Inverloch Pop-up ART CO

A creative hive of activity popping up for Summer!

INVERLOCH POP-UP ART CO

Opens Boxing Day 2023

Through to 29th Feb 2024

10 Williams St

Inverloch

💗 Exhibition of Artworks by local artists – for sale
💗 After school activities for kids & teens
💗 Social Creative Workshops for adults
💗 Arty Events
💗 Creative Arts Therapy – a private session just for you
💗 Professional Development for Creative Mental Health Practitioners
 
Come and visit!

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Keep checking this page for updates about upcoming workshops and events.

Still Life Sip’n Paint Sessions

With in situ painter and Creative Arts Therapist Carla van Laar

4 – 6pm Sundays

Sip’n Paint with a difference. You won’t be copying someone else’s painting in this session. You will be provided with some helpful tips and all the materials you need to paint a small original artwork of your own on canvas. Enjoy the relaxing experience of observing objects from nature while you sip a glass of wine or cup of tea.

$50 per person maximum 10 per session

Contact Carla HERE to book your place.

Please specify which date you will be attending.

Killy Life Drawing

Atmospheric life drawing with evocative models

Tuesdays 6-8pm

January and February 2024

$25 per person or $35 including wine 

Untutored, open to all skill levels.
Materials, paper and some nibbles supplied,
 
We play music, have fun and explore our creativity in a safe and supportive environment.
 
Click HERE: for more details and to book your tickets
Limited spaces available.

ARTCO DRAMA Short Course

with Actor and Theatre Maker Henry De Oleveira

Wednesdays 4.45 – 6.15pm

7th, 14th, 21st, 28th February 

$35 per session, $120 for the whole short course

ages 10-16

Henry teaches you the core elements of warm up, improvisation, body language, emotion and story-telling. Expect to engage in drama games and have some laughs as you expand your skills.

No experience needed.

Contact Carla to book HERE or text 0410 403 270

After School Art Club

With in artist-in-residence and Creative Arts Therapist Carla van Laar

4 – 5pm Thursdays in Feb

For young people who love being creative. Pop in after school and do some art with resident artist and creative arts therapist Dr Carla van Laar. 

$25 per person per session.

Contact Carla HERE to book your place.

 

 

Up-Cycled Puppets with Jorja

Join our creative puppet-making workshop designed for kids. In this workshop, we will be using upcycled materials to make unique and fun puppets. It’s a great opportunity for kids to learn new skills and create something special while also being environmentally conscious.

Saturday 24th February

10am – 12pm 

For ages 4 and up

$15 per child.  

Parents attend FREE or can leave your child and take a break.

Click HERE to book – please specify workshop and dates. Or contact Carla on 0410403270

Try Creative Therapy –

Private Sessions for individuals or pairs.

with Dr Carla van Laar, Creative Arts Therapist,

By appointment only

Carla guides you through a layered mixed media process that can include divination, intention setting, breath, bi-lateral drawing, painting, collage and storying.

People typically experience clarity, insight, joy and/or a sense of release and/or lightness through these sessions. You don’t need to be an artist or to have any experience using art materials.

$120 per person or $150 for 2 people

What's on?

COnnect in a CO-creative space in one of our workshops – something for everyone

COnnect in a CO-creative space in one of our workshops – something for everyone

Inverloch's new Pop-Up ART CO is providing plenty of opportunity to get your creative holiday juices flowing with a range of creative workshops suitable for adults, teens and children this

COme on in and enjoy Inverloch’s pop-up ART exhibition featuring local artists

COme on in and enjoy Inverloch’s pop-up ART exhibition featuring local artists

The former accountants offices in the heart of Inverloch are being re-invented as a colourful, vibrant, artist-led space for local artists to exhibit their art work and connect with visitors

CO-llaborate on our CO-mmunity installations at ART CO

CO-llaborate on our CO-mmunity installations at ART CO

Our reception area is set to be transformed by collaborative community installations and you are invited to participate!Pom-pom Bomb the driftwood sculpture with up-cycled wool and yarnChatterbox Corner - fold

Meet our artists and facilitators - click on their names to read more!

Jorja Elizabeth – empowering children’s creativity

Jorja Elizabeth – empowering children’s creativity

Introducing Jorja Hello Parents! Are you looking for a fun and creative way to engage your children in meaningful activities? My name is Jorja, and I'm here to guide your

Henry De Oleveira – Actor and Theatre Maker

Henry De Oleveira – Actor and Theatre Maker

Introducing Henry Meet Henry De Oleveira, a dedicated actor and theatremaker based in Naarm /  Melbourne. He graduated from Federation University's Arts Academy in 2021 with a Bachelor of Performing

Nicky De Gruchy – Musician, Artist, Voice Sound Therapist

Nicky De Gruchy – Musician, Artist, Voice Sound Therapist

Introducing Nicky Meet Nicky De Gruchy, an artist, musician and sound therapist who draws inspiration from nature for her creativity and healing. With over thirty years of experience in teaching

Jess Edwards – Nature Based Health and Wellbeing

Jess Edwards – Nature Based Health and Wellbeing

Introducing Jess Jess Edwards (she/her) is a social worker and nature therapist. Jess is the founder and therapist at Flourish: Health and Wellbeing in Nature. She is also currently studying a Diploma in Creative Arts and

Martine Zajacek – Designer and Collage Artist

Martine Zajacek – Designer and Collage Artist

Artist's Statement I specialize in creating collages using antique and vintage papers, as well as found ephemera, which significantly influence my work. The patina and texture of these materials, often

Ricci McAuliffe – Paintings from Nature

Ricci McAuliffe – Paintings from Nature

Artist's Statement While life initially had its own intentions for her, Ricci McAuliffe painted herself into the visual arts corner in 2019.  Living between Inverloch and the Yarra Valley since

Samantha Brick – Occupational Therapist, Kinesiologist and Energy Practitioner

Samantha Brick – Occupational Therapist, Kinesiologist and Energy Practitioner

Facilitator Bio Samantha Brick is an independent Occupational Therapist who lives and works in the coastal town of Inverloch. She has a holistic approach to her work, which involves using

Melissa McDevitt Weston – Contemporary First Nations Artist

Melissa McDevitt Weston – Contemporary First Nations Artist

Artist’s Statement Cultural understandings inform me, as a Traditional Owner, that my ancestors lived along the waterways and I continue to occupy these areas through spirit. This knowledge is substantiated by

Casey Sweetman – First Nations Artist

Casey Sweetman – First Nations Artist

Artist’s Statement Hi, my name is Casey Sweetman (Weston), I am a Boon Wurrung and Yorta Yorta woman living here on county. I’m a contemporary artist and have been creating

Jenny Taylor – Musician, Songwriter, Choir Leader

Jenny Taylor – Musician, Songwriter, Choir Leader

Artist’s Biography Jenny is a performer, songwriter, teacher and choir leader who has made music her life for 30+ years. She lives in Jumbunna and thrives in community.  Jenny is

Renee Sweetman – Boon Wurrung Singer and Songwriter, Songwoman.

Renee Sweetman – Boon Wurrung Singer and Songwriter, Songwoman.

Artist’s BiographyRenee Sweetman is a proud Boon Wurrung & Yorta Yorta woman living in the Bass Coast.She is a singer/songwriter and has performed at major events including the Blaktivism concerts

Jasmine Susic – contemporary dancer – improvisation, installation performance and dance theatre.

Jasmine Susic – contemporary dancer – improvisation, installation performance and dance theatre.

Artist’s BiographyJasmine Susic is a Bass Coast based contemporary dancer with an interest in improvisation, installation performance and dance theatre.Feature image credit: Tyson ButlerDance images credit: Karli Michelle   Jasmine

Dr Carla van Laar – Artist and Creative Arts Therapist

Dr Carla van Laar – Artist and Creative Arts Therapist

Artist’s Statement I pay my respects to the Boon Wurrung People, on whose traditional lands this exhibition takes place. I honour them, their elders and ancestors. They have inhabited, cared

Jeremy Grace – Juggler and Magician.

Jeremy Grace – Juggler and Magician.

Artist’s BiographyJeremy has been entertaining Australians for the last 35 years as a juggler, magician, singer, dancer and compère. Performing in public spaces, private functions, theatre restaurants, tropical islands and entertainment

Kim McDonald – Visual and Performing Artist, Experimenter

Kim McDonald – Visual and Performing Artist, Experimenter

Feature image photo credit: Karli MichelleArtist’s StatementKim is a practicing interdisciplinary artist with a background in printmaking, drawing and performance. Working across disciplines her art practice is experiential and experimental

Alisoun Neville – Expressive Arts Therapist

Alisoun Neville – Expressive Arts Therapist

Artist Statement I moved to Milowl in 2022, responding to a lifelong call to live near the ocean coupled with a completely awestruck love of the island waters here. In recognition

Annette Spinks: Artist, Inspired by Water.

Annette Spinks: Artist, Inspired by Water.

Artist’s BiographyAnnette Spinks is a popular exhibiting artist whose works are held in private and corporate collections throughout Australia and Internationally.Two paintings from Annette's latest "Waterfalls" series are featured in

HADASSAH LILY  – Expressive Therapist & Educator

HADASSAH LILY – Expressive Therapist & Educator

Hadassah Lily works in independent practice as an Expressive Therapist & Educator. She provides therapeutic companionship and guidance for couples, children, families and schools. Facilitator’s Statement I have over 20

Mandy Gunn – Eco-Artist and  Craftswoman

Mandy Gunn – Eco-Artist and Craftswoman

Artist’s Statement I have a long history of working with a variety of recycled materials e.g. printed papers such as shop bags, wrappings, music sheets, cardboard and books; burnt out inner

Martha Silver Breninger – Sculptor and Painter

Martha Silver Breninger – Sculptor and Painter

Artist’s Statement"I express my life's journey through my creativity, using paint, felt, clay and other mediums. I have a deep connection with the healing powers of art and doll making" 

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