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Seniors Festival Art Workshops
Wed 1 February - Sat 4 February
Local and library mural artist Elaine Butler will be conducting 3 art workshops for both beginners and those who already create art. Designed to allow people the freedom to sit, create and network, Elaine will provide guidance and tuition where needed. You don’t need to know how to draw or paint to be part of the workshops, just willing to have a go and Elaine will guide you through the process.
Workshop 1 – “A cup of Creativity – Art with Tea” will run between 10am and 11.30am on Thursday 2 February at Lithgow Library. Create a mosaic artwork using tea and tea bags while enjoying a cuppa and a chat.
Workshop 2 – “See no, hear no, speak no owls” will run at Wallerawang Library on Friday 3 February, 10.30am to 12pm. Create a set of three small owls from air dry clay and dry brush technique.
Workshop 3 – “Drawing furry critters” 9.30am to 11am, Saturday 4 February at Lithgow Library. A workshop for students who like detail, working with graphite pencils, smudging tools and erasers. Bookings are essential for these activities and all materials are provided.
Bookings are essential.
To make a booking or enquire about other free Seniors Festival events contact Lithgow Library on 63529100.
Related Events
The What’s On calendar covers arts and heritage events happening across the NSW Central West in the local government areas of Bathurst Region, Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Lachlan, Lithgow, Mid-Western Region, Oberon, Orange, Parkes and Weddin.
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