Western Australia Wayzgoose 2025

A one-day celebration of letterpress printing. A meet up of letterpress printers, printmakers, graphic designers, print curious, and people who just want to try something new! The day includes demos, print workshops on vintage presses and talks… All are welcome - no prior printing history required.

THE DETAILS

Date: Saturday 14th June 2025 

Time: 9:30am to 3:30pm

Location: Bright Press, located in the Village section within Whiteman Park. Enter via Beechboro Rd (enter from Hepburn Ave) or Drumpellier Dr (aka the old Lord St).

Morning Session - Guest Speakers & Printing Press Demo

- James Bryans, printmaker, and former North Metro TAFE Letterpress Artist in Resident

- Billie Seaman, graphic designer, and former North Metro TAFE Letterpress Artist in Resident

- Diana Azzam, artist, and former North Metro TAFE Letterpress Artist in Resident

- Geoff Moor presenting the restoration of New Norcia’s Abbey Press

Afternoon Session - Letterpress & Printmaking Workshops

- Letterpress printing specimen sheet (Courtesy of Perth Letterpress Workshop at North Metro TAFE)

- Letterpress printing workshop with Phil Gambrill 

- Collagraph Letters with Dominque Coiffait 

- Lego and Ludlow printing with Ann Ong, Phil Brook and Geoff Moor 

Following Wayzgoose, you are invited to join us from 3:30pm to 5:30pm for the opening of “Bright Press and Fresh Lemon Print’s 2025 Print Exchange Exhibition”.

Please bring an apron or old shirt you are willing to get ink and dirt on for the printing workshops.

Warmest regards, 

Ann Ong (Bright Press), and Perth Letterpress Workshop at North Metropolitan TAFE

NB: Western Australia Wayzgoose 2025 poster designed by Fresh Lemon Print

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FAQs

What the heck is a WAYZGOOSE?

Wayzgoose was originally an entertainment given by a master-printer to his workmen to mark the beginning of the season of working by candlelight. In later use, it meant an annual festivity held in summer by the employees of a printing establishment, consisting of a dinner and (usually) an excursion into the country. In more recent times it has become a celebration held by printing and printmaking studios/communities where artists, craftspeople, technicians and printers get together to celebrate their work with their friends and families. (Cited from NERAM)

Where is Bright Press?

Bright Press is located within the Village section of Whiteman Park. You can enter from Drumpellier Dr and Beechboro Road entrances. If you are using Google Maps/ Apple Maps/ Waze to find us, please type in "Bright Press" as it has been pinned. The Bright Press building doesn't actually have a street name or number.

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

If you are using public transport, Whiteman Park train station is located outside the main entrance of Whiteman Park. You will still need to walk 10-15 mins into the park to reach Bright Press. If you are driving, there is plenty of parking around the Village section of the park.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please do not hesitate to email us at hello@brightpress.com.au

Will lunch be provided?

There will be a lunch break during the event, however we will not be providing lunch. Please bring your own or purchase lunch from the park's Village Cafe or King's Urban in Mussel Pool. Bring your lunch and hang out with fellow Wayzgoosers in the Pavillon (opposite Bright Press) where the morning session will be held.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, it is not necessary. We love paper but we won't require you to print your ticket.

What's the refund policy?

We would love for you to join us at the Wayzgoose. But we understand sometimes unexpected circumstances occur, and you are unable to attend the event. Refunds are available up to 3 days before the event. 

What's the liabilities & responsibilities situation?

Bright Press accepts no liability for illness, injury, loss or damage to persons or personal belongings during the course of the event. Bright Press can accept no responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in the services to be provided.