All Weekends in July | 10am-4pm | Trail 5 | Gympie
Meet the Artists. Uncover a world of creative possibilities as artists open their studio doors across the Gympie region. From blacksmiths to textile artists - and everything in between - immerse yourself in the diversity of creativity on offer along the trail. See live demonstrations, join a workshop or try your hand yourself.
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Elli Webb’s leadlight studio, set amongst the rolling hills of Greens Creek is a tapestry of refracted light. Drawing inspiration from the natural beauty that surrounds her, the leadlight artist will share skills learnt in 25-years experience of honing her craft.
- Leadlighting and Tiffany demonstrations.
Address: 152 Cavanagh Road, Greens Creek
Phone: 0429 668 868
Email: ebwebb65@gmail.com
Socials: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555999445867&mibextid=PtKPJ9
Payment options: Cash, eftpos
Good to know: Wheelchair accessible. Friendly little aged dog. Commissions accepted.
Access: Park in front of the house (there is a drop off on the edge of the bitumen road) and come through the second metal gate near the garden shed to the left of the house and follow pathway to the studio.Image : Graceful Glass Go with the Flow Panel 2024 detail
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Step into the vibrant creative space of fashion designer, photographer, and flamboyant creative Cindy Vogel’s inner-city studio set in lush gardens. Cindy's one-off costumery and fashion garments have graced screens, stages and red carpets across the world, dressing Jaguar Jonze, Regurgitator and creating Lady Gaga’s famous millinery!
- Sewing and Millinery demonstrations.
Address: 15 Crown Road, Gympie
Phone: 0403291880
Email: cindylouvogels@gmail.com
Instagram: @cindyvogels
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecindyvogels/
Website: https://www.cindyvogels.com/
Good to know: Refreshments available.
Access: Signage at top of driveway. Enter through gate down the driveway on the right side of the house. Stairs to the back up to studio.Image : Cindy Vogels
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Welcome to The Maker’s Corner - an off-grid fabric shop and creative workshop space dedicated to intentional living, sustainable craft and the slow making movement. The Maker's corner offers a destination experience showcasing our beautiful Gympie and its talented creators. The Maker's Corner offers workshops including sewing, knitting, and sandal making.
Address: 11 Berrie Street, Gympie
Phone: 0402 973 096
Email: info@themakerscorner.com.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/makerscornergympie
Instagram: @The_Makers_Corner
Website: https://www.themakerscorner.com.au
Payment options: Cash, EFTPOS
Good to know: Wheelchair accessible. Off-street parking.Image : The Maker's Corner
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Visit Claudia Kruppel at Plant Presents for unique creative workshops, rare plants, plant designs, terrariums and locally handcrafted pottery.
Demonstrations
- Create a terrarium 12 o'clock to 1pm, $15 pp.
- Sundays 12o'clock to 1pm how to make a Kokedama (hanging moss ball with small plat) $15
- Saturdays 11am Artisan Potter conversations
- Contact the artist for more information and bookings
Address: 18 Spicer Street, Gympie
Phone: 0428853990
Email: claudiakruppel@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plantpresents
Instagram: plantpresents
Website: https://www.plantpresents.com
Payment options: Cash, Eftpos.
Good to know: Shop. Commissions accepted.
Access: Come down the driveway.Image : Plant Presents
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Experience the unforgettable at Trish and Graham's Uniqueartz Studio. Meander through their serene garden and indoor gallery and be mesmerised by an eclectic selection of art.
- By appointment: Night viewing of illuminated garden 6_7.30 PM 6th July and 27 July.
- Contact the artists for more information and bookings
Address: 4 Heights Drive, Gympie
Phone: 0428524469
Email: ramsaytrish5@gmail.com
Instagram: ramsay.trish
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trish.ramsay1591
Payment options: Cash, Paypal, Bank Transfer
Access: Ring front doorbell.Image : Uniqueartz sundial steampunklight centurion brass copper 2022
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Jaine Jackson is an award-winning artist and stepping into her gallery/studio, you immediately experience the emotional impact of her unique and bold works. Watch a work of art in progress and add your mark. .
- Portraiture workshops $100 pp.
- Contact the artist for more information and bookings.
Address: 8 Lapis Court, Southside
Phone: 0417 788 986
Email: jainejacksonart@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jainejacksonstudio
Instagram: www.instagram.com/jainejacksonart
Website: https://www.jainejackson.com.au
Payment options: Cash, Paypal.
Good to know: Shop. Parking available at end of driveway - limited to 4 vehiclesImage : Jaine Jackson Child Charcoal on watercolour paper 2024
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At PK Steel creations Peter Smith creates wonderful steel sculptures utilising recycled materials. Peter's creative passion brings much flair to his pieces. Peter welcomes custom design and enjoys creating custom commissions for clients. Come and meet Peter and look at his portfolio and current works. A must see on your trail journey.
Address: 11 De Castella Rd, The Palms
Phone: 0411226132
Email: pksteelcreations@gmail.com
Payment options: Cash, Bank Transfer
Good to know: Wheelchair accessible. Two friendly dogs. Commissions accepted.Image : PK Steel
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In their idyllic studios nestled in tranquil grounds along the Mary River Gavin and Dee Hewitt create in wood, clay, block printing, textiles, paint and mixed media.
- Make and take Wood block printing 30 minutes, $10
- Gammill Longarm quilting machine available for demonstration by request.
- Adult and student art classes, workshops and retreats offered by qualified and award winning artists with many years of experience and stories to share.
- Contact the artists for more information and bookings.
Address: 212 De Castella Rd, The Palms
Phone: 0448007298
Email: dee-jay-tee@hotmail.com
Payment options: Cash, EFTPOS, Bank Transfer
Good to know: Wheelchair accessible. Easy parking inside property or on the streetImage : Denim Blue
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Feel the serenity at Milly Hine's studio at Serpentine Ridge Bush Mountain Retreat, only 25mins drive from Gympie. Milly draws inspiration from the bush at her door, experimenting with mixed media and earth pigments, clays, crystals & plants. Join a relaxing art workshop and tour the glorious surrounding bushland.
Address: 578 Upper Widgee Road, Widgee
Phone: 0484002771
Email: mhzvibrations@gmail.com
Payment options: Cash, Bank transfer.
Good to know: . Bitumen all the way out. Gravel driveway. Careful of the wallabies. Friendly dog. Refreshments available, There are wheel chair accessible toilets at the Widgee General store & at Marg Mackintosh park where you can also camp.
Access: At 578 gateway follow the signs along driveway straight up to the creek crossing & you will see the large building with the studio on the left hand side. Park where signs indicate. If you can't walk far, park right in driveway at Gallery entrance in front of roller doors.Image : Milly's Art from the HeArt
For all enquiries please contact
- Fenella Jolly
- Officer Arts and Cultural Development
- Email: radf@gympie.qld.gov.au
Gympie Region Studio Trails 2024 is a Council Initiative under the Regional Artists Development Fund. The Regional Arts Development Fund is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Gympie Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.
This project was made possible by the Australian Government’s Regional Arts Fund, provided through Regional Arts Australia, administered in Queensland by Flying Arts Alliance.