Thank You for an Incredible Sunshine Coast Art Crawl 2025
💛 What an unforgettable weekend!
From Friday’s kickoff party to Sunday Funday, our space was filled with laughter, conversation, and creativity. Thank you to everyone who stopped by Mad Park Art during the Sunshine Coast Art Crawl 2025 — whether you browsed, crafted, painted, or simply shared a smile, you made it special.
🎨 A Weekend of Art & Connection
Over the three days, our studio came alive with energy:
Visitors joined in Damien’s Portrait Paint Battle on Saturday, cheering as artists went head-to-head bringing faces to life in color and motion.
Sunday’s Funday was a heart-warming finish, with families, friends, and makers of all ages creating together.
This weekend reminded us exactly why we do what we do — to connect people through creativity and community.
We were also thrilled to have the students from Madeira Park Elementary School participate by each creating a piece of art for our community collage wall. One of the weekend’s most touching moments was seeing all the kids visit the studio together to view their creations — a beautiful photo captured the backs of their heads as they admired the wall, perfectly symbolizing the next generation of artists.
🖼️ A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Artists
A huge thank-you to our founders, instructors, and the incredible guest artists who showcased their work:
Ron Doucet, Janna Vallee of Everlea Yarns, Gayle Brawn, Dallis Warren of Walking Bear Woman Designs, and Liz Haines.
Your talent, passion, and generosity helped make our first Art Crawl as a venue truly shine.
We also want to recognize the many other artists who made this weekend even more special:
Megan Durrant, with her stunning watercolours and linocut prints.
Noemi Kozikowska, a multi-talented artist whose show-stopping canvas of a forest fire drew many admirers.
Brent Vandenbroek, a beloved local artist who passed away in 2023. Brent was self-taught and worked across many mediums — abstract, nature, wildlife, landscapes, and portraits — creating whatever inspired him. He loved the Art Crawl, and it was an honour to showcase his work and celebrate his legacy.
Shari Stephens, whose crochet creatures and handmade jewellery were a huge hit with visitors (you might also recognize her friendly face from the local IGA!).
And of course, our own founders’ creations — Damien’s acrylic on canvas, Angela’s nature photography, Wednesday’s crocheting and felted miniatures, and Stacy’s beadwork and handmade bags — proudly represented the heart and soul of Mad Park Art.
One highlight of the weekend was Janna’s Community Scarf Project, where visitors were invited to add their own woven strand to a growing tapestry. This collaborative piece will be auctioned off to raise money for local Search and Rescue, continuing the spirit of connection and contribution beyond the event itself.
Our Next Step in the Sunshine Coast Art Scene
This year marked an exciting turning point for Mad Park Art. We’re expanding to include:
Dedicated studio, gallery, and artisan retail spaces
A full kitchen and mobility-friendly bathroom for added comfort and accessibility
These upgrades will let us host even more workshops, events, and artist collaborations in the months ahead.
🌟 With Gratitude 🌟
From the bottom of our hearts — thank you for showing up, creating with us, and supporting local art. Together, we’re building something beautiful right here in Madeira Park: a space where everyone can explore, learn, and connect through creativity.
Stay tuned for new classes, workshops, and community projects coming soon!
