Join experienced art teacher Kate Driscoll from Art Teacher Life and explore the bold, eye-catching technique of negative space painting in this hands-on 4-hour workshop with local art teacher Kate Driscoll. You’ll start by layering colour and pattern across your canvas using stencils and acrylic paint, then learn how to use the space around your shapes to make your design really stand out.

This session is perfect for beginners and beyond — whether you're looking to loosen up your painting style or simply try something new in a friendly, relaxed environment.

Kate brings years of experience as a primary school art teacher and adult educator, and she’ll guide you step-by-step through the process.

You’ll leave with a framed artwork ready to hang on your wall and a bunch of new creative skills under your belt.

Date & Time: Thursday 10 July, 6pm–9:30pm
Location: Print Room, Cannery Arts Centre
Cost: $100 for Cannery members / $115 for non-members
Ages: Teens and adults
Max participants: 12

Join artist Em Anders for a creative session where you'll design stunning resin hangers, casting natural elements into resin moulds and adding finishing touches with gold hoops and charms. This relaxing workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore resin art while enjoying wine and grazing. Leave with your own beautifully crafted hanger to take home.

This workshop is suitable for adults.

$130 *YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND

Join Kalgoorlie artist Em Anders for a fun and relaxing painting session where you’ll create a beautiful artwork featuring a Willy Wagtail nestled in a gum tree. Whether you're a beginner or experienced painter, all levels are welcome. Enjoy a creative afternoon while sipping wine and grazing.

Due to licensing compliance, food and alcohol must be purchased upon arrival using a credit or debit card, with a $5 charge for those wishing to consume the provided refreshments.

This workshop is suitable for adults.

16 November 10-12:30pm

$75 *YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND

Ceramic fun with Hannah Goggs, AKA Moody Rabbit, a mixed media artist who makes original artworks, ceramics, clothing and textile artworks. Create and paint your own ceramic mug and spoon set. Learn how to make shapes using slab building and paint with slip. Perfect for beginners or advanced ceramicists. All materials included, firing will happen later, with collection of works 2-3 weeks later.

All materials included.
Adults and older teens

$130 per person

Dive into a fun and creative acrylic and oil painting workshop featuring the vibrant flora of Western Australia with Hannah Goggs, AKA Moody Rabbit, a mixed media artist who makes original artworks, ceramics, clothing and textile artworks. Unleash your imagination as you craft your own palette on a 50x40cm canvas. Follow along with Hannah, or customise yours. By the end, you'll have a stunning masterpiece to take home! Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to brush up on their skills, this workshop is packed with tips, techniques, and lots of laughs. Come join us for an inspiring and entertaining painting adventure—all materials included! Limited places. Adults and older teens.

All art materials included.
Adults and older teens

$160 per person

Join experienced art teacher Kate Driscoll from Art Teacher Life and explore a variety of media including watercolours, acrylic paints, paint pens, paint sticks, gel pens, and more. Guided by Kate you'll create a stunning framed canvas to take home. Perfect for all skill levels, don't miss the chance to unleash your creativity with an expert instructor and take home your own unique piece of art! Bring your own drinks and nibbles to graze on while you create. Adults only.

All art materials included.
BYO drinks and nibbles.

Adults only

$100 per person

Dive into a world of creativity using watercolours, acrylic paints, paint pens, paint sticks, gel pens, and more! With the guidance of the amazing Kate Driscoll, aka Art Teacher Life, your child will craft a beautiful framed canvas of a quirky bird. Check out Kate's work on Facebook and Instagram @art_teacher_life.

All materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 7+ years - there is an ADULT version of this workshop too see below.

Please note 9am start time 12noon end time

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

SOLD OUT Please add your name to the waiting list by clicking the BOOK HERE button below

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Get ready for a monstrously fun time with the amazing Kate Driscoll, aka Art Teacher Life! In this hands-on workshop, you'll create your very own friendly monster using newspaper, wire, air-dry clay, and paper mache, then jazz it up with loads of playful accessories. Check out Kate's work on Facebook and Instagram @art_teacher_life.

All materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 7+ years

Please note 9am start time 12noon end time

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

SOLD OUT - Please add your name to the waiting list by clicking the BOOK HERE button

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Come join us for a fun-filled workshop where your child will create beautiful printed papers with gelli plates and turn them into amazing collages! Led by the fabulous Primary School Art Teacher Kate Driscoll, aka Art Teacher Life, this session promises loads of creativity and laughter. Check out Kate's awesome work on Facebook and Instagram @art_teacher_life!

All our tutors have Working With Children Checks, allowing you to drop off your child with confidence. Feel free to stay if it makes your child more comfortable, and watch their imagination soar.

Please note this workshop is all day 9am-3pm and is best for those kids that love art so much they can do it all day!!

All materials are supplied, and Kate will supervise lunch, so pack a nut-free lunch, snacks, and a water bottle. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes.

Age: 7+ years

$40 Cannery Member
$70 Non Member

SOLD OUT Please add your name to the waiting list as cancellations happen

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Learn how to paint with acrylics with The Jury Art Prize finalist, artist Rani Fankha. Acrylic Painting 101 is a comprehensive introduction to equip participants with the essential skills and techniques needed to confidently explore this versatile medium. From understanding the unique properties of acrylic paint to mastering basic brushwork and colour mixing participants will receive hands-on guidance to enhance their painting abilities. Starting with a simple still life exercise to understand form, light and shading and learning the basics of acrylic painting, to begin work on your own project. No prior experience is necessary to participate—all skill levels are welcome. Ideal for people that visited ‘Drawing 101 with Rani'. All materials supplied, but welcome to bring your own. Bring an object or photo with you, that you’d like to draw

Adults and older teens
$60 per person *please sign up to become a Cannery Arts Centre member

Easter clay fun for children! Make an egg tray out of clay and store your Easter eggs in it. Guided by pottery loving Mum's Jess and Tara, let your child get moulding and squishing with clay. Items will be fired afterwards and will be available to collect approximately 3 weeks later.

Children 7+ years

$40 per child - participants must be a member of the Cannery Arts Centre to participate in this course *please sign up here to become a Cannery Arts Centre member

All materials are provided though it is recommended to send children with a labelled water bottle and dress them for messy claywork.

All our tutors have Working with Children Check’s-drop your child off or feel free to stay
All materials are provided-we recommend sending your child with a labelled water bottle and dress them appropriately for painting.

Join the fun in creating a wild, windy day with watercolours. Guided by Bonnie Wilson, explore the idea of movement and how to show this in paintings. A primary school teacher by trade, Bonnie loves crafting. Watercolours are a fun medium to use, participants will be able to take home a couple of wonderful watercolour paintings.

All materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 9+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Insect hotels offer a sanctuary to beneficial insects, especially pollinators. In this workshop, participants will create an Insect Hotel, using all natural materials they gather around the Cannery Arts Centre Forage garden to “furnish” their Insect Hotel. Guided by Silke Apel, from Leafy Greens Esperance, who has a passion for gardening and loves to assist people and the community in growing their own food and applying permaculture principles to everyday life. The main frame will be provided and kids have the option to leave it natural or decorate it with paint.

All materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 8+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Grab a roller and see what fun imprints that leaves and flowers make, an exciting explorative experience, mixing science and art. Katie White is a botanist and scientist, turned artist and educator. She gets great excitement and joy out of the many wonders of the natural world and is passionate about sharing and connecting. Participants will create multiple pieces of paper printed with flowers and leaves. Paintings may need time to dry overnight and can be collected in the following days. All wildflowers will be collected under appropriate licenses.

All materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 7+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Festive fun for children! They will get to paint underglaze onto bisque fired handmade clay Christmas shapes, made by Mum's Jess and Tara, who will also facilitate this workshop. Each child will get to paint 3-4 ornaments. Items will be fired afterwards and will be available to collect 1-2 weeks later.

Children 4-8 years

$40 per child - participants must be a member of the Cannery Arts Centre to participate in this course *please sign up here to become a Cannery Arts Centre member

All our tutors have Working with Children Check’s-drop your child off or feel free to stay
All materials are provided-we recommend sending your child with a labelled water bottle and dress them appropriately for painting.

"Cut, Paste, Create-Mosaic CD Art" is an exciting workshop hosted by the craft extraordinaire, Mary Darling. Dive into a smorgasbord of craft goodies as you explore the world of mosaic art on CDs. Unleash your creativity by cutting and pasting paper to craft intricate mosaic patterns and adorable animals on these versatile canvases. Discover the joy of repurposing CDs into unique works of art that blend modern technology with timeless craftsmanship. Join us for a creative adventure that combines recycling, artistic expression, and fun!

All materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 5+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Join Mary Darling, the craft extraordinaire, for a creative adventure in Canvas Collage Creations! Unleash your artistic spirit as you dive into a smorgasbord of craft goodies, ready to be cut, pasted, and transformed into a personalized canvas masterpiece. Mary will guide you through the process, providing tips and tricks to enhance your collage skills. Let your imagination run wild as you blend colors, textures, and images to craft a one-of-a-kind canvas collage. This workshop promises a fun and inspiring journey into the world of mixed media art.

All materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 5+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Explore the world of wax painting and image transfer in this exciting workshop designed for kids. Dive into the creative process with artist Elaine Fewings as you experiment with wax learning various techniques in a safe manner. Whether you're a budding young artist or just looking to have fun with art, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to create, learn, and enjoy the art of wax painting. All materials are provided.

All other materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 8+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Join us for a unique and whimsical artistic adventure in our "Eggcellent Animal Portraits" workshop! Unleash your creativity as we take ordinary egg cartons and turn them into adorable, one-of-a-kind animal portraits that are sure to bring a smile to your face. Let your imagination run wild as you craft a delightful menagerie of animals. From furry friends to feathered companions, you'll have the freedom to design your own characters. Guided by Year 12 ATAR Art student Brooke Elson, artist and Arty Anchovies tutor and future art teacher. All materials are provided.

All other materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 7-12 years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Let your child's creativity shine in this exciting workshop where they get to hand-paint their very own denim jacket or denim jeans! There are no limits to their imagination as they explore the world of acrylic paint on fabric. Each child will have the opportunity to transform their chosen denim piece into a wearable work of art that's uniquely their own. Run by artist and earring entrepreneur, Brittany Norton of Bye, See You, children must supply their own clothing. Items ideally will be dropped off the week prior to the workshop to do a bit of prep to the fabric. Each item must clearly be labeled on the inside with the child’s name. One piece per child. Items will be wearable and will last with care and gentle washing.

All other materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes and tie up long hair. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 10+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Paint and sip is an enjoyable way to be creative and social at the same time. Come along with friends and be guided by Esperance artist Louise Stewart-Brown to paint a seahorse onto canvas.

Limited to 12 participants-adults only.
All materials provided including wine and cheese platters.
Skill level beginner to intermediate.

$70 Cannery member *please sign up to become a Cannery Arts Centre member

Arty Anchovies is for children that love to do everything art! In this workshop participants will create a brilliant bird inspired by artist Pete Cromer. Participants will paint paper for the bird's body, cut out the birds extra body parts from a selection of pre-painted paper and then assemble their bird on A2 cartridge, guided by artist and Yr 12 student Brooke Elson (and her Mum).

Children 5-12 years
All our tutors have Working with Children Check’s-drop your child off or feel free to stay
All materials are provided-we recommend sending your child with a labelled water bottle and nut free snack and dressing them appropriately for painting and craft.

$20 Cannery member *please sign up to become a Cannery Arts Centre member

***SOLD OUT*** Please add your name to the waiting list as places may open up-do this through the BOOK HERE link below

Arty Anchovies is for children that love to do everything art! In this workshop participants will create a robot, crafted from cardboard and recycled bits n bobs, guided by artist and Yr 12 student Brooke Elson (and her Mum). Choose the robot body, add arms and legs, eyes and then go crazy popping on all the extras to create your own unique robot.

Children 5-12 years
All our tutors have Working with Children Check’s-drop your child off or feel free to stay
All materials are provided-we recommend sending your child with a labelled water bottle and nut free snack and dressing them appropriately for painting and craft.

$20 Cannery member *please sign up to become a Cannery Arts Centre member

Participants will create a Bee House using all natural materials they gather around the Cannery Arts Centre Forage Garden to “furnish” their Bee Hotel. The main frame will be provided and participants have the option of decorating it with paint. Facilitated by Silke Apel who has a passion for everything gardening, and loves to assist people in growing their own food and applying permaculture principles to everyday life. Silke will also share knowledge about the importance of having bees and other beneficial Insects in your garden and the different housing needs those animals have.

All other materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

SAFETY: Please be aware this workshop will involve the children collecting items from the Forage vegetable patch and Cannery gardens-please provide information if your child has any allergies to bees, insects, pollens etc. You will be asked this in the booking process.

Age: 8+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Using cardboard and paint, participants create portraits, of themselves, a friend or family member, in Picasso's unique style. Guided by artist and Year 12 ATAR student Brooke Elson, who is going to pursue a career as an art teacher, and has assisted with many workshops at the Cannery, and with help from her Mum, Kylie. This will be a fun workshop for children who loved to paint, cut, craft and create!

All other materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 5+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Bookings went so crazy for the morning session we have opened up another workshop!

What happens in July, other than Kickarts at the Cannery? The whale migration across the South Coast! Learn about what type of whales, their behaviour and why they migrate. Inspired by this information, students will create a watercolour masterpiece of these glorious species with Katie White, botanist and scientist, turned artist and educator. Katie gets great excitement and joy out of the many wonders of the natural world, and is passionate about sharing and connecting.

All other materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 6+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

What happens in July, other than Kickarts at the Cannery? The whale migration across the South Coast! Learn about what type of whales, their behaviour and why they migrate. Inspired by this information, students will create a watercolour masterpiece of these glorious species with Katie White, botanist and scientist, turned artist and educator. Katie gets great excitement and joy out of the many wonders of the natural world, and is passionate about sharing and connecting.

All other materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes. Recommended to send them with a labelled water bottle.

Age: 6+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here

Come along and learn about recycling and repurpose an unloved chair to make it uniquely yours. The Shire of Esperance's Waste Education Officer Debra Sanger will take you on a tour of the Wylie Bay Recycling Facility, showing you what happens to your recyclables. On return to the Cannery you will have lunch, play some waste games, then our crafty tutor Mary Darling will assist you in bedazzling a chair.

BYO lunch and water bottle. You can bring your own chair or we will have ones for you to choose from. All other materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for crafting, and must wear closed in shoes.

Age: 8+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Membership to the Cannery for children/youth is $30 for 12 months from the date you sign them up. Sign up here