2024 Ipswich Art Workshop

Located on the land of the Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul people, the Ipswich Art Workshop was established in response to the passionate feedback from our vibrant creative community. The Workshop can be found in d'Arcy Doyle Place between the Ipswich Art Gallery and the Ipswich Community Gallery in Ipswich Central.

Following consultations with the Ipswich Arts Advisory Group, a recommendation was made to council to introduce flexibility into the programming of the Ipswich Art Workshop for the first six months. The program has been carefully crafted with a combination of expressions of interest received, collaboration with industry advocates, and suggested workshops led by renowned artists.

Upcoming programmed workshops and artists in residence will be released in regular blocks to allow for opportunities to reflect and adjust the program as required.

Available Workshops

Free talks, gatherings and open doors

Past Workshops, Talks and Gatherings

Jewellery Making Workshop with Jess Blak

5.00 PM Friday 5 July
From $85 per person
Join jewellery designer, Jess Blak, for an immersive workshop where you'll learn how to craft your own unique ring or pendant using the lost wax casting technique.
Ceramic Workshop with Bonnie Hislop

2.00 PM Saturday 6 July
$75 per person
Join ceramic artist Bonnie Hislop in an imaginative workshop where you'll craft your own whimsical pet sculpture
Street Art Talk with Tervo

6.30 PM Monday 8 July
Free
Having honed his skills through graffiti, without formal art training, Tervo, now, seeks to give back to the graffiti community that shaped him, aiming to elevate vibrant graffiti culture within the broader arts landscape.
Starry night reinvented

5.30 PM Tuesday 9 July
$50 per adult, $20 per child
Let's reimagine the classic masterpiece under the stars. Bring your own twist to Van Gogh's iconic painting and let your imagination run wild.
Paint & Feed - Boorrumpah Goupong Aboriginal Corp.

9.00 AM Wednesday 10 July
Free
Join Boorrumpah Goupong Aboriginal Corporation between 9.00 AM and 12.00 PM for their Paint and Feed event to celebrate NAIDOC week. Join in a community painting process of a shared canvas for the group to display.
What is Placemaking? with Erin, Naomi and ICP

6.30 PM Wednesday 10 July
Free
Join Erin and Naomi to hear all about the concept of placemaking in an urban environment. The Ipswich Central Partnership (ICP) will be on hand to discuss their efforts in supporting the Revitalisation of Ipswich Central.
Ceramic Workshop with Jane du Rand

6.00 PM Thursday 11 July
$200 per person
Join Jane du Rand, a South African artist based in Ipswich, for an engaging 3-hour ceramic hand building workshop. Under her expert guidance, you'll learn to craft a lidded container adorned with a bird, combining Australia's native flora and fauna into a functional ceramic piece.
Lettering Workshop with Megan Designs

6.00 PM Friday 12 July
$65 per person
Join Megan Designs for an engaging hand lettering workshop tailored for beginners! Lismore born, Brisbane based, Megan is a passionate lettering artist, muralist and illustrator known for her meticulous compositions and delightful flourishes.
Cardboard Automaton Workshop

9.00 AM Saturday 13 July
$125 per person
Learn how to make your own charming automaton from reclaimed and easy to source materials. This workshop will give you an opportunity to explore how simple mechanisms can be used to infuse movement and joy into a collaged artwork.
"Open Doors" Hands on Interactive Workshop

9.00 AM Sunday 14 July
$45 per person
Join IPSARI for an immersive art experience featuring three talented artists, each showcasing their unique practices. During this engaging workshop, participants will rotate between stations in a round-robin format, gaining hands-on experience with various art techniques and mediums.
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4.30 PM Sunday 14 July
Free
Join Elena in this interactive session that encourages attendees to engage in discussions, share personal anecdotes and exchange practical strategies for connecting with subjects, fostering meaningful relationships and expanding their photographic endeavours.