Beyond the Brush - Expressive Marks & Personal Style with Guest Judge Glenda Hobdell

Step beyond traditional techniques and discover new ways to express yourself through art.

In this engaging, hands-on workshop, acclaimed artist and Great Barrier Reef Festival Art Exhibition Guest Judge, Glenda Hobdell, will guide participants through a series of creative exercises designed to unlock imagination, encourage experimentation, and help develop a unique artistic voice.

Explore expressive mark-making using both conventional and unconventional tools, move beyond photo-based representation, and learn how emotion, rhythm and movement can shape your work. Through playful exploration and guided reflection, you'll discover new approaches to creativity and gain confidence in your personal style.

Suitable for artists of all experience levels, educators, and anyone curious about exploring creativity without limits.

Participants to bring: – paper or canvas; preferred medium – paints, inks, charcoal, pastel, etc.; non-traditional tools (sticks, sponges, fabric scraps, etc.); optional – camera for inspiration (not replication)