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Getting involved in the arts

The arts can be used to express emotions, to demonstrate a particular message, or for entertainment and fun.

If you wish to be involved in the arts, contact your local arts organisation to find out about programs and services in your area. You can search for organisations in the Yellow Pages or by contacting your local council.

Where to start

Arts Access Australia is a national body that works with other organisations across Australia to help people with disability access and participate in the arts.

In Queensland, Access Arts can connect you with local arts groups in your area and provide:

  • workshops
  • professional development programs
  • advice about venue accessibility and disability awareness training.

Visit Access Arts, contact them by email info@accessarts.org.au or phone (07) 3844 5897.

Other arts organisations

Monte Lupo

A colourful sign reads ‘Monte Lupo Pottery’, with art decorating a garden bed, near the entry to the Monte Lupo art gallery in Brisbane.Monte Lupo is an Australian Disability Enterprise on Brisbane's southside. It offers an Art Therapy program for Multicap clients and young people with disabilities who attend local special schools. Adults with disabilities interested in working towards becoming professional artists can participate in programs on topics such as painting, sculpture, drawing, sewing, drama, print making, weaving, clay and textiles at the Centre of Creative Arts. Monte Lupo also offers a packaging service, and you can visit the gift shop and gallery.

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Last updated:
14 December 2012

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