Get inspired by Jila Kujarra: Two Snakes Dreaming with a hand punch-needling workshop with artist Mariaan Pugh.

Mariaan is a textile artist based in Boorloo (Perth), Western Australia. Drawn to vivid colour, playful motifs, and seducing tactile surfaces, Mariaan’s work subverts traditional textile techniques such as rug making, embroidery, and weaving.

In this workshop you’ll learn the basics of punch needling, otherwise known as tufting. Mariaan will demonstrate some of the different ways tufting can be used to create vibrant, colourful pieces.

All materials are supplied, just bring your imagination.

Read more about Maarian’s practice in this interview or check out her website here.
Date: Sunday 11 May
Time: 9am to 11.30am (2.5hrs)
Cost: $10 per person 
Age: 16+
Capacity: 15

Photo credit: Amelia Blanco

The Jila Kujarra: Two Snakes Dreaming collaborative project and exhibition was commissioned by Fremantle Arts Centre and presented in partnership between Fremantle Arts Centre and Martumili Arts.

This project is made possible through the Regional Exhibition Touring Boost with funding managed by the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries and from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and delivered by ART ON THE MOVE.