Create your own picture frame inspired by place, surf culture, and Indigenous storytelling with Dharug artist Billy Bain.
Sunday 4 July 2027
to Sunday 19 July 2026
10:00am - 5:00pm
The Domain, Art Gallery Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Free
Immerse your family in a creative and hands-on workshop where you can design and decorate your own picture frame. Inspired by Dharug artist Billy Bain's motifs of place, surf culture, and Indigenous storytelling, this workshop invites you to add personal imagery that tells your unique story.
Materials and templates are provided, making it easy for all ages and abilities to participate. Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
This drop-in event is perfect for parents looking for a relaxed, inspiring activity that sparks imagination and connection to culture.
The workshop runs daily from 10:00 to 17:00 between 4 July and 19 July 2026, with extended hours until 21:00 on Wednesdays from 8 July to 5 August 2026. You can drop in at any time during these hours—no booking is required.
Billy Bain’s frame and motif templates guide your creative process, but you’re encouraged to personalize your frame with images of animals, objects, and places that reflect your story and where you live.
This event is part of the Hive Festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, supported by The Bayard Foundation.
The workshop is held at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, located in the Naala Badu building, Lower Level 1, Learning Studio.
The gallery is situated on Gadigal Country at Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney NSW 2000.
The venue is accessible and welcoming, with free entry and open daily from 10:00 to 17:00, and extended hours on Wednesdays until 21:00.
- Suitable for all ages and abilities.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- Materials and instructions are provided on site.
- No bookings are required; drop in anytime during the listed hours.
This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with Indigenous art and storytelling in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
The workshop is free of charge, making it an accessible cultural experience for families.
No prior booking is necessary, so you can simply drop in at your convenience during the scheduled times.
Support for this event is provided by The Bayard Foundation, helping to sustain art acquisitions and programming at the gallery.
