YARRA VALLEY ARTS | SEPTEMBER 25 NEWSLETTER
YARRA VALLEY ARTS | SEPTEMBER 25 NEWSLETTER
Open Studios – Less Than a Month Away!
We’ve found a home for our Open Studios exhibition and are busy curating it! Stay tuned to our social media for behind-the-scenes & updates.
What's Happening?
RSVP for the Launch of Open Studios! Happening on Thursday, 9 October at 5:30 – 6:30 PM.
Grab a Yarra Magazine to read the Open Studios: Behind the Studio Doors article.
Listen to the Council Connection Radio Show on YarraFM, 1 October, 2:25 – 2:35 pm, to hear from one of our artists!
Brochures are now available around the Valley. Visit your local town to grab one!
Volunteer to be a Gallery Guide for the OS25 Exhibition here!
Plan Your Visit:
Open Studios is just under a month away – the perfect time to plan your trip. Check out our interactive map to see all participating studios and exhibitions.
Spring Sessions - In Action Now!
Our 8-week Spring Program at The Memo & Healesville Living and Learning Centre runs on Wednesday evenings from September to November. Designed to inspire creativity, foster connections, and support professional growth, there’s something for everyone.
Life Drawing: Untutored
24 Sept | 22 Oct | 26 Nov, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Relaxed sessions with professional life models. Materials provided, limited to 20 participants.
YVA Members Dinner
16 Oct | 20 Nov, 6:30 PM
Casual evening to connect with fellow artists across the Yarra Valley. RSVP by 14 October for the second dinner at Rowanos, Seville.
Observational Drawing: Awakening the Eye
1 Oct & 5 Nov, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Mindful drawing practice to sharpen observation and nurture creativity. Materials provided.
Make + Mingle
15 Oct | 19 Nov, 1:00 – 3:00 PM | Gold coin donation (Member Plus only event)
Relaxed, social, creative sessions. Bring your project, share ideas, and connect.
Marketing & Bio Writing
8 Oct, 6:30 – 8:30 PM, Nan Francis Room
Craft your artist bio, refine your digital presence, and build a strong creative identity.
The Crit Room
12 Nov, 6:30 – 8:30 PM, Upstairs Meeting Room at The Memo
Structured forum for thoughtful feedback and professional development.
Art + Wine: Art in Cellar Doors
Jess Jarvie at Yarrawood Estate
Delicate watercolours and graphite drawings capture the fleeting beauty of the natural world, quiet, contemplative moments made visible. Explore Jess Jarvie’s work at Yarrawood Estate, open daily from 10 AM – 5 PM.
LAUNCH: You are invited to the Launch on Thursday, 2 October, 5–6 PM at Yarrawood Estate. Enjoy delicious nibbles, wine and an evening of art. RSVP HERE!
Vibrant watercolours, full of colour and quiet joy, light up Tokar Estate. Best savoured with a glass (or two) of Tokar’s finest.
Hours: Mon–Fri 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM | Weekend 10 AM – 5 PM
Joan Segrave at Steels Gate Wines
Evocative landscapes, brought to life with brush and palette knife, invite you on a slow, soulful walk through the bush.
Hours: Mon & Thu 11 AM – 4 PM | Fri–Sun 11 AM – 5 PM
Beth Williams at De Bortoli Wines
Bold, textured oils that pulse with colour and energy. Beth’s landscapes fill the room like a fine vintage.
Hours: Daily 10 AM – 5 PM
Get Involved: Opportunities
Want to exhibit your work at an Out & About location?
We are taking more applications for 2025. Please email: info@yarravalleyarts.org.au for more information.
Exhibitions and Creative Pathways Program EOI 2026
Emerging & mid-career artists: Apply for the Exhibition & Creative Pathways Program (ECPP).
Showcase your work in Healesville or Warburton, gain mentorship, marketing support, and run workshops or talks – all with no fees or commission.
EOI Closes: 5 Oct
Marysville Art Show 2025 – Submissions Open
Showcase your work at Mira Marysville Gallery! The Marysville Art Show offers artists exposure, community connection, and a professional platform. Spaces are limited – submit today!
Submit up to two works (paintings, drawings, textiles) via the Entry Art Form.
Deadline: 10 Oct 2025
News from Healesville Living & Learning Centre
The Board at HLLC welcomes Nich Rogers as their new Executive Officer.
Celebrating 45 years of supporting our community, we want your input on programs, services, and local needs.
Share your ideas via Survey
or attend the Community Chat at Healesville Library, Thurs 25 September, 6 - 7 pm to book email Nich.
What Are Our Artists Up To
Paul Sonsie Mural – Marram
A Bold New Public Artwork in Healesville!
Healesville is getting a splash of colour and creativity thanks to local artist Paul Sonsie. His striking new mural on the exterior of Coles brings energy, movement, and a playful sense of fun to the heart of town.
Next time you’re in Healesville, take a moment to explore the mural up close — it’s a bold, vibrant celebration of art in our everyday lives!
Forms of Expression – Jane Fitzherbert
2–30 October 2025 | Daily 10 AM – 4 PM | Free Entry
Explore the evocative paintings and ceramics of Jane Fitzherbert at The Waterwheel Gallery, Warburton. Her work invites viewers into a contemplative, visually rich experience.
Proceeds support emerging artists through the Jane Fitzherbert Memorial Residency in partnership with Baldessin Studio.
These Are a Few of My Favourite Things – Exhibition
The Pink Gallery | Open Friday – Sunday | Spring Exhibition
Discover the work of YVA artists in this charming Spring exhibition. From vibrant artworks to delicate creations, there’s something to inspire everyone.
Enjoy a perfect day out in Healesville while supporting our talented artists and local community!
Elizabeth Haigh at Sydney Contemporary 2025
Elizabeth brings her distinctive printmaking practice to Sydney
Contemporary Works on Paper, 11-14 September, Carriageworks, Sydney. She is delighted to once again have the opportunity to show some of her new work with Baldessin Studio.
Find her at Booth 18 – Paper section!