About R|Talks

Brisbane’s Queen of Colour, Rachel Burke and local Sewist of all Things, Shaye Hardisty, take a seat on the couch to chat about the importance of creative play, the resurgence of craft and the role of courage in building a successful and cross-disciplinary artistic career.

Facilitated by Laura Jackson, Sewing Co-ordinator for Peppermint Magazine, this lively panel discussion will celebrate the hand-made and unpack the role of textiles in individual expression and rebellion.

For lovers of fashion, fun and the feminine, our first RITalks for 2025 is the creative kick start you’ve been looking for.

Cash bar available. 

Limited tickets - book early to avoid disappointment.

When: Thursday 20 February, 5.30pm for 6pm start

Where: Light Industry Studio, Unit 2/11 Endeavour Dr, Kunda Park QLD 4556

Cost: $10 for SCCA Members, $15 for non members

Parking Details: Free onsite parking subject to availability. Street parking available on Endeavour Dr.

Image Credit: Images courtesy of Rachel Burke, Shaye Hardisty and Laura Jackson.

—

R|Masterclass is delivered as part of The Refinery, SCCA’s suite of professional development programs designed to support creative practitioners working at the intersection of art, technology, environment and design.

Supported through the Creative Industries Investment Program and is jointly funded by Sunshine Coast Council Arts and Heritage Levy and the Regional Arts Development Fund in partnership with the Queensland Government and Arts Queensland and the Creative Ecologies Research Cluster at UniSC.