November is shaping up to be a landmark month for arts, culture, and creativity across the Redlands Coast. From major gallery exhibitions by celebrated artists to intimate author talks and hands-on community workshops, there is an inspiring event for everyone. Whether you are looking to immerse yourself in a long-running exhibition, meet a national icon, or learn a new craft, this is the perfect time to explore the region’s vibrant cultural scene.
CREATE EXCHANGE: Wearing Country – Delvene Cockatoo-Collins
Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland — 7 September – 18 November 2025
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This major exhibition showcases the dynamic creative practice of Quandamooka artist and designer Delvene Cockatoo-Collins. With a deep respect for Country, the display features unique garments that reveal the natural beauty of Minjerribah and family stories as a source of inspiration for wearable art.
Author talk: Bryan Brown
Cleveland Library, Cleveland — 8 November 2025
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Join well-known actor and bestselling author Bryan Brown as he discusses his distinctive storytelling voice and latest gripping crime novel, ‘The Hidden’. This thrilling morning will be led in discussion by fellow author Ben Hobson, offering a fantastic insight into Bryan’s celebrated writing career.
Le Chapeau: Textiles Exhibition
Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland — 15 September – 31 December 2025
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Visit the Redlands Coast Museum for a fascinating display featuring an array of beautiful hats, as well as millinery tools and equipment. The collection ranges from a fragile 1880s black silk bonnet to stunning items donated by Brisbane milliner Dell Johnstone.
Delvene Cockatoo-Collins at her pop-up shop
Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland — 9 November 2025
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For one day only, meet celebrated Quandamooka artist and designer Delvene Cockatoo-Collins at this special pop-up shop. This is the perfect chance to discover her stunning wearable art, support a local artist, and find meaningful gifts while visiting her ‘Wearing Country’ exhibition.
Little Gems – Exhibition
Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland — 15 October – 21 November 2025
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This special exhibition features precious things by four multi-faceted artists: Rhyl Henzell, Louise Saunders, Jen Henzell, and Emma Dusting. Inspired by nature, these talented artisans will showcase their unique skills in a wide variety of mediums, including paint, paper, mosaics, and metals.
Gouache Landscape Workshop
Redland Coast Art Society, Capalaba — 7 November 2025
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Discover the beauty and versatility of gouache in this immersive landscape painting class, suitable for all abilities. You will learn how to use this richly pigmented medium to capture light, atmosphere, and texture in expressive ways, focusing on key elements like skies, trees, and water.
Create and connect: Blotted line printmaking
Russell Island Community Hall, Russell Island — 7 November 2025
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Learn the unique blotted-line monoprint method that Andy Warhol made famous, using simple materials like a nib pen, acrylic ink, and tracing paper. This beginner class requires no drawing skills and will walk you through the process to create a one-of-a-kind monoprint that pops.
Create and connect: Suffolk puffs
Capalaba Library, Capalaba — 7 November 2025
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Join this fun and creative workshop to learn how to make beautiful Suffolk puffs, which are small, gathered fabric circles. This hands-on session is perfect for embellishing quilts, clothing, and other crafts, and is open to both beginners and experienced sewers.
These events offer just a snapshot of the creative happenings across the coast, providing rich opportunities to engage with art, stories, and new skills. Be sure to book your tickets or reserve your spot for these popular workshops and talks, as many will fill up quickly.
