Join IPSARI for an immersive art experience featuring our talented artists, each showcasing their unique practices. During this engaging workshop, participants will rotate between stations in a round-robin format, gaining hands-on experience with various art techniques and mediums. This is an exceptional opportunity to expand your creative horizons, learn new skills, and connect with the vibrant art community in Ipswich.

Featured Artists and Techniques:

- Tim Acutt: Mixed Media

- Amanda Waschevski and Mel Sinclair: Photography

- Cynthia Copley and Amy Stapleton: Colour Mixing

Each session is designed to provide a hands-on experience, allowing participants to explore the possibilities with each artistic technique. Join us for "Open Doors" and discover the joy of creating with the guidance of our talented IPSARI artists.

What to expect:

Mixed Media on Paper - Tim Acutt:

Tim will guide you through a range of mixed media techniques, opening the door to endless combinations of artistic materials. Mixed media isn't better or worse than using a single medium; it's about experimentation and creativity. You'll explore familiar tools alongside new ones, discovering how combining them can add depth and energy to your art practice. It’s a fun and exciting rabbit hole that can inspire fresh ideas and reinvigorate your creativity.

Photography | Sculpting with Light - Mel Sinclair & Amanda Waschevski

Mel and Amanda will teach the fundamentals of sculpting with light. They will guide you through the process of composing a still life scene and lighting it to direct attention and convey emotion. Perfect for those looking to take their art photography to the next level while working on a budget.

Still live with Jug — An example of a still life

Colour Mixing - Amy Stapleton and Cynthia Copley

Amy and Cynthia's workshop will show you the basics of color mixing using a limited palette. They will walk you through how to work with warm and cool versions of primary colors—reds, blues, and yellows—along with white to create a wide range of tones. This workshop is perfect for beginners looking to understand foundational color theory and improve their painting techniques.