Trail 2 | 11 & 12 July | Gympie and the West
Join us for an inspiring journey as we meet the artists of the Gympie region and explore their creative spaces, from studios to galleries.
This unique event invites you to uncover a world of artistic possibilities, showcasing a diverse range of mediums and practices. Engage with talented local artists, learn about their techniques, and appreciate their creativity firsthand.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply curious, this is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the vibrant creative community in Gympie.
Tuesday Art Group | Artist Collective | Saturday 11 July Only | 9.30am-2pm
This group of art enthusiasts has been meeting weekly for 21 years. Exploring a wide variety of artistic mediums, the group share their creative processes and the enjoyment of coming together to shares the love of creating art with others.
Address: Pop-up studio, Gympie Regional Gallery, 39 Nash Street, Gympie
Contact: Dr Lyn Nothdurft
Phone: 5481 0733 (Gympie Regional Gallery)
Email: lynnothdurft@gmail.com
Payment options: Cash, EFTPOS
Good to know: Wheelchair accessible, accessible bathrooms, off-street parking, shop.
Access: Access the car park from O’Connell Street or Nash Street
ART POST | Artist Run Initiative | All Saturdays In July | 8am - 1.30pm
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 beverage from the adjacent Chai Chai Teahouse, while being by the artwork on show.
ART POST is open from 8am - 1.30pm Monday to Saturday with the Chai Chia Teahouse serving a selection of teas, coffee, cakes and chocolates.
Address: 22 Channon Street, Gympie
Contact: 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.
PesArt & Ceramics | Prue McLeod | Visual Artist and Ceramicist | 11 & 12 July | 10am-4pm
Welcome to PesArt & Ceramics! Join Prue in her scenic Pie Creek studio, where creativity meets empowerment. Unleash your artistic side through exploring pottery and art at weekly classes or participating in a 1- or 2-hour pottery session during Studio Trails. Discover Prue's stunning clay sculptures, ceramics, and paintings, inspired by her love of colour, texture, form and function. Celebrating over 10 years in the Gympie region,
Prue has shared her passion for art and pottery with 1000s of participants during this period.
Clay hand-building class. Beginners welcome.
1- or 2-hour clay workshops available during Studio Trails:
- Sat 11 July 1pm - 3pm,
- Sun 12 July 10.00am - 12.00pm, 1.00pm - 3.00pm,
Visit during additional opening hours and Workshops Available
| Date |
Time |
Workshop Cost |
| Thurs 2nd July |
9.30am - 11.30am
1.00pm - 3.00pm
|
$30 for 1 hr
$60 for 2 hrs
|
| Tues 7 July |
9.30am - 11.30am
1.00pm - 3.00pm
|
$30 for 1 hr
$60 for 2 hrs
|
| Tues 14th July |
9.30am - 11.30am
1.00pm - 3.00pm
|
$30 for 1 hr
$60 for 2 hrs
|
| Thurs 16th July |
9.30am - 11.30am
1.00pm - 3.00pm
|
$30 for 1 hr
$60 for 2 hrs
|
| Tues 21st July |
9.30am - 11.30am
1.00pm - 3.00pm
|
$30 for 1 hr
$60 for 2 hrs
|
| Thurs 23rd July |
9.30am - 11.30am
1.00pm - 3.00pm
|
$30 for 1 hr
$60 for 2 hrs
|
| Tues 28th July |
9.30am - 11.30am
1.00pm - 3.00pm
|
$30 for 1 hr
$60 for 2 hrs
|
| Thurs 30th July |
9.30am - 11.30am
1.00pm - 3.00pm
|
$30 for 1 hr
$60 for 2 hrs
|
Contact the artist for more information and bookings.
Address: 123 Long Rd, Pie Creek
Phone: 0401 586 638
Email: pesartandceramics@gmail.com
Facebook: Pesart & Ceramics
Instagram: pesart_and_ceramics
Website: https://www.pesartandceramics.com.au/
Payment options: Cash, EFTPOS, Bank Transfer
Good to know: Shop. Off-street parking. Wheel-chair accessible, gravel road or driveway. Additional opening times and workshops available
Access: From the parking area please walk up the slope to PesArt Studio. For disability access driveway to the top of the driveway
Event: Mothar Mountain Markets & Community Day | Saturday 11th July | 8am - 12pm
Visit a local market with bespoke artisan stalls and local fresh produce.
Enjoy live music and refreshments.
Stop by the beautiful Mothar Mountain Rockpools just down the road in the Woondum National Park.
Artists and artisans welcome to host a stall.
Address: Corner of Noosa and Shadbolt Roads, Mothar Mountain
Phone: 0419 748 489
Email: allonalahn@hotmail.com
Facebook:
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Website:
Payment options: Cash, EFTPOS
Good to know: Wheelchair accessible. Demonstrations/activities. Shop.
Helen K Art | Visual Arts | 11 & 12 July, Plus 18th & 19th & 25 & 26 July | 10am-4pm
Originally an old hardwood garage; Helen's studio has been lovingly rebuilt from repurposed old windows, doors and cupboards that gives the space a timeless quality.
'The studio has a lovely energy...my kids say it's all the love and hard work that went into it...and it is a joy to explore my creativity in such a beautiful space.'
A mostly self-taught artist, Helen has love of oils, using predominately palette knives and brushes and does portraiture using graphite and charcoal.
Commissions available - please discuss with the artist
Address: 19 Gerike Road, Woondum
Phone: 0428 832 462
Email: helen.kajewski@hotmail.com
Instagram: @Helen Kajewski
Payment options: Cash
Good to know: light refreshments, Bathrooms, Off-street parking, Shop
Access: Studio is at the back of property. Come in through the large wire gate at the front of property, look for studio sign straight ahead and followed the paved path through the garden to the studio.
Awatea Arts 4570 | Visual arts, Hand Block Printing| Open All Weekends in July | 10am-4pm
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, prinmaking, painting, sculpture, assemblage and metal.
Enjoy a 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
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
For all enquiries please contact
Gympie Region Studio Trails 2026 is a Council Initiated supported by the Regional Artists Development Fund.
