UPCOMING EVENTS
Regional Arts Triennial
“In the Quiet of the Land”
February 2026 - Date to be confirmed
“In the Quiet of the Land” is 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, will feature ten South West artists exploring themes of place, community, and connection to land.
Melanie is thrilled to have been selected as on of the feature artists and will present new works that reflect her deep engagement with the natural environment. Her works will highlight her continued contribution to Western Australia’s vibrant contemporary art scene.
WAFTA Exhibition
“Whisper of the Wild”
8th January to 1st February 2026
A group exhibition by the Busselton members of the WA Fibre and Textile Association (WAFTA) will celebrate the textures, colours, and natural forms of Western Australia’s South West. The exhibition will capture the regions unique environment and the creative responses it inspires.
Melanie will contribute textile-based works that explore the intricacies of fibre in landscape. Her practice, grounded in nature and material sensitivity, aligns with the exhibitions focus on interpreting the natural world through fibre and texture.
Sculpture by the Bay
More details to come
28th February to 2nd March 2026
Stay tuned.
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 third year in a row, welcoming visitors to her Busselton studio to showcase her latest works.