BMI Fundraiser | Carols in Winter | Ballarat Singers & Little Brass Band
2022-07-25 17:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | BMI – Humffray Room, 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, 3350, Australia
Crafting Conversation: The Artists Edition

November 12

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5:00 pm

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7:30 pm

$25 – $35

Humffray Room

Session begins at 5:30pm

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Crafting Conversation

A Panel Series for Makers in Business

Real talk - Generous insight - A creative space to learn, reflect and connect

Artist Panel: Travis Price, Ben Sanders & Spencer Harrison

Our second edition moves across to the community of artists, featuring three Ballarat artists who work commercially, sharing their stories, challenges, and insights into what it really takes to build a sustainable creative business in Australia. Come for the conversation, stay for the community.

Travis Price is a Ballarat-based multi-disciplinary illustrator and graphic artist with over 25 years of experience across editorial, branding, animation and murals. Known for his bold, nostalgic style and playful use of typography, his work draws heavily on 80s and 90s pop culture. Travis has collaborated with leading brands and agencies across Australia and beyond, building a reputation as one of the country’s most distinctive creative voices.

Ben Sanders hasn’t stopped drawing since he landed his first illustration job at the age of 12. His career has spanned design, advertising and illustration, with clients including Cadbury, Harrods of London and The Natural Confectionery Co. Based in Ballarat, Ben is best known for his award-winning children’s books and bold, character-driven illustrations that appear everywhere from picture books to murals and packaging.

Spencer Harrison is an Australian artist exploring geometric abstraction through painting, sculpture, murals and installation. His work examines the balance between order and chaos, minimalism and maximalism, and is deeply rooted in a fascination with colour and form. Spencer’s major public commissions include collaborations with the Melbourne Immigration Museum, White Night and the City of Melbourne.

Travis Price

Ben Sanders

Spencer Harrison

The Series

Join us for Crafting Conversation, a quarterly panel discussion series presented by Make Good Things Happen, designed especially for Australian makers, artists, designers and creative small business owners.

These in-person events are an opportunity to hear from brilliant voices in the community as they share real stories about what it takes to build a sustainable, values-driven creative business in today’s world.

From jewellery to textiles, ceramics to woodwork, if you’re creating with heart and trying to make it work as a business, this space is for you.

'Come for the conversation, leave with clarity and community.'

Practical advice, honest storytelling and community minded conversation – Light refreshemtns served in a beautiful heritage venue – The chance to connect with other creatives and feel a little less alone.

Event Host - Angela D'Alton

Angela D’Alton is a curator, creative industry advocate, and co‑founder of Make Good Things Happen. With decades of experience supporting makers, artists, and designers, she champions Australia’s handmade community through events, mentoring, and sector development — connecting creatives with the tools, networks, and inspiration to thrive.

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Cost: $25 to $35 per person incl gst and bkg fee. Light refreshment provided.

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About Make Good Things Happen

Make Good Things Happen, is an online haven for makers, artists, and designers navigating the vibrant world of independent business. Born in the whirlwind of 2020, Make Good Things Happen is the brainchild of Angela D’Alton and Renée Baker, the dynamic duo behind D’Alton Baker Productions. With nearly two decades of experience in the Australian maker scene, they’ve transformed their passion into a platform that empowers creatives like you.

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This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work, learn and create. Always Was, Always Will Be, Aboriginal Land.

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Current Affairs Dialogue | Discussion Group
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Invention, innovation & environment display
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Ann Cleeves | In Conversation with Jock Serong | Now fully booked
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Ann Cleeves | In Conversation with Jock Serong | Now fully booked Copy
2022-08-18 18:30 - 19:30 | BMI – Minerva Space, 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, 3350

The Reading Room | 30 August
2022-08-30 10:30 - 12:00 | Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up, 512 Macarthur Street, Soldiers Hill, Victoria, 3350, Australia

Twilight Talks 2022 | Season 2 | Session 1
2022-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 | BMI – Humffray Room, 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, 3350, Australia

Twilight Talks 2022 | Season 2 | Session 2
2022-09-14 17:00 - 19:00 | BMI – Humffray Room, 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, 3350, Australia

'Mine-Field' Documentary Screening + QnA
2022-09-17 17:00 - 19:00 | BMI – Minerva Space, 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, 3350

Twilight Talks 2022 | Season 2 | Session 3
2022-09-21 17:00 - 19:00 | BMI – Humffray Room, 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, 3350, Australia

The Reading Room | 27 September 2022
2022-09-27 10:30 - 12:00 | Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up, 512 Macarthur Street, Soldiers Hill, Victoria, 3350, Australia

The Reading Room | NOW CANCELLED
2022-09-27 10:30 - 12:00 | Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up, 512 Macarthur Street, Soldiers Hill, Victoria, 3350, Australia

Twilight Talks 2022 | Season 2 | Session 4
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Current Affairs Dialogue | Discussion Group | NOW POSTPONED
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Book-making Workshop with Maggie Dannatt | One space available
2022-10-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up, 512 Macarthur Street, Soldiers Hill, Victoria, 3350, Australia
