The Community Package
Creative Workshops That Bring Communities Together
Our community workshops are designed for libraries, councils, youth programs, neighbourhood centres, community festivals, and groups who want to create inclusive, meaningful and creative experiences for people of all ages.
I created these workshops because creativity has the power to strengthen communities — it builds connection, confidence, belonging and joy. Collage is one of the most accessible artforms: it requires no experience, no pressure, and no barriers to participation. It welcomes people of all backgrounds, abilities and ages.
So many community events struggle with engagement or feel intimidating for beginners. Our workshops solve this by creating a warm, supportive environment where people can slow down, connect, and make something beautiful together. The Collage Collective approach is gentle, inclusive and community-centred — perfect for family days, intergenerational programs, youth engagement or wellbeing-focused events.
Participants leave feeling inspired, calmer, and more connected to the people around them — with an artwork that reflects their voice, identity, or story.
What's
Included
We bring everything you need for a creative, joy-filled community event:
➜ All collage materials (vintage magazines, mixed papers, textures, colours & imagery)
➜Tools and equipment: scissors, glue, boards, table coverings
➜A warm, guided introduction suitable for all ages and experience levels
➜ A structured workshop tailored to your community’s needs
➜ Optional wellbeing or storytelling prompts
➜ Setup and pack-down included
➜ Travel within Brisbane (surrounding areas quoted upon request)
➜ Suitable for youth, families, adults, seniors, disability groups & mixed community audiences
Customisation Options
We can tailor your workshop to your community goals or event themes:
➜ Creative wellbeing
➜ Intergenerational programs
➜ Youth engagement
➜ Celebrating culture and identity
➜ Storytelling and memory themes
➜ Festival-style drop-in sessions
➜ Structured art classes
➜ Quiet, sensory-friendly workshops
➜ Workshop length (1–3 hours or ongoing drop-in)
➜ We’re happy to collaborate with community workers or event planners to support your vision.
What to Expect on the Day
Here’s how your event flows:
➜ We arrive early to prepare a welcoming creative space
➜ Participants are greeted with a gentle introduction and simple warm-up
➜ Everyone is encouraged to explore the materials freely
➜ Families create together, seniors reminisce, youth experiment boldly — everyone finds their own rhythm
➜ Optional guided reflection or sharing moments
➜ Plenty of smiles, curiosity, conversation and creativity
➜ Participants leave with finished artworks they feel proud of
➜ Everything is set up with accessibility, safety and community wellbeing in mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people can join the workshop?
We can run intimate creative sessions for small groups OR large event-style workshops with high participation. Whether it’s 10 people or 100+ moving through a drop-in workshop, we tailor the format to suit your community needs.
Do you have a venue we can book?
For community events, we do have a venue. But the capacity is quite limited, up to about 20 people. This is an extra fee.
How much does The Community Package cost?
Pricing depends on group size, event type (structured vs. drop-in), duration, materials and travel. Once you enquire, we’ll provide a clear, upfront quote with no hidden costs. NFP and council rates available. Pricing depends on your group size, workshop length, and any custom additions you choose. A small deposit is required to secure your date, with the remaining balance due closer to the event. Once you enquire, we’ll send you a clear quote with no hidden fees.
Do you travel to different locations?
Yes — we travel to community centres, libraries, halls, schools, parks, festivals and events across Brisbane. We can also quote for outer-suburb and regional travel.
Can we customise the workshop?
Absolutely. We can tailor the theme, colours, creative prompts, workshop vibe, and accessibility needs. If you have a vision or moodboard, we would love to bring it to life.
Do we need to provide anything?
Just tables, chairs and access to the venue. We bring all tools, supplies and materials — and take care of setup and pack-down.
Is it suitable for mixed ages and abilities?
Absolutely. Our workshops are designed to be accessible, welcoming and safe for all ages, skill levels, neurotypes and abilities.
We’re Nearly There — Imagine Your Creative Gathering…
Imagine Your Community Coming Together…
Children cutting paper with grandparents beside them. Teens laughing as they discover quirky images in old magazines. Parents creating side-by-side with their kids. Seniors sharing stories sparked by vintage imagery. A whole room buzzing with colour, connection and creativity.
Tables overflowing with materials… little hands concentrating… big smiles appearing… phone cameras capturing quiet moments of joy.
Your community members feel welcomed, supported, and at ease. They relax. They express themselves. They connect with people they may never have spoken to otherwise.
This is creativity that brings people together — gently, meaningfully, and accessibly.
Please email Madelaine directly at: studio[@]madbutt.com.au
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