UPCOMING EVENTS
Margaret River Region Open Studios
12th to 27th September 2026
This spring, one of Western Australia’s most celebrated arts events returns - the Margaret River Region Open Studios. This award-winning annual event offers a rare opportunity to visit artists’ private studios, discover their creative processes, and experience the incredible diversity of art across the region.
Melanie will be opening her studio for a fourth year in a row, welcoming visitors to her Busselton studio to showcase her latest works.
PREVIOUS EVENTS
Regional Arts Triennial
“In the Quiet of the Land”
7th February to 1st March 2026
“In the Quiet of the Land” was the third iteration of the Regional Arts Triennial (RAT 3) - a major statewide celebration of creative excellence presented across 13 regional hubs.
The Busselton hub exhibition, curated by artist Japneet Kaur Keith in collaboration with Saltwater Gallery curator Sharon Williams, featured thirteen South West artists who explored themes of place, community, and connection to land.
Melanie was thrilled to have been selected as one of the featured artists and presented new work that reflected her deep engagement with the natural environment. Her work highlighted a continued contribution to Western Australia’s vibrant contemporary art scene.
WAFTA Exhibition
“Whisper of the Wild”
8th January to 2nd February 2026
A group exhibition by the Busselton members of the WA Fibre and Textile Association (WAFTA) celebrated the textures, colours, and natural forms of Western Australia’s South West. The exhibition captured the regions unique environment and the creative response it inspires.
Melanie contributed a textile-based work that explored the intricacies of fibre in landscape. Her practice, grounded in nature and material sensitivity, aligned with the exhibitions focus on interpreting the natural world through fibre and texture.
Dunsborough Arts Festival
“Sculptures By The Bay”
28th February to 2nd March 2026
Melanie was delighted to exhibit in Sculptures by the Bay at the 25th anniversary Dunsborough Arts Festival, held on the beautiful Dunsborough Foreshore. Each year, this impressive exhibition spans the Foreshore and Seymour Park, alongside an indoor exhibition at Christian Fletcher Gallery, inviting visitors to explore, vote for their favourite sculpture and purchase original artworks.
Set beneath the iconic peppermint trees by the bay, the much-loved March long weekend festival is a vibrant celebration of local art, music and creativity. Across three inspiring days, audiences can enjoy exhibitions, live performances and a lively program of art, sculpture, drumming, dance and circus workshops for all ages.
Workshops
Join Melanie in her tranquil studio set amongst the gum trees, for a hands-on dry-needle felting workshop. Surrounded by nature and an abundance of creative, textural fibres, you’ll be inspired by her expressive approach and unique art practice.
Learn new techniques, meet like-minded creatives, and unwind in a warm, welcoming setting while crafting your own beautiful felted artwork to take home.
Special Events &
Custom Workshops
Melanie’s signature dry-needle felting workshops have become sought-after for their relaxed atmosphere, creative energy, and inspiring results. She is now extending these experiences to custom group bookings - perfect for birthdays, ladies’ nights, team gatherings, or special celebrations.
Each workshop is tailored to your group’s theme and skill level, with all materials and expert guidance provided. Whether you’re discovering felting for the first time or sharing a creative moment with friends, you’ll leave with a beautiful handmade piece and plenty of smiles.
Get in touch to plan your personalised workshop and make your next event a creative one to remember.
Stay Tuned!
Margaret River Region Open Studios 2026
Next spring, one of Western Australia’s most celebrated arts events returns - the Margaret River Region Open Studios. This award-winning annual event offers a rare opportunity to visit artists’ private studios, discover their creative processes, and experience the incredible diversity of art across the region.
Melanie will be opening her studio for a fourth year in a row, welcoming visitors to her Busselton studio to showcase her latest works.