IAG Masterclass: Unfolding The Domestic with Sam Cranstoun
Sam Cranstoun, Retro Modern 2, 2015-2021. gypsum cement, polymer adhesive, grout 72.5 x 72.5 x 3.5 c. Image courtesy of the artist
28 Feb 2026
Sam Cranstoun, Retro Modern 2, 2015-2021. gypsum cement, polymer adhesive, grout 72.5 x 72.5 x 3.5 c. Image courtesy of the artist
| Dates | Saturday 28 February |
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| Times | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
| Cost | $55 per person. |
| Booking | Please be sure to book via the link below |
| Age | Recommended for adults. Limited places. |
Join artist Sam Cranstoun for a hands-on workshop inspired by the humble yet iconic breezeblock.
In this creative session, participants will explore the rich design legacy of this familiar building material — transforming it from everyday architecture into delicate works of art. Guided by Sam, you’ll use a combination of drawing, cutting, folding, and sculptural techniques to reimagine classic breezeblock patterns as intricate paper sculptures.
Through this process, you’ll uncover the beauty hidden in the ordinary, creating origami-like forms that celebrate the artistry of the domestic environment.
Whether you’re an artist, designer, or simply curious about finding inspiration in the built world around you, this workshop offers a chance to slow down, look closely, and elevate the everyday.
What to wear: Please wear closed-in shoes and workshop-friendly clothing.
Materials: All Materials are provided.
The workshop will include a 15 minute morning tea break to bring a snack and socialise with the other attendees.
Please meet at the Ipswich Art Workshop, in d'Arcy Doyle Place.
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Sam Cranstoun
Sam Cranstoun (b. 1987) is a multidisciplinary artist who draws on research, storytelling and a diversity of media to create new visual systems that re-imagine the way art and storytelling can shape histories and the way we, as spectators, are affected by the presentation of narratives. He has exhibited widely since 2007, demonstrating his skill in drawing, painting and sculptural works.
Cranstoun’s works have been collected by The University of Queensland Art Museum, Queensland University of Technology Art Museum and many others. He is represented by Milani Gallery (Brisbane, QLD). His artwork is included in the upcoming exhibition, Lost in Palm Springs.
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Where is the Ipswich Art Workshop?
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.