Artists & Community

Lino Print Artist, A-D Studioplus Lino Print Artist, A-D Studioplus

Mahala Burns

I love to print on fabric - tea towels, tote bags, cushion covers, t-shirts...everything! I also enjoy running workshops with small groups and schools. I descend from the Nunukul, Ngugi & Goenpul people of Quandamooka.

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Ceramic Artist, A-D Studioplus Ceramic Artist, A-D Studioplus

Melany Cordier

I’m a potter and have been working with clay for about 7 years since moving to Straddie. I love working on the wheel making large functional pieces for everyday use, and enjoy throwing pieces loosely before altering them by hand to produce an informal, imperfect effect.

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Fibre Artist, E-O Studioplus Fibre Artist, E-O Studioplus

Danny Horsford

Danny Horsford (operating as Currawong Fibre Arts), has been cultivating his skills in craft and the arts from a young age. Originally a classical musician, Danny shifted his creative focus after reconnecting with his Maori heritage through traditional weaving.

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Writer, P-Z Studioplus Writer, P-Z Studioplus

Karen Thurecht

Karen writes the Dr Hamish Hart Murder Mystery Series. There are four books currently released in the series with each set in a fascinating part of South East Queensland in the 1880’s.

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Gyotaku Artist, P-Z Studioplus Gyotaku Artist, P-Z Studioplus

Kathy Townsend

As a marine scientist, my art, "Island Gyotaku," merges my passion for ocean conservation with the ancient Gyotaku technique. Inspired by Japanese fishermen and European scientists, I create unique impressions of marine species on shoji paper.

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Fibre Artist, P-Z Studioplus Fibre Artist, P-Z Studioplus

Amanda Wood

'Meraki' - a Greek word meaning to do something with soul, creativity or love; to put something of yourself in your work.

I'm a fibre artist weaving both practical and sculptural pieces from the heart.

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