The Art of Colour: Exploring History, Symbolism and Perception with Meg Walch

Sat Mar 29 2025 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm UTC+11:00

Button Street, Mowbray Heights, TAS, Australia, Tasmania 7248 | Launceston

Poimena Art Gallery
Publisher/HostPoimena Art Gallery
The Art of Colour: Exploring History, Symbolism and Perception with Meg Walch
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In conjunction with The Ten Days On The Island Festival.
https://www.tendays.org.au
How does colour function in art? Is its symbolism informed by history? Why do we perceive colours the way we do? This workshop will explore the multifaceted role of colour in art, offering participants a deep dive into its seductive, subjective, and relational aspects. Led by Dr Meg Walch, this two hour session will combine a thought-provoking presentation with hands-on, practical exercises designed to expand your understanding of colour’s complexity.
Participants will engage in a series of creative activities, including the mixing of acrylic paints to create custom colour wheels. We will explore two methods: a primary colour wheel (red, blue, yellow) and a more complex 12-colour wheel. You’ll not only learn to blend colours but also craft circular wheels that will become dynamic thread spinners when pierced and spun. On the reverse side, participants will mix shades of grey, transitioning from black to white, to complete their projects.
This workshop provides the perfect opportunity to better understand colour theory, experiment with acrylics, and deepen your awareness of how colour shapes our visual experience. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this session will leave you with fresh insights into the way we use and perceive colour in art.
Poimena Gallery, 36 Button Street Mowbray Heights
Saturday 29 March 2025, 11am to 1pm
Cost: $47 per person
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Button Street, Mowbray Heights, TAS, Australia, Tasmania 7248, 2 Button St, Mowbray TAS 7248, Australia,Mowbray, Tasmania, Launceston

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