Arts

“Macleay Island in Redland City is gaining a reputation as one of south east Queensland’s most creative destinations.”

-Mariae Crawshaw, RDA Logan and Redlands Executive Officer

“Fantasy” by local sculptor Ted Upton. Carved from locally sourced Beach Hyacinth

Located just 30 kilometers from Brisbane, Macleay Island is currently home to 250 artists, writers and musicians. The ever growing artistic community features a broad range of skills and talent ranging from painting, sculpture, pottery, calligraphy, and photography to dancing, singing, acting, and writing.

Local artists of note include Madeleine Ekeblad, David Wells, Karen Foster,Ted Upton, Ruth Venner and Sherree Johansson.

The beautiful landscape and tranquil atmosphere of Macleay Island inspires our artistic community every day.

For individual artists and musicians, please view these categories.

Artists Musicians

For Artist Societies, please view below.

Macleay Island Inspirational Writers’ Group
Macleay Island Inspirational Writers’ Group (MIIWG) was established in 2007 with the aim of encouraging Macleay Island writers to develop their creativity in a supportive and welcoming environment. The philosophy of the group is ‘generosity of spirit’. If you would like to know more about the group please email Trish at tricat235@hotmail.com

Macleay Island Arts Centre
The Macleay Island Arts Complex is a not-for-profit community arts organisation situated at 95-97 Coast Road on Macleay Island. For more information, contact 3409 4100

Macleay Island Craft Group
Formed in 1982 when four local residents shared their time and skills in a private home on a regular basis, the sixty-two members of the Group now meet at the Community Centre on Tuesday mornings.

Macleay Island Woolies
Everything to do with wool. Meet once a fortnight from 10am to midday Tuesdays at the Emerald Isle Shopping Centre.
Weaving - spinning - knitting - crochet - come and join us for a chat.