Welcome to our BIG list of arts and cultural events happening in the NSW Central West gathered from artists, event producers, great local venues and groups across the region.
This is a busy artistic region. There’s usually more than 2000 arts and heritage events happeing in the region each year. Of course, 2020 looks a little different but the events are slowly returning where possible.
NEW: HAPPENING ONLINE. We’ve added a new category for workshops, exhibitions, virutal tours and activities that are now happening ONLINE. Click here for the listings
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Enrol now: TAFE Creative Design Courses
ONLINE. New courses including courses that we will be running through Connected Learning, (West Connect), where students can study via web/VC conferencing technology as part of a virtual classroom.
Tall Short Artists Term 3 Classes
ORANGE. Excited to be running after school art classes in Term 3 at OPS! Thursday arvos- Grades 3-6.
Artist in Residence – Nicholas Gentile
COWRA. Cowra Civic Centre is proud to welcome composer, singer, conductor and teacher, Nicholas Gentile for our artist in residence program.
Bob Ross Night
BATHURST. Have a blast with friends and family, and leave with a masterpiece at the end.
Capertee AstroWorkshop 2020
GLEN DAVIS. Shoot the Stars over three days and two nights of astrophotography instruction and coaching in the world’s second largest canyon.
Art School at the Pottery
LITHGOW. aRtists and Photographers to either sketch/paint in or photograph the grounds.
Colour Light and Seeing – Theory
DAIRY CREATIVE, BATHURST. This is an introduction to colour via theory, demonstrations and practical application. The course will cover; properties of colour, forms of colour, colour systems, colour mixing, colour harmonies, colour contrasts, colour constancy and seeing colour.
Mindful Modern Calligraphy with Kimlligraphy
GREENS ON WILLIAM, BATHURST. In this workshop, Kim Tran-Flores of Kimlligraphy uses the beautiful art of modern calligraphy to take you on a mindfully creative journey, teaching you both the art of modern calligraphy and the importance of mindfulness in our lives.
Parkes Painting Group
PARKES. Parkes Painting Group meets at Northparkes Oval every Wednesday from 10am-4pm.
Weekend Cartoon Camp – Perthville
PERTHVILLE. Cartoon workshops for kids
Abstract Alcohol Ink Workshop
BESPOKE & CO, BATHURST. In this workshop you will learn the basics of working with alcohol inks. Create colourful abstract artwork by moving inks around the Yupo paper.
Abstract Watercolour Workshop
THE CORNER STORE GALLERY, ORANGE. Join gallery director and practicing abstract artist Madeline Young for a relaxing 3 hour workshop of abstract watercolour painting. This workshop is designed to be a stress-free session of learning and experimentation for beginners as well as those who have some experience.
Random Weaving Workshop
GANG GANG GALLERY, LITHGOW. In this workshop you will learn a number of random weaving techniques as well as how to harvest and prepare a range of natural materials.
Portraiture Workshop with Sally Ryan
DAIRY CREATIVE, BATHURST. Join Master tutor, Sally Ryan, Australian painter and portrait artist and spend 3 days developing a single full figure portrait painting from life.
Weekend Cartoon Camp – Orange
ORANGE. Cartoon workshops for kids
Botanical Drawing & Watercolour Workshop
BESPOKE & CO, BATHURST. Come and join Julia for a fun, relaxed afternoon learning about and experimenting with simple drawing and watercolour techniques.
The What’s On calendar covers arts and heritage events happening across the NSW Central West. These events are sourced or supplied from local venues and arts organisations. Many events listed here have been originally shared by the organisers on social media. Whilst all care is taken – and accuracy is our priority – we can take no responsibility for date changes or the content of contributed information. Contact the event organisers listed for more details or to book tickets.
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