Visit Helen’s gallery and cafe in the heart of Mullewa to see original paintings, fine art prints and collections in the country that inspires her work. Stay for barista made coffee, cakes, sandwiches or a cold drink while you are here.
A Homage to My Father and the Country We Love
Helen’s current exhibition brings together paintings shaped by the wildflower country around Mullewa, along with the birds, seeds, landscapes and family memories that have become part of her work.
The exhibition opened to a sold out audience at the Studio Gallery, with actor and filmmaker Myles Pollard officially opening the show.
At its heart is Helen’s relationship with her father, Don , and the country they explored together. Their connection to this landscape runs throughout this deeply personal collection.
View Original Paintings
Each wildflower season brings something different to the country around Mullewa. Through winter and spring, the bush comes alive with colour as native flowers appear across roadsides, reserves and walking trails.
Some flowers arrive in carpets while others are easily missed unless you slow down and look closely. Orchids, eremophilas, wattles, hakeas and everlastings are among the many flowers visitors can encounter around Mullewa and the surrounding Mid West.
Flowering times and locations change from week to week. Follow Helen to see what she is finding and painting around Mullewa as the season unfolds.
See What’s Blooming NowThere is plenty to see beyond the Studio Gallery. Make time for some of Mullewa’s best known wildflower experiences and discover a little more of the history and landscape that make this part of the Mid West so distinctive.
The remarkable wreath flower is one of the most sought after wildflowers in the region. During the flowering season, visitors travel out toward Pindar to find these unusual circular blooms growing low against the red earth.
The Mullewa Wildflower Walk is an easy way to slow down and see the smaller details of the season. Follow the trail through the local bush and look for the orchids, everlastings and native flowering plants that appear as conditions change.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is one of Mullewa’s most recognisable buildings and part of the town’s Monsignor Hawes story. Spend some time exploring the church and the heritage sites that reveal another side of Mullewa.
Helen’s work can also be found throughout Mullewa. Follow the mural trail to discover large scale public artworks around town and see more of Helen’s colour, flora and local stories out in the landscape itself.
Whether you are travelling to Mullewa for the wildflowers, exploring the Mid West or coming especially to see Helen’s work, make time to visit the gallery and cafe while you are here.
