Art

**Join us for this special opening night of Monty Art Gang's fabulous sculptural works exhibition at Wellington St Neighbourhood House.** **RSVP here:** [https://events.humanitix.com/opening-night-monty-art-gang-exhibition ](https://events.humanitix.com/opening-night-monty-art-gang-exhibition) Enjoy drinks, nibbles and good company while you view the artworks created by local creatives in the heart of Montmorency. This opening night will be an opportunity to appreciate and support local creatives, meet the artists, meet the groups facilitator and learn more about Monty Art Gang. All are welcome to come along, support and enjoy. This exhibition will run 12 June - 18 June 2026 and is available to view 10am-2pm during the week. **Access information:** * This events exhibition and event space is wheelchair accessible. * There are two disability car parks onsite out the front of the building. * There are 20 or so general parking spots available next door to our venue which offer three hour parking and additional street parking is available on Binns St. * This venue has two gender neutral, unisex toilets and there is a vending machine with free pads and tampons available. * There is one wheelchair accessible and baby change toilet. * This venue has hardwood floors with rugs in the main spaces. * There is tea and coffee in the community kitchen free to use. * This venue can get loud with overlapping noise during events and lighting at night is warm white overheads and lamps. * There is a small sensory-minded room with a beanbag, memory foam rug, fidget and sensory items available to use as needed. Please get in touch you have any questions or access requirements by emailing Janelle at [coordinator@ghnh.org.au](mailto:coordinator@ghnh.org.au) or texting 0423 452 922. *Wellington St Neighbourhood House proudly acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people of the Kulin nation as the traditional custodians of the lands that our Houses and programs take place.* *We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, and acknowledge that sovereignty has never beed ceded.*

Jewellers can hire a desk in our workshop to make or finish off their own pieces. This workshop is self run, you need to attend a health and safety induction before working daily unattended. Basic jewellery making tools are provided and some consumables such as flux, borax, tumbling polish, lathe polish and some drill bits. Aprons and safety glasses are provided, tie up loose hair, wear enclosed shoes. Please email claw.creative.studios@gmail.com for any questions or inquiries. Clara Carija, Director CLAW CREATIVE.

EVERY FRIDAY! FREE dance classes & social dancing and Reggaeton every week with Obsesión Latina - Salsa & Bachata & OYE Latino at The Albion Rooftop - South Melbourne! Main room: 6:45pm Doors open. Come in for a drink! 7:00pm 2 levels of Salsa classes 8:00pm 2 levels of Bachata classes 9:00pm Non-stop Bachata & Salsa 11:00pm Reggaeton all night! Rooftop: 11:00pm After the Bachata & Salsa in the main room, we can head upstairs to the rooftop for some more Bachata & Salsa until late. FREE entry all night every Friday! Book your class spots to helps us manage the class ratios and also because we may need to start capping numbers as we sometimes have over 140 students! First-timers welcome! No need to bring a partner, but the more the merrier! Dress as you would usually going to a bar or club. Guys smart casual, no trackies! It's a free event. Please support the venue by buying a drink! You can support us by following our Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or Eventbrite **Obsesión Latina - Salsa & Bachata** https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/free-salsa-bachata-classes-social-every-friday-in-south-melbourne-tickets-1978557074471?aff=oddtdtcreator

🎉 Join Us at FAD Gallery Bar! Welcome Anita to our hosting team🥂 Looking for a fun, easygoing way to meet new people and kick off your weekend? Come hang out with us at FAD Gallery Bar in the heart of Melbourne CBD! 🎨 About the Venue: FAD is an iconic, laneway bar with a unique artistic vibe — think comfy couches, art on the walls, cool music, and that classic Melbourne laneway feel. 🍻 Happy Hour: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Hosted from 6:00 but feel free to rock up early for Happy Hour as the venue staff are friendly and there are always some early attenders. Enjoy great drink specials during happy hour and very cheap drinks after that — perfect for chatting, chilling, and making new friends. 👋 No need to know anyone — come as you are! This is a relaxed, welcoming meetup where everyone’s there to have fun, make connections, and enjoy good drinks and great company. 💃 Good Vibes & Dancing: Later in the night the bar transforms into a dance-friendly space with DJs and groovy tunes — whether you want to boogie or just hang out, it’s a great crowd and no one’s a stranger here!

**The Event** Have you ever wanted to see one of the world's most famous and most toured exhibitions? Well here's your chance to join us in this friendly small-group setting designed for Asian singles small group mingle and socialising (age 35-45) to see **Body Worlds: The Anatomy of Happiness in Docklands.** We will likely follow it up with a happy dose of desserts afterwards (a decision we can make after for those that wishes to stay back to **grab desserts nearby**! About the exhibition: [https://bodyworlds.com.au/melbourne/](https://bodyworlds.com.au/melbourne/) **About Us** **Melbourne Australian-Chinese Social Circle (Singles 35-45)** is a welcoming community for Australian-born Chinese singles and culturally aligned members who connect with both Western and Chinese backgrounds. We focus on building genuine friendships first, believing meaningful relationships — whether friendship or romance — grow naturally through shared experiences and emotional maturity. This is a casual, light-hearted space to connect over bicultural life, enjoy curated dinners, mixers, walks, and cultural activities, and engage in authentic, pressure-free conversations. A safe and respectful environment to simply be yourself — come expand your circle and see where the connection leads. **Meetup Time and Point:** Time: 5:30pm **(please purchase the 6pm timeslot for Friday, June 12 so we can browse the exhibit together)** Where: At the Exhibit which is held at **The District Docklands** Level 1/116 Studio Lane, Docklands VIC, 3008, Australia. * Opposite H&M * Easy access via Footscray Rd * Affordable parking - first 90 minutes free * In the free tram zone **How to Purchase Tickets** Please RSVP, and contact me first if you wish to see if you can purchase a group ticket with us. If we have minimum 6 people we can purchase discounted group tickets which is $31 compared to $41. Note: We have one adult ticket available that I have already pre-purchased for this event. Please contact me if you are interested. Alternatively, **purchase the 6pm timeslot for Friday, June 12 via this link:** [https://feverup.com/m/553924?cp_landing=cta_header&cp_landing_term=cta_header&cp_landing_source=bodyworlds.com&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic](https://feverup.com/m/553924?cp_landing=cta_header&cp_landing_term=cta_header&cp_landing_source=bodyworlds.com&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic) I will likely reach out to you to remind you to purchase your ticket. Hope to see you there!

Sacred geometry is the study of patterns, proportions, and forms found throughout nature, art, architecture, and the cosmos. From the spirals of shells to the symmetry of flowers and ancient temples, these geometric relationships have long been understood as expressions of harmony and interconnectedness. This introductory talk will explore the symbolic and philosophical foundations of sacred geometry, offering insight into how shape, number, and pattern have been used across cultures as bridge between creativity, spirituality and the natural world. This talk will be presented by Tara Baker, artist and theosophist, who graduated from RMIT with a degree in Fine Arts, who has worked as Events’ Coordinator at the Melbourne Lodge, tended to the Mystic River Gallery and given workshops on sacred geometry and mandalas around Melbourne. Her own mandalas are drawn with an exquisite sensitivity to the power of conscious intention and hold the spirit of her own sacred explorations of creativity. **The MTS is committed to providing events that align with and further The three objects of The Theosophical Society:** * To form a nucleus of the universal brotherhood of humanity, without distinction of race, creed, sex, caste or colour. * To encourage the study of comparative religion, philosophy and science. * To investigate unexplained laws of nature and the powers latent in the human being. However this being stated, the MTS does not endorse any health, spiritual, science-related, philosophical or theological /other assertions or claims made by any facilitator we host.

Hi everyone, and welcome to our very first event! Since I’ve traveled to 50 countries before settling here in Melbourne, the idea of combining travel, daily living, and creating art is a massive passion of mine. To kick off our community of "dreamers and doers," we are hosting a relaxed weekend coffee meetup to connect, share, and get inspired. Whether you are a full-time professional artist or an entrepreneur exploring painting like I am, this is a casual space to meet face-to-face and build our local network over a great cup of Melbourne coffee. **Here is what we’ll be doing:** * 🎨 **Show & Tell:** Bring a sketchbook, your iPad, or just pull up some photos of your work on your phone. Let's celebrate what everyone is currently creating or exploring! * 🤝 **Network & Connect:** Swap Instagram handles, share industry contacts, and find your new creative accountability buddies. * 🌍 **Main Topic - Art Residencies & Coliving:** Have you ever done an art residency? Are you dreaming of joining a creative coliving space overseas or right here in Australia? Let's share resources, research, and dreams about blending travel with our artistic practices. **What to bring:** * A piece of your art (physical or digital) or a work-in-progress to share. * Your business cards, portfolio links, or social handles. * Any info, questions, or experiences you have regarding art residencies! I can't wait to meet you all and hear about your creative journeys. RSVP so I can make sure we grab a big enough table!

A Quiet Art Evening (Self-Guided) Saturday, 13 June, 6:00pm — 8:00pm Venue: Box Hill (close to Box Hill Central; detailed address will be sent upon RSVP) This is a quiet, self-guided (untutored) space to slow down, create, and spend time alongside others. Bring your own materials and something you’d like to work on. It’s an evening to create unhurriedly in a shared space — to make, reflect, and simply be. Through art, we hope to create a gentle space for connection, encouragement, and shared presence. We hope this will become a simple monthly rhythm — a place to keep returning to, to create, connect, and enjoy the process together. If this resonates with you, feel free to RSVP here. PS. A $5 contribution each participant will help cover venue hire, as well as tea, coffee, and biscuits. Limited places – Please RSVP or direct message us to check availability

‼️‼️LOCATION CHANGED TO BRUNSWICK LIBRARY ACROSS THE STREET DUE TO THE RAIN 🌧️‼️‼️ Hello everyone 👩‍🎨 Bring any art supplies you like and a picnic blanket or chair. We will just be sat on the grass outside the main yellow building doing art together. If you aren’t sure what to draw the club has a weekly drawing theme, just ask me what the prompt is 😊 There is also a small cafe inside the building for those who want a drink while they draw ☕️ ✏️ We welcome all artists of any skill level or medium, Whether you’re a beginner or pro, traditional or digital, absolutely anyone can join. ⚠️IMPORTANT⚠️ Please do not attend if you are sick. I have multiple chronic illnesses so my immune system is extremely weak. Keep everyone safe by staying home if you are unwell. ☔️ If the weather changes there is a small cafe inside we can move into. —————————————————— Check out our instagram @shypeoplesdrawingclub to see more about our awesome group. We also have a Discord group for online events if you would like to join and chat with more artists. ✨

Join us for Art Club in Fitzroy - A relaxed no pressure art meet up perfect for beginners or artists! BYO Art & Craft Project. Use the time to catch up on your current art project along with other local artists. Be inspiring, or take inspiration from our monthly meets. Drawing supplies provided for those without a project to bring. B.Y.O. Drinks

**Heide Museum of Modern Art & Gardens** Our Sunday Walk this week takes us back to the beautiful Heide Sculpture Gardens and Park on the banks of the Yarra River. An integral part of Heide is its Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and the grounds featuring outdoor sculptures. With a long history as an artist's retreat and landscape gardens, Heide is a special place for a Sunday Walk. **Start**: Meet at Heide main entrance, off Templestowe Road, Bulleen. We'll meet at the large sculpture display outside the Gallery Shop at the entrance to MoMA. (see main picture here). Note the slightly later Start Time: **9.15 AM** **Parking:** Turn off Templestowe Rd and head for the Lower Carpark (follow signs). If this carpark is full, drive past and follow the road to Banksia Park where there's plenty of extra space, then walk back to the Kitchen. **The Walk**: We'll walk the gardens and parkland of the adjacent Banksia Park before heading back to the Kitchen Cafe for brunch. It's a slightly shorter walk than our usual (about 4 Km) but includes some hilly sections. **Toilets**: Throughout the Park and at the Kitchen area. **Coffee**: At the Heide Kitchen Cafe, where we can also enjoy brunch if you wish.

To help ensure we operate in a safe and inclusive manner we ask all members and guests to abide by the following guidelines [https://docs.google.com/document/d/11Tlklt2nqT-B8RnDaxvmZv8vsGXy3w8rVpiArNf_-f8/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/11Tlklt2nqT-B8RnDaxvmZv8vsGXy3w8rVpiArNf_-f8/edit?usp=sharing) \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Photographing Rome** As you know the Astro event scheduled for Saturday 13 June is cancelled due to poor weather forecast. So for those who are interested in joining me on a casual and last minute event for the weekend, come along to the Melbourne Museum to photograph the Melbourne exclusive exhibition of Rome's political, cultural and social life. For more information, see the link below: [https://museumsvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whats-on/rome-empire-power-people/](https://museumsvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whats-on/rome-empire-power-people/) There is an entry fee for this exhibition $35. **Optional - challenge for the event in the museum** For those of you interested in a challenge, photograph the exhibition using only one focal length of your choice. You may still bring a zoom lens but stick to one focal length e.g. 35mm or 50mm etc After the Rome Exhibition, we can grab a bite at the cafe in the museum and then wonder around the Exhibition Building and the Carlton Gardens. **DRAFT SCHEDULE** 10.15am - meet at the entrance of the Melbourne Museum for introduction and briefing 10.30am - Explore the Rome Exhibition 1.00pm - Lunch at the Melbourne Museum Cafe 1.40pm - Re group at the entrance of the Melbourne Museum 1.45pm - Explore around the Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens 3.30pm - Event ends (we may head somewhere for coffee) Look forward to having you at this event. Rowan

**Join us for an afternoon of community art and craft time!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Hilltop Branch** in **Meeting Room 4**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** The RSVP count for this event is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. Please try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel, allowing folks on the waitlist time to check their schedule. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

Let's stroll the artists' booths and enjoy some of the festival's opening day! The Columbus Art Festival features a wide and vibrant range of visual art from local and national exhibitors, plus, live music, and all kinds of food and refreshments, along the waterfront downtown. (The featured painting is by Columbus Art Festival exhibitor, Joe Engel - joe-engelart.com)

We are a real world Martial arts group. \ Called DO JUNG ISHU (the art of fighting) \ Based off of Jeet kune do we just continued where Bruce Lee left off. \ We have been around a while. \ Every week we get together and work technical skills and full contact spar. \ Almost all of the instructors have been in everything from street fights to the ring and some still compete in cage fighting. \ If you want to take your skills up, improve your confidence, gain self defense skills, get in better shape, test yourself or just want to kill some time and possibly get hit a bit come on down. \ We will be located at 3923 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214 Outside in the grass between the playground and horseshoe area. our instructors are normally in a black and red art of fighting shirt \ if you can not find us call or text me at 6143570295 Saturday 1:30pm Wednesday 5:45pm From Age 16 and up. attendees under the age of 18 must have a guardian with them. \ Wear workout clothes. \ Bring a MOUTHPIECE! \ WE HAVE GLOVES. \ $10 per class $5 per class if you are wearing a club shirt Club shirts are $25 Hope to see you soon. \ let me know if you have any questions :)

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.

We will once again be teaching origami to the public at the Greater Columbus Arts Festival this coming weekend (Fri June 12th-Sun June 14th). We have a 10’x20’ tent and usually teach several hundred adults and children. ***Come join us if you are local*** \- reply to this email and let us know your availability\. **We are teaching SIMPLE, beginner models, so your skill level is not an issue.** Festival hours are: Fri 11 AM-9 PM, Sat 10 AM to 9 PM, Sun 10 AM to 5 PM, then we pack up. You are not expected to be there all day - whatever hours you want to teach are fine. We (Monica and I) will be there pretty much all hours as we are required to have the tent manned. If you want to assist with set up that is Thursday the 11th Noon to 2:30 We are in booth W728, which is on Washington Ave , between Rich and Main street bridges. This is the west side of the river in downtown. See [this map](https://www.columbusartsfestival.org/visit/festival-map) . we are in the pink “Cbus Arts & Organizations” section, at the Rich street end. Parking is available in several areas there on the west side. For more info on the festival go to [www.columbusartsfestival.org/](https://www.columbusartsfestival.org/) This is one of the best arts festivals in the country - live music on four stages, hundreds of artists, great food...it really is a good time.