With Gai Southwell
What the Workshop Is
Woven Wednesday is a relaxed monthly weaving and cultural workshop series presented at The Gallery, operated by Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance. Held on the first Wednesday of each month from March to November 2026, the workshops invite participants to slow down, sit together, share stories, and create with their hands in a welcoming and creative environment. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch, spend time in the gallery, and yarn about Aboriginal culture, creativity and connection while learning weaving techniques guided by artist Gai Southwell. The sessions explore weaving as both a creative and meditative practice, connecting contemporary making with culture, story and community.
No prior experience is necessary, making the workshops suitable for beginners and experienced makers alike.
Bookings essential | Limited to 8 participants per session to support personal tuition and workshop safety.
Workshop Focus
3 June 2026 | Small Bowl Workshop | With Gai Southwell
Create your own small woven bowl using natural fibres while learning foundational weaving techniques and exploring the calming rhythm of weaving practice.
1 July 2026 | Earrings Workshop | With Gai Southwell
Discover the art of wearable weaving by creating your own woven earrings using contemporary materials and techniques inspired by cultural weaving traditions.
Additional monthly weaving workshops will continue throughout 2026, with upcoming themes and workshop focuses to be announced.
What’s Included
- Guided weaving workshop
- Use of weaving tools and materials
- Natural fibres and creative materials
- Cultural yarning and creative connection
- Tea and coffee
- Safe, welcoming and inclusive environment
About the Facilitator
Gai Southwell
Gai of Manhuti WalkAbout Weaving is a contemporary Aboriginal artist whose practice spans weaving, jewellery and photography.
Her work reflects stories gathered through her travels across New South Wales and Queensland, exploring themes of place, culture, connection and shared experience. Through her workshops, Gai shares weaving as both an artistic and meditative practice, encouraging participants to slow down, connect and create together in a supportive environment.
Presented by Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance
Supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW
The Gallery
6 Park Ave, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450