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Artist in Residence Lucille Martin combines iPhoneography, photo-media, textile & performative practice exploring themes related to the social psyche, natural landscape and deep ecology. Using her iPhone as an extension of the body she captures images while walking and exploring the natural and urban landscape in Australia and overseas. Ahead of this weekend's Artists in Residence Open Studio we caught up with Lucille to find out what's been working on in the studio.

Following confirmation that Phase 4 restrictions will remain in place for the foreseeable future, it is with great sadness that we announce this year’s Wardarnji has been postponed. A celebration of Noongar stories, song and culture, Wardarnji attracts thousands of people to our South Lawn each year. Fremantle Arts Centre believes running the event at half capacity would drastically reduce the number of people able to celebrate this important Noongar festivity and therefore it will not take place in December as planned. Regulations permitting, Wardarnji will return bigger and better in 2021 when we can all celebrate together safely.

Bodywork boldly reclaims the female body with works from three rising stars of Australia’s art world – Kaylene Whiskey (SA), Amber Boardman (NSW), and Tarryn Gill (WA).  Featuring contorted soft sculptures, a video collage of female celebrity icons, and fleshy paintings, Bodywork explores ideas connected to body modification, self-expression and female empowerment.

We recently caught up with Amber Boardman to find out more about her practice and the incredible paintings she created for the exhibition.

As we edge towards the weekend, we caught up with local songwriter Kat Wilson to chat all things music. Blending coastal blues and dreamy folk sounds, Kat has played at WAMFest, Fremantle Folk Festival, Nannup Festival and Fairbridge Festival. Kat will join Siobhan Cotchin at this weekend's Sunday Music. This free weekly concert program takes place on FAC’s South Lawn, making Sunday Music the perfect place to wrap up the weekend.

Jocelyn Gregson is a prominent WA artist. As an exhibiting artist, painting and drawing tutor, and purveyor of prints at FOUND, Jocelyn shares a long history with FAC. We recently caught up with her to chat about the classes she teaches, advice for novice artists and the inspiration behind her Desire series (available to purchase at FOUND).

Ahead of this weekend's Sunday Music gig, we caught up with the charming country musician Albert Loss to chat about his introduction to music, favourite FAC memories and what we can expect at his Sunday Music gig.

Opening 6:30pm Fri 25 Sep, Bodywork boldly reclaims the female body with works from three rising stars of Australia’s art world – Kaylene Whiskey (SA), Amber Boardman (NSW), and Tarryn Gill (WA). Featuring contorted soft sculptures, a video collage of female celebrity icons, and fleshy paintings, Bodywork explores ideas connected to body modification, self-expression and female empowerment. We recently caught up with Perth artist Taryn Gill to find out more about her practice and the large-scale sculptures she's been busy creating for the exhibition.

Sherry Paddon is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Perth. Her practice focuses on sculpture, collage, installation and photography while exploring themes such as memory, the landscape, cultural heritage and overconsumption. Currently an Artist in Residence, we recently caught up with Sherry to find out what she's been creating over the last couple of months.

Bridget Baldock is an emerging artist from Geraldton, WA. Studying Visual Art online with Curtin University, she is currently an Artist in Residence at the Moores Building. We recently caught up with Bridget to find out about her practice, art workshops and what she has planned for her time in Fremantle.

Fremantle Arts Centre’s long-serving Director Jim Cathcart today announced his resignation. Director since October 2005, Jim has led the growth and expansion of every aspect of Fremantle Arts Centre’s operations. City of Fremantle, Manager of Arts and Culture Kathryn Taylor commented “The local, state-wide and national credibility and success Fremantle Arts Centre enjoys today is largely due to Jim’s leadership. Driven by Jim’s ambition for the organisation Fremantle Arts Centre has evolved into a vibrant and relevant arts organisation simultaneously committed to artists and audience.” Mr Cathcart’s last day will be Friday 4 September.