A workshop on the different felting techniques, explaining the technique where water and soap are used, how to use felting needles. There are also different applications for these techniques. For example, felting needles allow for precision work combining wool with other types of fabric, while water and soap can be used to create flat or three-dimensional objects.

Micro Safari - Learning to to see and appreciate the tiny things

We will start with a 20-30 min walk to look for "micro environments" around town, including recording with photos and taking samples. We will then take our samples back to the workshop area for a closer look using magnification and microscopy. We can then use a variety of media to creatively interpret the micro textures, shapes, and relationships all around us, just out of sight.

Whether you are already an engaged volunteer or just interested in getting involved, this regular catch up is for you! Meet other enthusiastic volunteers in a social situation, find out how you can be involved, find out wants going on at BHAE and offer your ideas. Tea and cake supplied. Upstairs in the lounge 10am - 11am on the first Wednesday of the month.

All welcome

Julia Twomey

Sunday 24th 1-3pm

Reading too deep? Never! With emerging Brisbane writer and mixed-media artist, Julia Twomey, participants will explore stories through literature and visual art. Participants will draw inspiration from Australian short stories and translate themes to art works that combine collage, painting, and drawing. This playful workshop combines Book Club with Art Club and is suitable for participants of all stages.  

Thursday 21st August 6-8pm Julia Bates will be sharing strategies to inject original and honest imagery into songwriting with a focus on lyrics.

Artist in Residence Mahalia Leckner Sunday 17th August

This hands-on workshop explores the decorative potential of slip and sgraffito techniques on unfired clay. Working with prepared clay slabs, participants will begin by applying coloured slips to the surface, creating a rich base for further mark-making. Using reference images for inspiration, we’ll then draw directly onto the clay, carving into the surface to reveal layers beneath. This process—known as sgraffito—allows for expressive, detailed designs that reflect personal or local stories. Participants will be encouraged to observe and capture the textures, shapes, and character of Broken Hill’s unique landscape, architecture, and people. Whether you're drawn to abstract patterns or representational imagery, this workshop offers space to experiment and develop your own visual language in clay. No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to explore new techniques and engage with the environment through a creative lens. All materials will be provided, and finished works can be taken home once fired

Whether you are already an engaged volunteer or just interested in getting involved, this regular catch up is for you! Meet other enthusiastic volunteers in a social situation, find out how you can be involved, find out wants going on at BHAE and offer your ideas. Tea and cake supplied. Upstairs in the lounge 10am - 11am on the first Wednesday of the month.

All welcome

Melbourne based artist and art teacher Anne Hastie will lead a card making workshop on Thursday 26th June 10am -12noon and July 3rd in the upstairs dining room @the Grand.Come to one or both sessions

Using vibrant coloured inks, participants will paint onto on adhesive paper that when dry will be cut into smaller images then stuck to high quality cards.  Finished cards will also have appropriate sized envelopes.  This is an exciting and easy way to make beautiful gift cards.

Inks are non-toxic. Apron/smock required. Suitable for beginners to experienced participants.  Success guaranteed!

Whether you are already an engaged volunteer or just interested in getting involved, this regular catch up is for you! Meet other enthusiastic volunteers in a social situation, find out how you can be involved, find out wants going on at BHAE and offer your ideas. Tea and cake supplied. Upstairs in the lounge 10am - 11am on the first Wednesday of the month.

All welcome

Melbourne based artist and art teacher Anne Hastie will lead a card making workshop on Thursday 26th June 10am -12noon and July 3rd in the upstairs dining room @the Grand.Come to one or both sessions

Using vibrant coloured inks, participants will paint onto on adhesive paper that when dry will be cut into smaller images then stuck to high quality cards.  Finished cards will also have appropriate sized envelopes.  This is an exciting and easy way to make beautiful gift cards.

Inks are non-toxic. Apron/smock required. Suitable for beginners to experienced participants.  Success guaranteed!

OPEN MIC POETRY NIGHT

With Special Guest Artist and Poet Elyas Alavi

Aspiring poets bring a poem to recite, or poems will be provided by Rumi, Hafez, and more.

May 10th, 6:30 - 8:30 pm Kitchen Gallery BHAE

As part of Outback Sufi Conference

Visiting artist Rene MG hosts a ‘PIP’: Participatory Interactive Performance, a show and tell of her experiences in Broken Hill – bring your stories. Join a Yarn.

BHAE | 6 PM | FREE Thursday,  May 8th  Upstairs in Lounge @the Grand