Join us at The Dax Centre for a portrait workshop on Mothers Day led by artist Frances Cannon!

Come together with your mum, any other mother-figures in your life (looking at you, aunties and sisters - it takes a village after all), or bring your besties, for this portraiture workshop to reflect and celebrate all that makes you, you!

How much of ourselves is made up from the important people in our life? How can we show ourselves the same love we show our friends and family? How can we explore and reflect this through art making?

This highly anticipated event will involve a 1.5 hour self-portraiture drawing class lead by Frances, who will explore self-love through the creation of a self-portrait.

All materials will be provided included drawing utensils, paper and small mirrors (to assist with the self-portrait). Participants are welcome to bring along any additional materials they may wish to include in their own work. Participants with all levels of experience welcomed and encouraged - you don't need to know how to draw to come along! This workshop is all about celebrating all kinds of self-expression!

ABOUT THE ARTIST:

Frances Cannon (they/them) is a lesbian, multidisciplinary artist based in Melbourne/Narrm. They have solid practices in many mediums including illustration, oil painting, jewellery smithing, ceramics and sculpture. Frances' work examines the human form, religion, fairytales, queerness, and memory. Much of their work is political, as it often deals with marginalised identities and bodies, as well as current events. Frances has had many successful solo shows locally and internationally.

Where: The Dax Centre, 30 Royal Parade, Parkville, VIC
When: Sunday 11th May 2025 - 1:00pm-2:30pm
Tickets: $30 + booking fee. Only 30 spots available.

Drinks provided.

Get in touch!
Please email info@daxcentre.org with any questions or dietary requirements, or please call 03 9349 2538.

Accessing the gallery
The Dax Centre is situated on the ground floor of the Melbourne Brain Centre at 30 Royal Parade in the Kenneth Myer Building,
located on the University of Melbourne Parkville campus

The Dax Centre is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets.

The Dax Centre is on the west side of Royal Parade, Melbourne near Grattan Street. Metered parking is available on Royal Parade

Car drop offs can be made out the front of the Kenneth Myer Building, with ramp access through to The Dax Centre via the side or front entrance of the building

The Kenneth Myer Building has underground parking with fees of $12.50 for four hours or $25 all day to midnight. There are accessible car parks in the undergroud carpark, with lift access to The Dax Centre on the ground floor

Private Bus Parking is available at Wilson Hall, University of Melbourne

Please enter The Dax Centre from Genetics Lane. You access Genetic Lane from Royal Parade, walk down Genetics Lane (alongside the Kenneth Myer Building away) and you will find The Dax Centre entry on your right.