A great introduction to leather for teens and tweens who want to try their hand at leathersmithing. Participants will learn how to shape kangaroo leather into delicate flowers and leaves.

The wrist band can be stamped with design patterns or left plain. The flower shapes are pre-coloured, and can be enhanced with acrylic paint and glitter.

No experience is required to do this workshop. All materials and tools provided.

To book, please call the Gallery on 07 4936 8248, email gallery@rrc.qld.gov.au or pop in to pay in person.

Who: Suitable for participants aged 5 to 14 (parents are welcome to accompany younger participants)

Price: $55 | $52 Friends of the Gallery [includes materials and artist educator]

Where: Rockhampton Art Gallery, Beatrice Hutton Room (entry via the front of the Gallery, directly off Victoria Parade)

Parking: Victoria Parade or Bolsover Car Park behind the Gallery

About the Tutor

Cherryl McIntyre is a leather artisan based in Brisbane, whose passion for the craft has been an inspiration to many for over three decades.

A founding member of The Leathercrafters Association of Qld Inc and organiser for the International Leather Conferences “Dimensions in Leather”, her love of the craft started as a hobby 30 years ago.

Known for her attention to detail and experience in the craft (not to mention her signature leather flowers), Cherryl is a full-time tutor and is the Designer-Maker behind her own label ‘Exquisite Leather’, creating range of elegant handmade leather products.