ARTmatters is a non-profit art collective based in Gladstone, founded in 2011 with a mission to provide a platform for local artists to showcase their work and engage with the community. Offering a range of activities such as exhibitions, workshops, and networking events, ARTmatters is dedicated to supporting the local creative community and promoting the importance of the arts to inspire creative thinking and bring people together.
With a focus on fostering a vibrant art community, ARTmatters in Gladstone offers a variety of classes for adults, teens, and children facilitated by talented and experienced tutors. From Lino Printing to Mixed Media Landscape, the classes aim to provide practical information, friendship, and laughter while engaging artists from all over the state and country. The organization also hosts regular community events, creating opportunities for artists and the arts community to come together, socialize, and showcase their creations.
Operated entirely by volunteers and supported by sponsors and partners, ARTmatters aims to establish an arts center in Gladstone that caters to the diverse needs of people of all ages. Through its gallery and workshop space, the organization strives to provide a hub for visual artists and artisans to socialize, network, develop their skills, and promote their creations. By offering art classes, workshops, and educational events, ARTmatters is committed to making a positive difference in the local community and beyond.
