Discover the rising stars of the contemporary art scene in WA with an exclusive exhibition showcasing selected works from the 2023 graduate showcases of Curtin University, ECU Mount Lawley Campus, and North Metro TAFE. This unique event will be held at both Contemporary Art Spaces Mandurah and the Alcoa Mandurah Art Gallery, offering a rare opportunity to explore and support emerging talent.
Join us for the Exhibition Opening on Sunday, 21 July at 2pm, where you can immerse yourself in the creativity and vision of these rising stars. Hear directly from the artists during Artists Talks scheduled for Sunday, 4 August and 18 August at 11am.
Stay updated on this exciting exhibition by visiting the Contemporary Art Spaces Mandurah Facebook Page for the latest news and insights.
Gallery hours:
- CASM Gallery: Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am – 4pm
- Mandurah Performing Arts Centre, Alcoa Mandurah Art Gallery: Open Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
Don’t miss this chance to discover fresh perspectives and engage with the next generation of artistic talent in our community!
Workshops, Paint Outs, Exhibitions, Awards & Prizes, Demonstrations and Artist Talks.
This festival celebrates everything to do with outdoor painting.
Plein Air Down Under invites artists and art lovers alike to join in the fun of the Peel Region’s outdoor painting festival.
Come and paint, or come and watch!
- Saturday 21 September 2023 – Monday 23 September 2024
- Time 10:00am – 8:00pm
- Locations: Mandurah & Pinjarra
Over $12,000 in cash and prizes are on offer for artists accepting the challenge of capturing the character and beauty of Mandurah and Pinjarra’s natural and built environment.
Pre and post festival weekend activities include:
- World Wide Paint Out: 7 & 8 September, Mandjar Square Mandurah
- Spirit of the Landscape Exhibition, Mandurah Performing Arts Centre
- Painting Masterclasses with feature artist Lori Putnam (USA)
- Portrait Painting Masterclass with feature artist Tony Robinson (Ireland)
- Plein Air Painting Masterclass with feature artist Leon Holmes (WA)
- Watercolour Workshop with Gordon Alexander
- Plein Air Drawing Workshop with Andy Dolphin
Festival weekend activities include:
- Artists Meet and Greet at the Leon Holmes Gallery
- Demonstrations by feature artists
- Day and evening paint outs and festivities
- Two-hour ‘Quick Draw’ painting competition
- A day painting in historic Pinjarra
- An exhibition of festival weekend artwork
- Free have-a-go painting activities for all ages
- Awards and prizes
Ticket Information:
- FREE to watch and enjoy the surrounds
- Youth Artist Registration (aged 18 and under) $10.00
- Adult Artist Registration: $77.50 Standard, $62.50 Early Bird to 31 July.
Discover more exciting activities and experiences to enjoy in and around Mandurah throughout the festival weekend.
This exhibition celebrates the vast landscapes of rural, regional and remote Australia, through the eyes of exhibiting artists.
In telling these stories, artists may choose to reference place, the people of remote communities, the topography of the landscape or the challenges of living and working in remote Australia. This carefully curated selection of award-winning artists will ensure a high standard of work while acknowledging their continued involvement and support of the Plein Air Down Under Outdoor Painting Festival.
