Bowral and District Art Society
| Main Focus: | Painting |
| State: | New South Wales |
| Region: | Southern Highlands |
| President: | Maureen Varnavsky |
| Established: | 1950 |
| Exhibitions: | Yes |
| Art Shows: | Yes |
| Tuition: | Yes |
| Workshops: | Yes |
| Art Prizes: | Yes |
| New Members | Welcome |
| Membership Fee: | $60 per annum |
Group Information
The Bowral & District Art Society is non-profit organisation. Their objective is to foster the practice of the visual arts in the Southern Highlands. The Society relies on volunteers to help with the many activities that take place throughout the year.
In 1970, through the generosity of Edgar Bent, the Society acquired the cottage in Short Street, Bowral, which is still its permanent home.
In 1993, a separate building was built in the grounds to accommodate workshops and art classes.
In 2006, the members of the Society voted to change the name to the Bowral & District Art Society. In 2010, a Sculpture Garden was developed and in 2011, the workshop was extended and renovated to provide an excellent facility for both adults and children.
The BDAS continues to be a very active centre for the Arts in The Southern Highlands.
Committee Members
President
Maureen Varnavsky
Treasurer
Kevin Windybank
Secretary
Helen Johnston
Membership Information
New members are welcome. Application forms can be downloaded from their website, although it is a condition of membership to contribute in some way to the organization of their events.
Annual Membership fees;
Single $60
Family $80
Pensioner Single $35
Pensioner Couple $40
Student $15
Junior $5
Events
Exhibitions
Several exhibitions are organized throughout the year for their members.
Tuition
Workshops
Classes and Workshops are arranged for both Adults and Children, in Watercolour, Acrylics, Oils, Printmaking, Pastel and Life Drawing. Special weekend and holiday workshops are also available.
Contact Details
- Phone Number: (02) 4861 4093
Address
Short Street,
P.O. Box144,
BOWRAL NSW 2576