Circular Head

Circular Head Arts

Circular Head is a region located in the northwest of Tasmania, Australia. The region boasts a thriving community of artists and performers, who have established a range of creative businesses that contribute significantly to the local economy. In this article, we will categorize, list, and describe some of these businesses, their benefits, and activities, as well as provide contact details.

Visual Arts

Artists' Collectives

The following artists' collectives are situated in Circular Head:

• Stanley Artworks - This collective is located in the historic town of Stanley and includes over 20 artists who create a range of works including painting, sculpture, printmaking and textiles. They offer a range of workshops and exhibitions throughout the year. Contact: (03) 6458 2350.
• Stanley Art Group - Another collective that showcases the work of local artists in Stanley. Contact: (03) 6458 1035.
• Three River Art Group - This is a group that displays the works of artists who create using mediums including oil painting, watercolor and pastel. Contact: (03) 6458 2063.

Galleries

The following galleries feature the works of local and regional artists:

• Betka Gallery - Located in the town of Forest, half an hour's drive from Stanley, Betka Gallery features the contemporary work of Tasmanian artists. Contact: (03) 6458 1305.
• Sawtooth ARI - This gallery is located in Launceston, a 90-minute drive from Stanley but worth a visit. Sawtooth ARI is an artist-run initiative that offers exhibitions, performances and workshops that showcase contemporary visual art by emerging and established artists. Contact: (03) 6331 2777.

Performing Arts

Theater Companies

Circular Head is home to two theater groups:

• Green Room Players - This theater company stages a range of plays from comedies to dramas. They also offer workshops, training and development opportunities for aspiring actors. Contact: (03) 6458 1144.
• Circular Head Little Theatre - Situated in Smithton, this theater company provides local and regional performers with the opportunity to produce plays for audiences of all ages. Contact: (03) 6452 3221.

Music Groups

The following music groups offer performances and workshops:

• Smithton Brass Band - This brass band comprises of 25 members of all ages and performs concerts throughout the year. Contact: (03) 6452 3665.
• Circular Head Chorale - A community choir that sings a diverse range of music. Contact: (03) 6452 1854.
• Coastcare Choir - An environmental choral group that performs on coastal walks around Stanley and other coastal areas of the north-west region. Contact: (03) 6458 1284.

Creative Arts

Pottery Studios

The following pottery studios offer workshops and classes:

• Stanley Pottery - This pottery studio is situated in an 1842 warehouse on the wharf in Stanley and produces a range of functional and decorative pieces. Contact: (03) 6458 1035.
• Garden Circle Pottery - Located in Smithton, this pottery studio creates sculptures, art pieces and functional ware. They also offer workshops and classes for all skill levels. Contact: (03) 6452 3863.

Fashion and Design

The following businesses create and sell a range of fashion and design products:

• Turners Beach Berry Patch - This business creates and sells handprinted silk scarves, cushions, tea towels, and other giftware. They also have a cafe on site that serves delicious food and drinks. Contact: (03) 6428 3967.
• CopperCloth Fibre Studio & Gallery - This studio creates and sells a range of hand-dyed yarn, felted objects, knitwear, and other textiles. Contact: (03) 6468 1241.

Conclusion

The Circular Head region is home to a plethora of creative businesses that offers workshops, performances, and exhibitions that showcase the creative talent of the local and regional artists. Each of the businesses mentioned in this article has its own unique offerings and details on how to contact them can be found above. Whether one is interested in visual arts, performing arts, or creative arts, the businesses in Circular Head are sure to satisfy your creative itch.