Shepparton Art Museum

SAM Moves: Yoga at SAM
2022-07-06 09:15 - 10:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Morning movement with Jen Scandolera from Inabalance Yoga 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 that participants will need to bring their own yoga mat and sweat towel. Level 4, Shepparton Art Museum $10 Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programs

SAM Talks: An Evening with Murchison
2022-07-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Talks: An Evening with MurchisonLearn more about the story behind our latest community exhibition, Hans Wolter von Gruenewaldt: Artworks from Prisoner of War Camp 13 Murchison. Join us for a special presentation from Kay Ball, President of the Murchison & District Historical Society, and Warwick Gregory from Murchison RSL, as they delve into the journey of von Gruenewaldt, and the preservation of his legacy within Murchison. Light refreshments provided. Bookings necessary - please use form below:

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Liquidarium: Kids drop-in workshops
2022-07-19 11:00 - 15:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
A Wander in the Wet: Drop-in kids workshops Tuesday 19 July from 11:00am – 3:00pm Thursday 22 September from 11:00am - 3:00pm (Term 3 school holidays) Friday 1 October from 11:00am - 3:00pm Children's Gallery, Level 2, Shepparton Art Museum Let your kids discover their inner artist with these monthly drop-in workshops! Visitors are invited to explore the fantasy wetland of Liquidarium and create their own inspired plant and creature model, with a chance to be displayed in the gallery alongside the art. All of the above workshops are free and no bookings are necessary. All materials supplied by SAM. A special artist-led workshop will be held with Vera Möller on Wednesday 11 August with two sessions available to book into. This workshop will dive into hands-on diorama-making led by the artist herself, where kids will be able to create their own mini dreamlike wetland. Visit our event page via the link for more details and bookings: https://sheppartonartmuseum.com.au/event/liquidarium-kids-drop-in-workshop-with-artist-vera-moller/

SOLD OUT: Friends of SAM: Fundraiser & Art Exhibition Opening
2022-08-13 12:00 - 16:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
*UPDATE: This event has sold out* Saturday 13 August, 12:00pmEuroa Butter Factory$100 per person (includes canapes, a drink & 2-course meal) All are welcome to an upcoming fundraiser and lunch to celebrate the launch of artist Carmel Robertson's latest art exhibition, hosted by the Friends of SAM with the generous support of the members, the artist, and restarauteurs Jill & Bernard Hayes. Places are limited at the lunch, so please ensure you make a booking to avoid missing out. Tickets can be purchased from the SAM Shop. Please visit us in person or call on 03 4804 5000.

SAM Makes: Intro to Punch Needling
2022-08-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Venture into the world of punch needling with us at SAM!Tuesday 16 August 2022, 5:30-7:00pm SAM, Level 4 $60 (Friends of SAM receive 10% discount on programs) Inspired by the glorious colours and hues featured in Kaleidoscope, our new ceramics showcase, this workshop will teach you the basic punch needling techniques and give you the skills to craft your own designs. You'll get to take your own specialty punch needle and embroidery hoop home with you so you can keep tufting away at home! Punch needle is an adaptable medium - you'll be able to make wall art, decorate your own tote bags, make patches, or fill your hoop with thick, lush loops of yarn for an ultra-fluffy work of art. No experience is necessary - just bring along an image for inspiration, or find some inspiration at SAM! All materials are included, including yarn, aida cloth, punch needle, wire for threading and markers to sketch our your design. Book now using the form below, and get crafting!

SAM Studio: Term 3 with Mimi Leung
2022-08-17 16:30 - 2022-09-21 18:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Calling all VCE Art, Studio Art & VisComm students!
SAM Studios, our FREE VCE art extension workshop, returns on Wednesday 17 August, and will run every Wednesday until 21 September.
This term, artist Mimi Leung (star of Shepparton's recent White Night) will be running How to Draw Badly, a 6-week course for VCE students with weekly, in-person workshops. Students will learn to unleash their creativity across a range of mediums, and will gain knowledge that will help them extend their work and achieve high results in the upcoming VCE exam period.This free series is an incredible opportunity for keen, creative students to work face-to-face with a practicing artist.WHEN / Every Wednesday from 17 August to 21 September, 4:30-6:00pmWHERE / Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, SheppartonPRICE / Free - bookings necessary. Book now using the form below.

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Book Week: Mask-Making Ball
2022-08-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Mask-Making BallTuesday 23 August, 4.00-5:00pmFor ages 5-12 yearsFREEBe inspired by your favourite books and join us for a crafternoon! Kids will have a ball making masks and creating their own characters. All materials provided. This program is free but bookings are essential. Book now via the button below: Book now

Book Week: Storytime at SAM
2022-08-26 11:30 - 12:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Storytime at SAMFriday 26 August, 11.30am-12.30pm Pre-school age but all ages welcome!FREEBring your little ones along for a special live storytelling event, set in the fantastical landscape of Vera Möller’s Liquidarium in our Children’s Gallery. Our storytime hour will be centred around this year’s Book Week theme of Dreaming with Eyes Open. This is a free event but bookings are essential. Book now via the button below: Book now

SAM Talks: 500 Strong
2022-09-06 17:30 - 18:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Talks: 500 Strong Tuesday, 6 September at 5.30pm to 6.30pm SAM, Level 4 FREE Join Melinda Martin, SAM CEO, and Caroline Esbenshade, SAM Curator – Community, for a conversation about upcoming exhibition 500 Strong. The pair will discuss the project’s connection to the Goulburn Valley region and the significance behind its display in our Community Gallery, followed by a Q & A session. Book now

Teacher Professional Development: New areas of study in VCE Visual Arts with Dr. Kathryn Hendy-Ekers
2022-09-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Teacher professional development: New areas of study in VCE Studio Arts with Dr. Kathryn Hendy-Ekers21 September 2022, 1.00-3.00pmSAM, Level 4FREEJoin Dr. Kathryn Hendy-Ekers (Curriculum Manager - Visual Arts, Communication, Design & Media, VCAA) for an afternoon session exploring the new subjects being introduced in the VCE Visual Art curriculum and an examination of case studies. Through her presentation, Dr. Hendy-Ekers will offer valuable professional insight into how you can successfully integrate these subjects into your classroom and help your students strive for excellence. This is a free session with light afternoon tea provided. Bookings essential - book now using the form below:

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SAM CLAY SCHOOL: Throwing 101 with Lisa Linton
2022-10-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Make your first foray into the art of ceramics and learn the fundamentals of the pottery wheel. Guided by an expert ceramicist and teacher, this workshop is perfect for beginners, or those looking for a refresher. Clay School will open the door to the wide world of wheel throwing and will equip you with the skills to make several simple vessels, available for you to either glaze, fire and take home, or to fire raw - leaving that lovely raw pottery look on your vessel. This introduction to throwing techniques is a prerequisite for our upcoming 6 week throwing course. There are 7 places available in our dedicated ceramics studio. All materials provided, including firing, and glazing of three pieces. Book Now

SAM Studios: Term 4 with Rachel Doller.
2022-10-04 16:30 - 2022-11-08 18:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM Studios, our FREE art extension workshop for high school students in Years 9-12 studying Art, Studio Art or VisComm, returns on Tuesday 4 October, and will run weekly until 8 November.This term, local artist Rachel Doller (whose funky murals can be seen across Shepparton and Mooroopna) will be running There Are No Rules, a 6-week course for senior students with weekly, in-person workshops. Spanning a variety of techniques, including mark-making and collage, students will explore and develop their own personal style using found and recycled materials. This free series is an incredible opportunity for keen, creative students to work face-to-face with a practicing artist and to learn to make art without fear – because there are no rules. Dates: Tuesday 4 October, 4:30-6:00pm Tuesday 11 October, 4:30-6:00pm Tuesday 18 October, 4:30-6:00pm Tuesday 25 October, 4:30-6:00pm Monday 31 October, 4:30-6:00pm Tuesday 8 November, 4:30-6:00pm Location: SAM Workshop, Level 2 Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street These worshops are FREE, however bookings are essential. Book Now

Indigenous Ceramic Award Official Opening and Awards Announcement
2022-10-08 16:30 - 18:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM CEO Melinda Martin and SAM Ltd Board Chair Stephen Merrylees invite you to the opening of 2022 Indigenous Ceramic Award Announcement. Saturday 8 October 2022 from 4.30pm Smoking Ceremony at 5pm SAM Cafe Level 1, Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street Shepparton 3630 Bookings are essential. RSVP

SAM Talks: Digging Deeper with Penny Evans
2022-10-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Join Penny Evans, K/Gamilaroi ceramic and mixed media artist, as she talks about her practice and the process of creating her new SAM commission Dhuwidha Dhurraaya (Dig Deeper), on display in SAM’s atrium. Evans is the 2022 ICA feature artist. Sunday 9 October 2022 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM SAM Margaret Attwood Hall, Level 4Shepparton Art Museum530 Wyndham St, Shepparton VIC 3630Book Now

SAM Makes: Recycled Acrylic Wearables with Celestial Closet POSTPONED
2022-10-30 10:30 - 12:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
This workshop has been postponed and will be rescheduled. Keep up to date on our socials and our website for a new date coming soon! Join Christine Lee from Celestial Closet in creating detailed wearables from laser cut acrylic, inspired by fantasy, nature and adventure, to make everyday life just a bit more magical. The cost of your ticket includes all equipment and materials needed to create up to, 4 pairs of earrings or 3 necklaces / brooches plus a jewellery display stand and a box to take home finished pieces. Inspired by the bold colours and shapes of currently installed work, 'Everything Joyful is Mobile,' by Anne-Marie May, this workshop is not to be missed! Book NowArtist bioChristine designs and creates detailed magical wearables from laser cut acrylic – inspired by fantasy, nature and adventure, to make everyday life just a little bit more magical. Owner and magic maker Christine has a background in digital and web design and theatrical costume. She loves the process of designing pieces for laser cutting, as it is a perfect blend of art and technology. All Celestial Closet pieces are designed, laser cut, hand painted and produced in-house from Christine’s home based studio. In March 2021, Christine launched the “Metamorphia Recycled” range utilising the acrylic offcuts and scraps from the Celestial Closet wearables and from other jewellery makers, to create unique and esoteric heat pressed, recycled material sheets which are then laser cut again into new shapes.

SAM Toddlers
2022-11-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
SAM ToddlersA sensory play experience for pre-schoolersEvery first Tuesday of the month 10:00 – 11:00amLevel 2 in the SAM Workshop Room$5Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount on programs Enjoy creative playtime with SAM Toddler program. Toddlers experience sensory play and artmaking in this dynamic workshop. Each session will be a hands-on experience of sensory play, exploration and messiness with carers encouraged to join in on the fun! Children must be accompanied by a carer. Art smocks provided. SAM Toddlers is a program for children aged 2 – 4 years.

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SAM Presents: Life Drawing with Kristen Retallick
2022-11-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Inspired by 500 Strong, the bold and playful exhibition by renowned photographer Ponch Hawkes currently on display in the Community Gallery, SAM presents a unique series of Life Drawing workshops in celebration of the maturing female form. Local artist Kristen Retallick will guide the workshop, teaching you the fundamentals of life drawing in an exclusive after-hours experience. Inspired by the themes of the exhibition, this series of Life Drawing workshops will include a mature female model, giving attendees the opportunity to explore the female form through drawing and create their own masterpiece within the exhibition space. No experience necessary - this workshop series is beginner friendly and suitable for all experience levels. Cost: $60 (Friends of SAM receive a 10% discount). All materials are included, including easels, paper and charcoal. Monday 17 October and Monday 14 November, 5:30-7:30pm Community Gallery, Level 2 Book Now

SAM Talks: Jason Phu, in conversation
2022-11-24 17:30 - 19:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
In conversation with Jason Phu and SAM curator Jess O’Farrell. In this hour-long discussion, we will dive into Jason’s Art Wall commission Some of the things that have come and gone with the waters. Jason will situate this work within his broader practice and speak to the process of developing works of this scale. SAM Level 4 5:30-7pm Book NowAbout the Artist Jason Phu (b. 1989 Sydney) is a practising artist working across a wide range of media and based in Sydney, New South Wales. He studied at the University of New South Wales, College of Fine Arts, Sydney; and at Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, Canada. Phu won the prestigious Sir John Sulman Prize in 2015, and has been a finalist in the Archibald, Sulman and Ramsay Art Prizes. Recent exhibitions include Like A Wheel That Turns: 2022 Macfarlane Commissions, Australian Centre for Contemporary Art, Melbourne (2022); The Way We Eat The Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney (2021); Parade for the Moon, RISING Festival, Melbourne (2021); Primavera, Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney (2018). He is represented by STATION Gallery, Melbourne; and Chalk Horse Gallery, Sydney. Image credits Image 1: Jason Phu you can only know people as much as you know yourself (and you don’t know yourself at all you idiot) 2019ceiling paint, house paint, Golden acrylics, 90 x 120 cm. Image courtesy Station Gallery. Image 2: Jason Phu i waited for you ten thousand years, i forgot to tell you before i left, where i would be waiting, but you should have shown, 2019. indian ink on linen, 90 x 120 cm. Image courtesy Station Gallery. Image 3: Jason Phu I saw you yesterday, why would I need to see you again today? 2019Golden acrylics on linen, 90 x 120 cm. Image courtesy Station Gallery. Image 4: Jason Phu. Image courtesy of the artist.

SAM Talks: Weaving, in conversation
2022-11-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
The gentle art of fibre weaving has been practised by First Nations females for many generations. Join local weavers Tori Day (Gunditjimara, Wemba Wemba and Yorta Yorta), Aunty Sue Atkinson (Yorta Yorta), and Ally Knight (Yorta Yorta) in conversation with Tarli Dean (Yorta Yorta, Wiradjuri) and Lowana Drake (Wemba Wemba) to learn out more about this traditional practise. 26 November 10:30-11:30am Peoples Gallery, SAM Level 2 Bookings to this FREE talk are recommended. Book NowArtist biosTori Day is a proud Gunditjmara, Wemba wemba and Yorta Yorta woman. Growing up in an artistic family she discovered a talent for music, weaving and sketching. In sketching she found a fascination with contracts, shadings and making an image come to life. As a left-hander, she weaves "backwards", making her work unique to her. Suzanne Atkinson is a proud Yorta-Yorta woman, mother, and grandmother. She is an emerging artist who takes inspiration from her mother’s creative talent and her own ability to make artwork from what nature could provide. She practises in a range of different media including traditional weaving, ceramics, painting, poetry, and wood burning. Suzanne more recently studied visual art in a bachelor’s degree of contemporary Art’s/Visual Arts at Deakin University. Ally Knight is a Yorta Yorta woman from Shepparton. Ally discovered her love for weaving in 2021, having been taught by Suzanne Atkinson.  She has since furthered her skills and creates a variety of items including wall hangings and jewellery and has started her own business, Mulana Earth.  Ally works at Kaiela Arts as an Arts Centre Assistant and continues to explore and learn about her culture through her work. All images courtesy of Kaiela Arts. Photo by Serana Hunt-Hughes.

The Art of Weaving Workshop
2022-11-26 11:30 - 12:30 | Kaiela Arts, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
The gentle art of fibre weaving has been practised by First Nations females for many generations.
Join local Indigenous fibre weavers for a coil weaving workshop using an approach specific to the lands of the Yorta Yorta people. Suitable for women of all ages.
26 November
11.30am-12.30pm
Kaiela Arts Workshop
Bookings are essential for this FREE workshop. Book NowImage courtesy of Kaiela Arts. Photo by Serana Hunt-Hughes.

SAM Talks: Ponch Hawkes and Dr Jacqueline Millner in Conversation
2022-11-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Sunday, 27 November, 2.00pm to 3.00pm SAM, Level 4 To mark the closing of this show, join artist Ponch Hawkes for an in-depth conversation with Dr Jacqueline Millner (Associate Professor of Visual Arts, La Trobe University). Together, they will delve into the ideas and themes that drive the work, and reflect on the erasure of aging women from visual culture and the negative stereotypes that surround them. Book now

SAM Presents: Life Drawing with Kristen Retallick
2022-11-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Inspired by 500 Strong, the bold and playful exhibition by renowned photographer Ponch Hawkes currently on display in the Community Gallery, SAM presents a unique series of Life Drawing workshops in celebration of the maturing female form. Local artist Kristen Retallick will guide the workshop, teaching you the fundamentals of life drawing in an exclusive after-hours experience. Inspired by the themes of the exhibition, this series of Life Drawing workshops will include a mature female model, giving attendees the opportunity to explore the female form through drawing and create their own masterpiece within the exhibition space. No experience necessary - this workshop series is beginner friendly and suitable for all experience levels. All materials are included, including easels, paper and charcoal. Monday 28 November, 5:30-7:30pm Community Gallery, Level 2 Book NowArtist bioKristen Retallick is a multidisciplinary artist living on Yorta Yorta land. She works predominantly in drawing and painting in inks, charcoal and acrylic. Kristen’s minimal approach to the figure and landscape explores complex human relationships with land, water and each other.

Friends of SAM AGM
2022-11-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
All members of Friends of SAM, their guests, and anyone interested in SAM are invited to come along to the Friends of SAM Annual General Meeting. The formal meeting will commence at 5.45pm. Our guest speaker is Melinda Martin, CEO at SAM, who will talk about all the exciting plans for SAM in 2023. A social catch up over nibbles and drinks follows the meeting. Wednesday November 30 5.30-7.30pm SAM, Level 4, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton Registration helps with planning and catering so please RSVP below. RSVP

Gertrude Contemporary: Art on the Road with Lisa Waup (Teachers Professional Development Session)
2022-12-02 09:30 - 15:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Contemporary Art on the Road with Lisa Waup2 December 2022, 9.30am-3.30pmFREE (bookings essential)Presented by Gertrude Contemporary, Contemporary Art on the Road is a teacher professional development program founded to bring artists, art educators and teachers together to exchange ideas, share creative experiences and explore contemporary art and culture. The program has been designed to introduce teachers to a range of hands-on, expertly designed strategies and resources for teaching contemporary art in their classroom. This all-day session will include formal presentations by educators from Gertrude, Monash University Museum of Art (MUMA), the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) and SAM, followed by a workshop led by Lisa Waup (Naarm). Lisa Waup, a mixed-cultural First Peoples multidisciplinary artist and curator born in Naarm, Melbourne, will lead a workshop demonstrating the re-use of materials to create remnant fabric jewellery and ornamentation. Waup’s practice spans diverse media, including weaving, experimental printmaking, jewellery making, photography, sculpture, fashion and digital art. Through strong connections to symbology and materiality, her work connects her to family, Country, history and story, exploring personal experiences and a broader historical narrative. Lisa has exhibited widely both nationally and internationally and her works have been acquired into numerous institution collections. Contemporary Art on the Road with Lisa Waup 2 December 2022, 9.30am-3.30pm Level 4, Shepparton Art Museum 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton VIC 3630 FREE (bookings essential) Bookings can be made via the link: https://www.trybooking.com/CBTTC Presenters: Kathryn Hendy-Ekers, Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority; Melissa Bedford, Monash University Museum of Art; Sharon Flynn, Gertrude; and representatives from the partnering galleries and museums. Should you have any concerns about accessibility, please do not hesitate to get in contact with Sharon Flynn on education@gertrude.org.au Please note this program is available to regional and Low SES Victorian teachers as a priority. There is no cost for involvement however bookings are essential. Please call Gertrude to check eligibility. Contemporary Art on the Road is an initiative developed by Gertrude Contemporary in partnership with Monash University Museum of Art and the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority. Contemporary Art on the Road is funded by the Department of Education and Training Victoria through the Strategic Partnerships Program (SPP).

SAM Spotlight: Aleisa Miksad Opening
2022-12-02 17:30 - 19:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Melinda Martin SAM CEO and Stephen Merrylees Chair SAM Ltd warmly invite you to the official opening of SAM Spotlight - Aleisa Miksad: Between Scylla and Charybdis | Amphora Friday 2 December 20225.30 to 7pmCommunity Gallery, level 2SAM, 530 Wyndham St, Shepparton Book NowImage: Aleisa Miksad. Courtesy of the artist. About the Artist Aleisa Miksad (b.1980, Mackay QLD) lives in Kialla. She has exhibited with Craft Victoria and was a finalist in the 2022 Lake Art Prize. Between 2018 to 2020 she attended classes with celebrated ceramicist Damon Moon, which has had a lasting influence on her ceramics practice. Aleisa Miksad is the first artist to feature in SAM Spotlight at the new SAM.

SAM Kids: Shooting Stars, inspired by James Geurts
2022-12-05 11:00 - 12:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Ever looked up and wished on a shooting star?Inspired by James Geurts' work, Trajectories Orbiting Bodies Meet (situated on the SAM level 4 terrace) young artists will create their own celestial-inspired craft. Maybe it's a shooting star, maybe it's a planet or a meteorite. It's up to you! All children must be accompanied by an adult Monday 5 December 11am - 12:30pmLevel 4 Terrace, SAM.Suitable for ages 2 - 6 years.Bring an adult to look after you, a sunhat and water bottle!Book NowImage credit: James Geurts Trajectories: Obiting Bodies Meet, 2021. Shepparton Art Museum, 2022. Photo: Christian Capurro

SAM TALKS: Social Ceramics, in conversation
2022-12-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Join curator, Jess O'Farrell as she dives into the wonders of 'Social Ceramics.'Social Ceramics is a celebration of the objects that people gather around and the implicit power within them -- tea pots, your nice china, sake cups, your favorite mug. These objects hold sentimental value and stories.Jess speaks to some of the stories embedded in these ceramic objects, and invites you to join her.Tuesday 6 December, 10:30-11:30amLevel 1, near the SAM Cafe.Book NowImage: Allan Lowe Sherry Set, undated, glazed earthenware. Shepparton Art Museaum Collection, purchase 1980. © Marion Lowe.

SAM Presents: Whiteley (M) - Documentary Screening
2022-12-07 14:00 - 15:30 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
WHITELEY is a visual journey into the private life and creative legacy of Australia’s most iconic artist, Brett Whiteley, told “in his own words” using personal letters, notebooks and photographs, interwoven with reconstructions, animations, archival interviews and rare footage. The documentary is directed by James Bogle and produced by Sue Clothier. The film records Whiteley’s life and artistic process and gives us an insight into Australia’s cultural and artistic history. While his brief, dazzling life was erratic, combustible and tragic, Whiteley also created a highly productive and brilliant artistic vortex around which much of our 70s and 80s sense of self-worth as an aggressively creative nation emerged. Wednesday 7 December 2:00-3:30PM SAM Multifunction Room, Level 4. Screening will begin promptly at 2pm. Please note this is film is rated M for mature audiences. Book NowImage credit: whiteleythefilm.com.au

Art for All workshop series
2022-12-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
In celebration and recognition of International Day of People with a Disability, SAM is excited to partner with Greater Shepparton City Council to present a day of sensory and physical activities in partnership with Kody Bothwell, Activities in the Park and RiverConnect.
If you have any access needs or requests please tell us! We are happy to make your experience a good one here at SAM.
FREE. All materials provided.
SAM Workshop, Level 2
10.00–11.00AM: Join us for a multi-media sensory collaging workshop. Make a unique creation using different textures and colours, and let your creativity loose!
12.00–1.00PM: Fabric patch making. Using applique and fabric paint, create your own fabric patch, ready to decorate your favourite clothes.
2.00–3.00PM: Acrylic paint pouring with Kody. Create your own gorgeous painting using pouring techniques.
Places are limited so bookings are essential. Book Now
