Artist Workshop | Saltwater Alchemy with Etza Meisyara

Etza Meisyara is one of a new generation of contemporary Indonesian artists whose practice encompasses sound, installation and experimental drawings on metal. Working across music and visual art, she uses processes of oxidisation and sound to transform energy into different forms.

Join Etza for a workshop creating atmospheric images on brass using experimental sea water chemistry. The workshop will be held on the picturesque grounds of MAGNT using saltwater collected at Bundilla Beach

Suitable for aged 16+ | $40.00 per person | Enclosed footwear must be worn | Bookings essential

Ticket price incldues workshop materials.

Key Information

This workshop involves the use of abrasive chemicals. Personal protective equipment will be provided but please wear enclosed footwear.

Please register at the Information Desk in the Foyer 15 minutes prior to the start of the program.

As part of our commitment to pest control and the protection of MAGNT Collections for future generations, no food or beverage can be consumed inside the Discovery Centre which will be utilised as part of this workshop.

Please bring bottled water to remain hydrated but remember no other cold or hot beverages are allowed inside Discovery Centre.

MAGNT Conditions of Entry

Food and beverage is not permitted inside MAGNT gallery spaces, Theatrette and/or Discovery Centre. All snacks and drink bottles must be stowed in a locker behind the Information Desk.

Bottled water is permitted on the understanding the bottle is carried in a bag at all times and no water is consumed inside MAGNT gallery spaces.

Backpacks and large bags, greater than 30 cm on any one side (width, depth and/or length) must be stowed in a locker.

Nappy bags greater than 30 cm on any one side and/or containing liquids and food must also be stowed in a locker.

All organic material in your possession, including flowers and/or feathers collected on MAGNT grounds must be disposed of or left at the Information Desk before entering the galleries, Theatrette and/or Discovery Centre.

MAGNT acknowledges the traditional owners of Country across the Northern Territory and beyond, and pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Image: Etza Meisyara, artist. Photo: Courtesy of the artist.

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