Students wrap up 54th year of McGregor Summer Arts School
Future artists have spent the week harnessing new skills in Australia’s longest running visual and creative arts program.
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AUSTRALIA’S longest running visual, creative arts and musical workshop wrapped up at the weekend.
The selective McGregor Summer Arts and Music Workshops at the University of Southern Queensland had a variety of workshops on offer, including watercolour, acrylic and oil painting, glass beads, furniture restoration, jewellery, and bass, guitar and drums lessons.
Leading one of the art courses is internationally renowned artist David Hinchliffe.
“Our 12 participants are having wonderful fun diving into a week of painting immersion,” Mr Hinchliffe said.
“They are developing skills in painting with acrylics and most importantly seeing the world through artists’ eyes.
“It’s always important to grow by stretching our abilities and experience, but never more so than at a challenging time like this when the world is facing a pandemic.
“Many people have had an opportunity during the past two years to focus on the really important things in life and that includes discovering the creativity within us all.”
Event Co-ordinator Deborah Meyer said the event had once again proved popular.
“It’s wonderful to be able to provide a wide variety of creative learning opportunities to enrich and assist our participants on their artistic journeys,” Ms Meyer said.
“Whether they’re looking to build on your skills or find a new career path, we’re pleased to be able to support our local artists and musicians by connecting them with experts and fellow enthusiasts.”
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