Join a fun group of like-minded young crafters in MJAC’s Tuesday Afterschool Craft Club and get creative with our expert crafter Esther Hort.
20 Oct to 8 Dec (8 Weeks) | 4 - 6pm | Suitable for ages 8 - 12yrs
$20 | $18 per class individually booked | All materials provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Join renowned figurative artist Ryan Ahern in this three-week Expressive Life Drawing series in which he will share his speciality techniques capturing the form of a life model in charcoal.
Wed 28 Oct, 4 and 11 Nov 2026 | 6 - 9pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
$220 | $198 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Each Thursday the MJAC Drawing studio welcomes artists and beginners to hone their life drawing skills. These self-directed sessions feature a professional model and follow a traditional life drawing structure of timed poses in a supportive environment. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these flexible sessions provide the perfect opportunity to unlock your potential and deepen your understanding of the human figure. Buy more and save with our 8-Week Class Pass. Save 10% when you purchase a block of 8 classes.
Thurs | 10am - 1pm | Suitable for 18 yrs+
8 Class Pass: $158.40 | $142.60 MAC Inc. Members
Places are limited to 12 people, bookings essential.
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Each Thursday the MJAC Drawing studio welcomes artists and beginners to hone their life drawing skills. These self-directed sessions feature a professional model and follow a traditional life drawing structure of timed poses in a supportive environment. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these flexible sessions provide the perfect opportunity to unlock your potential and deepen your understanding of the human figure.
Thurs | 10am - 1pm | Suitable for 18 yrs+
$22 | $20 MAC Inc. Members | Bring preferred materials
Places are limited to 12 people, bookings essential.
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
On Thursday evenings MJAC invites both experienced and beginner artists to join a group of painting enthusiasts. Work on self‑directed projects with guidance from arts educator and oil painter Janine Lee, in a friendly, supportive group setting.
Weekly Thursdays from 23 Jul | 6:30-9pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
$20 | $18 MAC Inc. Members | Spots Limited -Bookings Essential
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
On Thursday evenings MJAC invites both experienced and beginner artists to join a group of painting enthusiasts. Work on self‑directed projects with guidance from arts educator and oil painter Janine Lee, in a friendly, supportive group setting. Buy more and save with our 8-Week Class Pass. Save 10% when you purchase a block of 8 classes.
Weekly Thursdays from 23 Jul | 6:30-9pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
8 Class Pass: $144 | $129.60 MAC Inc. Members
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Ancient cultural tradition meets contemporary sustainable design.
This Eco Fashion Week Australia 2026 (EFWA26) project is a United Nations backed project driving education, awareness & support for Indonesian artisan communities preserving 300-year-old Buya Subi weaving tradition by reinstating the relevance of this craft in a contemporary context. Incredible handmade garments - both work of art and cultural artefact - that can be worn and cherished for generations to come.
Buya Subi Project Exhibition Opening Times
Fri 30 Oct | 5 - 9pm
Sat 31 Oct | 11am - 9pm
Sun 1 Nov | 11am - 9pm
More Info About the Buya Subi Project >
Image by Alexis Rose Photography
ECO FASHION | HANDMADE FOR THE EARTH
Join Eco Fashion Week Australia 2026 (EFWA26) for a luxury high fashion experience that doesn't cost the earth. Bringing together centuries of ancient craft traditions, 30 WA, national & international designers & a weekend of high impact runway shows, pop-up shops, exhibitions & seminar. In celebration of and dedication to this incredible planet that gives us life and the artisans who honour this by creating with the earth in mind.
More info on designers, partners & sponsors, event schedule & location: Eco Fashion Week Australia >
Fri 30 Oct, Sat 31 Oct and Sun 1 Nov | 6 - 9pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
Tickets: $40 | Gallery and Bar open from 5pm
Every ticket sold helps support a small business advocating for positive social change & environmental stewardship for current & future generations.
Image by Zuhal Kuvan-Mills
ECO FASHION | THREADS OF CHANGE SEMINAR
Be a part of something that is changing the way that we think about sustainability in fashion.
WHY HANDMADE IS THE FUTURE
A vital educational program featuring designers, textile researchers and cultural custodians discussing:
*Why handmade textiles are the most sustainable textile
*Preserving endangered weaving traditions
*Natural dyes, fibres & slow processes
*Ethical trade & protecting artisan intellectual property
*Green economy, UN & SDG targets
SPEAKERS
* Professor Ayu Wahyuningsih - Tadulako University, Indonesia
* Carol Hanlon - CEO & Founder TCF WA/ AUS/ Global
* Dr Anne Farren - Former Head of Fashion Design, Curtin University
* Drah, Diah Agustiningsih, M.Pd Head of Tourism Office, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia
* Dr Zuhal Kuvan-Mills - CEO & Founder, Eco Fashion Week Australia
* Amee Dennis, Farmer & Fibre Artist - Quentin Park Designs, SA
More info on designers, partners & sponsors, event schedule & location >
Sat 31 | 11am - 1pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
Free Event | Booking essential
Photo by Alexis Rose Photography
Make Tuesday your day to get creative and expand your printmaking practice. The MJAC Printmaking studio hosts a welcoming, social space for both experienced and beginner printmakers each Tuesday where you can work on self‑directed projects with guidance from a professional printmaker in a friendly, supportive group setting.
Weekly Tuesdays from 21 Jul | 10am - 1pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
$30 | $27 MAC Inc. Members | Booking Essential, Spots limited to 8 people per session
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
The MJAC Printmaking studio hosts a welcoming, social space for both experienced and beginner printmakers each Tuesday where you can work on self‑directed projects with guidance from a professional printmaker in a friendly, supportive group setting. Buy more and save with our 8-Week Class Pass. Save 10% when you purchase a block of 8 classes.
Weekly Tuesdays from 21 Jul | 10am - 1pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
8 Class Pass: $216 | $194.40 MAC Inc. Members
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Young performers are invited to discover physical theatre through energetic ensemble games, movement and improvisation. You will build confidence, spatial awareness, and expressive performance skills while learning to create bold, imaginative work together.
Sat 7 Nov 2026 | 10am - 1pm | Suitable for ages 12-17yrs
$40 | $36 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Explore the joy of abstract landscapes with award winning painter, Ric Burkitt. In this 3-hour workshop painters of all skill levels are invited to explore beyond the boundaries of traditional landscapes, loosen their painting style and connect with the dynamic scenery of the Perth Hills via the canvas.
Sun 15 Nov 2026 | 9 am – 12 pm | Suitable for ages 18+
$150 | $135 MAC Inc. Members | All materials provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Join exhibiting artist Annette Wiguna for an introductory lesson into alternative photography processes. Capture a snippet of your home or garden into small encaustic painting using photo transfer techniques and wax medium.
Sat 21 Nov 2026 | 10 am – 1 pm | Suitable for ages 18yrs+
$165 | $148.50 MAC Inc. and Mundaring Camera Club Members | Booking Essential
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Explore the exciting world of Abstraction with award winning painter, Ric Burkitt. In this four-hour workshop you will discover how to loosen up and explore the fundamentals of abstract painting.
Sun 22 Nov 2026 | 9 am – 1 pm | Suitable for ages 18+
$175 | $157.50 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Textiles hold stories, memories, even the essence of time and place. In Woven Memories, transform your treasured fabrics and keepsakes into a unique handwoven piece that celebrates moments worth remembering forever.
Fri 4 Dec | 10am - 1pm | Suitable for 13yrs+
Persons under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
$95 | $85.50 MAC Inc. Members | Some materials provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Step into the elegant world of traditional craftsmanship in Introduction to Japanese Bookbinding with artist and educator Geraldine Holly. Unplug, slow down, and create five unique handmade books in this meditative workshop designed just for you.
Sat 17 Oct 2026 | 1-4pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
$90 | $81 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Create bold mirrored screen prints on textiles. In this beginner friendly workshop, experienced printmaker Odile Bell will teach you the art of stencil screen printing while experimenting with symmetry and contrast. At the end you will take home your own unique piece of wearable art.
Thu 8 Oct | 10am - 1pm | Suitable for ages 12-17 yrs
$60 | $54 MAC Inc. Members
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Join FORM for an information session about the upcoming Swan Valley Sculpture Trail. Learn about the project's origins and themes, and share your thoughts on opportunities for local Swan Valley artists.
Wed 7 Oct | 6pm - 7:30pm
This is a free event
LOCATION: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Boo-tiful creations await. Join contemporary jeweller Barbara Cotter for a fun-filled polymer clay workshop where young makers craft spooky ghouls, friendly ghosts and Halloween-inspired characters to treasure.
Wed 7 Oct | 10am - 12pm | Suitable for ages 6-12yrs*
$30 | $27 MAC Inc. Members
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
* Please note, children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Get ready to become a master bookmaker and author all in one. In this holiday workshop, you will learn the exciting and addictive art of creating a hardcover accordion book from scratch with artist and educator Geraldine Holly.
Tue 6 Oct 2026 | 10am - 12pm | Suitable for ages 8-14yrs
$30 | $27 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Let creativity bloom. Join exhibiting artist Margery Goodall to transform recycled plastic bottles into vibrant everlasting flowers in this free, hands-on drop-in workshop.
Visitors will learn how to create a flower using recycled materials, which will then be added to an everlasting garden and displayed alongside her exhibition What Price Comfort?
Sat 3 Oct 2026 | 12.15 – 2.15 pm | Suitable for all ages*
Free drop-in activity
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
*Please note people under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Join exhibiting artist Annette Wiguna for an introductory lesson into alternative photography processes. Capture a snippet of your home or garden into small encaustic painting using photo transfer techniques and wax medium.
Sat 3 Oct 2026 | 10 am – 1 pm | Suitable for ages 18+
$165 | $148.50 MAC Inc. and Mundaring Camera Club Members | Booking Essential
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre, Print Studio
Join Artists in Residence as they share a showing from their creative development for In Search of Nureyev.
Based on the life of dancer and choreographer Rudolf Nureyev, one of the most renowned artists and influential people of his time, and set 60 years after Nureyev left the USSR, this production juxtaposes two different époques, incorporating archival footage of Nureyev with dramatic sequences, monologues, classical ballet, and contemporary dance.
Following the performance, audience members will be invited to stay for a panel Q&A, and a meet and greet with the artists.
Thu 1 Oct 2026 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Suitable for all ages
6:15 Galleries and Bar open
6:30pm Doors open
7pm Performance (50 minutes, no interval, no late entry)
Followed by Q&A, and artist meet and greet
Free | Registration Essential
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
In this full day introductory glass fusing workshop, you will make a coaster test tile, 2 jewellery pendants or key chain and a functional art piece.
Learn the basic concepts of fusing glass, working with glass powders, frit and stringers with your test tile. Next you with create your pendant or key chain and then spend the rest of the afternoon devoted to designing and creating your own unique fused and slumped glass dish.
After completing this workshop, you will be eligible for “Open Studio” to work on your own projects
Sun 27 Sep 2026 | 9am - 4:30pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
$320 | $288 MAC Inc. Members*
Location: Beach Gecko Glass | Unit 3/10 Franklin Lane, Joondalup.
* Contact MJAC to get the MAC Inc. Member Discount Code.
Maker & Smith are delighted to present the 2026 edition of the Makers’ Film Festival (MFF26), an international short film festival with a focus on craft – makers, making and materials. Twelve films, eleven countries, one obsession: making with our hands.
Sun 20 Sep | 3:15pm (no late entry)
Doors/Bar open at 2:30pm (gallery open from 11am)
The 70-minute program includes a 20-minute interval
$10 | $5 MAC Inc. Members and Lace Conference Delegates | Suitable for 18yrs+
Explore realism in this 3-hour oil painting workshop with experienced portrait artist and educator Rachelle Dusting. Learn from Rachelle’s painting process and create your own paint studies exploring tone, value and temperature.
Sun Sep 13 | 11am - 2pm | Suitable for ages 18yrs +
$160 | $144 MAC inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
“Music without borders"
Presented by The Blue Room Theatre, Midland Junction Arts Centre, and Swara Synthesis.
11 Sept: Indian Classical Music & Dance exploring raag and taal in Hindustani and Carnatic traditions, with ghazals, thumris and expressive classical dance.
12 Sept: Indo-Western Fusion blending Indian classical with jazz, blues and rock, featuring contemporary dance and cross-cultural improvisation.
Photography by Apurva Gupta
Fri 11 or Sat 12 Sep 2026 | 7 - 9pm
$34 General Admission | $29 Concession
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Join Cath Inman for a 4-hour journey into the art of twined basketry. Choose to create your own enchanting woven basket, sculptural vessel or wall art. Let nature inspire you as you weave your unique masterpiece in this beginner friendly workshop.
Fri 21 Aug 2026 | 10am - 2pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
$85 | $76.50 MAC Inc. Members | Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Create a wildflower textile while learning the art of collage, applique and stitch in this half day workshop with costume designer Angela Ferolla.
Sun 16 Aug 2026 | 10:30am - 2:30pm | Suitable for 16yrs+
$85 | $76.50 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Discover the vibrant, playful, and wonderfully addictive world of Gel Plate Printing in this beginner-friendly workshop with experienced printmaker Barbara van Gool. Experiment with colour, texture, and layered designs to create unique handmade prints.
Sun 9 Aug 2026 | 11:30am - 2:30pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
$110 | $99 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
In partnership with the City of Swan, Midland Junction Arts Centre hosts a free drop-in activity for children at the Avon Descent City of Swan - Avon Descent 2026. Join us in the Kid’s Zone and create ‘River Animals’ to take home.
Sun 9 Aug 2026 | 10am - 3pm | Suitable for all ages
FREE EVENT | Location: Lilac Hill Park Caversham
In conjunction with the 2026 Boya Photography Competition, Time, Framed, Josh Wells presents an introduction to the techniques of still life photography. Explore the interplay of light, optics and composition as you learn how to photograph compelling object-based scenes.
Sat 25 Jul 2026 | 10am – 1pm | Suitable for ages 18+
$65 | $58.50 MAC Inc. and Mundaring Camera Club Members | Booking Essential
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre, CoLab Space
Many animals eat plants every day, but did you know some plants eat animals? Come and discover our fascinating local carnivorous plants with botanist extraordinaire Dr Laura and make your very own carnivorous creation in the July school holidays.
Fri 17 Jul 2026 | 10 - 11.15am | Suitable for 6-12 yrs
$5 | $4.50 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Design and create your own unique decorative soft house sculpture doorstop in this engaging textile workshop with craft specialist Esther Hort.
Wed 15 Jul 2026 | 10am - 1pm | Suitable for ages 12-17yrs
$30 | $27 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Design and create your own unique, decorative wall art using a hoop, colourful fabric, thread, buttons and beads in this fun, creative, beginners’ embroidery workshop.
Tue 14 Jul 2026 | 10am - 12pm | Suitable for ages 8-12yrs
$30 | $27 MAC Inc. Members | Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Whoo Whoo Whoo can you meet at MJAC this School holidays?
Come and meet some special feathered friends and learn about how we can support our local owls and nightjars.
Fri 10 Jul 2026 | 12 - 2pm | Suitable for ages 6 - 12yrs
$5 | $4.50 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Djinda Kaatijin (To Learn about the Stars) is a celestial journey celebrating Noongar culture, storytelling and connection to Country as well as Dreaming stories from around the world. Set 30,000 years after the Nyitting Time, Weitj (Emu), Dwert (Dingo), and Wardong (Crow) travel across the Milky Way to restore the fading stars, Djinda to Noongar boodjar. Blending stories from Australia, Spain, India, and Scotland, this interwoven tale celebrates our shared connection to the cosmos.
Written by Andrea Fernandez & Zac James. Presented by Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company.
Fri 10 Jul 2026 | 10 - 11am | Suitable families and ages 4+
$15 | $10 Children/ Concession | $5 First Nations Access
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Experience Australia’s folk traditions with The Mucky Duck Bush Band — a vibrant blend of Colonial tunes, modern favourites and bush‑band originals.
Thu 9 July 2026 | 1 - 3 pm
Free Event | Registration Essential
Join Ann Ong, letterpress expert, for a fun 1.5-hour workshop. Use Lego tiles and a traditional letterpress to print your unique designs on cardstock. Bring an apron or an old shirt you don’t mind getting inky and get ready for a creative, hands-on experience.
Thu 9 Jul 2026 | 10 - 11:30am | Suitable for ages 8-12 yrs
$30 | $27 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided.
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Create vibrant multicolour screenprints on textiles. In this beginner’s workshop, experienced printmaker Odile Bell will teach practical techniques allowing you to confidently screen print in your own home.
Sat 30 May 2026 | 11am - 2pm | Suitable for 16 yrs+
$150 | $135 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Join us for the Black Diasporas Boorloo-Perth exhibition and community gathering. Black Diasporas Boorloo-Perth is an oral narrative project that documents the experiences of individuals from the African diaspora living in Perth.
Celebrate the digital map, an archive that holds stories ranging from the Australian contribution to the anti-apartheid movement, to the mundaness of catching the train.
Open Wed 27 May - Sun 31 May 2026
In this inspiring 2 Day workshop with visiting international artist Sarah Hibbert, you will learn how to transform paper collages into bold contemporary quilts. You will explore colour and balance with your paper collage, discover clever techniques for curves, circles and skinny strips so you can confidently translate your collage into fabric. Whether you are a beginner or experienced quilter, you will leave with a striking original design and a powerful new approach to designing quilts.
Thu 21 & Fri 22 May 2026 | 9.30am – 4pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
$300 | $250 WAQA Members
To register please email: waqaworkshops@gmail.com
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Connect with nature and create art. Learn how to use Australian plants to print on silk, wool and cotton. You will use steaming and iron boiling (dirty pot) techniques to create unique wearable pieces to take home.
Tue 19 OR Wed 20 May 2026 | 10am - 2pm | Suitable for 18yrs+
$160 | $144 MAC Inc. Members | Materials Provided.
Location: Midland Junction Arts Centre
Draw with the sun and discover the magic of cyanotype. This early photographic process uses sunlight and water to create striking Prussian blue images from leaves, flowers and everyday objects.
Sat 2 May 2026 | 11am - 2pm | Suitable for 16 yrs+
$150 | $135 MAC Inc. Members
Join exhibiting artist Rachelle Dusting for a 90-minute Charcoal Portrait Workshop. This guided session invites all levels of experience to explore expressive mark-making, tonal relationships, and refine your skills in observation through charcoal.
Sun19 Apr 2026 | 11am - 12:30pm | Suitable for 13yrs+
$60 | $54 MAC Inc. Members | All materials provided.
Photo by Henri Pham.
MJAC is a heritage listed building with access limitations. If you have any special requirements please contact us 9250 8062 before enrolling in a course.
Did you know that Midland Junction Arts Centre is managed by Mundaring Arts Centre (MAC)? If you are looking for even more arts and cultural experiences in the region visit the MAC website for details.
