Draw Along Presence

Draw along with artist Dr Bill Platz for ‘Chiharu Shiota: The Soul Trembles’ / July, 2022 / Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane / Photograph: C Callistemon, QAGOMA / Courtesy: QAGOMA

Draw along with artist Dr Bill Platz for ‘Chiharu Shiota: The Soul Trembles’ / July, 2022 / Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane / Photograph: C Callistemon, QAGOMA / Courtesy: QAGOMA / View full image

When

5.30 – 8.30 pm, Fri 27 Mar 2026

Where

Gallery of Modern Art

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible

What to expect

Admission

  • QAGOMA Member

    $68.00

  • General Admission

    $85.00

  • Youth 13-25

    $69.00
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About

Draw along with artist Dr Bill Platz, at this workshop held within the heart of the ‘Olafur Eliasson: Presence’ exhibition.

Whether you are a beginner or a drawing enthusiast, this intimate after-hours workshop will spark or rekindle your love of drawing, with Olafur Eliasson’s immersive art as inspiration.

Schedule

From 5.30pm | Drink and snack on arrival

5.30–6.30pm | Exclusive exhibition viewing
Experience the ‘Olafur Eliasson: Presence’ exhibition in a crowd-free setting.

6.30–8.30pm | Draw Along workshop

No prior drawing experience required / Designed for all skill levels.
This workshop is repeated on Wed 25 and Fri 27 Mar. Limited places available.
Ticket price includes all materials, plus a drink and snack on arrival.

Bill Platz leading the Teens: Draw Along - Revolutionary Drawing, for ‘European Masterpieces’ / September, 2021 / Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane / Photograph: C. Callistemon, © QAGOMA

Bill Platz leading the Teens: Draw Along - Revolutionary Drawing, for ‘European Masterpieces’ / September, 2021 / Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane / Photograph: C. Callistemon, © QAGOMA / View full image

Dr Bill Platz

Dr Bill Platz is an American-Australian artist, teacher and researcher who exhibits and publishes regularly in the US, Australia and internationally. With a disciplinary focus on drawing and research concentrations in life drawing, portraiture and the method and practices of teaching drawing techniques, his recent work confects drawing, the body and puppets. Dr Platz is currently Head of Drawing at Griffith University's Queensland College of Art. He has been working with QAGOMA to facilitate the drawing workshops since 2016.

Olafur Eliasson, Denmark b.1967 / Beauty 1993 (installation view, Fondazione Palazzo Strozzi, Florence, Italy, 2022) / Spotlight, water, nozzles, wood, hose, pump / Purchased 2025. The Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Charitable Trust. Collection: The Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Charitable Trust, Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art / Collection: Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art / © 1993 Olafur Eliasson / Photograph: Ela Bialkowska, OKNOstudio

Olafur Eliasson, Denmark b.1967 / Beauty 1993 (installation view, Fondazione Palazzo Strozzi, Florence, Italy, 2022) / Spotlight, water, nozzles, wood, hose, pump / Purchased 2025. The Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Charitable Trust. Collection: The Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Charitable Trust, Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art / Collection: Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art / © 1993 Olafur Eliasson / Photograph: Ela Bialkowska, OKNOstudio / View full image

Olafur Eliasson: Presence

About the exhibition
Members event / October, 2025 / Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane / Photograph: K Bennett © QAGOMA

Members event / October, 2025 / Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane / Photograph: K Bennett © QAGOMA / View full image

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What to expect

Here’s what to expect at this event.

Everyone is welcome! Please contact events.plus@qagoma.qld.gov.au in advance of the program if you have any accessibility needs or queries about the event. Find out more about Accessibility at QAGOMA and planning your visit.

Participation and content

  • No experience is required. The session is appropriate for both beginner and advanced skill levels, you’ll be guided by our expert facilitator – who is there to support you.
  • You are welcome to come with a friend or by yourself. Many people attend the Gallery solo.
  • All materials are supplied. You don’t need to bring anything.
  • This workshop is repeated on Wed 25 and Fri 27 Mar and is limited to 60 participants per event.
  • We ask all attendees to be kind, respectful and courteous to all participants, speakers and staff at this event. This program will be monitored by QAGOMA staff to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our attendees, speakers and staff.

Sensory aspects

  • Please let us know in advance if you are hard of hearing so we can make this workshop accessible for you.
  • Portable stools without backs will be provided for the workshop. Chairs with backs will be available upon request.
  • There may also be low level noise from a nearby artwork or the sounds of the Gallery.
  • Different areas of the event and exhibition will be dimly or brightly lit (you may choose to wear sunglasses).
  • The Gallery air conditioning is set to 21°C to conserve the artwork.
  • The bathrooms have sensor lights which activate as you enter.
  • These events may be photographed by QAGOMA staff. If you do not wish to be photographed, please advise a QAGOMA staff member on arrival.
  • If the event becomes overwhelming or stressful, earmuffs and sensory kits are available. Each kit contains a number of resources for self-regulation and calming. Please speak to a staff member for assistance. These kits can also be requested in advance by emailing events.plus@qagoma.qld.gov.au

Companion Cards

We accept Companion Cards. A Companion Card is issued by the Queensland Government for those with a disability and need for attendant care support. The ‘Companion’ ticket type is only valid for your companion to gain complimentary entry. A General Admission, Youth or QAGOMA Member ticket is required for the Companion Card holder to access this event. A valid companion card number is required to be supplied upon booking.