The Brain Wave book: a unique collection of drawing exercises to help you discover creativity in a fun way and let go of the inhibitions we develop with age.
Brain Wave is suitable for all ages and abilities. The exercises are step by step, fully illustrated and encourages you to use all parts of your brain.
Stockists- You can borrow Brain Wave from community libraries including: Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Cessnock, Wagga Wagga, Eastern Regional Libraries (Vic), Wyndham City (Vic) or purchase your own copy from the stockists in the Hunter region below:
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MiiOstore- Tighes Hill
Newcastle customers can purchase Brain Wave at MiiOstore at 3 Elizabeth Street Tighes Hill. MiiOstore is Newcastle’s unique mix of creative, functional and stylish art, homewares and selected interior decor & design pieces.
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Museum of Art & Culture- Lake Macquarie
A unique arts and cultural destination situated in a magnificent lakeside location. MAC features an outdoor sculpture park, curated exhibitions, art activities, a gift shop and cafe with lake views.
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Maitland Regional Art Gallery
A beautiful building that provides award-winning exhibitions, engaging events, artisan gift shop and cafe. Located at 230 Hugh Street Maitland.
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“Not only is this book Australian owned and made, it covers everything I teach in my drawing method in a very clear and easy to follow way. A fantastic tool for everyone. I highly endorse this book.”
—Helene Ruma ,artist and art teacher, Lake Macquarie.
Brain Wave Workshops
Brain Wave work shops are available for bookings by using the button below.
Workshops are run for workers in the NDIS, aged care, youth, education sectors or for workplace functions.
Workshops run for 1.5 hours, are limited to up to 30 people, cost up to $300, include all materials, a free hard copy book and pdf copy to share. Non for profit- reduced cost upon enquiry.
Small group workshops or parties can be hosted at your home.
Past Workshops:
December 2021- Wesley Mission and associated participants from the aged care and NDIS fields
June 2022- Dobell Festival*
June 2022- Port Macquarie Makers Space*
June 2022- Tomaree Library- Adults workshop
September 2022- Raymond Terrace Library- Kids and parents workshop
November 2022- NATLA (Newcastle Area Teacher Librarian Association)*
August 2023- The Place Charlestown*
September 2023- Wangi Library- School holiday workshop*
February 2025- U3A- Woodrising Community Centre*
*A Brain Wave community contribution workshop run at no cost
