We work with a diverse array of artists through workshops, mentoring, skill-sharing and artist-in-residence programs.
Our vision is to empower artists to create new work, increase confidence in their practice and present their work to the community.
DRAW PORTLAND
October 11th & 12th, 2025
THE PORTLAND FOUNDATIONS
Artworks by Brenda Stance, photo by Carolyn Hide
On the weekend of October 11 & 12, The Foundations, in association with Harrie Fasher Studio, warmly invites you to Draw Portland.
For two days the entire creative precinct will be open to the public to explore and draw its extraordinary natural and industrial settings.
Professional artists including National Art School alumni will be in town on the Saturday, providing free guidance to anyone who wants or needs assistance.
The vibe will be welcoming, inclusive, relaxed and fun.
All skill levels welcome!!
SUMMER HOLIDAY WORKSHOP PROGRAM
Summer 2025/26
THE PORTLAND FOUNDATIONS
Jody Graham’s studio tools
An array of workshops will be held in alignment with Harrie’s solo show, Before Dawn.
These workshops will be held in collaboration with Orange Regional Gallery and National Art School Alumni.
Inquire below with area of interest: steel construction, bronze, ceramics, drawing.
THE SQUATTERS ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE
THE PORTLAND FOUNDATIONS
Photo by Nic Mason
The Squatters Artist-in-Residence program offers artists a residency of up to 4 weeks in a two bedroom Victorian era cottage at The Foundations precinct.
The residency is now co-ordinated by Arts OutWest. Please refer to the Arts OutWest website for more information.
THE FOUNDATIONS MENTORSHIP
THE PORTLAND FOUNDATIONS
The Foundations Mentorship is an extended program that supports select emerging artists by offering creative guidance and critique, access to studio and living space, hands-on training in the bronze foundry and Harrie Fasher Studio, and opportunities to connect with a vibrant creative community across regional and metropolitan NSW.
Participation in the program is currently by invitation only. Inquiries welcome.
Past and current mentees include:
LIFE MODELLING
THE PORTLAND FOUNDATIONS
Our community life modelling classes are currently on hold.
To be resumed in 2026.
Exploring the body form through the worlds of drawing, painting, sculpting, or whatever interesting medium you would like to bring to class.
All skills and levels welcome!