Arts on Site: In the web of awareness with Moo Lubke

Art and awareness intertwine in this mindful making session at the Art Gallery at Royal Park.

Guided by artist and registered art therapist Melissa “Moo” Lubke, participants will create wearable and sensory spider forms that invite reflection on sensation, tension, control, and creative surrender.

This two‑hour workshop is inspired by QVMAG’s newest acquisition, Eternal Returns — a commissioned spider sculpture, inspired by our natural sciences collection and featured in Sam Jinks’ exhibition.

Through hands‑on exploration, participants will connect with the themes of the exhibition while engaging in playful, therapeutic art‑making.

About the workshop

• This workshop is suitable for adults [18+] of all experience levels
• The registration fee includes all materials.
• The workshop's location is the Queen Victoria Art Gallery at Royal Park, 2 Wellington Street, Launceston.

About the artist

Melissa “Moo” Lubke (MA Therapeutic Arts Practice, AThR) is a Tasmanian multi‑disciplinary artist and Registered Art Therapist. Beginning her creative journey in rural NSW within her family’s printing business, she built a career in graphic design and multimedia in Sydney before returning to her passion for fine art — recognised early with the North Sydney Art Prize.

Since relocating to Tasmania in 2006, Moo has expanded her practice through contemporary art, warm glass, and community work, culminating in a Masters in Therapeutic Arts Practice through MIECAT’s experiential model. Her trauma‑informed approach draws on lived and professional experience supporting communities navigating grief, neurodiversity, and psychosocial challenges. Moo designs participatory workshops that encourage playful exploration and invite moments of collective healing.

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About the exhibition

Step into the imagined world of Sam Jinks, one of Australia's most prominent contemporary sculptural artists.

Renowned for his painstakingly crafted figures, Jinks’ practice reflects upon deeply felt moments of our lived experience.

Imbued with unguarded emotion and raw vulnerability, this unique presentation is one artist’s invitation to reflect on the mysteries of life || death, and all in-between.

Sam Jinks || Mortal Reflections

Art Gallery at Royal Park | 2 Wellington St, Launceston

14 June 2025 – 8 March 2026

Free entry | Open daily, 10am to 4pm | Open 10am-5pm in January 2026

About QVMAG's Arts on Site program

Our ongoing series will immerse you in a vibrant blend of art techniques, taking inspiration from our current exhibitions and with expert guidance from our passionate facilitators.

Find out more about this exciting series at www.qvmag.tas.gov.au/Arts-on-Site

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