Ghost Net Masterclass with Lavinia Ketchell, Erub Arts
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Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF) warmly invites you to explore our series of Masterclass events as part of the 2026 Public Program.
Learn from incredible artists, and be guided and inspired as they share their stories and knowledge of both ancient and contemporary techniques—then take home your own piece from the Fair!
Renowned artist from Erub Arts, Lavinia Ketchell, will take you through the unique and sustainably minded process of Ghost Net art.
With all materials provided in your kit, you’ll get to make your very own unique sculpture to take home!
Meet the Artist: Lavinia Ketchell is a true all-rounder and highly detailed ghost net artist. Her creative talents span across multiple mediums - including ceramics, charcoal, watercolour, and acrylic painting. Lavinia also brings her artistic flair to fashion, having showcased her work on the runway. She screen prints both her own designs and those of fellow artists onto shirts and fabrics, blending traditional practices with contemporary expression.
Meet the Art Centre: Founded in 2009, Erub Arts Centre shares cultural knowledge and perspectives while sustaining Erubian identity and culture through contemporary art. Located on the north-easternmost Torres Strait island, home to around 400 Erubam le (Erub people).
Be sure to stop by their DAAF booth and head to their website to learn more: www.erubarts.com.au
DAAF’s Public Program Masterclasses have been developed with both artist and participant experiences in mind. Masterclasses have a three hour time slot allocated so that participants can feel comfortable and grasp new techniques with confidence. Participant numbers are also capped to ensure an intimate experience.
Brought to you by Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair, the Public Program is proudly supported by the Northern Territory Government through Tourism and Events NT, Creative Australia, Copyright Agency Cultural Fund, McDonald’s Group and premium media partner Peppermint Magazine.
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Learn more about DAAF, and see what else is on in August here: https://daaf.com.au/daaf-2026/
Can’t make it in person? Or just want to take more in? Join us online: https://confirmsubscription.com/h/r/E759F4E72C940C052540EF23F30FEDED
Event Details
Ghost Net Masterclass with Lavinia Ketchell, Erub Arts
9:30am to 12:00pm on Friday 7 August 2026
DAAF, Outside Meeting Place
This event will be photographed and filmed.
If you do not wish to be shown in marketing material please contact [email protected].
Accessibility
We are committed to making DAAF a welcoming and accessible event for all. The venue is wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking spaces, ramps, elevators and bathrooms throughout. We will also have an Accessibility Liaison available to assist you with any enquiries you may have in the leadup and during the show.
If you have any specific accessibility needs you would like to share with us or would like our friendly team to contact you before the show, please let us know when you purchase your ticket. You can also contact our friendly team by emailing [email protected].
Click here for more information.
Learn from incredible artists, and be guided and inspired as they share their stories and knowledge of both ancient and contemporary techniques—then take home your own piece from the Fair!
Renowned artist from Erub Arts, Lavinia Ketchell, will take you through the unique and sustainably minded process of Ghost Net art.
With all materials provided in your kit, you’ll get to make your very own unique sculpture to take home!
Meet the Artist: Lavinia Ketchell is a true all-rounder and highly detailed ghost net artist. Her creative talents span across multiple mediums - including ceramics, charcoal, watercolour, and acrylic painting. Lavinia also brings her artistic flair to fashion, having showcased her work on the runway. She screen prints both her own designs and those of fellow artists onto shirts and fabrics, blending traditional practices with contemporary expression.
Meet the Art Centre: Founded in 2009, Erub Arts Centre shares cultural knowledge and perspectives while sustaining Erubian identity and culture through contemporary art. Located on the north-easternmost Torres Strait island, home to around 400 Erubam le (Erub people).
Be sure to stop by their DAAF booth and head to their website to learn more: www.erubarts.com.au
DAAF’s Public Program Masterclasses have been developed with both artist and participant experiences in mind. Masterclasses have a three hour time slot allocated so that participants can feel comfortable and grasp new techniques with confidence. Participant numbers are also capped to ensure an intimate experience.
Brought to you by Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair, the Public Program is proudly supported by the Northern Territory Government through Tourism and Events NT, Creative Australia, Copyright Agency Cultural Fund, McDonald’s Group and premium media partner Peppermint Magazine.
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Learn more about DAAF, and see what else is on in August here: https://daaf.com.au/daaf-2026/
Can’t make it in person? Or just want to take more in? Join us online: https://confirmsubscription.com/h/r/E759F4E72C940C052540EF23F30FEDED
Event Details
Ghost Net Masterclass with Lavinia Ketchell, Erub Arts
9:30am to 12:00pm on Friday 7 August 2026
DAAF, Outside Meeting Place
This event will be photographed and filmed.
If you do not wish to be shown in marketing material please contact [email protected].
Accessibility
We are committed to making DAAF a welcoming and accessible event for all. The venue is wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking spaces, ramps, elevators and bathrooms throughout. We will also have an Accessibility Liaison available to assist you with any enquiries you may have in the leadup and during the show.
If you have any specific accessibility needs you would like to share with us or would like our friendly team to contact you before the show, please let us know when you purchase your ticket. You can also contact our friendly team by emailing [email protected].
Click here for more information.
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Where is it happening?
Darwin Convention Centre, Waterfront Precinct, Darwin, NT, Australia, Northern Territory
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