Join us on Sunday, 20 July from 9am to 3pm, for the second Tactile Arts Makers Market of 2025.
Experience a diverse selection of beautifully handcrafted work from over 100 stalls, produced in the Top End by some of our finest artists, crafters, designers and makers. Enjoy live music from Lilla Wellington, interactive workshops and visit our resident artists in their open studios to experience the creative process in action.
WHAT'S ON @ THE MARKETS
WORKSHOPS
Cost: Free Level: 12 years + Tutor: Catherine Miles Workshop Date & Time: Sunday 20 July, 10am - 1pm Materials: All provided Requirements: Enclosed shoes & a good attitude 😊
Terms and conditions: Class size maximum of 8 per session each session is 40 mins others are welcome to just observe. By attending workshops, the attendee confirms they agree to the workshop disclaimer found on the primary workshop page.
Art Play Day
• Completely FREE! • No booking required - Just drop in! (First in best dressed) • All materials provided • Fun, friendly & No experience needed!
Join award-winning local artist Catherine Miles in the studios at Tactile Arts for an awesome opportunity to explore a range of art materials – from polychromatic pencils and soft pastels to charcoal & watercolours – all in a relaxed, welcoming space!
Whether you’re a complete beginner or a budding artist, Catherine will be on hand to share hints, tips and gentle guidance to help develop your skills – or you can simply have a go and enjoy the experience with no pressure. Come get creative, experiment with beautiful materials, and discover the joy of making art in a safe and supportive environment.
See you in the studio!
Come & Try: Wheel Throwing
Always wanted to try your hand at making pottery? This is the perfect class to give you a taste of how fun throwing on the wheel can be!
Come and learn the basics of pottery and have a go on our wheels. Enjoy a relaxed class where you're encouraged to try something new and adventurous with lots of help and guidance.
All materials are provided, please wear closed in footwear, comfortable clothing, and bring an old towel.
Please note: This class is only to give a taste of pottery and no pieces will be included. However, if you enjoyed this class, we encourage you to sign up to one of our Beginners Throwing on the Wheel Classes in the future.
Come, get your hands dirty and have some fun with your tutor and local potter, Annie Gastin!
Cost: Members:$45 | Non-Members: $40 Tutor: Annie Gaston Workshop Date & Time: Sunday 20 July, 1:30 - 3pm Materials: All provided Requirements: Enclosed shoes & Old towel
Terms and conditions:
Minimum class size 5, maximum 8. Full student refunds can be issued up to 7 working days prior to commencement, however individual classes will not be refunded due to nonattendance.
Tactile Arts members can access their workshop discount by entering DRAGONFLY into the discount code field at the checkout.
Stay tuned for more exciting updates...
The Tactile Arts Makers Markets are kindly supported by the MAGNT, City of Darwin & the Northern Territory Government.
Images: 2025 May Makers Market, by Charlie Bliss
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