carmel Robertson: Wish you were here. Led by Bryony Large, SAM […]
Maree Clarke: Artist Talk (Kaiela Arts x SAM) Join Kaiela Arts and SAM for a special afternoon artist talk with Maree Clarke as she commences development of a specially commissioned artwork for the inaugural Kaiela Arts Editions – a new partnership project between Kaiela Arts and Spacecraft. Maree Clarke is a Yorta Yorta/Wamba Wamba/Mutti Mutti/Boonwurrung […]
UPDATE: This session of Clay School will no longer be held on 15 March - to hear about future sessions of Clay School, sign up to our monthly newsletter, or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. SAM Clay School: Wheel Throwing 101 Join Kialla-based ceramicist Denielle Anderson in this beginner-friendly clay throwing intensive that teaches you the fundamentals […]
SAM Seasonal Exhibition Celebration Join us at SAM as we celebrate the opening of a new suite of exhibitions, and the artists within them - The Shape of Things to Come, Dore Stockhausen: echoes of a new eden, Belinda Fox: More than this, Emmet O'Dwyer: Magic Mountains, and Ayako Rokkaku. Enjoy an evening of art, connection, and conversation as you experience […]
Guided tour | The Shape of Things to Come and Dore Stockhausen: echoes of a new eden Join us for a free guided tour that delves into the story of SAM, and walks you through two current exhibitions, The Shape of Things to Come and Dore Stockhausen: echoes of a new eden. Led by Bryony Large, […]
Date night, friends’ drinks, end-of-week debrief – your new favourite location for a Friday night has just dropped, with Bar SAM kicking off our first date for 2025 on Friday 28 March from 5.30-8.00pm. We’re teaming up with the Elsewhere at SAM crew to bring you a new bar experience on our Level 4, where […]
SAM Presents: Field Drawing with Kerrie Poliness Make your mark with SAM Art Wall feature artist Kerrie Poliness in this participatory large-scale line drawing session that will flow down the lawn of SAM’s Orchard Hill. Together, Poliness and participants will map out a line drawing in the artist's signature abstract, geometric style that expands on […]
Support the local creative scene at this small but mighty craft market, with artist-run stalls showcasing the diverse wares and practices of regional makers. From ceramics to handcrafted jewellery and textiles, find your next centrepiece or thoughtful gift at the SAM Art Market. Event details: Date + time: Saturday 5 April, 10am-2pm Location: Lake side of […]
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: Kialla's Tales & Treasures Tuesday 8 April, drop in between 11am-3pm Kialla Central Hall, 135 Central Kialla Road, Kialla VIC 3631 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us at SAM for an in-conversation event with artist Dore Stockhausen and SAM Community Curator Caroline Esbenshade. Over an hour, the pair will explore Dore’s vibrant practice, which includes abstract paintings of interior spaces overlaid with aspects of nature and landscape, and the inspirations behind her recent exhibition for SAM Selects in SAM’s Community […]
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 […]
Date night, friends’ drinks, end-of-week debrief – Bar SAM returns on Thursday 17 April from 5.00-8.00pm to ring in the long weekend. We’re teaming up with the Elsewhere at SAM crew to bring you an ambient bar experience on our Level 4, where you can enjoy drinks and bar snacks in an architectural space while […]
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 […]
Join us at SAM for an in-conversation event with artist Dr. Bridget Hillebrand as she chats with SAM’s Artistic Director, Danny Lacy, about the creative process and inspirations behind her immense sculptural paper work River, her experiences at the Venice Biennale, and the new forms the work takes on in every new iteration. River is currently on display in The Shape of […]
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 […]
Regional creatives are warmly invited to an evening networking event ahead of Shepparton Art Museum’s Art as Business weekend intensive. Open to both Art as Business attendees and the general public, this event is an exciting opportunity to meet and connect with other creatives, expand your professional network, and gain valuable insights from a thought-provoking […]
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 […]
