Inner beauty of people and Nature at it's best

Showing until Sunday 14 April at Bunjil Place Library Art Space 

Husband and wife team, Regis and Bernadette, present their latest collection of works. Regis creates work which is inspired by his love of travel and connection to nature. Bernadette enjoys painting people she has met and also nature in which she can express a feeling of dreaming. Both are great advocates for environment protection and peace in the world which are depicted in their works.

Image: Bernadette Coquet, Cradle Mountain, oil 

For Bren: The ocean & nature art series

Showing until Saturday 13 April at Cranbourne Library Art Space

These paintings by Sophia Varga, are inspired by a dear friend named Brendan, a beautifully natured soul that believed in my art. The paintings portray a healing sunset, turning over a new leaf and a wave of hope. Each piece was painted in a time of healing one’s soul, just one piece at a time.

Image: Sophia Varga, Lady Sunset, latex paint

Requiem

Showing until at Sunday 14 April at Hayshed Studio, Old Cheese Factory

Jessica Palsers work examines feminine mood and expression through form, texture and colour. She tends to blend the feminine form with landscapes and waterscapes and enjoys taking the female form to the point of almost total abstraction. The female shape is so expressive of our mood and experience, and capturing female essence through pose, body language and movement is such a great artistic challenge.

Image: Jessica Palser, Desdemona, acrylic and oil pastel

Casey Live and Local Music Forum

Monday 15 April, 5.30pm - 9.00 pm in the Studio, Bunjil Place

HAVE YOUR SAY on the future of live music in the City of Casey.

Whether you’re a musician, business or venue owner, event manager or all-round live music enthusiast, this forum is a valuable opportunity to network with council and community and discuss what a thriving live music scene looks like for Casey. Be part of the conversation and network with your live music community. Registrations here

Artist: Zachary Leo @zacharyleomusic Credit: Brook Mckeon

Emergent 2023: Graduate Showcase Exhibition 

Showing from Saturday 16 March - Sunday 7 April in the Studio, Bunjil Place

Immerse yourself in the future of art and design from our local region, and witness the next wave of artists, designers, makers and photographers. READ MORE

Kungka Kuṉpu (Strong Women)

Showing from Saturday 30 March until Sunday 21 July at Bunjil Place Gallery, 10.00 am 4.00 pm Tuesday to Sunday.

Drawn from the Art Gallery of South Australia’s (AGSA) collection, Kungka Kuṉpu (Strong Women) showcases major contemporary works by celebrated women artists from the Aṉangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands (APY) – cultural custodians of an oral tradition that epitomises the art of storytelling. READ MORE

Art Bites: On being a young creative in the suburbs 

Wednesday 3 April, 7.00pm - 8.30pm in the Studio, Bunjil Place

Surrounded by the art and design of local emerging makers, hear from young creatives as they discuss their current experiences creating art in the suburbs, the barriers they face, possible solutions and their hopes for the future. This talk is essential for anyone who works with young people in an art and design context. READ MORE

Emergent 2023: Graduate showcase short film screenings

Friday 5 April, 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm in the Plaza, Bunjil Place 

For one night only, and for the first time in its history, Bunjil Place will present highlights from 2023’s graduating VCE Media film students from the local region at an outdoor screening event. READ MORE

Night MODE: Tales of being edition

Thursday 18 April, 6.00pm - 9.00pm at Bunjil Place

Uncover spaces for creative exploration to unleash your artistic potential. Connect with narratives woven into each creation, lose yourself in the art, and relish offerings of delicious bites and tasty drinks available from our curated menu. It’s an evening dedicated to unwinding, creativity, and connecting with the stories that shape us. READ MORE

Salsa Society

Where passion meets precision on the dance floor. Casey's own Latin dance school located in Hallam. From beginners taking their first salsa steps to skillful dancers mastering Salsa, our diverse community has built a strong supportive and inclusive environment for all types of learning. Sunday and Monday classes available! More information here

The Hampton Park Community Art Exhibition

Saturday 16 March, 10.00 am - 4.00 pm at the Uniting Church, 1 Coral Drive, Hampton Park

Artworks galore from our talented local artists, personalised caricature drawing, Children’s rock painting and treasure hunt, Garden art, BBQ lunch, Devonshire tea. Great family day out.

Berwick Artist Society

Join us for weekly painting on Thursdays, 10.00 am - 2.00 pm at Old Cheese Factory Function Room, Homestead Road, Berwick. The group also offers monthly Portrait Group and Professional Demonstration days. More information here