

Building connections through art and creative spaces in the hills
19 - 27th October 2024
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Events in 2025
Our artists are busy throughout the year with exhibitions, giving courses, and holding workshops. If you want to catch up with what they are up to or are interested in learning how to make art yourselves, then the following activities are available.
Links are provided to external sources with more details and booking if appropriate. Click to book or just contact artist for more info. Artist's details are given on the artist page - just click the link.

Silvana Ferrario
Course |
Kiln Formed Glass Courses
Learn how to transform glass into beautiful art and functional pieces. Set in Silvana’s new studio in gorgeous gardens. Various courses available for beginners to advanced.
Mahogany Creek
Various courses for all levels held on several days through the year.

Several artists
Exhibition |
Darlings of the Scarp
A celebration of the many talented artists throughout the Perth Hills Region. Including MHOS artists: Liz Berry, Jackie Davis, Neil Elliot, Silvana Ferrario, Carolyn Francis. Emma Lashmar, Ren Masetti, Brenda Stovell together with other hills artists.
Zig Zag Gallery, Kalamunda
Opening 6pm Friday 17th January 2025
18 January to 9 February 2025 9am - 4pm
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Neil Elliot & Silvana Ferrario + others
Exhibition |
Art Exhibition
Join us on the evening of Friday, 7th February, from 6pm-8pm, for the exclusive opening night of our Inaugural Art Exhibition at RFBYC. This special event promises an unforgettable celebration of Western Australian art, featuring incredible works across painting, photography, sculpture, ceramics, and drawing. Enjoy a vibrant evening of creativity, community, and connection. Your $65 ticket includes a selection of drinks and delicious canapés, setting the perfect atmosphere to explore the exhibition, mingle with fellow art enthusiasts, and even take home a piece of art. All proceeds from the event and art sales will go to the BrightSpark Foundation, supporting vital child health research in WA. Don’t miss this opportunity to support a worthy cause while celebrating the incredible talent of WA artists. We look forward to sharing this memorable evening with you!
Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club
Keane's Point, 1 Hobbs Place Peppermint Grove, WA 6011
8-9 February 2025
Opening Friday 7 Feb, 6-8pm
Opening Night Tickets $65

Yvonne Wadley
Course |
Textile workshop - Design and slow sewing techniques
We will focus on 1. Design: The role of colours, lines, shapes and details in creating a focal point and movement in a design. 2 Practical: laying out a design and hand-sewing stitches.
Mahogany Creek
Two available sessions to choose from:
1. Monday March 3rd (Labour Day holiday) 8.45- 12.30pm
2. Tuesday March 4th 8.45-12.30

Silvana Ferrario
Exhibition |
Upmarket Art Fair
The Upmarket Art Fair is about connecting art enthusiasts with WA artists. The market will bring together over 60 of Perth's most talented artists all under one roof at the University of Western Australia's Winthrop Hall. You will find paintings, fine art photography, limited edition prints, sculptures, decorative glass and ceramics, illustrations and more... Parking and entry are free and the venue is easily accessible.
University of Western Australia's Winthrop Hall
Saturday 3rd May 2025 10am - 3pm
VIP Opening 2 May 2025 6-7pm

Christine Hingston
Exhibition |
Upmarket Art Fair
The Upmarket Art Fair, held within the prestigious UWA Winthrop Hall, provides Western Australian artists with an exclusive platform to showcase and sell their original works. Featuring over 60 of Perth’s most talented artists, this curated event attracts a diverse audience of collectors, designers, and art enthusiasts, offering a prime opportunity for artists to grow their audience and expand their collector base. Exclusive VIP Night: As a standout feature, the Upmarket Art Fair will once again host an exclusive VIP Night on the evening before the main event. This special preview allows artists to engage directly with potential buyers, network with fellow creatives and art lovers, and build excitement around their work in an intimate and exclusive setting.
University of Western Australia's Winthrop Hall
Saturday 3 May 10 am - 3 pm
OPENING NIGHT : 2 May - Exclusive VIP Night

Christine Hingston
Exhibition |
Exhibition at Black Stump Gallery
I am thrilled to share with you that everything in my studio right now is dedicated to my upcoming exhibition at Black Stump Gallery. Each piece I am creating for this exhibition is a labour of love, deeply inspired by the breathtaking landscapes and the essence of the Kimberley.
Black Stump Gallery, Broome, Australia.
Exhibition open 29 May – 12 June
OPENING NIGHT 29 May 5 – 7pm

Christine Hingston & Anna Kwiecinska
Course |
A Creative Painting & Wellbeing Retreat in Bali
Join us for a rejuvenating 8-day Painting Retreat in Bali! Escape to Villa Nilaya in East Bali for 7 nights of creativity, relaxation, and inspiration. What's included: • 33 hours of painting tuition with Christine Hingston • 7-dish cooking class & cocktails with our executive chef • A stylish night out with fine dining & cocktails • Morning meditation & sound healing with Anna • Restorative Balinese massage or reflexology • Day trips for inspiration & creative exploration • Luxurious accommodation, daily breakfast, 5 lunches & 4 dinners 🍽️ • A retreat bag full of arty gifts Stay in beautiful Amarta Bungalows or Candi Beach Resort, just steps from the beach and local restaurants. Only a few spots left for 2025! Let your creativity flow, relax by the sea, and make unforgettable memories.