Artmaking at the Homestead
with Rosie Deacon

Join acclaimed artist Rosie Deacon for a vibrant, hands-on workshop inspired by the unique flora and fauna of Bundanon.

Designed exclusively for adults of all skill levels, from beginners eager to explore their creativity to seasoned artists seeking fresh perspectives, this session offers a playful and immersive artmaking experience.

Rosie will share insights into her dynamic practice, guiding you through the use of unconventional and playful materials. Think synthetic eyelashes, glittery stickers, expanding foam, and more, to craft whimsical sculptural pieces. Her approach celebrates the transformation of everyday items into art, blurring the lines between contemporary art, craft, and jewellery.

Set against the backdrop of Bundanon’s inspiring landscape, this workshop provides a unique opportunity to engage with artmaking in a setting that has influenced generations of artists. All materials are provided, and the session is designed to be inclusive and accessible to all.

About Rosie Deacon

Rosie Deacon was born in Nyngan, central west slopes and plains, and growing up in regional communities such as Bathurst and Wagga Wagga, the artist was influenced to create a strong community engaged craft practice.

Deacon uses easily accessible materials and what may be described as ‘everyday junk’ to create pieces that blur the lines between contemporary art, craft and jewellery practice. Deacon repurposes everyday materials such as synthetic eyelashes together with things like acrylic paint, expanding foam, jewels, glittery stickers and clay. The mash up of a diversity of materials affects the meaning of the work and how an audience may interpret the idea of artists’ process.