Our Committee and supporting members

2025/2026 President

I would like to acknowledge and thank all MSWPS Members for their confidence and support in entrusting me with this esteemed role.

Please know that I am always approachable, with a listening ear, and open to all suggestions submitted to the society’s committee.

Vice-President

I'm pleased to be selected for the MSWPs Committee. I am looking forward to helping expand MSWPs profile in the community & support the longevity of this wonderful institution of female artists.

Honorary Secretary and Membership Secretary

Beatrice is a contemporary Australian multi-media artist and has been exhibiting for a number of years. She has participated in Art Residencies in both Australian and overseas art residencies.

Beatrice has worked as a gallery assistant at the Bridget McDonnell Gallery, and worked with a number of community art groups, helped with their publicity, websites and exhibitions.

If members wish to contact Beatrice about their membership please use the contact page on the website.

Honorary Treasurer

I became a member of MSWPS just before COVID in 2020 – that and being a regional member from West Gippsland meant my first few years of membership were not very active and so I don’t know many members. This year I have taken on the role of Treasurer and am looking forward to working alongside other committee members to help with to the running of this unique creative society of women artists that has such a rich heritage.

Bulletin Editor

Members Meetings Sub Committee

I joined MSWPS in 1993, and it wasn't long before Joan Richard encouraged me to join the committee. I've served as President twice, first for the usual two-year term and again for three years. Currently, I'm the Vice President. I bring valuable planning experience and a historical perspective to the committee. I enjoy the company of our members and love organizing engaging activities. I also have a vast library of photographs of our members and events.

General Committee

General Committee

I am excited to be elected to the committee and to be working with such an experienced professional team of women. I will be assisting with the members meetings. Melbourne is known as the city of Art and we hope to choose the best for MSWPS. I am also always open to input so feel free to share your ideas.

Website Management

Katherine will manage the website in 2026. A refreshing recent member, Katherine is keen to engage further within the administration and communication of the society.

Life Drawing Coordinator

Life Drawing Coordinator

Archivist

My work is based on the diverse and untidy traces that are often the remains of our urban and natural environment. Much of my work is an on-going investigation from information in my sketchbooks, notations and observations of my own environment. The materials of collage and mixed media allow me to develop a layering of what dwells beneath our daily lives.