What’s on at the Old Courthouse Complex
ART EXHIBITIONS
Whispers of the Wild I Busselton WAFTA 30th Anniversary I 8 Jan - 1 Feb
Whispers of the Wild is a textile exploration of the South West ~ Discover the beauty of Western Australia’s South West through fibre art. Handcrafted textiles inspired by the wild landscapes, flora and fauna.
Ann Taylor ~ Barbara Weeks ~ Cait Gordon ~ Carole Barrington ~ Carolyn McCabe ~ Cass Neeling ~ Christine Painter ~ Emma White ~ Janine Hewes ~ Jo Dorrington ~ Lorelie Smit ~ Lynda Feodorovs ~ Mary Day ~ Megan Mannion, Melanie Jarman ~ Monica Durcan ~ Pamela Luff ~ Phyllis Hill ~ Robyn Clifford ~ Sandy Winkle ~ Sharon Tunbridge ~ Sue Smorthwaite
Daily sewing demonstrations ~ Busselton WAFTA members
Opening event & garden market: Sun, 11 Jan - 11am - 12.30am
Artist talks & garden market: Sat, 24 Jan at 11am
Making Your Mark - Felting workshop with Barbara Weeks: Sun, 25 Jan - 9am - 12.30pm
Resistance & Resilience I Rosemary Helmis I 8 Jan - 2 Feb
Resistance & Resilience explores the tension between human-made convenience and nature’s endurance. Rosemary’s ceramic sculptures reflect the fragile yet resilient patterns of the natural world, prompting reflection on sustainability, beauty, and the objects we create.
Opening event & artist talk: Sat, 10 Jan - 1pm - 2.30pm
In the Quiet of the Land I Regional Arts Triennial I 7 Feb - 1 Mar
Featuring 12 celebrated regional artists, In the Quiet of the Land spans a rich diversity of mediums, including painting, photography, ceramics, weaving, printmaking, textiles, natural dye, mixed media and installation.
Gerald Ashcroft · Elaine Clocherty, Waljin - Mitchella Hutchins & Dwardinan - Vivian Brockman Webb · Merle Davis · Christian Fletcher · Francesco Geronazzo · Gary Hambleton · Melanie Jarman · Kay Manolas · Kim Perrier · Barbara Weeks
Opening event: Fri, 6 Feb at 5pm
Artist talks: 8 Feb, 15 Feb & 22 Feb at 2pm
Convergence I Bridget Seaton I 5 - 29 Mar
Bridget Seaton’s solo exhibition of paintings and original prints depicts her firsthand experiences of the South West’s woodlands, coastal habitats, wetlands and forests. The work addresses the fluctuating state of the bush in its’ constant state of renewal and decay. A celebration of the resilience of our natural environment through expressive colour and mark making.
Opening event: Sat, 7 Mar at 11am
Artist talk: Sat, 14 Mar at 2pm
Workshop demonstration: Monotype Printmaking - Textures of the Landscape: Sun, 15 Mar - 9am to 12.15pm in the Fodder Room
ART WORKSHOPS IN THE FODDER ROOM
Abstract Art with Acrylics - Kids’ Workshop (4-7 years) with Carolina Vaz Pinto I Tue, 20 Jan
Sea Life with Watercolours - Kids’ Workshop (8-12 years) with Carolina Vaz Pinto I Wed, 21 Jan
Fairy wrens with Watercolours - Kids’ Workshop (13+) with Carolina Vaz Pinto I Thu, 22 Jan
Book your school holiday art workshop with Carolina
Making Your Mark - Felting workshop with Barbara Weeks as part of Whispers of the Wild exhibition I Sun, 25 Jan
Email Barbara to book your place.
Mindful Monday - Doodling & watercolour painting with Sharon Williams I Mon, 9 Feb
Book here
Monotype Printmaking - Textures of the Landscape with Bridget Seaton I Sun, 15 Mar - 9am to 12.30pm
Book here
HERITAGE EXHIBITIONS
Forgotten Voyages - Rediscovering the S.S. Georgette - Learn about the disastrous final voyage of the S.S. Georgette as you immerse yourself in riveting true accounts of this infamous shipwreck.
Stories from the Gaol Cells - Discover the captivating stories of prisoners and law enforcement officials from a bygone era in as you explore the Old Busselton Gaol’s cold, dark cells.
GALLERY STORE
Browse the Gallery Store's stunning range of quality local art, jewellery, pottery, glasswork, cards, photography, paintings and woodwork.
OLD POST OFFICE CAFE
After exploring the buildings, heritage exhibitions, art, grounds and gardens of the Busselton Cultural Precinct, why not visit The Old Post Office Café to recharge?
Take a seat in this charming building or relax on the veranda with a cup of coffee or tea alongside delicious sweet and savoury treats crafted with seasonal, locally sourced produce.
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The Old Courthouse Complex is open daily 10am - 4pm
Free entry