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

Using gouache we'll get up close and personal with found objects from the bush to create small still life studies with our Artist in Residence Yabini Kickett, an artist with ties to the Ballardong, Nyaki-Nyaki, Wadjuk people of the Bibulmun Nation. Her work focuses on portraiture, endemic plant and fungal species, and stories from her kin. Yabini has been assisting young people with development of artworks for the Cannery’s NAIDOC theme ‘For the Elders’ exhibition and we have asked her to share her skills. Yabini has worked with gouache for many years finding it more forgiving than watercolour and beginner friendly. Learn about layering, texture and colour all through gouache, creating A5 paintings. Bring in any natural found objects or choose from items Yabini has sourced locally (all items will be returned from where collected after the workshop).

This workshop is suitable for adults and teens 15 years and older.

Tea, coffee and morning tea provided.

$50 Cannery members *to become a member click 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 an abstract face with flowers onto canvas.

All materials are supplied.

Cheese platters, tea, coffee and wine included.

This workshop is suitable for adults.

$70 Cannery members *to become a member click here

Arty Anchovies workshops are for kids aged 5-10 yrs who love art and craft!!

Guided by our fun crafty tutor Mary Darling in this session the kids will create a personalised peg board using all of Mary's craft goodies - paint pens, stickers, papers, buttons, sequins, feathers and more. All materials are included. Mary likes to reuse materials and sources the majority of her materials from op shops.

$20 Members *sign up for Cannery Arts Centre membership here

In this full day workshop Rachel Bond, artist and winner of the 2022 Esperance Art Awards, will provide you with a thorough overview on watercolour techniques, and a kit of student grade materials, everything you need to continue painting at home.

This course would suit beginners but is also suitable for anyone who wants a bit of a refresher "crash course." gor adults and teens 16 years and older.

The workshop will cover understanding equipment (brushes, canvas & paints etc.), canvas preparation and final press, colour theory, colour mixing & values, watercolour techniques, masking fluid application & removal.

9am -12pm: Colour theory, colour mixing, watercolour techniques & drills & morning tea as we paint.

12pm - 12:30: Break for lunch - BYO lunch

12:30pm - 3:30pm: Loose watercolour painting (full A3 finished piece) using learnt techniques. Painting will have similar aesthetics to Rachel's Salt Lakes series.

$120 Cannery members *to become a member click here

Join Goldfields artist Em Anders for some painting fun! Paint a beautiful botanical bouquet on canvas guided by Em while sipping a mimosa and grazing. Bring a friend or two along and have fun relaxing and creating an artwork.

All materials are supplied.

Grazing board, tea, coffee and wine included.

This workshop is suitable for adults.

$70 Cannery members *to become a member click here

Arty Anchovies workshops are for kids aged 5-10 yrs who love art and craft!!

Guided by our fun crafty tutor Mary Darling in this session the kids will create a beaded mobile or wall hanging using all of Mary's craft goodies - paint pens, stickers, papers, buttons, sequins, feathers and more. All materials are included. Mary likes to reuse materials and sources the majority of her materials from op shops.

$20 Members *sign up for Cannery Arts Centre membership here

Create and explore the art of printmaking, making pop art that reflects your unique personality. Working with an artist in residence Rosalie Boland, experimented with different mark-making in foam and colour mixing to create a variety of prints.

All materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for painting, and we suggest providing them with a labelled water bottle.

Please note: 8+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$30 Non-member

If you are not a Cannery Member, please do so here before booking.

Be inspired by our natural wildflowers, drawing the fairy creatures that inhabit them—turning flowers into fairy skirts or buds into hats. This workshop is about little girls who dream of garden fairies and are inspired by beautiful flowers. Katie White, botanist and scientist turned artist and educator, gets great excitement and joy out of the many wonders of the natural world, and is passionate about sharing and connecting. Participants will take home 2-4 artworks and a letter to the fairies.

All materials are provided. Participants should wear clothes suitable for painting, and we suggest providing them with a labelled water bottle.

Please note: 8+ years

$20 Cannery Member
$30 Non-member

If you are not a Cannery Member, please do so here prior to booking.

Arty Anchovies workshops are for kids aged 5-10 yrs who love art and craft!!

Arty Anchovies workshops are for kids aged 5-10 yrs who love art and craft!! Guided by our fun crafty tutor Mary Darling in this session the kids will create Easter Cards using all of Mary's craft goodies - paint pens, stickers, papers, buttons, sequins, feathers and more. All materials are included. Mary likes to reuse materials and sources the majority of her materials from op shops.

$20 Members

$40 Non-members *price includes 12 month membership for child to the Cannery