Studios

Come and Watch the Creative Process at Work!

Observe and talk with artists and craftspeople as they weave their magic, creating authentic Tasmanian products. DCS has a rich mix of artists and craftspeople painting, weaving, sewing, making jewellery, woodcrafts and more. You can see them 7 days a week. Come and have a chat with them and gain a glimpse into the mystery of the creative process.

Renting a Studio

Studios are available for a monthly rent to allow artists, artisans and craftspeople the opportunity to create and/or display their skills in their own space. There are varying sizes of studio available to suit a range of budgets, and terms may be negotiated to reflect differing requirements.

Studio holders can create, market and sell their products from within their own studio. There is a friendly atmosphere of sharing and mutual support among studio holders as they work together to promote arts and crafts in the community.

Please contact Deloraine Creative Studios by email at any time, or by telephone on Tuesdays or Thursdays.

Email: info@delorainecreativestudios.com.au

Phone: (03) 6362 4455

Volunteers

The Studio is also staffed with help of volunteers, these include the artists themselves, consignment artists, Centrelink volunteers, and others who might like to spend some time in the studio. If anyone would like to volunteer one or two days a week please feel free to drop in and meet everyone. Volunteering at the studio is very rewarding.

In Memoriam Jim the Weaver

Weaving

James Deghand (Jim the Weaver) was a spinner, dyer and weaver of 50 years experience. He lived and worked at his bush property in Jackeys Marsh, Tasmania as well as in his studio at the DCS. He was represented in private and public collections including the Wolfsonian Museum, Miami Florida, National Gallery in Canberra and the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery of Tasmania, Launceston.

Jim was initially inspired by the knotted rugs of Persia, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. Also by tribal societies in North and South America and Africa. He used primarily woollen yarn in his rugs, blankets and tapestry wall hangings. He produced the yarn himself taking it from the raw fleece through the cleaning, carding, spinning and plant-dying processes. Invested in each piece is hundreds of hours of meticulous work all done by hand as it has been done for centuries past. Each item is unique and crafted to last for generations.

Jim will be remembered for his perfected craft, his wealth of knowledge, and his kind and gentle nature. A true gentleman Jim wove his latest creations at the Deloraine Creative Studios. He will be forever missed by all who knew him.

The Third and Final Edition of James L Deghand’s Book,

‘The Fundamentals of Plant Dyeing’

is available at the studio for purchase at $20.

Angie Poelman I-Aroma

Formulated and Handmade in Tasmania

Angie Poelman creates all natural, handmade aromatic products for: home fragrance, beauty and wellness direct to the public

Dean L. Hohn

Artist’s Bio

I have had an interest in photography since childhood but didn’t start to take it seriously until 2011. It has become my passion and now my wife and I travel around documenting our travels through photographs.

Nature, its beauty and the wonder of its mysteries have always fascinated me. I find being in nature is very calming, relaxing and invigorating. I am continually intrigued by the various patterns nature provides. I am humbled to be able to use objects of beauty from nature to create an art form.

I refer to my work as Nature’s Art. I have been photographing birdlife for the past several years and enjoy using the birds in my photo-artistry creations.

I also enjoy photographing landscapes and wildlife. I prefer to photograph wildlife in their natural habitat where possible.

To ensure my work is displayed in the best possible manner, I have chosen to have my images printed on aluminium. This is done by a heat process that infuses the inks directly into, not onto, the specially prepared sheets of metal. The infusing process creates a super high gloss finish that has increased contrast, extreme sharpness with greater depth of colour that has excellent archival properties and are water and weather resistant.

Dean Hohn

Marilyn J. Patton

Artist Profile

I have always painted. Since moving to beautiful Tasmania, I have devoted serious study to painting through Leoni Duff and the Brisbane Street Art School, and other tutors including Lee Machalac, Martinho Correia, Diane Rappisi, Colley Whisson and Ross Patterson, Lyn Deiffenbach and Graeme Whittle.

Landscapes, Still Life, Portraits, animals and narrative paintings are all of interest to me. I am particularly attracted to peaceful scenes, and compositions that capture sparks of energy and expressions of the spirit.

My work currently hangs in Deloraine Creative Studios, and in the Gallery Pejean located in Launceston. My paintings are included in private collections in Australia and in the United States.

Sybilla Scott-Smith

A GOOD YARN

was born from a futile attempt to return to sleep in the early hours of the morning. Actually it really began in childhood on a sheep farm in New Zealand, knitting beside my dear mother, who died far too young.

I have been a knitter for the past 30 years exploring every aspect of stitch manipulation possible. I have used all forms of natural fibres, with spinning and dying techniques.. This has been combined with also exploring the infinite possibilities of colour and knitwear design.`

I have been awarded for my efforts, and have been given the privilege of judging knitwear at various venues. It is now time for a change of focus, and so I am off-loading my extensive stash of hand spun and hand dyed natural fibre yarn, to share my enjoyment and pleasure with others. This will also give my overworked hands a chance to repair. Sybilla

Jeff and Eileen Wessling

Tasmanian Impressions

Spring Sensations Art

Artist Ricky Hope

I am a self taught water colour artist. I started painting several years ago. My art is inspired by a love of animals. I love their facial expressions, personalities and quirkiness.

I first started painting chickens because I love their facial expressions, and chickens have a lot of attitude, hence my collection ‘Chooks with attitude’

My art evolved from painting chickens to painting other animals, birds, cats, and dogs. I am also commissioned to paint pet portraits.

From my art I have a good collection of hand crafted cards, door hangers, magnets and other items I can put my art on.

Ricky Hope Spring Sensations Art

Stuart Marshall

Lesley specialises in pyrographic illustration on paper and timber.

Wildlife portrayal is a particular feature.

Other work includes:

Pencil and water colour art;

Crafted giftware items in a range of timber, leather and textiles, combining a variety of skills.

Each item is uniquely designed and individually hand made.

Lesley produces her own prints and cards from her original art, using Tasmanian handmade papers,

Tasmanian wildlife, flora and fauna are a special interest, and contributions from the sale of her work go towards Tasmanian wildlife conservation

Kate O'Sullivan

Debbie Howe

I paint Botanical Art inspired by Native Flora. I love bright colours and painting on a large scale. I have always been creative, but started painting seriously during covid.

My Lamps are upcycled using paper, paint, metal leaf and braids. The finish strong and waterproof.

Sylvia Marris

I have always enjoyed drawing, painting and crafts. I started developing my artistic skills at a very young age and remember copying pictures that adorned the walls of my grandparents’ house. I have always loved colour, lots and lots of colour. I am drawn to the patterns and colour of nature, and after moving to Tasmania have also enjoyed referencing local birds and plants in my work.

I enjoyed teaching art classes for over 20 years in Canberra, as an art teacher in Canberra’s schools and in the local community. I have taught intuitive mixed media painting, art journaling and fabric vessel workshops in Canberra, NSW, Victoria and Tasmania. I now call Deloraine home and look forward to teaching more classes from my studio space and in the local area.

In my studio you will find a mix of paintings, premium quality canvas prints, art cards and coiled textile vessels, all of which celebrate nature themes in lots of colour. You will also find me on Mondays and Thursdays working in studio 10 on my latest creative task. Come and say hi.

Leanne Ames

The Quilters Corner

The Quilters Corner has been open within the studios since January 2021. Full of wonderful fabric, patterns, and notions. Classes are also available.

The Quilters Corner is a full service quilt shop. You are welcome to come in for advice and assistance for all your quilting needs. Liisa has 16+ years experience in a retail quilt shop and is happy to share her skills and knowledge. We stock lovely fabrics from many popular designers. We also carry quilt batting and bag making supplies. There is also a website for your online shopping needs.