Work is Play
You're growing when you're learning. You're growing even more when there's fun to be had. Join a local class or workshop, meet new friends, enjoy a laugh or two and learn something new.
classes & workshops
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07 Jun 2023
Life Drawing
Sharpen your drawing skills with life drawing, hosted at Mint Art House on the first Wednesday of every month. This unguided session is the perfect way to practice drawing from a life model and really hone in on your creativity and skills. Open to all levels, join us for an evening of drawing in our gallery. BYO Materials BYO Drinks Mint Art House is the Gold Coast’s freshest artist-run gallery and studio space. Home to 14 talented established and emerging artists, ranging from painters to sculptors, muralists to ceramicists, Mint is a collaborative space that hosts a regular program of exhibitions, artist talks and workshops.
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From now until 23 Nov 2023
Cauldron Distillery Interactive Gin Blending Class
Get your creative juices flowing during an informative and interactive Gin Blending Class at Tamborine Mountain’s very own Cauldron Distillery. Do you enjoy creating recipes in the kitchen? How good is your palate at detecting flavours? During this one hour experience, you will learn everything there is to know about gin and then you are set free to create your own gin masterpiece to take home. Set in their world-class distillery and guided by their distilling team, you will select from a multitude of individually distilled botanicals and skilfully blend them together to create a balanced gin that suits your palate and taste. How does a gin with orange, sage, and anise sound to you? Maybe you prefer rose petals, strawberry, and cocoa nibs? Perhaps your preference is lemon myrtle, macadamia nuts and honey? The choice will be yours because your gin blend can be as unique as you are! Here’s what is included in this unique experience: Complementary G and T on arrival from our signature Five-To-Five Range A guided 45-minute gin blending class A 200 ml bottle of your very own gin to take home A G&T made from your very own gin at the completion of the course Free Cauldron Club membership with $10 on us to spend at the tasting room bar or bottle shop.
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From now until 17 Jun 2023
Twilight Tour at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
See Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary like you’ve never seen it before – after dark! Take a very special guided tour through Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary getting up close with their nocturnal residents, such as the cheeky Tasmanian Devils, who are most active when the sun goes down. Learn more about the history of the Gold Coast’s traditional custodians with two unique tours: Biyuhl Tour - Biyuhl meaning hill or mountain. Gunanggay Tour - Gunanggay meaning flat country. Immerse yourself in a spectacular light display, where you will embrace Dreamings and spirit of the Yugambeh people. Go on a spotlight adventure searching for some Aussie native wildlife, and finish off with some traditional bush tea. Due to the popularity of the Twilight Tours, this experience often books out, so make sure you reserve your place now before it’s too late!
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09 Jun 2023
Little Music Lab
Little Music LabJoin us as we explore singing, music, ukuleles, and sound bowls in this Little Music Lab program designed for mums, bubs, and toddlers. Music from an early age stimulates the neural connection and pathways within the brain which can aid in development. The workshops will run once a month over the year and feature different musicians each month to take you on a musical journey of sounds and exploration. When you sign up for the program you will receive a special music passport. Bring it with you each time you come to a Little Music lab and receive an activity sticker with a fun musical activity for you to take with you and practise at home. Presented by HOTA, Home of the Arts
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10 Jun 2023
Learn to resin a drinks tray or a bamboo serving tray - Beaudesert Sip 'n' Dip
Here at Sip 'n' Dip they offer fun art not fine art. Enjoy a glass of wine and a delicious meal as one of their incredible art instructors takes you through a guided art class. They have a number of resin, alcohol ink, painting, and kokedama classes coming up. No previous experience is required, we will cover the basics of learning to resin decorate a drinks tray or bamboo serving board in your own colours. Food and beverage will be provided by The Club. Head to the website for booking or for more classes in different regions across Brisbane, Gold Coast and surrounds. No experience? No worries. Art classes are beginner friendly and their teachers are more than happy to answer any questions. If you're a seasoned artist, keep an eye out for their master classes. Whether you're coming on your own, with a group of friends, or you have planned a cute date, you're sure to have a good time. They can't wait to see you there.
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11 Jun 2023 (Monthly)
Cafe and Clay at The Henchman
Ready for coffee (or cocktails!?) and clay on a Sunday? Their monthly Sip and Paint sessions at The Henchman just aren't enough! The Sweet Fine Artist Studio is now bringing clay to your favourite venue every second Sunday of each month. Join them at 11 am and dig your hands into premium air-drying earthy coloured clay whilst sipping on your choice of coffee or cocktail and nibbling on a decadent croissant! The instructors will supply you with artist-grade, premium air-hardening clay along with professional clay tools available on the day necessary to make your masterpiece along with a demonstration on how to treat the clay and tips and tricks to make your masterpiece. The generous team at The Henchman Miami have put on a cafe special for you too which you can order upon arrival or at the table!
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11 Jun 2023
Flirt with Dirt (Round 3)
COST: From $35Get a true taste of trail running with a trot in Numinbah Valley. After two earlier rounds in Tallebudgera and Coombabah, runners get a bit more of a challenge with the speed bumps (aka hills) as the Flirt Series concludes. A range of distances as always with Flirt events but also something for the hard-core runners too with the ‘In the Raw’ Trail Run also on offer.
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11 Jun 2023
Flirt with Dirt (Round 3)
COST: From $35Get a true taste of trail running with a trot in Numinbah Valley. After two earlier rounds in Tallebudgera and Coombabah, runners get a bit more of a challenge with the speed bumps (aka hills) as the Flirt Series concludes. A range of distances as always with Flirt events but also something for the hard-core runners too with the ‘In the Raw’ Trail Run also on offer.
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11 Jun 2023
'In the Raw' Trail Run
COST: from $60Tackle the hillsides of Numinbah Valley, weaving through gums and pockets of rainforest. Two race offerings of 15km or 25km; In the Raw is the opening round of the Trail Trips Triple Crown; the Gold Coast Trail Running Series that also includes the Border Bolt on August 6 and the iconic Coastal High on September 2nd.
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13 Jun 2023
Learn to resin 2 sandwich boards or a side table- Broadbeach Sip 'n' Dip
Here at Sip 'n' Dip they offer fun art not fine art. Enjoy a glass of wine and a delicious meal as one of their incredible art instructors takes you through a guided art class. They have a number of resin, alcohol ink, painting, and kokedama classes coming up. In this class, your expert instructor will walk you through the process of how to pour resin to 2x sandwich boards or a side table. You can also choose your own colours. Food and beverage will be provided by Kurrawa Surf Club. Head to the website for booking or for more classes in different regions across Brisbane, Gold Coast and surrounds. No experience? No worries. Art classes are beginner friendly and their teachers are more than happy to answer any questions. If you're a seasoned artist, keep an eye out for their master classes. Whether you're coming on your own, with a group of friends, or you have planned a cute date, you're sure to have a good time. They can't wait to see you there.
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17 Jun 2023 - 18 Jun 2023
Dark Sky Night
O’Reilly’s has always been a place where like-minded people gather. With the Dark Sky Nights, they are expanding their offering to accommodate anyone interested in Stars, Astronomy, Night Photography, Constellations, Telescopes and generally a good time away from all the light-pollution. On each Saturday closest to the New-moon the sky is at its darkest, creating the perfect chance to explore the Southern night sky. Combine this with crisp winter mountain air and high altitude for the best possible experience in the Scenic Rim.
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17 Jun 2023
ArtKeeper Open Studio with Nicholas Tossmann & Norton Fredericks
ArtKeeper Open Studio with Nicholas Tossmann & Norton FredericksFrom plays about histories long silenced, to music inspired by our local waterways, textiles dyed using native plants and experiments in conceptual sculpture, the diversity of projects our ArtKeepers have been working on is sure to intrigue and inspire. Drop in to visit ArtKeeper artists in residence, Nicholas Tossmann and Norton Fredericks, in the co-working space they’ve been sharing with the others artists for the past 8 months. This open studio session provides the opportunity to talk one on one with the artists and see more of what they’ve been working on in their space. Come earlier in the day to hear all four of our current ArtKeeper artists - Nadia Milford, Nic Tossmann, Norton Fredericks and Fletcher Babb – in conversation with acclaimed artistic director and playwright, and Artist Provocateur for our ArtKeeper program, Wesley Enoch AM. They’ll be reflecting on the past 8 months and sharing snippets of the works they’ve created. You can find out more info here. This event is part of HOTA’s ArtKeeper public program. Find out more about the ArtKeeper program here: https://hota.com.au/artists/artkeeper Drop in anytime between 1pm-3pm.
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18 Jun 2023
Learn to resin decorate a mini board and 2x coasters - Sip 'n' Dip Burleigh Heads
Here at Sip 'n' Dip they offer fun art not fine art. Enjoy a glass of wine and a delicious meal as one of their incredible art instructors takes you through a guided art class. They have a number of resin, alcohol ink, painting, and kokedama classes coming up.In this class, your expert instructor will walk you through the process of resin decorating a mini board and 2x coasters, in your own colours. Food and beverage will be provided by Club Burleigh. Head to the website for booking or for more classes in different regions across Brisbane, Gold Coast and surrounds. No experience? No worries. Art classes are beginner friendly and their teachers are more than happy to answer any questions. If you're a seasoned artist, keep an eye out for their master classes. Whether you're coming on your own, with a group of friends, or you have planned a cute date, you're sure to have a good time. They can't wait to see you there.
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18 Jun 2023
Learn to paint Coastal Zen - Burleigh Heads Sip 'n' Dip
Here at Sip 'n' Dip they offer fun art not fine art. Enjoy a glass of wine and a delicious meal as one of their incredible art instructors takes you through a guided art class. They have a number of resin, alcohol ink, painting, and kokedama classes coming up. In this class, your expert instructor will walk you through the process of learning to paint Coastal Zen on a 40x50cm canvas. Food and beverage will be provided by Club Burleigh. Head to the website for booking or for more classes in different regions across Brisbane, Gold Coast and surrounds. No experience? No worries. Art classes are beginner friendly and their teachers are more than happy to answer any questions. If you're a seasoned artist, keep an eye out for their master classes. Whether you're coming on your own, with a group of friends, or you have planned a cute date, you're sure to have a good time. They can't wait to see you there.
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21 Jun 2023
Learn how to paint pour on canvas with 4 different techniques - Surfer Paradise Sip 'n' Dip
Here at Sip 'n' Dip they offer fun art not fine art. Enjoy a glass of wine and a delicious meal as one of their incredible art instructors takes you through a guided art class. They have a number of resin, alcohol ink, painting, and kokedama classes coming up. In this class, your expert instructor will walk you through the process of 4 different paint pouring techniques, in your own colours. Food and beverage will be provided by Hogs Breath. Head to the website for booking or for more classes in different regions across Brisbane, Gold Coast and surrounds. No experience? No worries. Art classes are beginner friendly and their teachers are more than happy to answer any questions. If you're a seasoned artist, keep an eye out for their master classes. Whether you're coming on your own, with a group of friends, or you have planned a cute date, you're sure to have a good time. They can't wait to see you there.
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22 Jun 2023 - 12 Oct 2023
Educator Creative Play Sessions
Get hands on and unleash your creative sideDirectly following on from our regular curator talks are sessions for teachers to connect and feel creatively nourished. The Gallery Studio will be filled with materials, music and fun as we host as space for your own creative expression, talking and connecting with each other as you go. Light refreshments will be provided for you to enjoy!
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