Heritage Event: Earth Lover

Costs: $15 Adult, $10 concession. Online booking fees also apply. To avoid paying fees, please phone KSP directly to book and pay by debit/ credit card: 9294 1872.

This event is brought to you by the KSP Writers' Centre with support from the Shire of Mundaring.

Embark on a journey through history with Nathan Hobby, author of The Red Witch: Biography of Katharine Susannah Prichard, as he guides you through a fascinating heritage tour of the property. Next, get ready to unleash your creativity with our Poetry, Paint, and Sip session, led by the talented poet Elizabeth Lewis.

Upon arrival, each participant will receive a poem from Katharine’s collection, which will serve as your personal theme for the day. As you explore the property’s rich history, you’ll be encouraged to craft your own poem inspired by the surroundings. Then, relax on the veranda with a drink of your choice and bring your poem to life through visual art! Whether you're a seasoned artist or a first-timer, this event is all about fun, self-expression, and enjoying the creative process. Let history, poetry, and stunning views fuel your imagination!

What should I bring to the event?

Comfortable clothing: You’ll be exploring the property and sitting on the veranda, so dress in layers and wear something you can move in easily.
A notebook or journal: If you’d like to jot down thoughts or ideas before or during the heritage tour, it can be helpful for your poetry creation.
A camera or phone: Capture the beautiful scenery or moments of inspiration that might help fuel your creative process!
A sense of adventure and creativity: The day will be filled with discovery, expression, and fun – so bring your open mind and enthusiasm!

We’ve got everything else covered, from art materials to drinks, so just come ready to relax and let your creativity flow!

About the Facilitators:

Elizabeth Lewis is a published poet and poetry teacher living in the Perth/Boorloo Hills. She has an Honours in Writing & Poetry from Edith Cowan University. Her poems appear in Quadrant, Poetry D’Amour, Seagift and Oystercatcher One and have been Highly Commended in the Tom Collins & Poetry D'Amour Awards. She has worked across the book industry for 24 years in bookshops, book suppliers, writers' centres, libraries and hosting author events. She loves championing writers and encouraging creativity in all forms.

Nathan Hobby is a Perth author who has been a consultant historian for KSP Writers' Centre since 2015. His biography of Katharine Susannah Prichard, The Red Witch (Miegunyah 2022) won the 2023 WA Premier's Prize for Book of the Year and his first book, The Fur (Fremantle Press 2004), won the TAG Hungerford Award. He is an honorary research fellow at the University of Western Australia and works as a special collections librarian / archivist at Curtin University. His current project is a biography of John Curtin. He blogs at nathanhobby.com.