How It Feels | A Creative Art Series (Open Session, minimum 18yrs of age)

A creative program part of the City of Ryde Artist-in-Residence Initiative

As part of City of Ryde’s Artist-in-Residence program, we are delighted to offer a new creative series and opportunity to meet our artist 2026 artist - Tom Isaacs

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.

Date: Saturday 16 May

Time: 10.30am - 12.30pm

Location: Westward Cottage - 8 Turner St, Ryde

Parking: Timed parking available in local surrounding streets

Cost: This workshop is FREE but registration is essential and places are strictly limited.

Please aim to arrive 30 minutes earlier to have a chat with Tom and share your story. All skill levels welcome!