Big Fig Arts Inc.

04/08/2026

Our next creative workshop is the popular Botanical linoprint workshop that we are running on Sunday 23rd August 10-1pm. Come along to this nature inspired printmaking class with artist Marc Renshaw . All high quality materials, tools and expert tuition provided. You will learn the whole process from drawing/designing your print to carving and using our etching press to make a suite of fine art prints ready for framing. Our classes are inclusive and small to maximise printing time and one on one guidance. All ages 12+ and levels of ability are welcome, perfect for beginners. Held at the warm and cosy light filled Stables in Bellingen. $70. Booking is essential. Contact us at [email protected]
Thanks so much 🎨

28/07/2026

Free Professional Development Series for Artists Living with Disability 🎨
ONLY 6 SPOTS LEFT!!

This free three-part workshop series is designed specifically for artists living with disability who want to build confidence, sharpen their professional skills and open new doors for their creative careers.

Across the three sessions you'll:
✅ Write a professional artist bio and artist statement
✅ Get a professional headshot for your applications and promo materials
✅ Learn practical tips for selling your artwork and presenting yourself professionally
✅ Understand the benefits of entering art prizes and exhibitions
✅ Build confidence approaching galleries with exhibition and project proposals

Morning tea and light lunch provided at each workshop.
Facilitated by Marc Renshaw, with Alyson Pearson and James Lander.

📅 8 Aug / 11 Aug / 20 Aug
📍 Nambucca Valley Phoenix, 88 High St, Bowraville.
🔗 https://events.humanitix.com/professional-development-workshops-open-to-artists-living-with-a-disability
or via artsmidnorthcoast.com (link in bio)
📞 call 6658 9400

Access: Wheelchair accessible venue, accessible parking and toilets, and a quiet space available on the day. See less

27/07/2026

All welcome to join our weekly drawing class Dead Flowers Society. A dynamic social drawing session for all levels of experience. Small inclusive class where each week has a different focus and we explore art materials, techniques and creative approaches. $25 per session. All materials supplied so nothing to bring. Come once or whenever suits you. Held in Bellingen at the Stables every Wednesday night 6-7pm. Bookings at [email protected] ☠️🌻🎨

20/07/2026

20/07/2026

Our next workshop is Colour Linoprinting. We will run through the whole technique from your drawings and ideas into finished fine art prints ready to frame. Easy colourful prints made in a relaxed small class size. All materials and tuition supplied and suits all ages and levels of experience. This Sunday 26th July 10-1pm in Bellingen at the Stables. $70 pp. booking and info contact [email protected] 🎨 limited places left 😊

18/07/2026

Every Wednesday night 6-7pm. We gather to draw, sketch and make marks. Sometimes it’s traditional and sometimes it’s a contemporary evening of exploration. We provide all the art materials and a light filled cosy art studio space. We put on some music or listen to the rain. Sometimes we have conversations in between drawing about art, life and creating. Sometimes we just sit in our own creative space. We change up the themes and focus each week. The idea is to slow down and make something. It’s a little bit social if you want. It’s mostly about you having some time to yourself while you scribble. Dead Flowers Society welcomes all ages and levels of ability in this dynamic inclusive class. Contact us [email protected]. Booking essential 😊🌻🎨

12/07/2026

Opening this week at the Laneway Gallery in Coffs on Saturday 18th July 3-6pm. LUCY JUHNKE. All welcome.

10/07/2026

Charlotte has written this short piece about our friend Nikky’s show which is currently showing at Yarrila Arts and Museum Check it out via Charlotte Craib profile. Nikky Morgan-smith

02/07/2026

We have 2 print workshops this month. Colour Linoprint Workshop will be held on Sunday 26th July from 10-1pm at the Bellingen Stables. $70 with all instructions and materials supplied so you can turn your ideas and drawings into a small suite of fine art prints ready for framing. Join experienced artist printmaker Marc Renshaw in this fun and inclusive workshop and learn the art of linoprint in full colour. All levels of experience and ability are welcome as we will guide you through the process in this small sized class. Bookings are essential, contact us for more info or to book your place at [email protected] 🎨 come have some creative time to yourself 😊

02/07/2026

Our next upcoming printmaking workshop is Experimental Intaglio Etching. Unlike traditional metal plate etching this technique is fast and expressive, uses no chemicals or acids and yet produces amazing etching results! We will be using Tetrapak plates to create prints of your ideas, drawings and mark making. Learn all about this contemporary etching approach, the materials and tools to use, what inks and mark making you can apply to experiment and create fine art prints ready to frame. You will also learn to use our etching press and as a bonus we are going to show you how to make your own print press ( suitable to print Lino, monoprint and etching) to use at home very affordably so you can keep on printing. All high quality art materials and expert tuition are provided so you can create a small suite of prints. The class size is small and open to any level of creative experience and anyone 12+. Held in Bellingen at the light and cosy art Stables Sunday 19th July 10-1pm. $75 pp Bookings are essential and you can contact us at [email protected] thanks 😊🎨