Bayley Arts

13/05/2026

Try something new at Bayley Arts!

Join acclaimed artist David Ralph for a hands‑on short course in water‑soluble oil painting.

Learn the basics of oil painting in a safe, approachable way - including colour, texture, blending and different styles (from abstract to realistic).

No experience needed, this is perfect for beginners as well as those wanting to build their skills.

Class details:
📅 Starts Tuesday 9 June (runs across 4 weeks)
⏰ 6pm - 9pm
📍 Bayley Arts, Highett
Cost (includes booking fee)
$340 Adult
$330 Concession

Small group, relaxed studio environment.

All materials are provided (just bring a few brushes) and you will work towards creating your own finished piece along the way.

If you have been thinking about getting back into art or giving it a go for the first time, this is a great place to start.

🔗 Find out more / book here:

Bayley Arts is delighted to welcome acclaimed contemporary artist David Ralph to our studios for a short course exploring water-based oil painting.

17/04/2026

Bidding is now open. https://app.galabid.com/bayleyhouse

Bayley Arts is proud to present three one of a kind Lucy Laurita pieces created using fabric printed with artwork by Bayley Artists Thomas Weisner & Katie Van Der Hoven.

These exclusive garments bring together art, fashion and collaboration in a truly special way. Designed to be worn, loved and re worn. Every bid helps give back to the program, funding materials, equipment, creative opportunities and skill development for Bayley Arts textile artists. Your support helps artists continue to build confidence, grow their practice and explore new creative possibilities.

Bidding is now live and will close on Friday 24 April at the Bayley Arts Fashion Show.

Bid now https://app.galabid.com/bayleyhouse

17/04/2026

Meet Lucy Laurita, an Australian designer known for celebrating individuality, community and conscious fashion. Her designs have graced major Australian stages and red carpets.

Here is a first look at the two stunning auction pieces she has created using fabric by Hello Friends and artwork by Bayley Artist Thomas Weisner, modelled by Brodie and Teresa.

Bid now https://app.galabid.com/bayleyhouse

14/04/2026

Sustainability and creativity come together in our collaboration with A Fitting Connection.

Using recycled and reused fabrics, Bayley Artists created textile collages, which were then transformed into 2D and 3D vessels during a workshop with A Fitting Connection, using a remarkable FeltLOOM, the only FeltLOOM accessible to the public in Australia.

Led by Katrina, A Fitting Connection is all about giving textiles a second life through circular practice, skill sharing, and practical community action. Their work is helping rethink what is possible with fabric that might otherwise end up in landfill.

These works will be featured in our textiles exhibition during the Bayley Arts Fashion Show.

Follow A Fitting Connection to learn more about their inspiring work and make sure you have your tickets to the Fashion Show! 🎟️ .community.space

08/04/2026

Louise and Annelie are the creative duo behind Hello Friend Fabrics and valued partners of Bayley Arts. They license Australian art and print it on fabric.
 
 
After printing Bayley Arts artworks onto fabric for our last Fashion Show, they returned again this year to run a workshop with our textiles instructors, sharing the digital process behind preparing artwork for textile printing for this year’s show.

29/03/2026

⭐️Behind the scenes with the Bayley Arts textile artists as they prepare for the runway.
Our textiles artists have spent the past two years building skills, confidence and their own creative style.

From sewing and dressmaking to screen printing, jewellery and modelling, this program is about creativity, self-expression and inclusive fashion.

Each artist brings their own ideas, choices, and style to the runway.

Get your ticket to the fashion show before it is too late! 🎟️

27/03/2026

✨ The first Maryanne Moodie workshop sold out in just 48 hours, and with only 15 places available, this second date is expected to fill quickly. Comment YES or DM us for the link (or link is in Bio).

Join internationally recognised contemporary tapestry artist Maryanne Moodie for a special two hour workshop at Bayley Arts in Highett.

🧶 In this hands on workshop, Maryanne will guide participants through the foundations of tapestry weaving using simple looms. You will create your own woven wall hanging while exploring colour, texture and composition in an intuitive and creative way. This workshop is designed to spark creativity and give participants the confidence to continue weaving at home.

🖼️ As an added bonus, participants will also have the opportunity to view Maryanne’s extraordinary tapestries in the exhibition Around Thread, currently showing in the Bayley Arts Gallery.

✨ What you will learn
• How to set up a loom
• Basic stitches to create structure and texture
• How to remove a finished tapestry from the loom

🎁 Each participant will take home
• A loom
• A weaving needle
• Their own woven wall hanging
• All materials needed to continue weaving at home

📅 Workshop details
Saturday 2 May
1.30pm to 3.30pm

💲Cost
$130 Adult
$120 Concession

Maximum 15 participants
Suitable for beginners and those with some textile experience
Suitable for ages 16 years and over
All materials supplied

Maryanne’s work has been featured in New York Magazine, Anthology, O Magazine, Grazia, Interwoven, Design Sponge and The Design Files. She has built a global creative following around her practice and is known for her warm, engaging teaching style.

Learn more about Maryanne at www.maryannemoodie.com