Join us for a conversation that digs into the behind-the-scenes process of designing the Dance Me to the End of Love exhibition with our curatorial team. From the delicate curtain behind Woman and Child to the island of Ramesh Nithiyendran's ceramics, learn about the design choices that build and enhance the mood of the incredible works housed within the […]
Join us for a magical afternoon, handbuilding clay candle holders over nibbles, conversation and candlelight. Hosted by artist Hilary Green, you will be guided to create unique and fantastical forms fit for a candle. Hilary is a Melbourne based artist who has years of experience working with clay and finding her own way to express […]
Are you a keen, creative high school art student? SAM Studios, our weekly artist-led workshop series, is returning for Term 2 on 17 May!This term, artist & jeweller Dr. Jan Donaldson joins us for six workshops that dive into the art of metalwork and wearable art. These sessions are a chance to learn new art […]
Join Meg Sheehan and Jenna Muir from the Melbourne Art Library in a reading group unpacking what it means to be an art museum, discussing ideas around the theme of Collections and Identity.You don't need to be an art expert or a historian to join in. No prior knowledge needed. All are welcome. Texts for […]
Join Kialla-based ceramicist, Denielle Anderson, in this throwing clay intensive. No experience needed - this is your perfect opportunity to get your hands messy with clay for the first time. Over four hours, you'll learn everything from wedging clay to throwing your own functionable objects.'Throwing' is the technique used to shape clay on the pottery […]
In our new, expanded format, SAM will open from 5pm until 8pm on the last Thursday of each month to give you an evening of art, creativity, drinks and music. Whether you're looking to catch up with friends, venture out solo, or have a cosy date night, SAM at Sunset is the perfect place for […]
Join contemporary artist Ash Keating, David Hagger (Director, Blackartprojects) and SAM CEO Melinda Martin for a conversation exploring Keating's distinctive practice and style.Dive into Keating's creative journey and the process behind ELEVATION in this illuminating talk ahead of the show's June closure.SAM Talks: ELEVATION with Ash Keating, David Hagger and Melinda MartinThursday 25 May, 6.00-6.30PMSAM People's […]
Did you know that the Shepparton Art Museum Collection has been building and growing since the 1930s? The SAM Collection includes many significant works by prominent artists, a number of which are currently on display throughout the museum.Join us for a tour highlighting key items from the SAM Collection to learn more about the 80+ […]
Join us at SAM for a half-day Educators Professional Learning session onsite on 8 June, where we will be covering printmaking with a focus on lino printmaking. Led by local artist Kat Parker, learn about low-cost, hands-on skills that you can bring into your classroom.Educator Professional Learning: Printmaking 101 with Kat ParkerThursday 8 June 2023, […]
Join Nell Fraser and Andrew Copolov from the Melbourne Art Library in a reading group unpacking what it means to be an art museum, discussing ideas around the theme of 'Representation and the Idea of Image'.You don't need to be an art expert or a historian to join in. No prior knowledge needed. All are […]
Welcome to SAM Winter Camp!Bookings for all programs and tours will be open from 10 June.School holidays at SAM are back! For artists aged 1 - 17, our range of hands-on programs and tours are perfect to keep kids and teens creating, thinking and playing while school's out. All programs are free or low-cost - […]
Join us from 5pm until 8pm for SAM at Sunset, our monthly after-hours, full museum evening program of art, creativity, drinks and music. Whether you're looking to catch up with friends, venture out solo, or have a cosy date night, SAM at Sunset is the perfect place for you on the last Thursday of each […]
Join members of the Melbourne Art Library for Reading Room, a monthly online forum that unites art, literature, and visual culture to address issues that we face as a contemporary society. Through conversation and optional reading, participants will dissect a variety of themes and ideas, and are encouraged to contribute their own unique perspectives to […]
Join members of the Melbourne Art Library for Reading Room, a monthly online forum that unites art, literature, and visual culture to address issues that we face as a contemporary society. Through conversation and optional reading, participants will dissect a variety of themes and ideas, and are encouraged to contribute their own unique perspectives to […]
Join Kialla-based ceramicist Denielle Anderson in this throwing clay intensive. No experience needed - this is the perfect opportunity to get your hands messy with clay for the first time. Over four hours, you'll learn everything from wedging clay to throwing your own functional objects. 'Throwing' is the technique used to shape clay on the […]
SAM invites you to join the official opening celebration for JamFactory ICON Kunmanara Carroll: Ngaylu Nyanganyi Ngura Winki (I Can See All Those Places).Date: 30 JulyTime: 2pm - 4pmLocation: Peoples' Gallery, Level 2FREERegister Now
The SAM Foundation trustees are pleased to announce the rescheduled Flinders Quartet performance at SAM on Saturday 5th August 2023.Flinders Quartet is instantly recognisable as one of Australia's most loved chamber music ensembles. They are a quartet for the 21st century and a highly respected force in Australian chamber music, entering their third decade with […]
Join members of the Melbourne Art Library for Reading Room, a monthly online forum that unites art, literature, and visual culture to address issues that we face as a contemporary society. Through conversation and optional reading, participants will dissect a variety of themes and ideas, and are encouraged to contribute their own unique perspectives to […]
Are you an artist, curator or creative with an interest in presenting a solo or self-curated exhibition at SAM? Join us for an information session to learn more about SAM Selects (previously SAM EOI) and SAM Spotlight, two of our annual opportunities to exhibit in SAM’s Community Gallery.Thursday 24 August, 6.00pm to 7.30pm.SAM, Level 4FREEPlease […]
Educator Professional Learning: Sgraffito with Kaye PoultonJoin local ceramicist Kaye Poulton as she guides attendees through this hands-on workshop for educators. Together you'll dive into the decorative sgraffito technique of mark-making on ceramics and explore how this technique can be easily adapted into any learning environment.The session includes a tour of selected works at SAM and afternoon tea. Attendees will be provided with a digital […]
Join Kialla-based ceramicist Denielle Anderson in this throwing clay intensive for potters who have a solid grip on the basics of the wheel. Over two hours, you'll build your fundamental skills and techniques on the pottery wheel to introduce new forms, shapes and styles to your repertoire.What's included:- All materials, including clay, tools and access […]
SAM Studios Term 3: Sculptural Ceramics with Kaye PoultonFREE Weekly from: 9 AUG to 13 SEPAre you a keen, creative high school art student? SAM Studios, our weekly artist-led workshop series, is returning for Term 3 on 9 August!This term, ceramicist Kaye Poulton joins us for six workshops that dive into the art of sculptural […]
SAM Kids Art Trail Collect a copy from the SAM Front Desk Our SAM Kids Art Trail leads kids and families on an adventure around the museum through a free, self-guided booklet containing puzzles, activities, scavenger hunts and more. NO BOOKING REQUIRED
Image credit: Shepparton Art Museum, 2023 Design-a-potTake home a SAM Spring Camp Design-a-pot pack and bring the SAM Camp fun home with you. Collect the Design-a-pot pack from the SAM Shop from 20 September($2 per pack) The pack includes:Scratch paperDesign ideasPrompts to ignite a young artist’s imagination.NO BOOKING REQUIRED
Image credit: Shepparton Art Museum, 2023Early Years Yarn Art Date: Wednesday 20 September Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm Location: Level 4 Ages 5 -10 years, FREE Introducing simple stitching techniques young artists will create their own design and use block stitches to create a technicolour artwork. Along with a new skill, attendees will practise their problem-solving, hand-eye […]
Join members of the Melbourne Art Library for Reading Room, a monthly online forum that unites art, literature, and visual culture to address issues that we face as a contemporary society. Through conversation and optional reading, participants will dissect a variety of themes and ideas, and are encouraged to contribute their own unique perspectives to […]
Claire Mosley, Photo credit: Marie Louise PhotographyWander, Wonder and Watercolour with Claire MosleyDate: Thursday 21 September Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm or 1:00pm - 2:30pm Location: SAM Amphitheatre Ages 8-15 years, $8p.p Claire Mosley is an artist and environmental educator, using her work to explore the natural environment. In these two workshops, attendees will look […]
Image credit: Shepparton Art Museum, 2022Weave a Wall Hanging with Rachel WoodDate: Friday 22 September Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pmLocation: Workshops, Level 2Ages 8-15, $10p.p Textile artist, Rachel Wood will guide young artists through the ups and downs and side-to-side of weaving. In this workshop, Rachel will guide attendees through the fundamentals of weaving, including how to use […]
Image credit: Shepparton Art Museum, 2023Drop in DIY - Felt and Fabric Crafts Date: Saturday 23 September Time: Drop in between 11:00am - 1:00pm and 2:00pm-4:00pm Location: SAM Amphitheatre All ages, $10p.p Drop-in and create at SAM Spring Camp on Saturday! The SAM Camp team will guide young artists through crafty sessiosns on the banks […]
Photo: Photo: Leon Schoots.Folio Intensive program Announcing SAM’s Folio Intensive program for VCE students! Designed to support VCE Unit 4 Art Creative Practice, Art Making and Exhibiting and Visual Communication Design the program includes individual feedback sessions on folios, conversation with further studies educators, and SAM Curator and SAM Exhibition Manager who will use real […]
