Dalwallinu Arts Festival
Dalwallinu Arts Festival
Family friendly event with lots to see and do!
The 2025 Dalwallinu Arts Festival is scheduled for Friday 12th and Saturday 13th September.
The exhibition showcases the talent of Western Australian and interstate artists, with the opportunity to purchase throughout the entire exhibition.
Friday 12th September - Opening Times 10am to 10pm
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Access to view the gallery during all opening hours.
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Official opening and presentation of prizes from 7pm with a complimentary wine and cheese night.
Saturday 13th September - Opening Times 10am to 5pm
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Access to view the gallery during all opening hours.
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Makers Market open 10am to 3pm with a range of fantastic, artisan stalls to explore.
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Workshops are available for all members of the community. Bookings essential prior to the day.
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Fresh morning tea and lunch options and a coffee van will be available all day.
Festival Admission
Admission into the festival is a flat price of $5 (2025 price TBC), which includes entry into both days.
Artists
For information regarding how to enter your art into the exhibition visit the Entries page.
Artist in Residence
We are thrilled to welcome Ross Potter as the Artist in Residence for the 2025 Dalwallinu Arts Festival.
Ross is a Kamilaroi artist based in Walyalup/Fremantle, known for his breath taking graphite drawings that capture the beauty and fragility of the world around us. His highly detailed, often large-scale works bring attention to the intricate details of everyday life, making us pause and reflect.
You may recognize Ross’s work from:
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Tricia the Elephant – a life-size drawing for Fremantle Arts Centre’s Animaze: Amazing Animals for Kids
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WHALE – a stunning piece displayed at Boola Bardip WA Museum for High Tide 17 Fremantle Biennale
With natural decay as a recurring theme, Ross’s art challenges us to rethink our relationship with nature and the environment. His career includes multiple residencies—from Cossack Art Award (2019) to Iceland (2024)—and numerous accolades, including being a Lester Prize finalist and winner of the Leonora Art Prize (2019).
We can’t wait to see the incredible work Ross creates during his time in Dalwallinu! Stay tuned for updates on his residency and upcoming workshops.
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