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The Sketching Salon: Draw Like a Pro!

04 September 2024
Bring out your inner artist and sketch iconic Australian wildlife.

Celebrate and sketch the iconic Australian animals that once roamed the gardens of Empress Joséphine's Garden at Malmaison, Paris.

Get inspiration from the exquisite Australian taxidermy specimens on display and from the Empress Joséphine's Garden exhibition (admission fees apply).

Before photography, drawing and sketching were essential skills for capturing the beauty of the natural world—a practice embraced by many during France's era of Enlightenment.

Use one of the WA Maritime Museum's nifty camera lucida devices to become a master artist! Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, this early invention will guide your hand and help you bring your observations to life. Give it a try and see the world through an artist's eyes!

Suitable for ages 7+.

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