VCE Folio Development Day at MPRG

VCE, VCE VET and VCE VM art and design students are invited to MPRG for a folio supercharging with a full day of inspiration, expert guidance and practical development. With MPRG currently showing Michael Vale’s major exhibition The Cuckoo, the Herring, and the Trembling Tambourines students will work in the gallery space with Michael, generating ideas and visual strategies inspired by his richly imaginative works and creative process.

You’ll be guided through Eleesa Howard’s exhibition, and our 2026 VCE exhibition New Wave by MPRG Creative Learning Officer Amanda Shone, and industry experts from Deakin University and Chisholm Institute will share what they look for in strong folios, discuss creative pathways, and share tips on how to confidently speak about your work.

Students will have the rare opportunity to engage in one‑on‑one sessions with these experts—ask questions, get personalised feedback, refine ideas, and learn new tools to elevate your folio.

What to Expect

• Hands‑on folio development activities inside the gallery
• Artist insights into process, practice and building complex visual worlds
• Building skills in research, finding inspiration and, idea generation and refinement
• Gain insider tips for tertiary interviews, applications and presenting your artwork
• One‑on‑one sessions with artists and educators
• A chance to explore the exhibitions up close and respond through art making and folio building

BYO visual arts dairy, all other art materials will be provided.

1 hour break will be included, we suggest you BYO lunch.

If the cost of this program is prohibitive, please contact [email protected]

IMAGE CREDIT: Art Creative Practice, Helena Choo, 2024

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