Hear from a selection of Castaways Sculpture Awards Main Exhibition artists about their concepts and creative processes in designing and developing a sculpture of exhibition standard. Learn how their works evolved from initial ideas and material choices to the engineering required to bring each piece to life.
Pick up a free exhibition catalogue from the Information Tent between 9am and 5pm and check the latest session times.
Artist talks are free and bookings are not required. Just meet at the artist's sculpture on the Foreshore before the scheduled start time.
Session times
Sunday 25 October
- 10am: Ben Veljacich
- 10.30am: Sheryl Chant
- 11am: Anita Staaden
- 11.30am: Alan and Loren Brinck
- 12pm: Tia Monument
- 1pm: Chamonix Higginson
- 1.30pm: Claire Garcia-Webb
- 2pm: Sean Adamas
- 2.30pm: Rene Lehner
Saturday 31 October
- 10am: Mike Walmsley
Sunday 1 November
- 10.30am: Marite Norris
- 11am: Liliana Stafford
- 11.30am: Georgia Zoric
Accessibility
The City of Rockingham is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming experience where everyone can enjoy the Castaways Sculpture Awards. Check the Visit Castaways page for detailed information on accessibility at Castaways, such as:
- Tactile Tours
- Beach wheelchairs and walkers
- Beach matting
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible parking.
If you require assistance planning your visit or have specific accessibility requirements, please contact the City before your visit.
Artwork credit: Nicole Steenhof, Unravelling Grief, 2023.
Event Sessions:
25 October 2026, 10am-3pm
31 October 2026, 10am-10.30am
1 November 2026, 10.30am-12pm
