Join us for a free community workshop in partnership with Fauna for the Future Australia and Key Pest and Weed Control. Learn what to do if you encounter a snake at home and how to keep your family, kids, and pets safe.

Presented by Darren and Jenelle, experienced native fauna rescuers, this session focuses on education as the first line of defence for both humans and snakes.

📅 When: Tuesday, 10 December
⏰ Time: 5:30 pm
📍 Where: Cannery Arts Centre

Please note: there will be no live snakes at this event.

Spaces are limited, and registration is essential.

If the event is full, join the waitlist to be notified when spots become available. Don’t miss out!

Festive Portrait Jam

Celebrate the close of the year with us at the final Drawing Collective session! This lively gathering will feature a fun round of 5-minute portrait drawing—think speed-dating with pen and paper. Afterward, we’ll swap our drawings, gifting them to each other as keepsakes.

No need to bring any materials; everything will be provided! Just bring along your favorite drink or some food to share, and join us for a relaxed, social evening filled with creativity, connection, and good cheer.

When: [5th December, 7 to 8.30PM]
Where: [Cannery Arts Centre, Print Room]
What to bring: Food and/or drinks to share, and your holiday spirit!

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Come every time, or when you can. Upcoming sessions are on Thursdays 7pm-8.30pm on:
5 December

$10 per person - participants are required to be members of the Cannery Arts Centre *please sign up to become a Cannery Arts Centre member

Join Bjoern Rainer-Adamson, the Install Team Leader at John Curtin Gallery, Perth, for an introduction to best practices for unpacking, packing, and handling artworks. He will also provide guidance on pre-planning for handling diverse artworks, including lifting, hanging, and carrying, based on their material, texture, media, size, and weight and will share some of his experiences with challenging display situations and how they resolved them.

This workshop is a great refresher or introduction for beginners to art handling and installation for beginners.

$20 per person
Free for Cannery Arts Centre staff, committee and volunteers
Limited to 15 participants- ages 16+years

Bjoern is working with the Cannery Arts Centre team to assist with installation of the Esperance Art Awards, providing a practical educational opportunity in art handling and installation.

This project is funded by the State Government of Western Australia through the arts funding and advisory body the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) and the Regional Exhibition Touring Boost (RETB) Regional Public Art Galleries - 2023 to 2027 Funding Round for the Regional Arts Venues Support program (RAVS), funding to support the expansion of annual programs delivered by arts venues in regional Western Australia over a 3-year period. The DLGSC is committed to supporting the activities of key Western Australian arts and cultural organisations and delivers the Royalties for Regions funded Regional Arts and Culture Investment Program (RACIP) under an agreement with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The RACIP aims to build capacity and contribute to liveability in regional communities by supporting the creative and cultural industries in regional Western Australia.

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

Join Silke from Leafy Greens Esperance for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn to build a sustainable wicking bed using an Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC)! Perfect for the Esperance region, this workshop will introduce you to the water-conserving benefits of wicking beds, designed to promote healthy plant growth while reducing water usage.

This practical workshop is ideal for gardeners of all experience levels. You’ll learn about the materials required and go through each step of transforming an IBC into a functional wicking bed, from creating a water reservoir to layering soil and selecting the best plants for this system. Silke will also share expert tips on year-round maintenance to help keep your wicking bed flourishing through each season.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence to set up and maintain your own sustainable garden system at home. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your gardening skills and support a more eco-friendly way to grow!

Supported by the Department of Communities through the 2023-24 Community Gardens Grants Program.

$40 per person

Meet us at The Whale Tail on the Esplanade at 8:00 AM on November 7th for a relaxed morning stroll along the Esperance foreshore with Cannery Artist in Residence, Stuart McMillan. Together, we’ll walk towards the Jetty along the footpath, exploring sculptures, murals, and gathering spaces that bring color and character to our community. Stuart will share insights on the stories behind these works and how public art can transform spaces, celebrate local heritage, and spark conversation.

We’ll wrap up the walk with an optional coffee stop, perfect for those who want to continue the discussion. This free event is open to all—everyone in the community is welcome!

Free to attend

This artist residency is part of pre-project community consultation for the Esperance Sculpture Trail project and has been coordinated alongside FORM Building A State of Creativity. FORM is leading Community Consultation for the Esperance Sculpture Trail, which is supported by the Mt Burdett foundation and Lotterywest.

Join Esperance Sculpture Trail artist-in-residence Stuart McMillan drawing using naturally foraged materials and visualising environmental elements—a way to see what nature can offer in terms of inspiration, connection and creation. Making tools and using traditional drawing methods, we’ll explore how to look at nature with a deeper vision. How can a breath be a mark on a page? Or a gust of wind be a mark in the sand? We’ll explore what mark-making is and how its embedded in many cultural histories from charcoal to pigment inks. Make a quill pen, charcoal sticks & drawing implements. All materials provided-free to attend-registrations essential.

All materials are provided.
Adults and teens 16 years and older.

Free to attend-registrations essential-limited places.

This artist residency is part of pre-project community consultation for the Esperance Sculpture Trail project and has been coordinated alongside FORM Building A State of Creativity. FORM is leading Community Consultation for the Esperance Sculpture Trail, which is supported by the Mt Burdett foundation and Lotterywest.

Curious about sustainable living and regenerative gardening? Join Silke from Leafy Greens for a 90-minute Introduction to Permaculture workshop, where you'll learn the foundational principles of permaculture and how to apply them in your home and garden. This beginner-friendly workshop will guide you through designing resilient, eco-friendly systems that work in harmony with nature.

Explore key permaculture concepts such as observing natural patterns, maximizing energy efficiency, and creating self-sustaining ecosystems. You’ll also discover practical techniques like water conservation, soil building, and companion planting to increase biodiversity. Whether you’re starting a garden, transforming a landscape, or looking to live more sustainably, this workshop will equip you with the tools to apply permaculture principles in your daily life.

Supported by the Department of Communities through the 2023-24 Community Gardens Grants Program.

All ages welcome- children with adult supervision

$20 per person

SOLD OUT- Please add your name to the waitlist

Join the Esperance Sculpture Trail artist in residence Stuart McMillan exploring Mono printing using nature as inspiration. Experiment and play with different natural found materials, using ink plates and paper to create your own unique artwork. Looking at landscape and environment, understanding the vastness (horizons and ranges) to the macro worlds of pattern and connection (flora, mycelium, geology etc ) that exist around the area. How can we capture the flora, rocks, soil, sea, and water ways using tools and experimental methods?

All materials are provided.
Adults and teens 16 years and older.

Free to attend-registrations essential-limited places.

This artist residency is part of pre-project community consultation for the Esperance Sculpture Trail project and has been coordinated alongside FORM Building A State of Creativity. FORM is leading Community Consultation for the Esperance Sculpture Trail, which is supported by the Mt Burdett foundation and Lotterywest.

Ready to grow your own fresh veggies? Join Silke from Leafy Greens in this beginner-friendly workshop and learn how to start your very own vegetable patch. Whether you have a backyard or a small raised bed, this hands-on session will guide you through the essential steps to set up a productive garden, from choosing the right location and preparing the soil to selecting and planting your first crops.

Silke will teach you how to create an efficient garden layout, maximize space, and use companion planting and crop rotation to enhance plant health. You'll also learn natural ways to repel pests and ensure a thriving veggie patch. By the end of the workshop, you'll have the confidence and knowledge to start growing your own food.

Supported by the Department of Communities through the 2023-24 Community Gardens Grants Program.

All ages welcome- children with adult supervision

$20 per person

Explore the fascinating world of encaustic art in this open studio session with artist Elaine Morcombe. Participants will learn how to transfer images onto a board using encaustic wax, an ancient technique that involves layering and manipulating wax to create unique textures and effects. This hands-on workshop is a perfect opportunity for children to experiment with new artistic techniques while creating vibrant artwork.

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

All our tutors have Working With Children Checks, allowing you to drop off your child confidently or to stay and join in the fun.

PARENTS PLEASE NOTE: This workshop involves the safe handling of hot wax under the supervision of Elaine, a very experienced wax artist and tutor. Please consider this when deciding whether to book this workshop.

Age: 8+ years

Choose a session-children can only attend one session:
10am-11am
11:30am-12:30pm
1pm-2pm

FREE to attend - REGISTRATION is essential.

Join pottery experts Jess and Tara as they teach participants the fundamentals of slab and hand building in this creative workshop. You'll design and create your own unique pair of book ends, learning essential pottery techniques along the way. Once built, your pieces will be completed with underglaze colours to bring them to life. Perfect for ages 9 and up, this workshop is a fun and practical introduction to working with clay.

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

Join pottery tutors Jess and Tara in this hands-on workshop where participants will learn the basics of hand building with clay. You'll explore techniques such as joining clay, creating textures, and imprinting to craft your own beautiful fairy door. Perfect for any garden or bedroom, these magical creations will be finished with vibrant underglaze colours to ensure they stand out. Designed for ages 6 and up, this workshop is an exciting introduction to pottery, offering creativity and fun for young makers.

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: 6+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$35 Non Member

Pat McCarthy of Pmac Shapes and Fish on Fish Skins guides participants in this nature-inspired workshop where they will use bush materials to create artworks mimicking fish features. Perfect for ages 5 and up, this session encourages creativity through hands-on crafting, using natural elements to design unique leaf fish. A fun and engaging way to explore art while connecting with the environment!

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

Children will transform cushions from local op shops into unique masterpieces in this upcycling adventure with our crafty tutor Mary Darling. Participants will be free to design their works of art using paints, pompoms, feathers, ribbons, lace, buttons, shells, and even found jewellery pieces. The workshop is all about free expression—participants can choose whatever inspires them, and we’ll be there to help hot glue their creations together.

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

Join tutor Mary Darling for a creative workshop where participants will design and customise their own Geometric Boxes, perfect for storing treasures and other odds and ends. Starting with a base layer of paint on the upcycled boxes, participants will explore layering geometric patterns using paint pens. To finish, children will decorate their creations with a variety of materials—pompoms, feathers, ribbons, lace, shells, buttons, and more.

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

As part of an initiative to gather metals and materiel for future stages of this project, Artist in Residence, Loren will be running an 'E-Waste Buy-Back' gathering on Friday 27 September. Promising “Pizza for Parts”, you are invited to donate your out-of-date electronics to the artist in exchange for a fresh pizza. The artist will be mining precious metals from these electronics as part of an experimental smelting process.

Please come with electronics that are no smaller than a finger, no larger than a body: this can include power cords, phones, television screens, computers, monitors, remote controls, speakers, instrument cables, and other electronics that are safe to handle. Loren will keep these items, so please make sure you are ready to let them go for good.

This workshop is free and open to all aged 16+. Bookings are essential and are available for individuals or pairs arriving in ten-minute intervals. This is a BYO event.

This experience takes approximately 10 minutes per individual/pair, with the invitation to stay, eat, and socialise afterwards. Please arrive on-time for your scheduled time slot. Note this event takes place outdoors, so kindly dress appropriately for you. This event involves reading, listening and conversation, as well as standing, walking, and climbing stairs. If you have any access or mobility concerns, please get in touch and we can work with you to find the right way to participate.

The Cannery Arts Centre is located in Kepa Kurl on Wudjari Boodja. We acknowledge the Nyungar and Ngadju people as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways we live and work on. We extend our respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging and honour their continued and enduring ties to our country and culture - sovereignty was never ceded. We also acknowledge our local and surrounding LGBTQIA+ and disability communities and endeavour to uphold an inclusive, safe and respectable collaborative working environment for all.

Join encaustic wax artist Elaine Morcombe in this creative workshop, where participants will explore the art of painting with melted beeswax. Using vibrant coloured wax, you'll have the opportunity to create your own unique masterpieces. Designed for ages 8 and up, this workshop introduces the exciting and tactile world of encaustic painting, encouraging participants to experiment with this versatile medium.

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

Design the outfit of your dreams in miniature! Using a variety of materials from glitter and sequins to ribbons and paper, you'll craft a stunning and unique 3D outfit on an A4 figurine. Let your inspiration flow and create something magical and glamorous. If time permits, you're welcome to create more than one masterpiece. Led by Rani Fankha, a Swiss Sri Lankan artist with a rich background in dressmaking and a passion for Japanese pop culture, this workshop promises to be an inspiring blend of art and fashion.

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

Aspiring gardeners and plant enthusiasts, this workshop is for you! Join us for a hands-on Beginner's Plant Propagation and Seedling Workshop, where you'll learn how to cultivate your own garden from scratch. Silke from Leafy Greens will guide you through the essentials of plant propagation and seedling care, covering methods such as sowing seeds, taking cuttings, division, and layering.

Gain practical experience through live demonstrations and interactive activities. Participate in step-by-step processes for sowing seeds, taking cuttings, preparing your own seed-raising mix, and transplanting seedlings. Silke will share tips and tricks for successful plant propagation and help troubleshoot common problems. Plus, enjoy personalized advice during a Q&A session.

Supported by the Department of Communities through the 2023-24 Community Gardens Grants Program.

All ages welcome- children with adult supervision
Don't miss this opportunity to turn waste into wealth.

$20 per person

With guidance from Kathleen Nettlefold from Luna Designs you will create your own sterling silver charm bangle, selecting from a variety of beads and stones. You'll be provided with a piece of silver to cut into a shape of your choice and personalize with metal stamps. Learn the basics of working with silver, including sawing, cutting, texturing, and wire wrapping. Pre-made sterling silver bangles will be supplied, and no prior experience is necessary.

All materials provided.

Suitable for beginners. Adults only.

$160 per person - participants are required to be members of the Cannery Arts Centre *please sign up to become a Cannery Arts Centre member

Discover how to transform kitchen scraps and garden waste into nutrient-rich compost with Silke from Leafy Greens. Perfect for eco-conscious individuals and gardening newbies, this workshop covers the essentials of composting, including understanding what composting is and why it’s beneficial, choosing the right method (bins, piles, vermicomposting), and building and maintaining your compost pile.

Learn how to balance greens and browns, ensure optimal conditions for decomposition, and determine when your compost is ready to use. Gain practical experience through live demonstrations and hands-on activities like building and turning a compost pile. Get your questions answered during an engaging Q&A session.

Supported by the Department of Communities through the 2023-24 Community Gardens Grants Program.

All ages welcome- children with adult supervision
Don't miss this opportunity to turn waste into wealth.

$20 per person

Join Paige Valentine as she discusses vocal technique and what it takes to become an exceptional live performer. Class is free and limited to attendance of 10 participants, suitable for age 13+. Please register your interest via https://www.trybooking.com/CUFJI

Workshop is brought to you by the Rotary Club of Esperance.
And supported by the Cannery Arts Centre, Kyza Presents, Shire of Esperance and Regional Arts WA.

Learn the art of wet felting and make your own hat with textile artist, Jo Barr from Jamb Hats, NSW. In this full-day workshop, you will work with Australian fine merino wool to create your own felt. To practice the technique, you will manipulate your hand-made felt into a flower to make a simple brooch. Once you’ve honed your skills, you will shape your felt into a hat of your chosen style. You will have the option of cloche, concertina or small-brimmed hat. At the end of the day, you will have a one-of-a-kind hat to top off any outfits.

Wool colour chart: choose when booking, list in order at least two with your preferred listed first. Jo will bring extra so you can change your mind on the day.

All materials included.
BYO lunch
Adults only

$185 per person