About Us
Hello there, We are
Mackay Creatives INC.
Mackay Creatives Inc. is a volunteer run not-for-profit organisation committed to supporting
- The promotion of local artists and arts groups based in the Greater Mackay, Whitsunday and Isaac Regions.
- The development of art events and projects that encourage community participation in the arts.
The organisation provides access to free web site promotion, web training, online support, educational resources and grant writing assistance and fee based project management, coordination and auspice support.
The free online network provides local artists and community art groups with the opportunity to connect, exchange ideas and collaborate in a supportive digital environment.
Our Team
Traci Lietzke
President
Tracey Robb
Treasurer
Sue Houston
Secretary
Karen Hurford
Marketing & Artist Support
Yvonne Wingrove
Funding & Artist Support
Our Services
Online Artist Directory
Mackay Creatives Inc provides an accessible web platform to promote the events, services and talents of locally based creatives and community art organisations.
Auspicing & Artist Support
Mackay Creatives Inc provides management, marketing and online web support to local artists and arts groups living in the Greater Mackay Region.
Professional Development For Artists
Mackay Creatives Inc promotes and hosts professional development workshops and opportunities for artists across a wide range of art disciplines and genres.
Newest Members
Featured Artist
Jane Gunn
Brightly coloured, watercolour, acrylic and collage
R|Short Program: K’gari Field Trip 2025
Applications close 26 May
This multi-day field trip on World Heritage-listed K’gari offers artists a unique opportunity to explore the convergence of art, science, technology and the environment in place and discover the potential of creative technologies within their practice.
When: Monday 14 – Thursday 17 July 2025
The field trip includes:
→ A 4-day workshop program delivered by UniSC academics, leading artists and supported by Butchulla/Badtjala Traditional Owners
→ Access to cutting edge tools, including spatial audio, XR, drone photography and locative media
→ 3 nights shared accommodation at UniSC K’gari Research Station on World Heritage-listed K’gari
→ The opportunity to explore the diverse ecosystems of K’gari that are rich with cultural and ecological significance
R|Short Program: K’gari Field Trip is by application.
The fee to participate in this program is $1500 plus GST per person.
Latest News
Location, location, location: Public Art Workshop with Lincoln Austin
27th July 2025
10am – 4pm
Ephemera Workshop Space, Strand Park – Townsville
Join Lincoln Austin for a hands-on experience developing a rapid Public Artwork proposal.
Beginning with a discussion around Lincoln Austin’s experiences of making art for public spaces, the group will then be presented with a Public Artwork Brief, outlining the parameters for the possible production of a public artwork in a location within 500 meters of the gallery (selected by participants).
A group discussion to identify possible creative approaches, public safety issues, concepts, histories and any questions around the brief will guide us into a day of research, discussion, drawing and model making, either in small groups or individually. The workshop will conclude with each creative proposal being presented to the group for further discussion.
Lincoln’s approach to teaching is as advisor and facilitator, the group is encouraged to negotiate the progression of the workshop. Lincoln will be present to offer candid advice, technical knowledge, and assist participants in expressing and refining their creative ambitions.
Venue
Ephemera Workshop Space, Strand Park, 37-43 The Strand, Townsville
Location, Location, Location: Public Art Workshop with Lincoln Austin – Flying Arts Alliance
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Gordon Darling Foundation – General Grants Program
Closes 30 May
This program aims to support Australia-wide, activities of importance in the visual arts. It will give priority to exhibitions of Australian art, and will also consider exhibitions of Asian, Pacific or other international art.
It will assist with the costs of research, travel, publication, to promote knowledge and enjoyment of all aspects of the visual arts to the widest possible audience.
The Foundation can only provide funding to Public Institutions in Australia with Deductable Gift Recipient (DGR) status.