Abbotsford Convent

𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞: 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 ⚡️

Across two evenings, 𝘓𝘢𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘺 𝘚𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 bring together artists working at the edges of sound, performance, film and installation. From immersive sonic environments to live experimental works, each session activates the heritage architecture in unexpected ways.

Foregrounding listening, perception and immersive practice, 𝘓𝘢𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘺 𝘚𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 is about discovery and encounter—an invitation to drift, explore and engage deeply with sound and space as they unfold across the evening.

𝘍𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨:

Akio Suzuki & Hiromi Miyakita (J*P)
Maria Moles & Chloë Sobek (AUS)
Amby Downs (Yuwalaraay/Gamilaraay)
Ai Yamamoto (J*P/AUS)

The Sky After Rain | Blame the Shadows (IRN)
Ecological Adaptation | Yandell Walton (AUS)

Plus, settle into winter with the Laundry Bar for an intimate night of music and discovery after dark.

𝟭𝟬 & 𝟭𝟭 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆
𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝘆

🔗 Discover more and book: https://bit.ly/4eW4LXZ

Laundry Sessions is presented by Abbotsford Convent as part of WinterLive.
Supported by Room40.

Image: The Sky After Rain by Pippa Samaya.

WinterLIVE: Laundry Sessions Across two evenings, Laundry Sessions bring together artists working at the edges of sound, performance, film and installation. From immersive sonic environments to live experimental works, each session activating the heritage architecture in unexpected ways.

Today is Giving Day, and if the Convent has ever been part of your story, we’re asking you to be part of ours.

The Convent is loved, made, shared, grown and sustained by many. By the artists, tenants, volunteers, gardeners, visitors, families, supporters and people like you who bring this place to life.

Your donation today helps keep the Convent open, creative and accessible for everyone.
If this place has ever meant something to you, please consider giving now.

Donate today via the link below. Every contribution helps.
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This month, we're thrilled to welcome Richard Lewer to the Convent for a three month artist residency in the historic Packing Room.

Richard is a painter, draughtsman, printmaker, sculptor and video artist whose work offers an unflinching exploration of the human condition.

In a remarkable coincidence, shortly after confirming the residency, Richard won the 2026 Archibald Prize for his portrait of Pitjantjatjara Elder, senior artist and ngangkari (traditional healer) Iluwanti Ken.

“I’m excited to be the next Abbotsford Convent Artist-in-Residence,” Richard says. “It will be really nice to make work there. I can’t wait to get to know the creative community.”

Richard’s residency has been made possible through the generous support of arts philanthropists Michael Schwarz and David Clouston. 🌟

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/43rpahg

As part of this year's WinterLIVE program, Los Angeles-based interdisciplinary vocalist, composer, vocal embodiment coach and sound meditation practitioner Odeya Nini presents 𝗩𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗵.

Her work reclaims the voice as an instrument, extending the resonance of vocal expression and magnifying the voice's capacity to touch all it encounters in tender, heartbreaking and ecstatic ways.

Join us for Winter Solstice weekend, surrender to vibration and deeply feel.

𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲
𝗢𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆

🔗 Discover more: https://bit.ly/4uQgjS5

Image by Elena Mann.

Desk space available | Design by Nature 🍃

Two desk spaces are available in this stunning light-filled Mercator Building studio.

Warm, plant-filled and full of creative energy, the studio has high ceilings, timber floors, large windows overlooking gum trees, shared lounge and meeting areas, a kitchenette, wi-fi, storage options and regular cleaning.

Set beside the Birrarung/Yarra River and Collingwood Children’s Farm, and close to eateries, bike paths and easy parking, it’s an inspiring, peaceful base for creatives who value purpose, beauty and connection to nature.

To enquire, please reach out to [email protected]

Images courtesy of Design by Nature.