Community Engagement ·
Community Engagement ·
Workshop at the Manly Art Gallery
Creative Collage for Community Connection.
We design and deliver thoughtful, hands-on collage workshops that bring people together through creativity.
Working with major institutions, local government, galleries and community organisations across Sydney and Greater Sydney, our programs are tailored to respond to specific themes, exhibitions, public initiatives and place-based stories.
Each workshop fosters storytelling, collaboration and shared meaning-making. Through collage, participants explore composition, colour, balance and narrative while strengthening creative confidence and critical thinking.
More than art-making, our sessions create space for dialogue, reflection and genuine community connection.
Workshop at the Burwood Library
Typical Workshop Structure
Introduction & Context: An accessible introduction to collage history, key artistic approaches and conceptual frameworks — often connected to a site, exhibition, community theme or cultural narrative.
Creative Making Session: Participants create their own collage works using guided prompts and individual support. Workshops may incorporate collaborative elements that encourage exchange, discussion and collective storytelling.
Reflection & Sharing: A gallery-style presentation where participants reflect on their process and outcomes, strengthening confidence, communication and appreciation of diverse perspectives.
Programs can also extend to include engagement resources, professional development sessions, or place-based activations aligned with broader cultural initiatives.
Collage Gallery at Woodburn Creative
“Through creative play, participants connect, collaborate and develop new ways of thinking and creating together.”
– Kubi Vasak, Artist and lead workshop facilitator
Workshop for Burwood Council
Program Details
Duration: Typically 1.5-2.5 hour sessions (custom options available)
Materials: Vintage books, magazines, artist papers, glue and scissors (participants may also incorporate personal materials)
Location: Delivered on-site across Sydney and Greater Sydney
Flexible Delivery: Programs can be tailored for schools, councils, galleries, festivals and community groups
Engagement Resources: Optional supporting materials, professional development sessions or exhibition-based responses
Why Work With Us?
✔ Community-Centred Design – Programs strengthen interpersonal and place-based connections
✔ Tailored & Responsive – Workshops are shaped around exhibitions, public programs, local histories or organisational goals
✔ Safe & Supportive Environment – Encouraging creative risk-taking, dialogue and shared reflection
✔ Creative Skill Development – Building lateral thinking, problem-solving and visual literacy through play
✔ Experienced Creative Leadership – Led by a practising artist with extensive experience delivering community engagement initiatives
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benefits of collage
benefits of collage
25%
Stress Reduction
Did you know research shows doing fun activities like collage for just 45 minutes a day can make you feel 25% less stressed.
50%
Happier Mood
Individuals who regularly participate in creative hobbies report a 50% increase in feelings of happiness and experience a better work/life balance.
73%
Cognition
People who regularly engage in creative pursuits, such as drawing or collage, are 73% less likely to experience cognitive impairment later in life.
Research conducted by the University of Queensland and the University of Melbourne, as well as a study published in the Australian Journal of Psychology.
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Our workshops strengthen community connection by creating shared creative experiences. Participants build confidence, develop new ways of thinking, and engage in collaborative dialogue while making meaningful, personal work.
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Students explore composition, colour theory, texture, and storytelling throughParticipants explore composition, colour, texture and storytelling through hands-on collage-making. Sessions encourage experimentation, collaboration and individual expression, creating space for both personal reflection and shared conversation.
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Key Components of Our Programs:
• Creative Making – Hands-on collage creation using diverse materials and techniques, supporting participants to develop their own visual language.
• Context & Conversation – Discussions that connect collage to contemporary practice, local themes, exhibitions or community narratives.
• Sharing & Reflection – A concluding gallery-style display where participants share their work, reflect on their process and engage in constructive dialogue.
Workshops can also include collaborative outcomes, place-based responses or exhibition-linked activations.
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We provide all necessary materials, including vintage magazines, books, artist papers, glue and scissors. Organisations simply need to arrange a suitable space. Participants are also welcome to incorporate personal or site-specific materials where appropriate.
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Yes! Programs are tailored to suit diverse community groups, abilities and contexts. Whether working with small community organisations, large-scale public programs or intergenerational groups, workshops are adjusted in tone, complexity and focus to ensure meaningful engagement.
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Absolutely. Programs can be designed to respond to exhibitions, festivals, local histories, public art initiatives or broader community priorities. We work collaboratively to ensure the workshop aligns with your goals and audience.
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We deliver workshops on-site across Sydney and Greater Sydney. Programs can be hosted in galleries, community centres, libraries, public spaces or organisational venues.