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The image shows a colourful drawing placed on top of a yellow piece of paper with decorative patterns. The drawing itself features an abstract representation of a person with red cheeks, brown hair, blue scarf, and red checkered clothing. The background consists of gray sky with some large trees. There are also two crayons lying next to the drawing, one blue and one red.

Kids’ Tonalism Portrait Workshop

Tue 15 July 2025
10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Town Hall Gallery

360 Burwood Road
Hawthorn VIC 3122

Cost
$10
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07/15/2025 10:30 am 07/15/2025 12:00 pm Kids’ Tonalism Portrait Workshop This creative workshop invites kids to explore the art of self-portraiture through the subtle and expressive techniques of tonalism.Inspired by the major exhibition ‘Australian Tonalism: A selection from the John and Peter Perry Collection’, participants will work with oil pastels to experiment with blending, shadow​ and mood as they create their own unique self-portraits. To finish their artwork, children will design and draw a decorative picture frame (inspired by the detailed frames in the exhibition) to go around their self-portraits. This workshop is perfect for young artists keen to express themselves in new and imaginative ways!Suitable for ages 6 to 12. All materials provided.Free, registrations required. About the ExhibitionDiscover the artistic legacy of Max Meldrum (1875–1955) in this exhibition showcasing the lifelong dedication of John and Peter Perry to collecting works by this pioneering Australian artist and his influential school. Meldrum, a key figure in 20th-century Australian art, revolutionised the painting scene between the 2 World Wars, creating a distinctive style that has left a lasting imprint on the nation’s artistic landscape.The exhibition features a selection of works from a collection of over 320 pieces, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, and etchings. Highlights include landscapes from both France and Australia, still lifes, portraits and animal studies – all embodying the unique approach of Meldrum and his followers. The ‘Meldrumites’ – a talented group of artists such as A M E Bale, Clarice Beckett, Colin Colahan and Polly Hurry – were deeply influenced by Meldrum’s teachings, and their works are also prominently featured. Many of these artists either lived or worked in the area now known as the City of Boroondara. Image credit: courtesy of Angharad Neal-Williams.Accessibility at this spaceAccessibility features include: accessible car parkingaccessible drop-off areaautomatic doorsaccessible toiletsrampsclear signageliftsquiet areaswide passageways. , City of Boroondara [email protected] Australia/Melbourne public

Event details

This creative workshop invites kids to explore the art of self-portraiture through the subtle and expressive techniques of tonalism.

Inspired by the major exhibition ‘Australian Tonalism: A selection from the John and Peter Perry Collection’, participants will work with oil pastels to experiment with blending, shadow​ and mood as they create their own unique self-portraits. 

To finish their artwork, children will design and draw a decorative picture frame (inspired by the detailed frames in the exhibition) to go around their self-portraits. 

This workshop is perfect for young artists keen to express themselves in new and imaginative ways!

Suitable for ages 6 to 12. 

All materials provided.

Free, registrations required. 

About the Exhibition

Discover the artistic legacy of Max Meldrum (1875–1955) in this exhibition showcasing the lifelong dedication of John and Peter Perry to collecting works by this pioneering Australian artist and his influential school. Meldrum, a key figure in 20th-century Australian art, revolutionised the painting scene between the 2 World Wars, creating a distinctive style that has left a lasting imprint on the nation’s artistic landscape.

The exhibition features a selection of works from a collection of over 320 pieces, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, and etchings. Highlights include landscapes from both France and Australia, still lifes, portraits and animal studies – all embodying the unique approach of Meldrum and his followers. The ‘Meldrumites’ – a talented group of artists such as A M E Bale, Clarice Beckett, Colin Colahan and Polly Hurry – were deeply influenced by Meldrum’s teachings, and their works are also prominently featured. Many of these artists either lived or worked in the area now known as the City of Boroondara. 

Image credit: courtesy of Angharad Neal-Williams.

Accessibility at this space

Accessibility features include: 

  • accessible car parking
  • accessible drop-off area
  • automatic doors
  • accessible toilets
  • ramps
  • clear signage
  • lifts
  • quiet areas
  • wide passageways.
Book now
Contact
Boroondara Arts
(03) 9278 4770
[email protected]