Hi everyone,
As part of my residency with the City of Ryde, I’ll be delivering a series of free workshops for people of all ages and skill levels.
How It Feels is a hands-on creative workshop series that invites the community to explore emotion through making. Guided by artist Tom Isaacs, resident artist for the City of Ryde, participants will create an original textile artwork that expresses a feeling that is meaningful to them.
The workshops focus on skill sharing, creative exploration, and connection. Participants are encouraged to exchange knowledge, experiment with a range of materials and techniques, and explore the relationship between personal experience and artistic expression. Sessions also provide a relaxed space to meet other community members, engage in conversation and reflection, and build connections.
All materials and tools will be provided, and no prior sewing or textile experience is required. Participants are also welcome to bring their own fabric, thread, or sewing materials—either to use in their work or to donate to the workshops.
Workshop participants are invited to contribute their finished piece to a larger collective artwork, bringing together many individual expressions into a shared community work.
Workshop Details
All workshops are FREE but registration is essential and places are strictly limited.
How it feels (Seniors Session)
- Date: Wednesday, 18 March 2026
- Time: 13:00 – 15:00
- Location: INTO-ARTS Studio + Gallery – 71 Ryedale Rd, West Ryde.
- Register: Eventbrite
- Date: Wednesday, 8 April 2026
- Time: 13:00 – 15:00
- Location: INTO-ARTS Studio + Gallery – 71 Ryedale Rd, West Ryde.
- Register: Eventbrite
How it feels (Youth Session, 12-16yrs)
- Date: Wednesday, 15 April 2026
- Time: 13:00 – 15:00
- Location: Ryde Library (Wallumetta Room), 1 Pope St Ryde (Top Ryde City Shopping Centre).
- Register: Eventbrite
How it feels (Open Session, 18yrs and older)
- Date: Saturday, 16 May 2026
- Time: 10:30 – 12:30
- Location: Westward Cottage – 8 Turner St, Ryde
- Register: Eventbrite
Tom Isaacs 