Helensvale Library and Cultural Centre · Helensvale
make a neon typography portrait of someone you love
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Get creative with local artist Tania Hearn and explore vibrant typography, neon colours and inspiring messages in fun, hands-on workshop.
Create a bold, colourful portrait celebrating someone special. Bring their photo, name and what you love about them, then learn typography and design techniques with mural artist Tania Hearn to create a personalised neon-inspired artwork.
Suitable for kids aged 12–16 years.
A project by Everybody NOW! Supported by the City of Gold Coast Arts Development Fund.
Tania Hearn is an Australian designer whose practice transforms words into vibrant murals, visual storytelling and engaging creative experiences. Working across branding, public art and large-scale creative projects, Tania combines typography, motion and design to create work that connects, inspires and sparks conversation. Passionate about creativity as a tool for expression and advocacy, Tania also facilitates hands-on workshops that share practical design skills and encourage creative confidence. From brush lettering and mural-making to design for social impact, her workshops invite participants to explore ideas, tell stories and bring their own creative voice to life.
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Helensvale Library and Cultural Centre, Helensvale
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When is Neon Neighbourhood?
Thu 19 Nov 2026, 3:30pm.
Where is it?
Helensvale Library and Cultural Centre, Helensvale, QLD.
How much is it?
It is free.
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