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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Join the Inspiring Mel Hills for Immersive Sketching Workshop Experiences
Be part of the immersive nature journaling and sketching on location workshop with popular watercolour teacher and wildlife artist Mel Hills.
The Launceston Art Society Inspirations Exhibition
You’re invited to the Launceston Art Society “Inspirations” exhibition, a community art exhibition showcasing the diverse talents of local members.
Textile Art Workshops with Stitching and Beyond
It’s time to be inspired by the latest calendar of workshops being brought to you by the friendly Stitching and Beyond group as they celebrate the textile arts!
The Launceston Heritage Sketch 2025
This exciting Heritage Sketch Art Competition is for kids from Kinder to Year 12 and is all about exploring and drawing Launceston.
The Stitching and Beyond Out of Hand Exhibition
It is time to celebrate the joys of textile art with the always popular Stitching and Beyond “Out of Hand” Exhibition!
Impressions Exhibition at the Poatina Tree Gallery
Come discover the inspiring “Impressions” exhibition featuring the Newfields Printmakers at the Poatina Tree Gallery, the perfect creative day trip!
Come Meet Our Members and Discover Their Artist Stories
Unveiling the 8 Exciting Tasmanian Artists and Their Sources of Inspiration eBook
Launching the 8 Exciting Tasmanian Artist and their sources of inspiration eBook as part of the Art eBooks by Art Trails Tasmania series.
Painter of Trees & Smith of Silver, Artist Russell McKane
Meet Instagram sensation, Russell McKane in his Artist Profile and discover that he’s an artisan with many talents.
Flourishing in Inspiration’s Flow of Adrenaline and Calm with Textile Artist Cindy Thompson
Meet textile artist Cindy Thompson in her Art Trails Tasmania Artist Profile as she shares her sources of inspiration and studio life.
A Love for Recreating Nature and Sharing Skills with Lynda Young
Come meet botanical artist Lynda Young as she shares her love for recreating nature and sharing her skills with students in her Artist Profile with Art Trails Tasmania.
The Magic in Framing the Personal and the Precious with Greg Dennis
When your art clients inspire your love for working with your hands you know you’re in the right business. Come share in framer Greg Dennis’ joy in his story with Art Trails Tasmania
A Time Dissolving Yearning to Create Experience with Maria Oakley
Come meet Hobart, Tasmania artist Maria Oakley in her Artist Profile as she shares her experience with dissolving time and creativity with Art Trails Tasmania
Submerging into the Solitude of the Studio in the Paddock with Katherine Tyson
Come meet Tasmanian artist Katherine Tyson, known as the artist in the paddock because of her picture perfect studio space in her Art Trails Tasmania Artist Profile
A Love for the Process of Exploration with Ann Williams-Fitzgerald
Meet mixed-media artist Ann Williams-Fitzgerald and her love for the process of creative exploration in her Art Trails Tasmania Artist Profile.
For the Love and Joy of Painting with Mel Hills
With a shear joyful love for painting, wild Tasmania & creativity, artist Mel Hill shares her passion for art in her Art Trails Tasmania Artist Profile
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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12 Gentle and Helpful Ways to Let Nature Guide Your Creative Practice – Part 2
Here are 12 gentle and practical ways to explore your creativity as you let nature guide your creative practice in Part 2 of our series.