This is a Council led event.

21/03/2026 - Hurstville Museum & Gallery.

Join acclaimed artist Petrina Hicks for a hands-on photography workshop exploring studio lighting, backdrops, and a conceptual approach to portraiture.

The session begins with an introduction to studio lighting techniques for portrait photography, followed by a creative exploration of identity. Participants will experiment with mirrors, props, fabric, and found objects to create portraits that camouflage identity rather than reveal it, challenging traditional ideas of portraiture.

This is a rare opportunity to meet and learn from the artist behind the exhibition Snakes and Mirrors, currently on display at Hurstville Museum & Gallery until 19 April 2026.

 

Saturday 21 March 2026

 

Address

Hurstville Museum & Gallery.
14 MacMahon Street, Hurstville.
 

Time

10.30am - 1.00pm.
 

Cost

$12.50.
 

Bookings

Bookings are essential, please call (02) 9330 6444 or click the button below to book online. 

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More information

• This event is suitable for ages 16 years and over.

• Bookings are essential for all activities.

• No refunds for cancellations or missed bookings.

• Program swapping is not permitted.

• Programs are fully supervised by qualified staff.

• While all reasonable precautions are taken, participation in the program is at the participants' own risk.

• The museum and its staff are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage sustained during the program unless caused by gross negligence.

For more information, please contact Hurstville Museum & Gallery on (02) 9330 6444 or museumgallery@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au.

Accessibility:
Hurstville Museum & Gallery is committed to providing inclusive services and programs. If you require additional assistance please contact us via phone (02) 9330 6444 and museumgallery@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au.

The workshop is beginner-friendly and open to all levels of photography experience. All materials are provided; just bring yourself and a willingness to experiment and have fun with photography.

About the Artist:
Petrina Hicks is internationally recognised for her photographic works that blur the boundaries between reality and fantasy. Her work has been exhibited worldwide and is highly regarded in the contemporary art world. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn directly from Petrina and gain insight into her creative process and professional practice.

To learn more about the exhibition, visit Snakes and Mirrors, a touring exhibition by the Museum of Australian Photography (MAPh).

Image credit: Petrina Hicks, Mnemosyne IV, 2024, pigment ink-jet print courtesy of the artist and Michael Reid Galleries (Sydney + Berlin).