Chasing the Light - Gerald Ashcroft
Gerald Ashcroft’s latest oil paintings capture the shifting beauty of pastoral and coastal landscapes. Imbued in personal reconnection with nature, the works evoke memory, emotion, and a deep sense of place.
Brush and Earth – Adventures in Canvas and Clay
A vibrant coastal exhibition by South West artists Carol Mulhearn and Rebecca Miller, blending sculptural ceramics and expressive painting. Inspired by whales, wild seas, and windswept land - where clay and colour meet in motion.
Opening Function: Brush and Earth – Adventures in Canvas and Clay
Join us for the Opening Function of “Brush and Earth – Adventures in Canvas and Clay.” This vibrant coastal exhibition by Southwest artists Carol Mulhearn and Rebecca Miller blends sculptural ceramics and expressive painting, offering viewers a dynamic experience that reflects the natural beauty and textured spirit of the region.
Artist Talk - Rebecca Miller
Step inside the world of Rebecca Miller as she reveals how she transforms landscapes into luminous, powerful paintings in this special artist talk.
Meet the Artist - Carol Mulhearn
Meet potter Carol Mulhearn and her quirky clay animals – full of fun, personality, and stories to share
Woodfire Survey
This unique exhibition showcases ceramic works by Southwest artists using the ancient and mesmerising process of wood-firing, where each piece tells a story shaped by fire, ash, and time.
Mindful Monday - October
Join Sharon Williams for Mindful Monday - Drawing with the Seasons at Old Courthouse Complex - Fodder Room on second Monday of each month.
Slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with nature through a gentle, guided journey into mindful drawing.
Shipwreck Coastline - Busselton Heritage Festival
Shipwreck Coastlines is an exhibition featuring the work of artists such as Susie Vickery who explores the grim tale of the Batavia wreck through its main protagonists, and Jill Paynter OMeehan who creates stunning underwater universes, accompanied by archival work - leading us to a contemporary response to these salty stories.
Pride Exhibition
Part of the Pride Wellbeing Festival, this exhibition showcases the voices of LGBTQIA+ artists from across WA and highlights their unique perspectives. The wide spectrum of styles and subject matter serves to highlight the diversity of perspectives within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Mindful Monday - September
Join Sharon Williams for Mindful Monday - Drawing with the Seasons at Old Courthouse Complex - Fodder Room on second Monday of each month.
Slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with nature through a gentle, guided journey into mindful drawing.
Chasing the Light - Gerald Ashcroft
Opening Function for Gerald Ashcroft’s latest oil painting exhibition - Chasing the Light.
Mindful Monday: August
Mindful Mondays: Drawing with the Seasons
with artist Sharon Williams
Slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with nature through a gentle, guided journey into mindful drawing.
Ceramics Workshop with Tracie Anderson
Join ceramics artist Tracie Anderson for two mornings of fun with a seaside twist.
Heritage tour of the Old Courthouse Complex Winter school holidays.
Join us for a heritage tour of the Old Courthouse Complex during the winter school holidays.
WAAPA Design Workshop
Are you ready to bring a show to life? Join WAAPA for an immersive one-day Theatre Design Workshop, where creativity meets practical design in a collaborative and hands-on environment.
Mindful Monday - Mandala
Join Sharon Williams for Mindful Monday - Mandala at Old Courthouse Complex - Fodder Room on second Monday of each month.
Artist’s Talk - Jeremy Williams
Join us for an artist talk with Jeremy Williams, whose debut solo exhibition reflects a lifetime of creative exploration.
Spin-In Fibre Festival
Local spinners and weavers will converge on the Old Courthouse Complex for the Spin-in Fibre Festival on Saturday, 24 May to demonstrate spinning in action.
Painting with Gerald - Friday Group
The new term of painting with Gerald Ashcroft begins Friday 23 May. This weekly class runs for 7 weeks.
Mindful Monday
Join us for a relaxing hour of creating lotus mandalas and practicing mindfulness this Mindful Monday!
Flight
West Australian Photographer and aspiring pilot Danielle Briggs brings FLIGHT to Busselton – an exhibition that explores gravity and our attempts to defy it.
Opening Event
Join us for the ceremonial opening of Women of the Southwest, a gallery exhibition honouring the strength, stories, and artistry of women from the Southwest region. Through evocative imagery, storytelling, and artistic expression, this collection offers a deeply personal and collective reflection on womanhood, land, and lineage.
Paint and Sip - Freshly Picked!
Get ready to unleash your inner artist as we sip and paint beautiful Freshly Picked Blooms on Saturday 26 April 2025!
Women of the Southwest
The Women of the Southwest celebrates the strength, sensuality, and resilience of women across our region. The evocative portraiture is a visual ode to feminine identity, reclamation, and connection to this sacred land - Wadandi Boodja.
Heritage Tours
Join us for a free tour of the precinct and watch history come to life. A great free school holiday activity! Thursday 11am.
Mindful Monday - mandalas
The hamsa hand or hand of Fatima has long been associated with repelling evil and bringing good luck.
Rhythm Fiesta! Free concert by Defying Gravity
City of Busselton presents WAAPA's Defying Gravity percussion ensemble live for one night only. Bring a picnic and enjoy the music on the grass in the courtyard.
We are Many Things
We are Many Things is a celebration of creativity, friendship and the boundless possibilities of artistic expression.
Image credit, Gwen Plumb, High Country
Mindful Monday - mandala series
Take some time to relax by learning the art of mandala drawing. Your instructor Sharon Williams will gently guide you through the process and leave you wanting more.
Meet the Photographer - Joel Davies
Meet the photographer behind the exhibition. Joel is incredibly proud to be exhibiting for the first time. He says this is his dream come true. So make Joel’s day and pop in and say hi!
Serendipity by Sandy Winkle
This solo exhibition explores the fusion of adventure photography and textiles, resulting in serendipitous and unexpected artistic outcomes.
Introduction to drawing traditional Mandalas - compass work practice
Dedicate one hour each month to explore the meditative practice of creating simple mandalas. You will acquire fundamental skills that will swiftly evolve into intricate designs you’ll love.
Jetty Swim 2025 - 30 Years Around the Jetty – Exhibition and Documentary Screening
As part of our 30th anniversary celebrations Busselton’s Old Courthouse Complex will host an exhibition and mini-documentary screening from January 30 to 17 February.
Joel Davies, photography
Support emerging photographer Joel Davies with his first solo exhibition.
Meet the Artist - Camille Reid
Join Camille to celebrate the opening of her pottery exhibition.
The event is free but please book here to help us with numbers catering purposes.
Painting Coastal Landscapes Workshop (acrylics) with Louise Collier
Your opportunity to learn the skills to enable you to paint stunning coastal landscapes (acrylics). Louise will show you how to capture the essence of the scene and build the layers to capture the coastal landscape of your choice.
Coastal Connections - Camille Reid
Join Camille to celebrate the opening of her pottery exhibition.
The event is free but please book here to help us with numbers catering purposes.
Meet the Artist - Tish Kneuker
Busselton emerging potters Tish Kneuker and Adam O’Byrne are featuring their ocean inspired works in the Police Station at the Old Courthouse Complex, Busselton.