Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) 2026 Masterclass: Nature's Jewellery

Create your own wearable artwork in Nature’s Jewellery: Reclaiming Materials, Regenerating Practice, a hands on masterclass presented as part of CIAF 2026.

In this relaxed and welcoming session, participants will design and make necklaces, bracelets or earrings using bush beads, kangaroo leather, natural fibres, timber, feathers, seeds and reclaimed materials. Guided by contemporary First Nations art practice, you’ll learn simple jewellery making techniques while exploring connections to nature, place and intuition. Suitable for all skill levels, with all materials provided, you’ll leave with a finished piece and a deeper appreciation for ethical, regenerative making.

Sabrina Rose Toby is a proud Gangulu woman based in Gurambilbarra (Townsville), Queensland. She is a multidisciplinary artist, curator and arts worker working across painting, weaving, jewellery, metalwork and object making. Her practice is grounded in connection to Country and cultural continuity, using natural and reclaimed materials to explore themes of reclamation, resilience and identity. Sabrina delivers community led creative programs across regional Queensland and works with Umbrella Studio Contemporary Arts and Big Eye Theatre Inc. In 2024, she received a Highly Commended Award in the Queensland Regional Art Awards First Nations category.

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When

Fri 10 Jul 2026

Venue Opens

Doors open

10.20am

Show Time

10.30am

Interval

Duration

2.5 hrs

Supporting Act(s)

Rating

MA - 15+

Seating

Unreserved Fully Seated

Food

Yes

Bar

Companion Card

Yes, click for more info

Ticket Collection

The Box Office opens at the advertised Venue Opens time for ticket collection and enquiries.

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