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Ipswich Art Workshop

Ipswich Art Workshop is an accessible and welcoming multi-use, hands-on workspace, open to supporting a variety of arts-based initiatives.

Ipswich Art Workshop provides opportunities for creatives and arts organisations to forge connections within community through a variety of innovative and diverse visual arts projects.

It's a hub for creativity, collaboration, and studio space for artists to inspire and be inspired!

A vibrant, community-led space where local creatives share their talents.

Applications are now open for Artist Residences, Community Workshops & Meetups in 2026.

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Ipswich Art Workshop: EOI 

Faridah McCaul is a painter who explores healing and resilience through dynamic brushwork and intuitive mark-making. 

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Faridah McCaul: Artist in Residence  

Raised in the Sunshine Coast hinterlands, she channels nature's rhythms into luminous colours and fluid textures across oils, ink, and mixed media.

Following an experience with psychogenic dysphonia, Fari's art evolved into her primary form of expression. Each brushstroke captures the energy and emotion of moments in time. Her work moves across surfaces in layered colours and shifting forms, embracing spontaneity and allowing the process to lead to the outcome.

Now based in Ipswich, McCaul has found the city's vibrant creative community to be a catalyst for artistic growth. During this residency, she will deepen her exploration of visual storytelling while creating a space for visitors to discover creativity as their own path of self-expression, healing, and meaningful connection.

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Create your own wearable art piece with Norton Fredericks! 

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IAG Masterclass: Wool Felting with Norton Fredericks

Learn the ancient craft of wet felting with artist Norton Fredricks. Gain hands-on experience to create a bespoke piece of wearable art, using merino wool and additional natural fibres for surface design. Participants will design and create their own felt shawl, spending the day creating their textile with nothing but a few simple tools, soapy water, and their hands.&nbsp;

This workshop is perfect for beginner felters or any artist wanting to learn a new medium. It is designed as a introductory workshop into the world of wool felting!&nbsp;







Norton Frederick's felted artwork will also be on display in Ipswich Art Gallery's upcoming exhibition, <a href="https://ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au/exhibitions/residue-and-response-tamworth-textile-triennial">Residue + Response: Tamworth Textile Triennial</a> from October 4 - November 30 2025. 









What to wear:&nbsp;Please wear closed-in shoes and workshop-friendly clothing. BYO Apron should you require it.



What to bring: Please bring two old towels for the felting process.&nbsp;







Materials:&nbsp;All Materials are provided.

The workshop will include a 30 minute lunch break to bring or grab a meal and socialise with the other attendees. <h5>READ MORE - <a href="https://ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au/exhibitions/residue-and-response-tamworth-textile-triennial">Residue + Response: Tamworth Textile Triennial</a><a href="https://ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au/exhibitions/fantastic-forms"></a></h5>

IAG Masterclasses + Programs

The Art Workshop is located in d’Arcy Doyle Place in a separate building to the Ipswich Art Gallery. The closest entrance is via Limestone & Nicholas Streets. Located next to the Ipswich Community Gallery.

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Where is the Ipswich Art Workshop?

Proudly supported by Ipswich Art Gallery and Ipswich City Council.

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Find the Ipswich Art Gallery in d’Arcy Doyle Place in the Ipswich CBD adjacent to the Nicholas St precinct.
The Ipswich Art Gallery is a visual arts and social history museum presenting a dynamic program of exhibitions, heritage displays and an extensive program for children and families.

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