Painting Workshop - Still Life in lots of ways
19 Aug 26, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The Roma on Bungil Gallery welcomes you to attend our upcoming ‘Still Life in lots of ways’ painting workshop by Yamba artists Jude McBean, Skye McKenny and Bruce Zietsch.
Come along to discover the effects in paint from stencilling, spraying, scraping, drawing and printing using found materials to create floral based still life works.
WHEN : 19 August 2026
TIME : 5:30m to 7:30pm
WERE : Maranoa Artist Studio, Community Arts Centre, Roma
COST : $30 (includes home made soup!)
Materials are supplied but feel free to bring your own board & acrylic paints if you wish. Please bring a stencil of stanley knife plus flowers & seeds/seed heads from native grasses, pressed flat.
Bookings essential.
For more information please contact Sandy on 0427 227 557.
Light Play and Still Life Photography Workshop with Marian Drew
16 Aug 26, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
The Roma on Bungil Gallery welcomes you to attend our upcoming ‘Light Play and Still Life Photography Workshop’ with Marian Drew.
Participants will make still photographs using hand applied lighting transforming found objects, flowers, fabric and backdrops to create their own still life vignette.
WHEN : 16 August 2026
TIME : 12:30am to 3:00pm
WERE : Roma On Bungil Gallery, Community Arts Centre, Roma
COST : $30
Participants are requied to bring their own camera and tripod if possible. Those without equipment are welcome. Suitable for adults and high school students interested in learning new photography skills.
Bookings essential.
For more information : judetaggart26@gmail.com
Playfully Drawing From Nature Workshop
16 Aug 26, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Roma on Bungil Gallery welcomes you to attend our upcoming ‘Playfully Drawing From Nature Workshop’.
Explore your artistic side in a welcoming relaxed environment. Whether you are a seasoned artist or just starting out, there is space for everyone.
WHEN : 16 August 2026
TIME : 10:00am to 3:00pm
WERE : Painters Group Studio Space, Community Arts Centre, Roma
COST : $60 waged, $30 unwaged.
Participants are requied to bring a palm sized object. All materials provided. Fun for all ages. Prepare to get messy.
Bookings essential.
For more information : donnamalone451@gmail.com
Playful Drawing From Nature Workshop
5 Jul 26, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Get ready to dive into the world of creativity by experientially learning the basics of drawing natural objects from the enviroment with experienced exhibiting artist and tutor Donna Malone.
All ages welcome. Children to be accompanied by an adult.
WHEN:
Sunday 5 July 2026
11am to 2pm
WHERE:
Painters Group Studio Space, Roma Gallery, Roma Qld 4455
COST: $25
A FEW THINGS TO NOTE:
You will participate in fun drawing exercises, pasting and cutting and wet/dry mixed media processes.
Please bring your own apron, lunch and a palm sized object to draw.
HOW TO BOOK
Email donnamalone451@gmail.com
Silent Walk with Merete Megarrity
5 Jul 26, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Be led by exhibiting artist Merete Megarrity for an hour long silent walk. Everything will be supplied.
All ages welcome. Children to be accompanied by an adult.
WHEN:
Sunday 5 July 2026
9am to 10am
WHERE:
Meet at the Roma Gallery, Hawthorne St, Roma Qld 4455
COST: Free
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Jude Roberts via email judetaggart26@gmail.com
Drawing Backgrounds in Portraits with Clare Cowley
4 Jul 26, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Lean from Clare Cowley on the finer details on how to draw backgrounds in portraits workshop.
WHEN:
Saturday 4 July 2026
12:30pm to 3pm
WHERE:
Painters Group Studio Space, Roma Gallery, Roma Qld 4455
COST: $25
A FEW THINGS TO NOTE:
Please bring your own art kit and an object to draw. Extra materials will be supplied.
HOW TO BOOK
Email clarecowleyart@gmail.com
Terra-Rara Rare Earth Exhibition
3 Jul 26 - 15 Aug 26, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Roma on Bungil Gallery welcomes you to attend the exhibition opening of Terra-Rara Rare Earth, an exhibition by Yimbaya Maranoa Arts Collective, on Friday 3 July 2026 at 5:30pm.
Please RSVP to secretary@romaonbungil.com.au.
This exhibition will be on display until 15 August 2026.
You can view the exhibition schedule HERE.
The gallery is open Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm and Saturday 9am – 12 noon.
Fluro Painting School Holiday Workshop
28 Jun 26 - 29 Jun 26, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Maranoa Regional Council invites you to get creative and glow this school holidays!
School holiday hands-on workshops are on offer for school-aged children of all skill levels, to have fun while using bright, glowing materials to create amazing artworks supported by talented visual and Cultural artists.
Try something new, learn new drawing techniques and discover the stories behind local native plants and the Yimbaya Maranoa Arts Collective.
Artworks won’t just stay on paper – some of the artworks will be turned into digital art and projected BIG on the opening night of the Terrarara Rare Earth Exhibition!
Drop-in style sessions:
WHEN:
Sunday 28 June & Monday 29 June
Morning : 9am to 11am
Afternoon: 1pm to 3pm
Sessions are approximately 30-45minutes.
WHERE:
Hibernian Hall, Roma Qld 4455
COST: Free
A FEW THINGS TO NOTE:
Please bring your own morning or afternoon tea
This workshop is suitable for school-aged children (younger children must be accompanied by an adult).
Bookings are welcome but not essential. You may book by emailing gunjudinbushfoots@gmail.com.au or calling Vernessa on 0427 263 526.
Upon, Above & Beyond the Edge
17 Apr 26 - 13 Jun 26, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Roma on Bungil Gallery welcomes you to attend the exhibition opening of Upon, Above & Beyond the Edge, an exhibition by Heather Gall and Cate Day, on Friday 17 April 2026 at 5:30pm.
Please RSVP to secretary@romaonbungil.com.au.
This exhibition will be on display until 13 June 2026. View and download exhibition catalogue HERE (PDF).
The gallery is open Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm and Saturday 9am – 12 noon.
Artist Statement – Heather Gall
Easter Art Show
3 Apr 26 - 10 Apr 26, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
In conjunction with Roma’s 50th Easter in the Country, Maranoa Artists are proud to hold the 2026 Easter Art Show.
On display from 2 April 2026 until 10 April 2026.
Daniel Butterworth - Artist discussion and portrait demonstration
14 Feb 26, 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Daniel Butterworth is coming to Roma and you’re invited! Come and set how he painted Maggie Beer’s portrait on the ABC show, Portrait Artist of the Year.
Artist discussion and portrait demonstration to be held at the Roma on Bungil Gallery. Free to attend.
Please RSVP to secretary@romaonbungil.com.au.
See how he does it here:
The Wealth
13 Feb 26 - 28 Mar 26, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Roma on Bungil Gallery welcomes you to attend The Wealth, an exhibition by Daniel Butterworth, on show from Friday 13 February 2026 until 28 March 2026.
The gallery is open Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm and Saturday 9am – 12 noon.
You can view the catalogue of his works HERE.
You can learn more here:
Daniel Butterworth – The Wealth exhibition – Press Release (PDF)
Artist Bio – Daniel Butterworth (PDF)
View this fantastic podcast video with Daniel Butterworth – Watch on YouTube HERE
What how he does it here:
Far and Wide
24 Oct 25 - 20 Dec 25, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Roma on Bungil Gallery welcomes you to attend the opening of Far and Wide, an exhibition by Bruce Griffiths, to be held on Friday 24 October 2025 commencing at 5:30pm.
Please RSVP to secretary@romaonbungil.com.au. Refreshments available for a gold coin donation.
The exhibition will be on display until 20 December 2025.
You can learn more here:
Far and Wide Exhibition Catalogue including Artist Statement (PDF)
Artist Bio – Bruce Griffiths (PDF)
Girl in the Field – Watercolour
Charleville Country – Watercolour
The opening of this exhibition was a complete success. See the attached media report for images from the event.
The Mervyn Moriarty Landscape Award
22 Aug 25 - 14 Oct 25, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Roma on Bungil Gallery welcomes you to attend the opening of The Mervyn Moriarty Landscape Award, the 2025 Touring Exhibition to be held on Friday 22 August 2025 commencing at 5:30pm.
Please RSVP to secretary@romaonbungil.com.au. Refreshments available for a gold coin donation.
The exhibition will run from 23 August to 14 October August 2025.
ROBG Small Sculpture Exhibition
13 Jun 25 - 16 Aug 25, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Roma on Bungil Gallery welcomes all artists to attend the opening of The Small Sculpture Exhibition to be held on Friday 13 June 2025 commencing at 6pm.
Please RSVP to secretary@romaonbungil.com.au. Refreshments available for a gold coin donation.
Download a copy of the Small Sculpture Exhibition booklet HERE
The exhibition will run from 13 June to 16 August 2025. Read media release HERE
The Easter Art Exhibition
16 Apr 25 - 7 Jun 25, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The 2025 Easter Art Exhibition is an exhibition of works from the Easter Art Competition by a variety of artists.
The exhibition opening will be held on Wednesday, 16 April 2025 at 6:30pm. Refreshments are available.
Please direct all inquiries and RSVP for exhibition opening to secretary@romaonbungil.com.au
The exhibition is running until Saturday 7 June 2025.
PLEASE NOTE: Gallery opening times will vary over the Easter weekend from 10am to 4pm.
The Art of Small
7 Feb 25 - 5 Apr 25, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Art of Small is an exhibition of works by Janet Doyle.
The exhibition opening will be held on Friday, 7 February 2025 at 5:30pm. Refreshments are available.
Please direct all inquiries and RSVP for exhibition opening to secretary@romaonbungil.com.au
The exhibition is running until Saturday 5 April 2025.
You can read the artists statement here and view the catalogue here.
The Changing Landscape
25 Oct 24 - 21 Dec 24, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Changing Landscape is an exhibition of works by Jenny Foxton.
The exhibition opening will be held on Saturday 25 October 2024 at 5:30pm. Refreshments are available.
Please direct all inquiries and RSVP for exhibition opening to secretary@romaonbungil.com.au
The exhibition is running until Saturday 21 December 2024.
View exhibition schedule and read about the artist here.
Pas De Deux Exhibition
19 Aug 24 - 19 Oct 24, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Pas De Deux is an exhibition of works by Carol Curran & Loretta Thomas.
The exhibition opening will be held on Saturday 17 August 2024 at 1pm. Refreshments are available.
Please direct all inquiries and RSVP for exhibition opening to secretary@romaonbungil.com.au
The exhibition is running until Saturday 19 October 2024.
Artist Statement – Carol Curran
My art journey started many years ago when I went to Elaine Larter’s studio for Folk Art lessons. I now run the Folk Art group for U3A every Thursday with a great bunch of participants. My involvement with Maranoa Artists started when I became treasurer, a job which I still hold many years later. I began with Mavis Bunt’s watercolour workshops which were a great starting point. I then progressed to the workshops conducted by out-of-town professional tutors. I have dabbled in charcoal, pastels, oils and watercolour. I enjoy the challenge of watercolour, but my fallback is the matte flow acrylics (gouache) we use in Folk Art. You may call me a ‘hack’ and that is okay with me because I just paint what makes me happy. I do like colour as I feel it lifts the spirits – no black for me.
Artist Statement – Loretta Thomas
I love colour! I love mixing it, splashing it and putting it down on all sorts of surfaces. My one true love is watercolour! The way it challenges, moves of its own free will, blends and surprises. I have been learning its wiley ways for about 30 years. I do like to paint in other mediums as well and I enjoy acrylic, pastel and mixed media. I battle with oils but am determined to master them. And if I am honest I would say that my greatest challenge would be to paint beautiful landscapes in oil. My art is UNsophisticated! In fact I would call it “Low Brow”. There is no pretension, no hidden meaning. I just like to paint! I have been lucky enough to hold five solo exhibitions and have won numerous prizes in local and regional Art Competitions. In addition, my work is held in private collections across Australia.
Pas De Deux Exhibition Opening
17 Aug 24, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Pas De Deux is an exhibition of works by Carol Curran & Loretta Thomas.
The exhibition opening will be held on Saturday 17 August 2024 at 1pm. Refreshments are available.
Please direct all inquiries and RSVP for exhibition opening to secretary@romaonbungil.com.au
The exhibition is running until Saturday 19 October 2024.
Artist Statement – Carol Curran
My art journey started many years ago when I went to Elaine Larter’s studio for Folk Art lessons. I now run the Folk Art group for U3A every Thursday with a great bunch of participants. My involvement with Maranoa Artists started when I became treasurer, a job which I still hold many years later. I began with Mavis Bunt’s watercolour workshops which were a great starting point. I then progressed to the workshops conducted by out-of-town professional tutors. I have dabbled in charcoal, pastels, oils and watercolour. I enjoy the challenge of watercolour, but my fallback is the matte flow acrylics (gouache) we use in Folk Art. You may call me a ‘hack’ and that is okay with me because I just paint what makes me happy. I do like colour as I feel it lifts the spirits – no black for me.
Artist Statement – Loretta Thomas
I love colour! I love mixing it, splashing it and putting it down on all sorts of surfaces. My one true love is watercolour! The way it challenges, moves of its own free will, blends and surprises. I have been learning its wiley ways for about 30 years. I do like to paint in other mediums as well and I enjoy acrylic, pastel and mixed media. I battle with oils but am determined to master them. And if I am honest I would say that my greatest challenge would be to paint beautiful landscapes in oil. My art is UNsophisticated! In fact I would call it “Low Brow”. There is no pretension, no hidden meaning. I just like to paint! I have been lucky enough to hold five solo exhibitions and have won numerous prizes in local and regional Art Competitions. In addition, my work is held in private collections across Australia.