Discover the Events
Welcome to the stories of Art Trails Tasmania — a place to discover what’s happening across our creative community, from upcoming events, workshops and exhibitions to the people, places and ideas that make Art Trails Tasmania so special.
Meet our members and explore the artists, makers and creative spaces that bring Tasmania’s art scene to life. Discover what’s happening along the trails, learn about upcoming events and gatherings, and get a glimpse behind the scenes of our creative community.
You can also find out more about Art Farm workshops — opportunities to learn, make and connect in inspiring surroundings. Our workshops waitlist is currently open, so if you’re keen to join a future workshop, be sure to add your name.
There’s plenty to discover, and the stories below are the perfect place to start. Scroll down to explore the latest news, events, member stories and workshop happenings from Art Trails Tasmania.
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Come Explore Tasmania Through the Eyes of Wildlife Artist Mel Hills
Learn Wildlife Sketching from artist Mel Hills, meet her at the Tasmania Craft Fair and explore her solo exhibition at the Art Society of Tasmania gallery.
ANIMALS: from Silly to Serious by Hildegunn Hodne
Explore ANIMALS: from silly to serious, an exhibition by Hildegunn Hodne featuring quirky cartoons, life-like illustrations and original artwork on paper.
Stitching & Beyond Painting with Thread Workshop
Join Stitching and Beyond for a creative workshop in portrait embroidery, learning to work from photos, select colours & use stitches to create depth & detail.
Explore the Huon Valley Art Trail & Meet the Artists
Follow the Huon Valley Studio Art Trail through Southern Tasmania, meeting talented artists and makers, exploring studios, workshops and creative processes.
Spring Stitching Retreat
Join Stitches from Cindersplace for a Spring Stitching Retreat in beautiful Sheffield, Tasmania, with four days of wool applique, learning and creativity too.
Come Meet Our Members and Discover Their Artist Stories
Time to Learn and Grow at the Inspiring Art School Hub
Discover the Art School Hub in the Huon Valley, where kids & adults build artistic skills, confidence & creativity through hands-on classes and workshops.
Creative Flow Defines Joyleene Abrey Across Fibre, Art and Tasmania
Creative inspiration comes alive as Joyleene Abrey transforms Tasmania’s textures, colours, and weaving into distinctive contemporary fibre art.
Studio Selkie Hobart Makes Art Feel Welcoming, Playful and Possible
Studio Selkie Hobart is a welcoming walk-in art studio designed for curious beginners, seasoned creatives and anyone wanting to make without pressure.
How Creative Writing Helps Jo Worsfold Heal and Inspire
Creative writing gives Jo Worsfold a way to heal, reflect and inspire, showing how words can transform both the page and the human heart.
Emma Smith Trickett Walks with Trees Through Relational Ecological Art
Emma Smith Trickett creates art inspired by forests and ecosystems, exploring the relational experience of being among trees, shifting perspectives, and place.
How Amanda Berryman Creates Healing Through Art and Nature
Amanda Berryman shares how intuitive painting, meditation and Tasmania’s natural rhythms bring joy, healing and deep presence to her art practice.
Peter Ellyard Crafts Living Art from Steel, Glass and Light
Peter Ellyard creates art where steel meets colour and sunlight, crafting lasting pieces influenced by Tasmania’s landscape and shifting skies.
Meet Colourist Robyn Malcolm
Meet Robyn Malcolm, a colourist whose expressive use of colour, pastel and oil reveals a lifelong creative journey from textiles to painting.
Emma Pilgrim Reveals Charity Collaboration as Artist Supports Wildlife Conservation
Charity collaboration has shaped Tasmanian artist Emma Pilgrim’s return to painting, driven by wildlife care, creativity & a deep commitment to meaningful impact.
Being Inspired by Each Other’s Artist Story
I always love learning about fellow artist’s stories, what inspires them and informs their work.
This was a key part of deciding to share these stories for Art Trails Tasmania members with the Artist Profiles.
And I have to admit, I’m loving seeing these stories flow in and getting to share them with you.
Follow the Artists on Their Socials
A big part of the joy is in following, visiting and exploring the artists’ websites and socials. It is a wonderful discovery experience.
While I share each Artist Profile story on Facebook and Instagram the easiest way to learn about the latest post is to receive the monthly email newsletter.
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