Malvern Artists’ Society (MAS) is a not-for-profit company managed by a Board of Directors (Committee), comprised of members, elected by members. It is supported by an ongoing Hanging Sub-Committee and other Sub-Committees as established from time to time. Day-to-day affairs of the Gallery, Studio and Membership are overseen by our dedicated MAS Manager.
I became an MAS member in 2011 and established the Monday Night Open Studio group in 2014. In 2022 I joined the Committee and became Secretary later that year. My painting style may best be described as semi-abstract. The mediums I enjoy working with include acrylic on canvas and watercolour on either Yupo or watercolour paper.
I learnt oil painting with Carmel Mahony at MAS in the mid 90’s for a number of years, before joining as a member in 2008. Serving on the Committee since 2017, including as President, I have also been involved with maintenance work and researching and cataloging the archives.
Catriona is a past President and an experienced board member. She has a cross-media arts practice; and is currently working primarily in textiles, sculpture and mixed media. Catriona is also a lawyer with particular expertise regarding corporate governance.
Linda was born in Red Cliffs, in the heart of the Victorian Sunraysia district, and moved to Melbourne in the sixties. As a teenager she enjoyed drawing but did not pursue her love of art until much later. Linda works mainly in watercolour. Her subjects include landscapes, portraits and 3D artworks incorporating textiles. She has been President twice and is a Life Member.
Toula first joined MAS in 2014. The joy of painting in different mediums, fostered by wonderful teachers, has opened the door to many enriching experiences including, studies in Visual Arts, workshops within Australia, France and the Greek Islands, volunteering at the Geelong Gallery, and meeting the most wonderful like-minded people along the way.
Wendy joined MAS in 2018. Driven to experiment and continually try new things, she enjoys painting across all mediums and is also a printer and potter. Malvern Artists Society has been an important part of her development as an artist through classes and group studio sessions.
I joined MAS in 2014 as part of a transition from oil painting to watercolour, learning under the ever patient tutelage of Joan Richard. As part of MAS, I’ve met wonderful artists, both teachers and fellow painters, with whom I can struggle and strive towards an ultimate masterpiece.
Amanda has had a lifelong love of painting and drawing. She currently works in oil and watercolour, but has previously enjoyed life drawing, acrylics and pastels. The support of MAS since 2011 has been pivotal to her ongoing artistic journey.
Julie grew up in north-central Victoria and has a life-long love of painting. She works in oils and has also recently taken up pen and ink so that she can sketch when travelling. Being part of MAS provides comradeship and inspiration from fellow artists in her journey to become a better painter.
Brendan Joined the MAS Committee in 2026 after several years of membership. He is experienced working with community groups, including First Nations people in remote communities. Brendan is a sculptor working primarily in bronze and other metals, with his own foundry and metal fabrication studio.
Fiona has been MAS Manager since 2013. She enjoys interacting with creative people and being immersed in all the different types of art at MAS. The most rewarding aspects of her work are helping artists find the best way to develop and promote their art, and seeing the benefits, satisfaction and friendships that result.
