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    Locations

    The Western Sydney Creative Centres are a network of creative learning centres based across Western Sydney.

    These centres are located in:

    • Campbelltown
    • Kingswood
    • Lidcombe
    • Nirimba (Quakers Hill)
    • Blue Mountains

    Building possibilities

    Studying at TAFE NSW Western Sydney Creative Centres offers numerous opportunities for skills development, including:

    • creative exploration
    • access to experienced and award-winning instructors
    • collaboration and networking within the community
    • comprehensive practical training
    • building a creative portfolio

    Our facilities

    Western Sydney Creative Centres offer purpose-built studios that cater to various creative and design disciplines. 

    These include:

    • fashion-specific facilities
    • performance spaces
    • sound recording studios.

    Our centres also feature:

    • labs set up for both PC and MAC
    • versatile workshop areas
    • libraries with collaborative workspaces
    • access to Adobe Creative Cloud

    Meet our teachers

    A headshot image of Lydia Kullik smiling at the camera. She is wearing a bright coloured patterned shirt over a black top, and has bright red hair and glasses.

    Lydia Kullik

    Head Teacher, Campbelltown Design
    Lydia is an award-winning illustrator/designer with more than 20 years of experience. She has received many industry awards such as ARIA, ECHO, ADMA, Bronze Lion & American Illustration.
    A headshot image of Andy Jenkinson smiling at the camera. He is wearing a dark grey collared shirt and has a salt-and-pepper moustache and beard.

    Andy Jenkinson

    Head Teacher, Entertainment
    Andy has worked for nearly 40 years in all manner of studio and live production environments. His work includes producing and recording musical artists, mixing audio and theatre production support.
    A headshot image of Craig Daalmeijer-Power smiling at the camera. He is wearing a black collared shirt and has a grey beard.

    Craig Daalmeijer-Power

    Head Teacher, Photo Screen Games
    Craig is the Head Teacher of Photo Screen Games with over 25 years of experience in the creative industry. He holds multiple accreditations, with expertise in graphic design, video editing, photography, UX/UI design, and digital media.

    Meet our graduates

    A headshot image of Rhonda Sampson smiling at the camera. She is wearing a white shirt. She has long dark hair and glasses.

    Rhonda Sampson

    Rhonda operates her own design business, focusing on contemporary Aboriginal graphic design that offers innovative solutions to business challenges. “By completing my diploma I was able to fill the gaps and learn more than I expected.”
    A headshot image of Aidan Williams smiling at the camera. He is wearing a bright yellow and black tartan shirt.

    Aidan Williams

    Professional adventure-sports photographer, Aidan Williams always knew TAFE NSW was where he wanted to learn photography. “Learning the practical elements is an integral part in photography.”
    A headshot image of Kylie Ryan smiling at the camera. She is wearing a black shirt. She has long blonde hair and bright red lipstick.

    Kylie Ryan

    Accomplished musician, Kylie Ryan is a graduate of the Certificate IV in Music Industry (Performance). Her tenacity and talent has now seen her score a Country Music Artist Development Deal in the US.

    Priscilla Yarnelle

    Priscilla, a Sydney-based Samoan fashion designer incorporates traditional Samoan “Elei” prints in her designs. Her creations have been worn by celebrities at the MTV Awards, including Parris Goebel, the choreographer for Jennifer Lopez and Rhianna.

    Priscilla is focused on:

    • building her brand sustainably, and
    • honouring her family’s cultural legacy.

    She says, “The diploma offers the perfect blend of creative and business elements needed to succeed in a fashion career.”

    A model showcases a striking long, black-and-white dress with intricate patterns while posing on a pier. The dress features a plunging neckline and an asymmetrical hem, complemented by a flowing silhouette. There are blurred figure in the background further down the pier enjoying the clear sunny day.

    Aidan Williams

    Aidan is a multi-award-winning adventure sports photographer who has worked for many publications.

    These include:

    • National Geographic
    • The Times
    • The Sydney Morning Herald
    • Red Bull
    • The North Face
    • Black Diamond.

    “TAFE NSW gave me the foundations of my craft and the fundamental skills I needed to succeed in my career. Studying photography with TAFE NSW was not only one of the best decisions I made for myself personally, but for my career,” says Aidan.

    A high-angle photograph by Aiden Williams shows a person in an orange top and shorts tightrope walking between two mountains. In the background, a scenic beach cove features white cliffs adorned with greenery.

    Begin your creative education

    Ready to dive into design, fashion business, screen and media, live production, visual arts and more? At the Western Sydney Creative Centres, there's a course tailored just for you. Explore your passion today.

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