Royal Easter Show Art Exhibition Entries Close – 5th February 2025
The annual Royal Easter Show will be on 11th – 22nd April 2025!
Join the event as a celebration of Australian culture. It provides an amazing and unique experience for everyone.
Entries for the art section will close on Wednesday, 5th February 2025.
Please check the 2025 Schedule PDF to know more about the class criteria, entry fees, closing dates, where to deliver your entry, conditions of entry, prizes and many more.
Happy Holidays from all of us at the Macquarie Towns Arts Society!
🎄✨ Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from MTAS! ✨🎄
As the year comes to a close, we’d like to extend many thanks to our Committee, Members, Artists, Artisans and Supporters who have made 2024 a great year of creativity and community for all of us.
This festive season, we celebrate together the joy of art and connections we’ve shared through our exhibitions, workshops, and events.
We hope your Christmas Holidays and New Year celebrations are filled with happiness, rejuvenation and some Arty fun.
Stay tuned for our 2025 Calendar and here’s to many more artistic adventures ahead!
Looking forward to seeing you all in the new year!
MTAS Monthly Meeting & Christmas Party Tonight, 10th December 2024
It’s that time of the year again!
Reminding all that the Monthly Meeting and End of Year Celebration will be tonight, 10th December 2024, 7.30pm at the Stan Stevens Studio (Deerubbin Centre).
Venue address: Stan Stevens Studio, Deerubbin Centre, Hawkesbury Cultural Precinct, 300 George St, Windsor.
Please bring something for Show & Tell. It can be an art or craft work you have done through the year or something of interest to show to the group. We are also planning a Lucky Dip, Lucky Door Prize, Art Trivia, and more.
Tea & coffee will be supplied. Please bring a plate of something tasty to share with the group.
Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings, for the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.
Please remember to park outside the car park as it closes early.
We hope you can join us for our fun-filled end-of-year celebration and wish you all a safe and happy festive season!
MTAS Monthly Meeting & Christmas Party Tuesday, 10th December 2024
It’s that time of the year again!
Reminding all that the Monthly Meeting and End of Year Celebration will be on Tuesday, 10th December 2024, 7.30pm at the Stan Stevens Studio (Deerubbin Centre).
Venue address: Stan Stevens Studio, Deerubbin Centre, Hawkesbury Cultural Precinct, 300 George St, Windsor.
Please bring something for Show & Tell. It can be an art or craft work you have done through the year or something of interest to show to the group. We are also planning a Lucky Dip, Lucky Door Prize, Art Trivia, and more.
Tea & coffee will be supplied. Please bring a plate of something tasty to share with the group.
Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings, for the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.
Please remember to park outside the car park as it closes early.
We hope you can join us for our fun-filled end-of-year celebration and wish you all a safe and happy festive season!
MTAS Monthly Meeting & Christmas Party Tuesday, 10th December 2024
It’s that time of the year again!
Our Monthly Meeting and End of Year Celebration will be on Tuesday, 10th December 2024, 7.30pm at the Stan Stevens Studio (Deerubbin Centre).
Venue address: Stan Stevens Studio, Deerubbin Centre, Hawkesbury Cultural Precinct, 300 George St, Windsor.
Please bring something for Show & Tell. It can be an art or craft work you have done through the year or something of interest to show to the group. We are also planning a Lucky Dip, Lucky Door Prize, Art Trivia, and more.
Tea & coffee will be supplied. Please bring a plate of something tasty to share with the group.
Both members and non-members are welcome to join our meetings, for the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.
Please remember to park outside the car park as it closes early.
We hope you can join us for our fun-filled end-of-year celebration and wish you all a safe and happy festive season!
Hawkesbury Now Exhibition closes on Sunday, 1st December 2024
Don’t forget to check out the Hawkesbury Now Exhibition at the Hawkesbury Regional Gallery before it ends on Sunday, 1st December 2024!
The exhibition is located at the Hawkesbury Regional Gallery, 1st Floor, Deerubbin Centre, 300 George Street, Windsor, NSW. Entry is free.
Artist Talks & A Little Art Making – Saturday, 23rd November 2024
Join artist Dan Kyle and Hawkesbury Now 2024 artists Julie Simmons and Mellissa Read-Devine this Saturday, 23rd November for a conversation about their artwork in this year’s exhibition.
You are invited to bring along your sketchbook as Julie and Mellissa lead creative drawing exercises, while enjoying drinks and light refreshments. Tickets are free.
The Hawkesbury Now Exhibition celebrates the diverse creativity of our beautiful region, bringing together groups and individuals working in various mediums including painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, ceramics, glass, and woodwork.
This event offers local artists the opportunity to sell their work, while residents and visitors alike can purchase original art from some of the region’s most renowned and accomplished artists.
A range of organisations are showcased in the Hawkesbury Now Exhibition, including the Macquarie Towns Arts Society, Hawkesbury Community Arts Workshop, Piggery Lane Studios, Hawkesbury Artists and Artisans Trail, and more.
Full-Day Workshop with Bob Gurney Landscape Oil Painting Sunday, 10th November 2024
Join us for a fun filled Full-Day Landscape Oil Painting Workshop with Bob Gurney on Sunday, 10th November 2024!
Suitable for members & guests of all levels.
To secure your spot, please complete the enrolment form and send together with payment.
Title: Landscape Oil Painting Workshop Date: Sunday, 10th November 2024 Time: 10am – 4pm Venue: Stan Stevens Studio, Deerubbin Centre, 300 George St, Windsor Price: $60 Members and $65 Non Members Includes morning tea. Bring your own Lunch. Materials: All students to supply own materials. Please see materials list with the enrolment form.
Option 1: EFT Deposit to – Macquarie Towns Arts Society Inc Bendigo Bank BSB: 633000 ACC: 156303562
N.B. Please label your transaction with your name. This form must also be returned either via P.O. Box 1058, RICHMOND NSW 2753 or emailed to info@mtas.com.au
Option 2: In person to a committee member or at Richmond Art Supplies
For more information, please contact Leigh on 0401 228 624.
About Bob Gurney:
Bob Gurney is a multi-award-winning, widely recognised artist whose works are held in private and corporate collections across Australia and internationally.
Recently, he won the prestigious “Best in Show Award” at the Oatley 101 Society of Artists Annual Members’ Exhibition 2024 for his stunning oil painting. This accolade further solidifies his talent and reputation, making him highly sought after for private commissions and for conducting demonstrations and leading workshops for art groups and community organisations.
Bob’s ability to connect with his audience, whether through his artwork or his teaching, has made him a beloved figure in the Australian art scene. He is also an avid “en plein air” painter, and he takes every opportunity to paint in the open air, finding inspiration in nature whenever time permits.
Combined Art Societies of Sydney Inc. “Art in the Country” with Jenny Macnaughton 7th – 10th November 2024
The Combined Art Societies of Sydney Inc. will have a 4-Day watercolour plein air/studio workshop with Jenny Macnaughton Pearson at 72 Buchanan Street, Kandos or 1 day only (8th November 2024).
Dates: 7th – 10th November 2024 Times: 9am to 3.30pm daily Price: $440 (4 day) or $110 for 1 day only (8th Nov 2024)
Please Note: Price is for workshop only. It includes tuition, morning-tea and use of the facility. Lunch and accommodation is not included. Students will need to book their own accommodation.
Limited spots are available so book early to secure a spot.
Full-Day Workshop with Bob Gurney Landscape Oil Painting Sunday, 10th November 2024
Join us for a fun filled Full-Day Landscape Oil Painting Workshop with Bob Gurney on Sunday, 10th November 2024!
Suitable for members & guests of all levels.
To secure your spot, please complete the enrolment form and send together with payment by Friday, 1st Nov 2024.
Title: Landscape Oil Painting Workshop Date: Sunday, 10th November 2024 Time: 10am – 4pm Venue: Stan Stevens Studio, Deerubbin Centre, 300 George St, Windsor Price: $60 Members and $65 Non Members Includes morning tea. Bring your own Lunch. Materials: All students to supply own materials. Please see materials list with the enrolment form.
Option 1: EFT Deposit to – Macquarie Towns Arts Society Inc Bendigo Bank BSB: 633000 ACC: 156303562
N.B. Please label your transaction with your name. This form must also be returned either via P.O. Box 1058, RICHMOND NSW 2753 or emailed to info@mtas.com.au
Option 2: In person to a committee member or at Richmond Art Supplies
For more information, please contact Leigh on 0401 228 624.
About Bob Gurney:
Bob Gurney is a multi-award-winning, widely recognised artist whose works are held in private and corporate collections across Australia and internationally.
Recently, he won the prestigious “Best in Show Award” at the Oatley 101 Society of Artists Annual Members’ Exhibition 2024 for his stunning oil painting. This accolade further solidifies his talent and reputation, making him highly sought after for private commissions and for conducting demonstrations and leading workshops for art groups and community organisations.
Bob’s ability to connect with his audience, whether through his artwork or his teaching, has made him a beloved figure in the Australian art scene. He is also an avid “en plein air” painter, and he takes every opportunity to paint in the open air, finding inspiration in nature whenever time permits.
Hawkesbury Now Exhibition Opens Tonight, 25th October 2024 From 6pm-8pm
The Hawkesbury Now Exhibition opens tonight, 25th October, from 6pm to 8pm, and will continue until Sunday, 1st December 2024!
The exhibition will be held at the Hawkesbury Regional Gallery, located on the 1st floor of the Deerubbin Centre, 300 George Street, Windsor, NSW. Opening hours are 10am to 4pm on weekdays, and 10am to 3pm on weekends.
Entry is free, and light refreshments will be provided on the opening night.
The Hawkesbury Now Exhibition celebrates the diverse creativity of our beautiful region, bringing together groups and individuals working in various mediums including painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, ceramics, glass, and woodwork.
This event offers local artists the opportunity to sell their work, while residents and visitors alike can purchase original art from some of the region’s most renowned and accomplished artists.
A range of organisations are showcased in the Hawkesbury Now Exhibition, including the Macquarie Towns Arts Society, Hawkesbury Community Arts Workshop, Piggery Lane Studios, Hawkesbury Artists and Artisans Trail, and more.
