April 2026 Newsletter
Read the April 2026 Artisans Guild Caboolture newsletter, featuring artist stories, exhibitions, community updates, and creative developments across Moreton Bay
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Chris Edwards
Based in: Caboolture, Queensland
Medium: Acrylics, watercolour, pencil, oils
Style: Quirky, imaginative, observational
Favourite Subjects: Portraits, animals, imaginative scenes
Years Making: Lifelong
Known For: Adding imaginative twists to traditional subjects -
Machine Embroidery Group
Machine Embroidery Group is a monthly gathering for those interested in creative machine embroidery. Participants bring their own machines and projects, learning new techniques and building confidence in a relaxed, supportive environment.
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When the Hall Came Alive
For years, the Caboolture Memorial Hall became a vibrant hub of creativity as the Artisans Guild hosted its much-loved annual exhibitions.
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Finding a Home at the Old Fire Station
From church annexes to exhibition halls, the Artisans Guild spent years on the move — until a turning point in 1996 gave them a place to truly call home.
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Encouraging the Next Generation, 1990
In the early 1990s, the Artisans Guild turned its focus to the next generation — supporting and celebrating young artists in the local community.
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Christmas with Heart, Early 1990s
In the early 1990s, the Artisans Guild created something special each Christmas — a celebration filled with generosity, laughter, and genuine connection.
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The Guild on the Road, Late 1980s
In the early days, the Artisans Guild didn’t wait for a space — they took their work to the people, sharing handmade craft at local events across the region.
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The Artisans Guild Incorporation Dinner, 1989
A single photograph from 1989 captures a defining moment in the Artisans Guild’s journey — one built on community support, creativity, and belief in local artists.
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Crafty Tarts
Crafty Tarts is a weekly sewing group where members work on their own projects using hand and machine techniques. With a relaxed, social atmosphere, it’s a welcoming space to share ideas, build skills and enjoy sewing alongside others.
