Past Events

Software Workshop – Isadora Program With Tim Gruchy

More than a program, Isadora is an object- oriented programming environment designed by artists for artists. It is very easy to learn and suitable for beginners through to experts, an ideal platform for creating interactive multimedia projects. Participants can work with Tim Gruchy using the Isadora software https://troikatronix.com to develop a project or learn about […]

2024 Western Downs Regional Artists’ Exhibition Opening RURAL REALITIES

This annual exhibition is a collaboration between the major Galleries of the Western Downs. It showcases the diverse talents and visual stories of artists from the region. The exhibition theme, Rural Realities is an invitation for artists of the Western Downs to reflect on their life and how their rural context shapes their reality. For reality is […]

Regional Artists’ Exhibition Masterclass Exhibition Storytelling

Be inspired to develop an exhibition storyline as captivating as your artworks. Artist, curator and educator Cara-Ann Simpson will work with Western Downs artists to enhance their storytelling and curatorial skills. This full day workshop is suitable for practicing artists who have a body of works or are planning to develop body of work. Simpson […]

The Western Downs Regional Artists’ Exhibition Entries OPEN

Rural Realities Reality is the state of things as they exist. It may sound absolute and irrefutable, but it isn’t one universal experience. From the physical environment, societal ties between people, to the emotional challenges and victories that are endured, there are many different realities. Reality can be sweet or harsh but is always complex, […]

EOI’s Open for Western Downs Wildflowering Artist Retreat 

The Western Downs Wildflowering Artist Retreat is a unique creative opportunity for Western Downs Artists to enjoy natural landscapes, learn more about local native wildflowers and trees, learn techniques from industry professionals and have some of their work showcased in an exhibition at Dogwood Crossing, Miles.  Western DownsWildflowering Artist RetreatExpression of Interest Seeking Artists that […]

Tara & District Art Exhibition 

The Tara & District Art Exhibition returns to highlight the work of local creatives — view the work of the district’s artisans and quilters at this limited-time-only community exhibition.  The Tara & District Art Exhibition officially opens  Friday 20 October, 6pmTara Function Room FREE Entry  EXHIBITION DATES  Saturday 21 October – Friday 27 October 2023   Opening […]

Tara & District Art Exhibition Workshops 

Art Workshops  Canvas Painting Party | Kreate it Saturday 14 October, 11am–2pm $50  | max. 20  participants  Clutch Workshop Painting Party | Kreate it Saturday 14 October, 3.30 –6.30 pm $50  | max. 20  participants  All workshops will be held in the Tara Function Room.  BYO food and drinks.  RSVP essential to Jessica Norford  jessica.norford@wdrc.qld.gov.au 07 4678 7805 

QLD Ballet Regional Tour 2023 

Queensland Ballet is excited to hit the road again to spread the magic of ballet with people of all ages and abilities in The Western Downs as part of our 2023 Community Regional Tour. Young dancers aged 2–17 years, adults and senior participants, as well as school and dance teachers are invited to join Queensland […]

2023 Western Downs Regional Artists’ Exhibition ESSENCE

The Western Downs Regional Artists’ Exhibition is an annual exhibition proudly presented by Western Downs Regional Council. This annual exhibition showcases the diverse talents of artists from the Western Downs as a collaboration between the major Galleries of the region. The exhibition theme, ‘Essence’ is a contemplation on what’s beyond the surface of a subject. […]

Casting Off presented by A Good Catch & Cluster Arts

Casting off stereotypes, this is disarming and hilarious intergenerational circus with a lot to say about living on the edge. After an award-winning season at Edinburgh Fringe, Casting Off is coming to Tara! Intergenerational circus with lots to say: the personal is political, fury is fun and the acrobatics downright dangerous – especially when life […]