Art Write Now: Creative Writing Workshops

Saturday 27 June 2026 | 01:30 PM

Surfers Paradise

Take part in thought-provoking discussion in a safe space to fuel your creative writing dreams and get your words onto the page!

Facilitated by award-winning writer Christine Betts, this series of creative writing workshops involves spending time in the Gallery and responding to exhibitions and works of art through a range of guided writing exercises.

Recommended for ages 16+.

Beneath the Surface

As part of this workshop, we will visit the exhibition Beneath the Surface, before undertaking a series of responsive guided writing exercises.

We will draw on themes of reflection and shadow, moonlight shimmering on water, and stark sunlight on bleached bones. Choose your adventure: dive into poetry using Magic Word prompts, or craft the setting for a short story – underwater, in a desert, or an urban wasteland. There's plenty of space and time to explore, experiment, and most importantly, to write.

Getting there

Consider using public transport or active travel. Plan your trip with Translink's journey planner.

Parking may be limited. For metered parking, use the EasyPark app to start, end, and extend your parking direct from your phone to avoid fines. For more information visit City of Gold Coast's Parking page.

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