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Explore the vibrant event scene and make the most of your time in Booragul. From art to networking and more, we have the biggest event range and best discovery experience, there's something for everyone.
Learn tips and tricks for growing native plants from seed with the nursery team from Lake Mac Landcare.
Artists and creatives interested in participating in Meet the Makers are encouraged to come along to this information session.
Come join us at the Over 55s Coffee and Craft group to share creative ideas with friends
Join us at MAC yapang these school holidays to create sculptures inspired by underwater life in clay! Create your own underwater-inspired sculpture in this workshop led by artist Tahlia Riley. This workshop will begin with a guided tour of the exhibition, followed by brainstorming and sketching ideas, before bringing them to life through simple clay techniques. Each child will create a unique clay sculpture to take home - no kiln required! Once dry, pieces can be painted and decorated at home for any additional finishing touches.
Hear from Lake Macquarie’s curators as they share practical tips, guidance and insights for emerging and returning artists. Join the Lake Mac Arts curatorial team for a relaxed afternoon designed to inspire and support both creatives at any stage of their practice. Learn directly from the people shaping Lake Macquarie’s arts programs through short talks and informal conversation. Understand how arts projects and exhibitions are developed, learn tips for getting involved in local arts opportunities, and connect with fellow creatives, arts workers, and cultural leaders. Enjoy light refreshments, a drink on arrival, and a shared grazing platter while networking in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Whether you’re just starting out, returning to your practice, or curious about the local arts scene, this event offers practical guidance, inspiration, and connections to support your creative journey.
Discover the joy of capturing nature’s delicate details in this relaxed botanical illustration workshop. Explore simple pen-and-ink techniques and learn to add soft, luminous colour with watercolour washes. Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting a mindful, creative afternoon. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of botanical illustration—starting with light sketching and ink line work, then applying gentle watercolour washes to bring your plants to life. No experience needed; just a love of nature and creativity. Guided by artist and experienced educator Jade Perry Hull, each participant will finish the workshop with a series of postcard-sized ink and wash illustrations.
Discover Confidence in Art Making with Jade Perry Hull. Confident art making shouldn’t be reserved for experienced creatives. Jade’s weekly sessions invite participants to rethink what ‘successful’ art making can look like. Together you'll explore and respond to works of art at MAC yapang, learn key art elements and design principles, and then playfully break - and reinvent - the rules through experimentation and individual expression. Whether you’re an established art maker seeking fresh inspiration or a complete beginner, these classes are designed to welcome everyone. Above all, our goal is to offer an easy-going, supportive space where participants can build connections while growing confidence in their art making and beyond. Across five weeks, you’ll use drawing, painting, and printmaking techniques to create a series of 2D artworks. Experiment with materials such as pastels, inks, paints, paper collage, and more as you develop your own creative voice.
Art Development and Expansion with Jade Perry Hull. Calling all junior creatives and budding artists! Join us at MAC for our new series of after-school art classes designed especially for kids. Jade, pastels, paints, inks, and collage By the end of the program, each student will have created their own original artworks using a mix of expressive techniques and processes.
A hands-on introduction to the essentials of watercolour painting across five consecutive Fridays. Whether you're completely new to watercolours or ready to strengthen your fundamentals, this five-week workshop series will guide you through the core building blocks of the medium. Each Friday focuses on a key element of successful watercolour practice, giving you practical knowledge, time to experiment, and confidence to explore your own creative voice. This course is led by artist and educator Tallulah Cunningham.
Climb aboard The Lady Mac for a writing workshop on beautiful Lake Macquarie. Eco-writing is a contemporary approach to writing about the environment that blends creativity with ecological awareness. This session will combine a delicious morning tea with a relaxing cruise and immersive and nature-focused writing exercises that explore ideas about the relationships between place, space, culture, and identity against the overarching question of how we can better bear witness to a changing world. You’ll enjoy plenty of warm camaraderie and leave with lots of fresh writing inspired by the beautiful waters of Lake Macquarie.
Learn how to design and make your own gorgeous flower crown using fresh seasonal blooms and foliage. Join us for a relaxed floral workshop where you’ll learn how to turn fresh seasonal blooms and foliage into a gorgeous handmade flower crown. Enjoy the process as you’re guided through each step of the design by floral artist Cheryl Johnson. Whether you come solo, with friends, or bring someone special in your life (must be 12+), this workshop is a lovely opportunity to connect, unwind, and share a creative moment side-by-side. No experience is needed — just bring your curiosity and leave with a gorgeous handmade crown. Looking for a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift? A ticket for two makes a beautiful shared experience you’ll both remember.
MAC Presents a creative collage workshop with Gemma Kirschner, where kids create their own playful animal artworks. Come and get creative with paper in this hands-on collage workshop led by local illustrator Gemma Kirschner. Inspired by Gemma’s playful animal drawings, participants will design and create their own unique animal artwork. Experiment with colour, make fabric-inspired patterns, cut shapes from paper and collage them together to build a character full of personality. Perfect for curious minds and budding artists, this workshop offers a fun introduction to illustration and collage.