Exclusively a soft pastel artist, Jeanne’s subject of choice varies between genres including florals, still life and landscapes, with her most recent works focusing on natives and gum blossoms. Jeanne practices her art almost every day and currently exhibits in local shows and galleries, as well as teaching soft pastel art classes in her home studio. 

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Cindy is a skilled and talented portrait artist using both oils and charcoal. "I have always loved to draw and paint, as a child I would draw my favourite animals, birds and pets and people and I still love those subjects. To be able to find that “essence”, that divine spark within us and to reveal that through my art is my constant passion and aim."

Brian has recently taken up his passion of woodworking in the last four or five years since retiring as a Young Veteran. He enjoys creating pieces that are both functional and beautiful, with a keen interest in wood-turning and furniture making, using locally sourced timber.

I am a tinkerer, making and creating in my shed studio. The output is various, from bespoke furniture to sculpture, toys to hand-made tools. I get a buzz out of recycling and repurposing, which has an environmental component but also means the materials (sometimes known as junk) give me ideas on what to make from it. Magic happens here, and I am the Shed Shaman!

Maryika is a mixed media artist with 35 years of experience, working on both small and large scale canvases and paper. She represented Australia at the Florence Biennale in 2009. Recently, she has been experimenting with paper collage and upcycling glass. Maryika has participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions, artist residencies, and has received many awards and accolades.

"I'm a vibrant, mixed media artist who loves experimenting and playing with different mediums. I love to play with resin, alcohol inks, acrylics, textiles, natural earth materials. and other mediums to add dimension to my creations. I add different mediums to give a piece a realistic look. Creating beach scenes has a calming effect on my soul."

Diane Elsden’s love affair with colour began as a young girl when her father brought her a canvas and paint to help her while away the hours. Fast forward over fifty years and Diane’s artistic career has exploded, with artworks sold across the globe and multiple exhibitions a year making her a household name.

Elise Heather is a mixed media and textile artist who creates out of her home studio in Wilsonton. Her works are inspired by nature, the unseen & forgotten and her experiences with ASD. Elise is a self taught artist who, over the past 10 years, has developed her own techniques of mixing second hand fibres and fabric with other materials to create one of a kind sculptural pieces.

"I am a self taught Toowoomba artist and teacher working with oils and moving towards a realistic rendition of the Australian Landscape. I have exhibited widely and won a number of awards. I enjoy leading workshops and personal tutorials."

An active member of the Toowoomba Art Society, Sabine’s portfolio boasts a range of exhibitions, from solo displays in Brisbane and Toowoomba to shared showcases at the TAS. Her works have garnered acclaim at prestigious events such as the Brisbane Rotary Art Spectacular, Brisbane Art Extravaganza, Grammar School Art Exhibition, Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, Downlands and Facets of Fairholme.

Jen’s connection to the land and earth is reflected in her paintings. She loves to paint landscapes, animals (especially bees) and florals. Jen enjoys exploring and sitting with the spiritual side of her subjects. She uses many mediums, and her style reflects a looseness and accidental quality making her paintings lively, free and fun. She hopes her paintings bring as much joy to the viewers as they do to her, the creator.

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Karen Canning is a passionate artist with over 20 years of experience in creating a diverse range of artworks. Specialising in encaustic wax/mixed media and wire artworks, creativity is at the core of Karen’s being, and she thrives on crafting beautiful and cherished pieces from the unexpected. With multiple projects in progress simultaneously, her studio may appear chaotic to some, but for Karen, it is a place where she finds energy and endless ideas.

Mary is a full time ceramicist. Her work can be seen in her Mary Street studio, garden and undercover display area where browsers are welcome, workshops are given and commissions are discussed. She also retails at several high-end gift stores in Toowoomba.Mary believes in keeping up with current ceramic trends and has recently spent time in Ubud, Bali with Swiss born ceramic artist Susan Kohlik.

"After 25 years of painting, the magic remains undiminished. The alchemy of water and paint, the dance of mark-making, and the thrill of sketching on location continue to inspire me.It's a privilege to share this passion, passing on the joy to others."

Ute Braatz's artistic journey is often described as a surreal montage, while capturing the humorous nuances of existence with a unique blend of wit and creativity. At the heart of Braatz's work are her quirky beings, each one a testament to her boundless imagination. Her creations come to life with a vibrant narrative that invites viewers into a world of endless possibility. Through her art, Braatz challenges conventional notions of reality, inviting viewers to embrace the absurd and find beauty in the unexpected.

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