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Message Here’s what has happened in the lastmonth and what’s to come!The last exhibit of ourHandcrafted Giftware was verypopular, as usual and our rangeof handcrafted items continueto grow. Welcome to a newpotter, Cheryl Campbell.We have to thank thewonderful team of helpers, whomake changeover the well-organised process it is. Giftwarehas become so big, and wecouldn't get it done withoutyou. Having said that, please checkout the changes to ourHandcrafted Giftware exhibitson page 6 of our newsletter.Our Winter Solstice exhibitionis now in the gallery, and weare so impressed with therange of mediums and stylesthat our membershipconsistently produces.Congratulations to you all forshowcasing your artisticabilities. Some pieces havealready sold!!Donna (Education) has beenworking tirelessly to explorethe interest of artists, far andwide, in coming to TADAS in2026 and running workshopsessions for our members andcommunity. Some visiting artists includeCheryl Bruce who will berunning a 2-day Watercolourworkshop; Kate Belton whowill inspire us in exploring thecapabilities of Mixed Media;Kathryn deBoer instructingparticipants on working withAcrylics on a big canvas. Keepan eye out for some excitingannouncements!Starting in July we will haveSocial Groups running 5 days aweek. Check out page 2 formore information.Keep an eye out for thelaunch of our CreativeSeasons 2026 calendar in July! Winter Solstice Exhibition on nowNEWSLETTERMembershipJ U N E 20 2 5CommitteeThe society membershipcontinues to grow. Presently,we have 215 members, and wewould like to welcome ourmost recent members:Briana ZuvelaJanett PaulJulie BoyleDebra KeoghChristie ZipparoSkye BrownlieClaudia DeckerCheryl CampbellRichard Hawkins-DadyDonna JonesLinda Speechley
Weekly Social Art & Creative GroupsSTARTING JULY 2025Commencing in July, Toukley Art Gallery willrun various Social Art groups every weekday.Each class will run for a duration of 3 hours andwill be mentored by experienced artists. Youcan join in at any time, work your own pace andwork on the project you want to do. Our SocialGroups will be a wonderful way for creativepeople to get together and have fun. Learn newart forms, create something new and have a lotof laughs along the way.Cost is $10 for members…not a member?You can attend 2 lessons to try-it-out butwhy not join up and benefit from ourGallery’s many events and happenings. Mondays 12-3pm Acrylics for EveryoneWe meet every Monday to create and learnfrom each other. Bring along an acrylic projectyou wish to work on or need advice with. Bringall your usual painting gear and have fun. Youcan cruise along at your own pace and someweeks we will concentrate on a specifictechnique that you may like to learn. Tuesdays 9.30-12.30 Drawing & Works onPaperJoin anytime with this lively group and learnthe building blocks for art. Many areas arecovered from pencils to charcoal, colouredpencils to pastels. This is always a busy class sobook ahead. Wednesdays 9.30-12.30 Anything Goes-any medium welcomePaint the morning away with your latest project,this is a general painting group with participantsworking in oils, acrylics, watercolours and mixedmedia. Bring your painting supplies and worksurface and have funThursdays 9.30-12.30 Creative Crafts Be a part of our craft group where our mentorsare multi-talented and can cover a vast array ofcraft applications. All you need is the project youare working on and all your supplies to do thetask. We also offer some weeks where we willfocus on specific types of craft for you to learnsomething new. Fridays 12-3pm Wonderful WatercoloursSuch a popular medium and we have created agroup just for you. Each Friday you can spendtime with like-minded painters and share ideas,tips and advice. Our experienced mentors arethere to guide you through anything tricky.Bring your watercolour supplies and get going!
In today’s digital age, where screen time often overshadows face-to-face interactions, joining anadult art group offers the social benefits of genuine connections. Creativity becomes the bridgeto meaningful relationships, and social art groups provide the perfect setting for this creativecamaraderie to flourish.Art plays a significant role in social and emotional development. Engaging in artistic activitiescan help individuals of all ages better understand and navigate their emotions, build empathy,and develop strong social connections.Art has a remarkable ability to transcend age and become a powerful therapeutic tool. In recentyears, the benefits of engaging in art activities, particularly for older adults, have gainedrecognition. Discovering Shared Interests: Building connections can be challenging, especially whenfiguring out how to initiate conversations or find common ground. Shared interests, like art,provide a platform for individuals to overcome these challenges. By exploring sharedinterests, individuals can initiate meaningful conversations and find common ground withtheir peers.Promoting Social-Emotional Learning: Shared artistic interests are pivotal in fosteringsocial-emotional learning, allowing for emotional expression and understanding, which arethe cornerstones of strong social connections. Beyond the Canvas: The shared interest in art goes beyond creating artwork. It’s about theshared struggles, mutual appreciation, and collective growth that individuals experience intheir artistic journey.Making New Friends in the Digital AgeSocial media, while a boon, often offers superficial connections. In contrast, the interactions inan art class are genuine. They’re about shared struggles, mutual appreciation, and collectivegrowth. It’s about laughing over a blotched painting and admiring a peer’s masterpiece. The Digital Dilemma: In today’s digital age, genuine human connections have become rare.While social media platforms offer a plethora of connections, they often lack depth andauthenticity.The Social Art Group Advantage: Adult art and craft groups provide an avenue for genuineface-to-face interactions. Here, individuals can bond over shared experiences, learn fromeach other, and build lasting friendships.Building Real Connections: In a social art and craft group, every interaction, whether acompliment on a piece of art or craft or a discussion about a technique, is genuine andheartfelt. Such interactions lay the foundation for deep and meaningful relationships.WHY JOIN A SOCIAL ART OR CRAFT GROUP
MORE INFORMATION ON OUR WEBSITEwww.toukleyartgallery.com.au/education/including all Sunday Workshops for 2025Phone: 4392 4666Social Group:Drawing 10am - 12pmSocial Group:Painting9:30am - 12pmCreatingMONTHLYWORKSHOPWorking with AcrylicsClass12pm - 3pmWEEKLYWatercolour Class12pm - 3pmFRIDAYMONTHLY PLANNERMONDAYMONTH:NOTE:TUESDAYWEDNESDAYSUNDAY JUNE 8THDepicting Flowers inColour Mediumwith Molly Gill10a.m.-3p.m.https://www.toukleyartgallery.com.au/education/day-classes/WEEKLY CLASSESFOR JUNE
Scan QR Code toenroll in anyWorkshopORPhone the gallery4392 4666Check our website for moreinformation and materialslist for each Workshopwww.toukleyartgallery.com.auMay 4June 8Molly Gill - Flowers inColour MediumsYou will learn about the 4-whorl flower template and theparts associated with eachwhorl. You will also learn aboutthe arrangement of flowersand leaves on the stem anddrawing flowers in perspective.You will have an opportunity todraw and paint a flower(s) incolour pencil or watercolour.Leonie Loewe - BeadedBrillianceParticipants will learn thefundamental techniques fromstringing beads to securing closures.They will have the freedom to chooseprojects that resonate with theirpersonal style. This class is inclusiveand aimed at all skill levels. There isno better feeling than craftingsomething beautiful with your ownhands. Discover the joy of creatingjewellery that is as unique andindividual as you are. Guaranteedsuccess! Denise Painter - MixedMedia & CollageAttendees will learn how todesign the layout of their work,the colours and texturesto be used, design techniquessuch as shatter etc. Attendeeswill be encouraged tothink outside the square tocreate a unique work usingmixed media including paperssuch as tissue along withacrylics.Judith Hoste - Workingwith PastelsWorking from a photograph,participants will be working withsoft chalk pastels mainly andusing hard chalk pastels for thefiner details.Sunday Workshops June 8July 20September 21August 17
NEXT EXHIBITION: Create Your FutureOur Create Your Future Exhibition is starting atthe end of July. So don't forget to check out thedetails on our website about the entry details.The exhibition is for our members to exhibittheir talent so don't forget to submit your work.Can't wait to see your new works!Don't forget to ring and book a time to dropyour entered artwork off and to pick up yourcurrent artwork, if being exhibited.We are very pleased to announce that Handcrafted Giftware items will now stay in thegallery for up to 6 months. You can sign out items if needed. So, no bi-monthly changeoverwhich will make life a lot easier for Jenny and her wonderful team. The shelves will be re-arranged monthly, and you will be able to re-stock when convenient.Just get the office staff to check that your tags match the information written in the greenfolder.First time exhibitors of any Handcrafted Giftware will need to liaise with Jenny Rogers prior toexhibiting.The maximum number of giftware items on display will remain at 25 and be at Jenny’sdiscretion. Payments to exhibitors for sold items will take place bi-monthly.If you have any questions regarding this new system, please email the gallery and mark itAttention: Jenny Rogers.This new system only applies to Handcrafted Giftware, Cards and Unframed - Hanging artand sculpture will remain with the changeover system. CHANGES TO OUR HANDCRAFTED GIFTWARE
Renewals 2025-2026 - Toukley Art GalleryMembership Fees for 2025/2026Due by June 30When you renew your membership to our wonderful society, you will be issued with aMembership card. This will ensure that you are eligible to receive a discount in any of ourpopular Workshops and you can attend any of our Social Groups for just $10 a session.Please ensure that when you arrive to participate in any of our activities that you showour office helpers your Membership card.You can also get a discount at Eckersley’s @ Erina when you show your card. Flash it to get it!!!
Jenny started her art journey with acorrespondence art course for her 16thbirthday. Since then, her family and friends havegiven her many art and craft classes aspresents. Jenny’s favourite gift was the resin classher colleagues gave her for a retirementpresent. She is happily retired after a teachingcareer spanning 30 years in primaryeducation.Jenny has been managing theHandcrafted Giftware area of our galleryand is always encouraging members toexplore the vast array of craft options thatare available to us. Jenny will also be oneof our mentors at the Thursday Craftsessions, commencing in July.Stories of Craft: Member ProfileJENNY ROGERSFor all information, timetables and forms, our website is the go-to place. Make sureyou are linked to our Facebook page and Instagram, to ensure you get up-to-dateinformation on current events - www.toukleyartgallery.com.auStay InformedExamples of Jenny’s work
Upcoming events around the areaLots of opportunities for our members to participate in various competitions &shows in the area. Have a go!Art Entry form linkCraft Entry form linkLink for informationWangi LionsGwandalan Lions
Tuggerah Lakes Art Society TOUKLEY ART GALLERY4392 4666www.toukleyartgallery.com.auWallarah RoadGorokan NSW 2263Central Coast Creative CollectiveCentral Coast Art SocietyThank you for reading!Red Tree TheatreCentral Coast Watercolour SocietyPlease click on the links to each member of the collective to findinformation on events that are taking place around the Coast.