Gympie and Surrounds

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Although, the Gympie Region Studio Trails is over for 2026, many local artists and creatives spaces welcome visitors at other times and offer workshops, classes or commissions. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply curious, this is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the vibrant creative community in Gympie.

Check out the listings to connect with Gympie artists and creatives.

Gympie Regional Gallery | Open 10am - 4pm Tues-Fri & 10am - 2pm Saturdays

Gympie Regional Gallery

Your next great artistic adventure starts here! Embark on your Studio Trails journey at the Gympie Regional Gallery.

Located in the beautiful 1905 School of Arts building, the Gallery has proudly served as the hub for arts and culture in the Gympie region for over 25 years. Here, you can view exhibitions from established and emerging talent, as well as an array of touring exhibitions that bring the best of Australian art right to your doorstep.

Whether you're looking to participate in art classes and engaging artist talks or simply wish to explore our exhibitions, we invite everyone to visit us and become part of our vibrant arts community.

FREE ENTRY.

Address: 39 Nash Street Gympie 

Hours: 10am-4pm Tuesday-Friday and 10am - 2pm Saturdays

Phone: 07 5481 0733

Email: gallery@gympie.qld.gov.au

Facebook: Gympie Regional Gallery

Instagram: @GympieRegionalGallery

Website: Gympie Regional Gallery – Gympie Regional Council

Payment options: Cash, EFTPOS

Good to know: Wheelchair accessible, Shop, Bathrooms, Off street parking at the rear of the building 

ART POST | Gallery | Open 8am - 1.30pm Mon - Sat

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Housed in the historic Old Gympie Post Office, located in the centre of Gympie, ART POST is a beautiful exhibition space with dark walls and a contemporary ambience. The gallery hosts professionally presented exhibitions, events and performances dedicated to showcasing emerging and experienced artists of all artistic practices.

ART POST is a welcoming space to gather, share stories, inspire and enjoy a selection of teas, coffee, cakes and chocolates from Chai Chai teahouse, while being immersed within the artwork on show.

ART POST and the Chai Chia Teahouse are open from 8am - 1.30pm Monday - Saturday

Address: 22 Channon Street, Gympie 

Contact Person: Sandra Ross

Phone: 0421 179 010

Email: hello@thegenus.org

Instagram: art.post.gympie

Facebook: Art Post

Payment options: Cash, EFTPOS, Bank Transfer

Good to know: Café, Bathrooms, Demonstrations/activities. Shop, Steps. 

Art on Yabba Fine Art Gallery | Open 10am - 2pm Thursday - Saturday

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Located in Imbil in the Mary Valley, Art on Yabba Fine Art Gallery is the newest addition to the Gympie Region’s vibrant arts scene.

Recently opened by Mary Valley Artslink, the purpose-built gallery proudly joins the Gympie Region Studio Art Trail. Art on Yabba presents monthly exhibitions, each launched with a special opening night event. Visitors can purchase original artworks and explore a dedicated shop showcasing a diverse range of creative pieces.

Mary Valley Artslink is also the driving force behind several much-loved local events, including the annual Mary Valley Art Festival each July and the Mary Valley Scarecrow Festival. Mary Valley Artslink are also offer a series of Artist Development Workshops running through to 2027.

Address: 124 Yabba Road, Imbil

Phone: 0419 024 291

Email: heinkebutt@hotmail.com

Website: https://www.maryvalleyartslink.com.au

Payment Options: Cash, EFTPOS, Bank transfer

Good to know: Off-street parking, Bathrooms, Shop 

Awatea Arts 4570 | Gaven and Dee Hewitt | Multiple Artforms, textiles, printmaker, potter | Open most weekends

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Award winning artists Dee and Gavin Hewitt create share and teach from their inspiring home studio beside the beautiful Mary River at the Palms near Gympie.

Their aesthetic is simple and sustainable, celebrating a natural rustic weathered charm through a variety of mediums. Media includes timber, textiles, printmaking, painting, sculpture, assemblage and metal.

Enjoy Make and Take activities, Sculpture Garden and picnic areas as well as small potted plants for sale and student art sales table.

Workshops and classes available. Contact Awatea Arts for more information.

Address: 212 De Catella Road, The Palms, Gympie

Phone: 0448 007 298

Email: dee-jay-tee@hotmail.com

Facebook: http://AwateaArts4570

Instagram: @Awatea Arts 4570

Payment options: Cash, EFTPOS, Bank transfer

Good to know: Wheelchair accessible. Off-street parking, gravel road or driveway.

Access: Come through the main gates and follow the signs

Cindy Vogels | Textiles, Photography, Design | All weekends in July | 10am-4pm

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International designer to the stars, Cindy Vogels invites visitors into her dynamic and eclectic production studio. This is the creative heart where couture meets culture...home to the creation of designs for red carpet events, film clips and runway shows. The studio also showcases the iconic millinery created for international superstar, Lady Gaga. Step inside a working production space where regional creativity connects with global stages, and experience where imagination, craftsmanship and music-inspired fashion come to life! Sewing, photography and Millinery demonstrations.

Address: 15 Crown Road, Gympie

Phone: 0403 291 880

Email: cindylouvogels@gmail.com

Instagram: @cindyvogels

Facebook: The Cindy Vogels

Website: https://www.cindyvogels.com/

Good to know: Refreshments available. Steps. Just 950mtrs from the Mary Valley Heritage Railway and Steam Train and some of Gympie's most stunning historic pubs.

Access: Signage at top of driveway. Enter through gate down the driveway on the right side of the house. Stairs to the back up to studio.

Creative Pours | Roselen Tate | Visual Arts | All Weekends in July | 10am-4pm

Creative Pours first opened in Imbil just over four years ago specialising in the unique art form of Acrylic and Resin pours.

Here you’ll find a new and exciting range of handmade items painted and finished using this technique which are designed for everyday use as well as stunning acrylic and resin wall art that will add a touch of uniqueness to any home decor.

Paint and create workshops are also held and can accommodate up to twelve participants giving you the opportunity to learn this very popular art form in a relaxed environment whilst having some fun. 

Commissions welcome. Contact Roselen directly for more infomation on workshops and classes

Address: 157 Ballard Road, Imbil 

Contact: Roselen Tate

Phone: 0422 771 377

Email: creativepours@gmail.com

Facebook: Creative Pours

Instagram: @Creativepours

Website: https://www.creativepours.com

Payment options: Cash, EFTPOS, Pay-ID

Good to know: Off-street parking, bathrooms 

Uniqueartz Gift Shop | Trish Ramsay and Graham Barnes | Mosaic, Woodwork, Jewellery, Ceramics, Leadlight, artisan crafts, steampunk | Open Every Weekend|

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A collective of seven artisans showcasing unique works and one-of-a-kind pieces - steampunk, sculpture, woodwork, mosaic and more...

The shop is open every weekend throughout the year.

Workshops available every month. Visit Facebook for more information.

Address: 4 Heights Drive, Gympie

Contact person: Trish Ramsay

Phone: 0428 524 469

Email: ramsaytrish5@gmail.com

Facebook: Trish Ramsay 1591

Instagram: T.R. Designs @ramsay.trish 

Payment Options: Cash, EFTPOS, PayPal

Good to know: Ring bell for access, Off-street parking, Bathrooms

 

For further enquiries about future Studio Trails events please contact:

Gympie Region Studio Trails 2026 is a Council Initiated Project supported by the Regional Artists Development Fund.

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