We are a vibrant, diverse community where there is always an interesting activity or event to get along to.
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Here we list some of our favourite upcoming events, scroll down to see what’s on. Please choose the filter to search for particular events like ARTS, SENIORS and YOUTH eg.
Japanese calligraphy workshop for children or families with young children for Mother's Day. Maiko, your calligraphy instructor will guide you through the basics, teaching you the proper techniques and strokes to create a beautiful piece to take home after the event. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Japanese art form and find your Japanese favourite…
The Really Really Free Market (RRFM) is a community gathering based on the concept of giving. It is a demonstration of building community based on sharing resources, abundance, reuse, recycling, caring for one another and improving the collective lives of all. Everything is 100% free! By booking a table, you will receive a 2mx2m space…
Would you like to draw plants accurately but aren’t sure how to go about it? This workshop will introduce you to botanical drawing. You will be guided through the process of observing plant parts, learning to draw them accurately and labelling them using basic botanical terms. You will get an idea of what is involved…
Ever wondered why some paintings 'catch the eye' and another doesn't? Could be subject, colours, shape or many other factors. But a planned composition shows us how all the parts of an image can be 'put together' to create a visually pleasant outcome. In a good composition the eye will know exactly where the focus…
Pen and watercolour, also called “line and wash”, is an effective combination for travel and nature journals. The ink lines give clear definition while the quick-drying watercolour wash allows for gentle and free flowing expression. This workshop will suit people with some basic drawing and watercolour experience who would like to experiment with combining pen…
Free networking session for all artists and creatives living in Kingborough, please come along and meet your fellow artists and creatives! This session will be led by Emma from Apple Box Studio. Web link: appleboxstudiotas.com.au Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Apple Box Studio, a bold new initiative supporting emerging creatives in film, TV, theatre, games,…
Join Georgia Shine for a morning of drawing with tone. As an artist, musician and Alexander Technique teacher, Georgia has a wealth of experience and creative approaches to bring to your drawing journey. Suitable for beginners to well-established drawers, this class will feature a series of fun and inspiring warm-ups, followed by a dive into the…
Whether you are seasoned knitters or starting out, this workshop will guide you step-by-step through the basics of sock knitting, leaving you feeling confident and ready to knit socks! We will focus on knitting a mini cuff-down sock, which will teach you the key techniques needed for full-sized socks. Over the course of four hours, we’ll cover…
Tasmania is filled with natural things that glow in the dark from stunning auroras and sparkling bioluminescence to glow worms, ghost mushrooms, glowing gastropods and even fluorescent mammals. Hear stories, see photos and learn the science from marine scientist and author Dr Lisa-ann Gershwin.
Tasmania is filled with natural things that glow in the dark from stunning auroras and sparkling bioluminescence to glow worms, ghost mushrooms, glowing gastropods and even fluorescent mammals. During this walking tour you will have the opportunity to see what glows in our local area. UV lights and torches will be available. Details of the…
Shake off the winter blues, warm up your vocals and welcome spring with a Big Spring Sing. Singers 12yrs+ are welcome to attend, from new singers to experienced singers. Songs will be a mixture of gospel and folk. No music-reading skills are required. Minors should be in the company of a participating adult. Jane Christie-Johnston…
Have you felt drawn to pastels, but not sure where to start? Do you like drawing and want to take it to the next level? This workshop will be an exploration of both drawing and painting with pastels. Pastel artist Georgia Shine will teach you how to achieve smooth tonal blends using only 4 pastels. There…
This workshop will introduce you the need for tone in a painting. Tone refers to the lightness and darkness of colours in a painting. Between light and dark is referred to as mid-tone. As artists we need to use light and dark to convey atmosphere, mood and emotion. Without it a painting can look flat,…
Free networking session for all artists and creatives living in Kingborough, please come along and meet your fellow artists and creatives! What are three things you have to offer as an artist? What are three things that you are seeking to support your own creative practice? & Why is creative collaboration important? Within this session…
Oh no you have dropped a stitch! You do not need to undo alllll that work! Let's learn how to fix that drop stitch. It really is easy and once you understand how to, and it makes knitting so much enjoyable. You can do this! In this one-and-a-half-hour workshop, we will talk about recognising what…
Calling all Kingborough Artists! Join us for a weekend of creativity at the KIN Creative Space. An opportunity for artists and creatives to connect with each other, build skills, shape the outdoor space and potentially see the outcomes shared digitally. Across two fun hand-on sessions, we will: Reimagine the outdoor space at KIN Creative…
Participants will choose from a large range of molds and pigments, hand crafting at least 3 items to take home. You will work with acrylic resin which gives a beautiful porcelain finish and is bright white naturally making it ideal to cast without adding pigment for painting afterwards. In addition, there will be at least…
Enjoy the spirit of making something unique and special for you or loved ones. For this class we will be using 100% cotton rope, fabrics and yarn. All materials are provided so that your basket will be as individual as you are! Suitable for ages 12 and up. What you'll get: New skills/techniques Projects to…
Bring along a quality photo of your beloved pet (on your phone or printed out) and join us for an evening of guided painting at the KIN Creative Space. BYO drinks and snacks. Suitable for those who like to paint, and spend time with friends, in a calm and relaxed atmosphere. All levels of experience…
A relaxed, hands-on workshop where participants create their own beautiful Christmas wreath as a table decoration, using a florist’s base, fresh greenery, and natural embellishments. Materials will be supplied. Participants are invited to bring foraged or garden foliage to personalise their design if you wish. Each wreath will be finished with ribbon or twine. The…
