Shepparton Art Museum

SAM Kids: Building Ceramics
2022-04-12 10:30 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Kids: Building Ceramics Tuesday 12 April at 10:30am – 12:00pmLevel 2, Shepparton Art Museum$10Friends 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 these school holidays. In this workshop, kids will be making their own ceramic artwork inspired by our exhibition Brown Pots. All materials and firing included. Please note, participants will have to return to SAM after the workshop to collect their works. SAM Kids is a program series for children in primary school.

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SAM Talks: A hundred years
2022-03-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Talks: A hundred yearswith exhibiting artist Angelica Mesiti, Curator, Australian War Memorial, Laura Webster and SAM Acting Artistic Director and Senior Curator Shelley McSpedden Sunday 27 March from 11 - 2pm Level 4, Shepparton Art Museum FREE - no bookings necessary Listen to a discussion of Angelica Mesiti’s A hundred years, 2019-2020, a work commissioned by the Australian War Memorial to explore the Australian experience of the western front and its legacy. The talk has been recorded over ZOOM and will be played from 11am – 2pm in the Multi-Function Room at SAM on Level 4.

SAM Tours: Art in Conflict
2022-03-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Tours: Art in Conflict An exhibition tour with Australian War Memorial Curators Anthea Gunn and Laura Webster Sunday 27 March at 11am Level 2, Shepparton Art Museum FREE Join Australian War Memorial’s curatorial team as they speak on their unique insights of Art in Conflict.

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SAM Precinct: Illuminate
2022-03-25 18:00 - 21:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
A two-day festival that will bring music, food and art to life.Part of the 2022 Shepparton Festival program, Illuminate will light up and celebrate the SAM Precinct and highlight the creativity and innovation, positioning the region as the creative hub of regional Victoria. The festival features mesmerising light installations and experiences along Victoria Park Lake, a glowing line-up of music performers, roving and illuminated performances and flavour punching food trucks across both evenings. Saturday night will also see the major finale an immersive laser, light and sound show covering some of our lakeside pathways of Victoria Park Lake and projecting against the unique canvas that is the new SAM Building. When:Friday 25 March 6pm-9.30pmSaturday 26 March 5pm-10pm Where:SAM Precinct Victoria Park Lake, Shepparton Find out more about their program and FAQ via their website: https://visitshepparton.com.au/events/special-events/illuminate

SAM Talks: New Horizons
2022-03-26 16:00 - 16:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Curatorial floor talk with SAM Exhibition Curator Jessica O’Farrell Saturday 26 March from 4 – 4:30pm Level 2, Community Gallery, Shepparton Art Museum Join SAM Exhibitions Curator Jessica O’Farrell as she discusses our latest community gallery offering SAM Open.

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Art in Conflict: Official Exhibition Opening
2022-03-26 13:00 - 15:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
From 1pm Official Exhibition Opening 1:00pm – Smoking Ceremony 1:30pm – 2:30pm Opening Remarks by Anne Bennie – Assistant Director, Branch Head Public Programs, Australian War Memorial, Kay Ball – President, Murchison & District Historical Society Inc, and Mohammed Yassin – Founder, Culture & Co.

Exhibition screening: Köken Ergun’s 'Heroes'
2022-03-26 12:00 - 2022-07-26 13:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Exhibition screening: Köken Ergun’s 'Heroes'Tuesdays 28 March - 26 July 12:00 - 1:30pmLevel 4, Shepparton Art MuseumFree - no bookings necessary Art 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 be screened on Tuesday 14 June. We apologise for the inconvenience.

SAM Talks: Recent War Art Commissions
2022-03-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Talks: Recent War Art CommissionsWith artists Megan Cope and Susan Norrie Saturday 26 March at 11am Level 2, Shepparton Art Museum FREE Join exhibiting artists Megan Cope and Susan Norrie as they discuss their recent war art commissions with Australian War Memorial’s curators Anthea Gunn and Laura Webster.

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Art in Conflict - Community Forum
2022-03-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Community Forum – Art in Conflict with the Australian War Memorial Curators Anthea Gunn and Laura Webster, and SAM Acting Artistic Director and Senior Curator Shelley McSpedden Wednesday 23 March at 12:30pm FREE on ZOOM We invite our community for an opportunity to discover the artworks and topics presented in our upcoming touring exhibition Art in Conflict presented by the Australian War Memorial. Curators will take questions from the community after a presentation about the exhibition.

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SAM Art Club
2022-03-15 16:00 - 17:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
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$10 SAM 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 program.

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SAM Talks: Women in Design
2022-03-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Talks: Women in Design With Visnja Brdar, Georgia Chapman, Jenny Morgan and SAM Exhibitions Curator Jessica O’Farrell Monday 21 March at 2:00pmLevel 4, Shepparton Art MuseumFREE Join leading Australian designers in discussion of their work in SAM’s Everyday Australian Design exhibition and their experiences of the industry. In conversation with SAM Curator, Jessica O’Farrell designers Visnja Brdar, Georgia Chapman and Jenny Morgan will talk to their designed objects and speak more broadly on their triumphs and challenges of their respective careers. About the Panel Visnja Brdar Geelong born Visnja Brdar launched her Creative Studio, BRDAR in Melbourne at the age of 21. Australia’s celebrated names would soon become her clients, including The Sydney Opera House, Marc Newson, Chris Connell, Neometro and Jill Dupleix. She moved to New York in 1999 to work with Fabien Baron as art director for Michael Kors, Jil Sander, Armani and Nars Cosmetics. Career highlights include working with Richard Avedon and Tibor Kalman. She re-established BRDAR in New York in 2003, doing projects with Estee Lauder, Issey Miyake, Van Cleef & Arpels and New York’s top real estate developers. Brdar also designs jewellery for her own line, VISNJA JEWELS. Georgia Chapman After completing a BA degree in Textile Design at RMIT, Georgia co –founded the fashion and homewares label Vixen Australia in1993, quickly developing a signature of original textile designs, hand printed in her Melbourne studio. For over 20 years Vixen was sold through retail outlets across Australia, Asia, and in London. In 2014 Georgia launched her Georgia Chapman label, opening an online store and began focusing on textile collaborations with like-minded companies. Georgia has designed fabric for fashion labels such as Collette Dinnigan and Scanlan and Theodore, and interior collections for Safari Living, and Designer Rugs. Georgia maintains a strong professional profile as a textile artist, and works as a sessional lecturer at RMIT. She has exhibited her work widely, and her works are held in the collections of the NGV and Powerhouse museums. Her exhibition profile includes the Seppelt Contemporary Art Award (1999 MCA Sydney); Repetition (2000, Craft Victoria); Foundations of Gold (2001, international touring exhibition); Australian Fashion and Textile exhibition (2002 , Korea); Sourcing the Muse (2002, Powerhouse Museum). Her work is currently touring Australia as part of the Tamworth Textile triennial Georgia was awarded the 1998 Textile Design Award (Victorian Design Awards); the 1999 Seppelt Contemporary Art Award (object category), MCA; and was an exhibiting finalist in the 2003 Cicely and Colin Rigg Contemporary Design Award, NGV. Jenny Morgan Jenny Morgan worked for GM Australia Design (GM Holden Design) as Design Manager and Chief Designer for over twenty years, designing the colours, materials and surface finishes for Holden’s iconic Commodore, Monaro, Statesman, Caprice, ute and wagon vehicles. Also contributing to many global GM brands, including Cadillac, Buick, Chevrolet and Opel production and concept vehicles. Passionate about innovation, customer behaviour and advanced technologies, Jenny also initiated and developed long-term design strategies and material portfolios. Studied at RMIT, BA Textile Design, and commenced her design career at BTR Nylex, Films and Fabrics Division. Jessica O’Farrell, SAM Exhibitions Curator Jessica is a curator and arts manager with a strong interest in supporting the professional development of emerging and early career artists through artwork commissions, exhibitions and associated programs. Jessica has over ten years’ experience working for non-profit and commercial galleries in Australia and the UK with positions held in Brisbane at the Institute of Modern Art, UQ Art Museum, QUT Art Museum and Fireworks Gallery; and in London at Pilar Corrias Gallery, Cubitt Gallery and the David Roberts Art Foundation. She holds an MFA Curating from Goldsmiths University of London.

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Possum Skin Cloak Burning with Tiriki Onus
2022-03-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Possum Skin Cloak Burning with Tiriki Onus 1pm to 2pm, Shepparton Art Museum Shepparton Art Museum is proud to present a special occasion celebrating Aboriginal culture with Tiriki Onus. Join us as Tiriki burns symbols derived from Lin Onus’ iconography to make a possum skin cloak as an act of storytelling and cultural affirmation. This event will take place within the Lin Onus: The Land Within exhibition space creating a unique opportunity for community members to share, learn and connect. FREE RSVP below

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SAM Talks: Beyond Curating
2022-03-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Talks: Beyond Curating A discussion on First Nation’s curatorial practices in arts and cultural institutions 11am, Level 4, Shepparton Art Museum In this special panel discussion, influential Aboriginal arts practitioners from across the industry reflect on curating First Nations focused exhibitions and curatorial practices. Chaired by Kimberley Moulton, panelists include Paola Balla, This Mob and Belinda Briggs. This event will be recorded and made available on the SAM website. Kimberley Moulton is a Yorta Yorta woman and was born and raised in Shepparton. Kimberley is a curator and writer and Senior Curator South Eastern Aboriginal Collections at Museums Victoria (2016-present). Belinda Briggs, SAM Curator – Indigenous is a Yorta Yorta and Wamba Wamba woman and is a writer and curator at the Shepparton Art Museum (SAM). Dr Paola Balla is a proud Wemba-Wemba and Gunditjmara woman. Paola is an artist, curator, lecturer, writer, speaker and community cultural development worker. This Mob is an Indigenous-run collective nurturing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists based in Naarm. They facilitate spaces and events that aim to build strength between Indigenous peoples, celebrate blakness, and destroy imposed boundaries that try to inhibit creativity and culture. Moorina Bonini, representing This Mob, is a proud descendant of the Yorta Yorta Dhulunyagen family clan of Ulupna and the Yorta Yorta and Wurundjeri Briggs/McCrae family. Moorina is an artist whose works are informed by her experiences as an Aboriginal and Italian woman. Her practice is driven by a self-reflexive methodology that enables the reexamination of lived experiences that have influenced the construction of her cultural identity. By unsettling the narrative placed upon Aboriginal people as a result of colonisation of Aboriginal Australia, Bonini’s practice is based within Indigenous Knowledge systems and brings this to the fore. Moorina is a core member of this mob arts collective. Kate ten Buuren, representing This Mob, is a Taungurung curator, artist and writer working on Kulin Country. Kate’s cross-disciplinary practice investigates collective and collaborative ways of working, and her interest in contemporary visual art, film and oral traditions is grounded in self-determination, self-representation and the power of knowing one another. Kate is the founder and active member of First Nations arts collective this mob who make space for young artists to connect and create on their own terms. Kate currently works as a Curator at ACMI and was previously Curator at the Koorie Heritage Trust. FREE RSVP below

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SAM Talks: Moorina Bonini on This Is Our Story
2022-03-05 12:30 - 14:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Talks: Moorina Bonini on This Is Our Story 12.30pm Level 2, Shepparton Art Museum Artist talk with Moorina Bonini, as she speaks about her commission This Is Our Story, a series of recorded interviews contextualizing Lin’s practice within the rich network of family, artistic and political spheres in which he worked, that he was inspired by and that he contributed to. After this event, community members will have the opportunity to record their own memories of Lin. Moorina Bonini is a proud descendant of the Yorta Yorta Dhulunyagen family clan of Ulupna and the Yorta Yorta and Wurundjeri Briggs/McCrae family. Moorina is an artist whose works are informed by her experiences as an Aboriginal and Italian woman. Her practice is driven by a self-reflexive methodology that enables the reexamination of lived experiences that have influenced the construction of her cultural identity. By unsettling the narrative placed upon Aboriginal people as a result of colonisation of Aboriginal Australia, Bonini’s practice is based within Indigenous Knowledge systems and brings this to the fore. Moorina is a core member of this mob arts collective. FREE RSVP below

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SAM Talks: Connection to Country
2022-03-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Talks: Connection to Country with Maree Clarke and Belinda Briggs, SAM Curator – Indigenous 11am Level 1, Shepparton Art Museum Join Maree Clarke as she speaks with Belinda Briggs, SAM Curator – Indigenous, about the culmination of her practice in our inaugural SAM Window commission Connection to Country – I Remember When...: Stories From Elders About Their Connection to Country, Culture, and Place. FREE RSVP below

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SAM Moves: Yoga Flow
2022-02-23 09:15 - 10:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
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 will need to bring their own yoga mat and sweat towel. RSVP through booking form below or link>> https://www.trybooking.com/BXBFK

SAM Art Club
2022-02-08 16:30 - 17:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
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 workshop at home. RSVP through booking form below or link>> https://www.trybooking.com/BXBGC

SAM Sketch: Looking out and across
2022-02-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
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 bring their own sketchbooks. RSVP through booking form below or link>> https://www.trybooking.com/BXBFQ

SAM Talks: Everyday Australian Design
2022-02-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Talks: Everyday Australian Design With Ian Wong and SAM Exhibitions Curator, Jessica O'Farrell Saturday 12 February at 2:00pm Level 1, Shepparton Art Museum FREE Join guest Curator Ian Wong and SAM Exhibitions Curator Jessica O’Farrell for an in-depth discussion about SAM’s exhibition Everyday Australian Design. RSVP Below and learn more about the exhibition here.

SAM Makes: Thrown Ceramics
2022-02-07 18:00 - 2022-03-07 20:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
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 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 from a hiatus, this is the class for you. All materials and firing included. Please note, participants will have to return to SAM after the workshop to collect their works. Refer to the SAM website for bookings.

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SAM Sketch: Barmah and beyond
2022-01-22 10:30 - 12:00 | Online, Shepparton
Saturday 22 January SAM Sketch: Barmah and Beyond Landscape painting workshop with artist Coree Thorpe 10:30-12:30pm 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 and Wurundjeri artist. Growing up surrounded by art and activism, Coree has always had a passion for creativity, for standing strong in who you are and for ensuring that community and family are at the heart of everything.

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SAM Moves: Outdoor Dance Party
2022-01-21 10:30 - 12:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
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 with their families. Bookings essential. Please note, children must be accompanied by a carer. Robert Baxter (b. 2000) is a young and driven performing artist, amassing a vast amount of experience across performance, teaching and creation. Robert is an award-winning singer/songwriter. He has written and released 7 songs on iTunes and all streaming platforms. He expresses himself and tells stories through music and dance. Robert also works as a model and actor, doing various runways, campaigns and photoshoots.

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SAM Art Club
2022-01-18 10:30 - 12:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
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 own animal figure out of clay. Children can be dropped off at this event and attend without a carer. Bookings are essential. Please note, parents/ guardians will need to return to SAM for the fired works.

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SAM Sketch: Building Superheroes
2022-01-17 10:30 - 15:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
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 FREE In 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 to their surroundings and the basics of illustrating in graphic novel style to bring their character to life. Bookings essential via the SAM Website. Travis De Vries is a Gamilaroi writer, artist and podcaster. You can find his podcasts on Awesome Black and his artwork in various galleries or on his Instagram page: @travishdevries

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SAM Presents: We Can Be Heroes
2022-01-16 10:30 - 12:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
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 creating a superhero comic, accessorising your superhero costume, and learning about Kaptn Koori, the superhero living at SAM in our current exhibition Lin Onus: The Land Within. Superhero tours for kids at 11am and 12pm. All other activities will run for the duration of the event. Secure your ticket via the SAM Website. Please note, children must be accompanied by a carer.

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Fresh: GV Top Art & Design 2021 Awards Night
2021-12-15 16:30 - 19:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
The Shepparton Art Museum is delighted to invite you to the award presentation for the Fresh GV Top Art & Design 2021. WEDNESDAY 15 DECEMBER, 2021 4.30 to 6pm, presentations from 5pm Sponsored by La Trobe University, awards will be presented to one student in the following categories: Painting Drawing Ceramics Photography & Digital Media Awards will be presented by Elizabeth Capp, Head of Campus, La Trobe University, Shepparton Judges: Elizabeth Capp, Head of Campus, La Trobe University, Shepparton David Menzies, Educator, National Gallery of Victoria Jason Phu, Artist Please RSVP below:
