Like a gym for creatives
Launch Weekend! - Free Creative Open Studio Sessions
Saturday 28th February, 10am - 4pm
Sunday 1st March, 10am - 4pm
To celebrate the launch, the Joyful Creative studio will be open all weekend for free Creative Open Studio sessions!
These relaxed, drop-in sessions invite you to bring in your own project or join in the guided activity in a welcoming, pressure-free environment. No experience needed. Bring your friends, soak up the chilled creative vibes…..all materials, herbal tea and snacks provided.
Level 1, unit 3/59 Boolimba Crescent, Narrabundah, ACT 2604
Enter glass doors between Mint Cafe and Kita Cafe, head upstairs and turn right. The studio is on your right at the top of the stairs.
See you there!
The Joyful Creative is a beautiful, inclusive studio space dedicated to nurturing creative practice as an integral part of wellbeing. We believe that creativity is more than a hobby or a luxury - it’s an essential part of feeling grounded, joyful and alive. Our space is designed to help everyday people connect with their creativity through regular, pressure-free practice, inspiring workshops and meaningful connection with like-minded others.
Whether you're rekindling a forgotten creative spark or seeking a community that celebrates creativity without judgment, The Joyful Creative offers the perfect environment to explore, play and grow. From our thoughtfully curated studio filled with delightful details, to our inclusive programs that welcome all skill levels, everything we do is guided by joy, wellness and the belief that creative expression is for everyone.
At The Joyful Creative, we’re not just making things — we’re making space for joy, connection and a more creatively fulfilling life.
The Studio
What’s on offer at The Joyful Creative?
-
Like a gym for creatives! Become a member and enjoy unlimited Create and Connect sessions, as well as discounts on Monthly Creative Workshops, studio events and more.
-
Happy hour, but creative! This is your new Friday after work drinks. Gather your friends and come on up to the studio for a glass of bubbles, a catch up and some relaxing creativity to wind down from the week.
-
Join us on the last Sunday of every month for an engaging 3-hour workshop exploring a different creative discipline each month. Think macrame, collage, pen and ink, crochet etc…
-
Enhance workplace wellbeing through our signature Mindful Creativity Workshop. Suited to all professions, this workshop promotes relaxation, focus and resilience through guided creativity.
-
Our beautiful and flexible studio is available for hire to intimate groups for activities such as team meetings, photo shoots, book launches, meditation sessions and more. Email hello@thejoyfulcreative.com.au for pricing and availability.
Meet Deborah
The Joyful Creative was founded by Deborah O’Toole, a multidisciplinary artist and facilitator passionate about offering a space where people can slow down, feel safe and reconnect with creativity as a source of joy and wellbeing.
The Joyful Creative Podcast
The Joyful Creative is a source of inspiration for integrating creativity into your busy life. Whether you're into painting, writing, knitting, music, cooking or gardening, I firmly believe that nurturing your creative practice is essential for your wellbeing.
7 Ways to Get Motivated to Practice Creativity When You Actually Can’t Be Bothered
A gentle, pressure-free guide for tired humans who want creativity to feel easier, kinder and far less serious.
If you’ve been meaning to be more creative but feel too busy, too tired or too overwhelmed - you’re not alone. This free guide offers simple, permission-giving ideas to help you begin without motivation, discipline or confidence.
No experience required. No outcomes expected. Just a softer way back into creativity - one small moment at a time
Download the free guide below. No spam, just gentle creative encouragement.