Art Archives

Create your calm this April Holidays

March 23, 2026

From Capybaras in Clay to Brainrot and Kandinsky, this holidays Waverley Woollahra Art School (WWAS) in Bondi will open its doors to yet another generation of young artists with an offering of art workshops for primary and high-school students. For many children and teens the non-competitive and self directed nature of art classes provides welcome relief from the academic pressures of school, busyness of modern life and doom-scrolling on social media. All programs at WWAS are led by practicing artists, with a new range of programs introduced each holidays. This April we launch a half-day format for our teens classes, allowing…

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Art, Events, Fashion, Markets, School holidays

Got a Teen with a Creative Side? Haul in the Hall Stall Applications Are Open!

March 18, 2026

If you’ve got a creative teen or young adult at home dreaming of starting a small business, this is an opportunity worth sharing. Haul in the Hall is back for Youth Week, offering young people aged 15–25 the chance to run their own market stall — and the best part? There are no stall or entry fees. Held at the iconic Sydney Town Hall, this event is designed to support young sellers who want to turn their ideas into action. Whether it’s selling pre-loved fashion, handmade jewellery, or unique creations, this market celebrates sustainability, creativity and entrepreneurship. This year’s Youth…

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Art

Randwick Council’s Women’s Art Prize Returns for 2026

February 6, 2026

Randwick Council Women’s Art Prize 2026 Celebrating women and girls in art The Randwick Council Women’s Art Prize returns in 2026, celebrating the creativity, talent and voices of women and girls in our local community. Held in honour of International Women’s Day, this much-loved annual prize is now in its 21st year. The award recognises the important contribution women and girls make to society while providing a powerful platform to showcase local artistic talent. Who Can Enter the Women’s Art Prize? The Women’s Art Prize is open to women and girls aged 12 years and over who: Live, work or…

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Art, Events, Free

New Exhibitions on Show at La Perouse Museum

January 17, 2026

The much-loved La Perouse Museum has officially reopened, welcoming visitors back with a fresh new look and a series of powerful free exhibitions that celebrate art, history and culture in one of Sydney’s most significant coastal locations. Set within the historic La Perouse headland, the museum’s reopening offers families, locals and visitors the chance to reconnect with this special place while experiencing thought-provoking works by renowned Australian artists. Whether you’re popping in after a beach visit, planning a relaxed cultural outing with the kids, or looking for something meaningful and free to do in the eastern suburbs, this is well…

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Art, School holidays

MIND GAMES – ART ALIVE!

December 21, 2025

This summer, take the whole family to Mind Games – Art Alive! Dive into an exciting, interactive, and immersive experiential playground, independently run and nestled in Chippendale, right in the heart of Sydney’s inner suburbs. Perfect for all ages, it’s a unique opportunity to explore, play, and discover together. Mind Games – Art Alive! brings together illusion artists, prop makers, and perception artists to craft a vibrant, museum-style experience. Families can connect, engage with inspiring art, and enjoy meaningful moments together in a truly special setting. Experience multisensory installations on a scale and with a level of detail never before seen in…

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Art, Free

Curtain Call: Lauren Brincat’s Immersive Textile Installation at Bondi Pavilion

November 15, 2025

Step into a world where fabric becomes movement, memory and ritual in Curtain Call, a powerful new installation by acclaimed artist Lauren Brincat. This free exhibition invites visitors to experience textile in an entirely new way—alive with rhythm, emotion and meaning. About the Exhibition In Curtain Call, Brincat transforms cloth into something almost ceremonial. What begins as fabric evolves into talisman-like forms that unfurl across the gallery space. The installation explores the delicate tension between stillness and movement, control and release, body and memory. Set within the historic architecture of Bondi Pavilion—a place shaped by gathering, performance and cultural exchange—the…

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Art, Community

Arts and Crafts: Turning Creativity into Pocket Money

April 17, 2025

This article is part of the Eastern Suburbs Mums Teen Jobs Guide. For creative teenagers, hobbies like crafting, baking or art can become a fun way to earn extra money. Handmade items are often popular at markets, school events and community fairs. Why Creative Teens Love This Option Selling handmade items allows teens to turn their creativity into a small business. It also teaches skills like pricing, marketing and customer interaction. How Teens Can Get Started Encourage teens to focus on something they already enjoy making, such as: Handmade jewellery Greeting cards Friendship bracelets Baked goods Candles or decorations They…

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