Alan Baker Art Gallery
Alan Baker Art Gallery showcases the work of local Australian artist, Alan Baker. Situated in the historic Victorian Gentleman’s Townhouse, Macaria, Baker’s collection provides a colourful portrayal of the artist’s life in 20th century Australia, capturing 60 years of the artist’s journey. Baker’s collection shares stories of war, tragedy, love, the people and places of Macarthur, and the role he played in developing an arts network in Camden.
Tour of the Alan Baker Art Gallery
Saturday 14 December 2024
The Alan Baker Art Gallery will be running a FREE guided tour of their latest exhibition this December. Uncover the hidden stories of Macaria: the historic home of our Art Gallery. Learn about the history of the Royal Art Society of N.S.W. and the work of its impressive alumni of artists. Look closer at the exhibition highlights and discover hidden stories within the pieces on display.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Art Workshop: Painting the Nepean River
Tuesday 8 October 2024
To celebrate the opening of the Nepean River Waterway Walk along the Camden Bike Track, Camden Council's Sustainability Team is sponsoring FREE art workshops to be run this school holidays. Children and youth will learn about the natural features, native plants and animals found along the Nepean River while creating a painted work on canvas.
The sessions are run by age group, so please ensure your child is booked into the correct session. Some children may be in direct sunlight and all will be using paint, so please ensure attendees are wearing sunscreen, sun safe clothing, and either mess friendly clothes or a paint smock. Please ensure that your child brings a water bottle to the workshop. If your child is unable to make the event, please forfeit the ticket so someone else can enjoy this fantastic activity!
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Architectural Drawing with Michele Arentz
Saturday 28 September 2024
Discover techniques and tips to draw significant structures, led by established local artist Michele Arentz.
The Grounds of St. Johns Church Camden
Capturing Camden's Vista with Bob Gurney
Saturday 28 September 2024
Enjoy a fabulous workshop with local artist and identity Bob Gurney, share in his talents as he offers tips and tricks on capturing the magnificent Camden setting in pencil, ink and watercolour.
The Grounds of St. Johns Church Camden
UNLOCK - Heritage Walk - Guided Tour with Miss Laura Jane
Saturday 28 September 2024
Indulge in a fabulous journey back in time as you engage with Laura Jane sharing her insights into Camden's heritage, history and culture..
Camden Library
UNLOCK - Heritage Walk - Guided Tour with Dr. Ian Willis
Saturday 28 September 2024
Take a journey through the heritage precinct with Dr. Ian Willis, exploring the architecture and rich history of the Camden Town Centre. Commencing at the Camden Library the tour will explore properties along John, Argyle, Mitchell, Hill, Broughton, and Elizabeth Streets with Dr. Willis sharing a wealth of knowledge along the way.
Camden Library
Workshop with Clay by Soraya
Sunday 22 September 2024
Join us for an adult workshop with talented ceramicist Soraya Nematollahi, working with clay to hand build some pieces.
Depending on the weather, the workshop may be hosted outside in our courtyard beneath a marquee. Some seats may be located in the sun, so we recommend wearing sun safe clothing and your sunscreen. We also recommend wearing clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit of clay on or bringing an apron.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
MASTERCLASS WITH ROGER PERCY
Monday 9 September 2024
Join Alan Baker Art Gallery's curator and local artist Roger Percy in an intimate class where you will create your own pen from the common reed and use ink to illustrate the iconic Camden White Gum.
Halfway through the class, enjoy a short break where you will be led through a private gallery tour and be given the opportunity to ask your burning questions about our current exhibition Camden Art Collections.
Depending on the weather, the workshop may be hosted outside in our courtyard beneath a marquee. Some seats may be located in the sun, so we recommend wearing sun safe clothing and your sunscreen. We also recommend wearing clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit of ink on or bringing an apron.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Adult Workshop w/ Clay by Soraya
Sunday 25 August 2024
Join us for an adult workshop with facilitator Soraya Nematollahi, working with clay to hand build some pieces.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Create your Mini Mob with Mel Barton
Wednesday 10 July 2024
Create your own Mini Mob keepsake, exploring traditional techniques with local First Nations Artist Melissa Barton.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Sunday Art Play
Between Sunday 28 May 2023 and Saturday 6 July 2024
Visit Alan Baker Art Gallery for two hours of self-directed artmaking on the last Sunday of the month. There will be art materials and a still-life display ready to give young artists some creative inspiration!
Alan Baker Art Gallery, Macaria
Saturday and Sunday Art Play to celebrate Reconciliation
Between Saturday 1 June 2024 and Sunday 2 June 2024
At its heart, reconciliation is about strengthening relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous peoples, for the benefit of all Australians.
Be part of Alan Baker Art Gallery's Reconciliation Art Play
Where - Alan Baker Art Gallery
Saturday and Sunday 1 and 2 June 2024
Drop in between 11am and 2pm
Everyone Welcome
Just bring your creativity and pledge your commitment to a better Australia.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Skate Deck Design with First Nations Artist Michael Fardon
Friday 31 May 2024
Reconciliation is about strengthening relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous peoples, for the benefit of all Australians.
Design your own unique Skate Deck whilst exploring traditional First Nations art-making.
No skill required, limited spaces available.
4.30-6.30pm
Julia Reserve Youth and Community Centre
Oran Park Drive, Oran Park.
Ages - 12+
All resources included.
Julia Reserve Youth and Community Centre
Artmaking with Aunty Michelle, Aunty Susan and Uncle Hector
Monday 27 May 2024
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
Join with local First Nations artists to explore traditional art making methods and create your own work, making your commitment to reconciliation if Australia.
Monday 27 May
Where - Oran Park Library, Sandown Rooms
Time - 10.30am till 12.30pm
What to bring - your creativity
Price - FREE
Refreshments - enjoy a traditional cuppa of bush tea and lemon mrytle cake.
Oran Park Library
Families Week - Workshop with Claybysoraya
Saturday 18 May 2024
Children aged 5-12 years and their families are invited to Alan Baker Art Gallery to create very own Ceramic piece using Clay, facilitated by artist Soraya Nematollahi. Families will learn to make mugs or flowerpots from clay and can take home their unique creations.
Alan Baker Art Gallery Camden Courtyard
Art After Dark - Tour with the Artist - Gary Baker
Thursday 16 May 2024
Enjoy a tour of the Camden Art Prize, led by local artist Gary Baker. Baker will share insight into works, discuss techniques, providing an interesting and engaging tour of the collection on display.
16 May 2024
6pm till 8pm
Camden Civic Centre
Enjoy light refreshments, entertainment and artistic wisdom as Baker speaks to the exhibition.
All works on exhibition are for sale.
$40.00 per head
Camden Civic Centre
Camden Art Prize - Talk to the Artist, Demonstration Tour
Saturday 11 May 2024
Visit the Camden Art Prize to witness artists at work and share their insight into their unique artform, discuss the exhibition and hear about techniques used to create the art on display.
From 10am till 12 Join with Brett Atkins, well know local master of the photographic world as he shares tips and techniques to advance your own skills. Brett will lead a tour through the photography section and discuss with visitors the artworks on display.
From 11am till 2pm watch the amazing Rizwanna Ahmed in practice as she demonstrates the art of portraiture. Rizwanna will lead a tour through the Portraiture Artworks discussing the works, and artist techniques as a body of work.
From 1 through till 4pm Bob Gurney, local landscape and En Plein Air artist will demonstrate his techniques and lead visitors through the local section of the exhibition. Bob will discuss various art methodology and share an insightful discussion.
All works are for sale.
Camden Civic Centre
Camden Shorts - Festival of Young Creatives
Friday 12 April 2024
In celebration of National Youth Week 2024, Camden Council presents Camden Shorts – Festival of Young Creatives! Join us for a night of celebration, showcasing emerging artists in theatre, art, dance and music. A sensational line up of talent will perform, many for the first time before a live audience.
Macarthur Auditorium, Camden Civic Centre
Seniors Reed-Pen Drawing
Wednesday 13 March 2024
At Alan Baker Art Gallery enjoy a guided tour of the current exhibition followed by a Reed-Pen Ink painting class where participants are provided with native reed pens and guided to create their artwork. Morning tea included.
The Alan Baker Art Gallery
Seniors Still Life Watercolour Class
Tuesday 12 March 2024
At Alan Baker Art Gallery enjoy a guided tour of the current exhibition followed by a Still-Life Watercolour class where you will select and construct your own flower arrangement and guided through painting the arrangement with watercolour. Morning tea included.
The Alan Baker Art Gallery
Youth Skate Deck Workshop at Cultural Fusion
Saturday 24 February 2024
Design your very own skate deck with artist Laila Campbell!
Carpark Rooftop - Camden Civic Centre
An Evening at the Museum
Saturday 24 February 2024
Explore the rich heritage and history of Camden in "An Evening at Camden Museum." Guided by Museum and Family History Society volunteers, enjoy a sneak peek behind the scenes of the establishment after hours. Learn how to begin the process of uncovering your own family history. Rediscover historic John Street through the eyes of local history experts on a guided walking tour. Book now for an engaging experience suited to intrigued locals and history enthusiasts.
Please see program below:
5:30-6:15 PM: Guided tour of John Street
6:15-6:30 PM: Family History Talk
6:30-7:00 PM: Behind the Scenes of the Museum Tour
Camden Library
Drawing Portraits
Wednesday 7 June 2023
This four-week evening program will help you develop your skills in drawing portraits while exploring a range of drawing materials and techniques. The final two classes in the series will focus on drawing portraits from life, featuring a seated model. For ages 13 and over.
Community Room, Camden Civic Centre
Art After School
Wednesday 10 May 2023
Art After School is a weekly program during the school term designed to develop the conceptual and practical skills of primary and secondary-aged students. By the completion of term, participants will have produced a variety of works in drawing, painting, and mixed media.
Community Room, Camden Civic Centre
Watercolour Wednesdays
Wednesday 10 May 2023
Learn the art of watercolour painting in this 8-week program that guides participants through foundational techniques in a supportive and friendly environment. All skill levels aged 13 years and over are welcome. Student grade materials are provided.
Training Room, Camden Civic Centre
Life Drawing (18+)
Thursday 15 June 2023
Take the opportunity to study the nude figure in this untutored life drawing session with a life model. Be a part of a warm and welcoming group that encourages creative expression and the sharing of ideas and techniques. All skill levels are welcome. Student-grade materials are provided.
Community Room, Camden Civic Centre
National Reconciliation Week Art Workshop - Youth
Friday 2 June 2023
The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2023, Be a Voice for Generations, encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in our everyday lives – where we live, work and socialise.
In this acrylic painting workshop for youth aged 12 to 14 years, you will explore local culture and the National Reconciliation Week 2023 theme, as well as learn how and why art is so vital in Aboriginal culture.
Julia Reserve Community Centre
National Reconciliation Week Art Workshop - Adults
Monday 29 May 2023
The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2023, Be a Voice for Generations, encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in our everyday lives – where we live, work and socialise.
In this acrylic painting workshop for adults, you will explore local culture and the National Reconciliation Week 2023 theme, as well as learn how and why art is so vital in Aboriginal culture.
Sandown Rooms at Oran Park Library
Draw Your Family Portrait
Saturday 20 May 2023
In celebration of National Families Week, children aged 5 to 12 and their family members are invited to Alan Baker Art Gallery to draw their very own family portrait using coloured pencils. Make sure to bring along a photograph of your family!
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Art After Dark @ the Gallery
Between Friday 14 April 2023 and Friday 28 April 2023
On Friday nights in April, visitors to Alan Baker Art Gallery will enjoy live music, artisan displays, and extended hours of the current exhibition, Baker’s Bouquets.
This extends opportunity for the community to experience the popular Baker’s Bouquets exhibition which is scheduled for changeover in May.
Bookings for subsequent Friday nights open the Saturday prior at 12pm.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Drawing Wildlife
Wednesday 8 February 2023
Learn how to create realistic drawings of wildlife using charcoal and graphite pencil on paper. Throughout four sessions, participants will develop their own drawing of a tiger cub. Ages 15+.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Seniors Festival Art Classes
Between Wednesday 1 February 2023 and Wednesday 8 February 2023
Local seniors across Camden are being encouraged to enjoy new experiences, continue learning, impart their skills, and have fun during NSW Seniors Festival which will be held during February 2023. Alan Baker Art Gallery will be hosting two art classes specifically for people aged 50 and over, including Lino Printing and Expressive Ink Landscape.
Morning tea will be provided at both workshops during a 15 to 30-minute break. Bookings are essential. Student grade materials are provided.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
School Holiday Workshops
Between Tuesday 10 January 2023 and Wednesday 18 January 2023
Alan Baker Art Gallery has an exciting line up of School Holiday Workshops that are sure to entertain any young artist and keep them creative throughout the school holidays!
There are a variety of workshops in store for the January holidays that will see participants using watercolour, wet felting, creating cyanotype prints, and creating full-sized self portraits!
Participants are asked to bring along an art smock or paint shirt and a water bottle to these workshops.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Drawing Australian Native Botanicals
Wednesday 16 November 2022
Learn the tips and techniques of drawing Australian native flowers and plants with graphite and colour pencil in this four-week program.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Heritage Drawing
Between Saturday 29 June 2019 and Saturday 22 October 2022
From the grounds of beautiful Macaria, you will learn the techniques of architectural drawing while observing Camden’s heritage buildings. For history buffs and aspiring artists alike, this workshop is held on the fourth Saturday of the month and welcomes all abilities.
In the event of inclement weather, the workshop will take place inside the Gallery.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Drop-In Dot Painting
Sunday 10 July 2022
On the last day of NAIDOC Week, pop in to Alan Baker Art Gallery to learn about traditional Indigenous dot painting techniques to create your very own rock painting! These sessions will be facilitated by Melissa Barton, a contemporary Aboriginal artist living on Dharawal Country. She is a proud Boorooberongal clan (grey kangaroo people) woman of the Dharug nation. Bookings are essential.
Alan Baker Art Gallery, Macaria
Camden Culture Club
Friday 29 April 2022
With the support of NSW Government’s The Festival of Place – Summer Fund Program and Camden Council, Alan Baker Art Gallery will be opening from 6-9pm on Friday 22 April and 29 April for Camden Culture Club. Camden’s Cultural Precinct will be alive with live art and music, makers’ markets, cultural performances, and culinary temptations. This event is FREE.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
Pencil Drawing with Belle Mitchell
Friday 22 April 2022
Local artist Belle Mitchell will be facilitating pop-up drawing workshops on Friday 22 April at Alan Baker Art Gallery for kids, youth and adults! These Pencil Drawing workshops will teach the graphite and colour pencil techniques that Belle uses to create realistic and detailed drawings of botanical and wildlife subjects.
Alan Baker Art Gallery
En Plein Air (Outdoor Painting)
Saturday 17 July 2021
En plein air (outside) landscape painting workshops provide participants with the opportunity to experience different ways of viewing and representing landscape. This class is not prescriptive and instead provides participants the opportunity to experiment with different techniques and materials in a social and collaborative environment.
The Gallery will advise all ticketholders of the event location via email once confirmed.
Camden Town Farm
