Port Stephens Creatives Workshops and Networking Event
Date: Wednesday 25 June 2025
Location: Soldiers Point Hall, 1B Mitchell Street, Soldiers Point
Time: Workshops from 12pm | Networking Event 5 to 7pm
Cost: Free – bookings essential
Join us for a day dedicated to supporting, connecting and empowering local creatives. Whether you're an artist, performer, writer, maker or working in the creative industries, this is your opportunity to strengthen your practice, grow your network, and contribute to the future of arts and culture in Port Stephens.
FREE Workshops for Creatives
In partnership with Creative Plus Business and Service NSW Business Connect, two expert-led workshops will be held during the day to help you build essential business and legal skills specific to the creative industries.
Workshop 1: The Art of Law
Time: 12 to 2pm
Facilitator: Monica Davidson
Learn the legal basics every creative needs to know. Topics include:
- Intellectual property and copyright
- Using the work of others legally
- Creating contracts to protect your work
- Moral rights and confidentiality
Book now:
Register for The Art of Law
Workshop 2: Pricing for Creatives
Time: 3 to 5pm
Facilitator: Monica Davidson
Take the mystery out of pricing your work with practical tools and insights:
- Understanding your true costs
- Pricing strategies and time value
- Market research and psychology of pricing
Book now:
Register for Pricing for Creatives
Evening Networking Event
Time: 5 to 7pm
Cost: Free – bookings essential
Book now: Register for the Networking Event
Wind down and connect with fellow creatives over complimentary canapés, drinks and live music. This informal networking session is a great chance to meet new collaborators and share ideas.
You’ll also have the first opportunity to provide feedback on Council’s Our Incredible Place Strategy – the guiding plan for events, arts and culture in Port Stephens for the next five years.
Spaces are limited – early registration is recommended.