Inscape Tasmania

01/09/2025

~ STAFF CREATIONS ~

Inscape artist and board member, Rebecca Coote (.coote.art) recently spent time working creatively with staff of the Acute Older Patients Unit at Royal Hobart Hospital.

Rebecca's printmaking has been exhibited locally, nationally and internationally. In Tasmania she is represented by Handmark Gallery (Handmark).

The workshop involved 7 participants and several additional happy onlookers - Producing loads of great prints which will be used to create an artwork which the staff are looking forward to seeing displayed on the walls of their unit.

Creative Art projects in hospitals support not only patients but also the staff who care for them.

To make a donation towards future art experiences - visit our website at www.inscape.org.au

Support Inscape’s mission to bring creativity into healthcare. Your donation funds artist residencies, music and art programs, and community projects that transform hospital environments, enhance patient wellbeing, and foster connection. Help us sustain and grow these vital creative health initiat...

29/08/2025

~ HELEN'S SPECIAL HARP ~

Accomplished local harpist, Helen Morrison recently joined Tiff Norchick in a special hour of music in K-Block RHH foyer.

Helen brought along her much loved blue harp with Inscape volunteer, Sue Headley, recognising it as one made by renowned Tasmanian Harp Maker, Andrew Thom.

On reflection, Helen said “It was special to share a Harp Pop-Up with Tiff - Andrew Thom developed his Harps for their resonance and portability and it was lovely to see people light up when they heard our music today”

Andrew had been a patient at the RHH during which, he was a recipient of the Inscape Bedside program. Bedside musician, Will Parsell spent much time with Andrew and was taken by his passion for Harp making and innovation.

“To see one of Andrews harps with its beautiful blue contemporary design and hear its devine sound during an Inscape pop-up, felt particularly special” (Will Parsell)

Andrew sadly passed away in September 2024 - This story is shared with the consent of his loving wife Debroah.

Consider donating today - Your donation enables skilled professionals to bring their practice into healthcare settings in meaningful, impactful ways.

20/08/2025

A night of celebration and connection.

Our 10th Anniversary Fundraiser was a celebration of creativity, community and care. We were honoured to welcome Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, who officially opened the event.

Guests experienced a glimpse of the music, art and poetry that bring comfort and connection to patients, families and staff in hospitals and clinics. The silent auction featured unique works and experiences generously donated by artists and supporters, alongside moving performances by musicians, some of whom were once patients sharing their own creative journeys.

We were also honoured to have The Right Honourable the Lord Mayor, Councillor Anna Reynolds attend. Kerry Dawborn stood in for her sister co-Founder Jacqui Dawborn and Rowan Castle - Head of Occupational Therapy THS shared her support. Local folk trio Handsome Molly played a fabulous set. We thank them for their ongoing support by choosing to donate a percentage of their performance fee to Inscape.

A heartfelt thank you to our supporters, new and long-standing, for joining us in this milestone year.

Special thanks to The Henry Jones Art Hotel for their beautiful hospitality, and for being ongoing partners with Henry the Penguin, and to the Tasmanian Health Service – Royal Hobart Hospital for their enduring support.

Here’s to the next decade of bringing creativity into healthcare spaces.

Visit our website to learn more about our programs and how you can support Inscape Tas: www.inscape.org

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Inscape Tasmania gratefully acknowledges the generous support of our donors, philanthropists and current partners, including the Royal Hobart Hospital Donation Fund, The Henry Jones Art Hotel, the Older Persons Mental Health Reform Project, the Community Rehabilitation Unit and the New Norfolk District Hospital Auxiliary.

Department of Health, Tasmania The Henry Jones Art Hotel Governor of Tasmania
Anna Reynolds, Hobart Lord Mayor



Photos: Laura Purcell

29/07/2025

We were honoured to welcome Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania to officially open our 10-year anniversary celebration and fundraiser last week.

Thank you, Your Excellency, for your generous words and support of Inscape’s work bringing music and art into healthcare settings in Tasmania.

We are grateful to everyone who joined us for this special milestone at The Henry Jones Art Hotel.

Inscape Tasmania gratefully acknowledges the generous support of our donors, philanthropists and current partners, including the Royal Hobart Hospital Donation Fund, The Henry Jones Art Hotel, the Older Persons Mental Health Reform Project, the Community Rehabilitation Unit and the New Norfolk District Hospital Auxiliary.

24/07/2025

Silent Auction Closing Soon

Bidding closes at 7PM tonight – this is your final chance to secure a one-of-a-kind artwork and support Inscape Tasmania’s creative programs in healthcare.

Every winning bid helps bring more music and art to patients, families, and staff across Tasmanian hospitals.

https://inscapetas.supporterhub.net.au/auction/art-auction-2025

Place your final bids now – and don’t miss out!

22/07/2025

We were delighted to welcome WIN TV’s Elsie Papworth and cameraman Bailey to the Royal Hobart Hospital today, capturing how Inscape Tas brings art and music into care - supporting patients, families and staff. Thank you to Co-Founder and Executive Officer Leigh Tesch, Lead Musician Will Parsell, RHH staff Stevenson and to the Royal Hobart Hospital. Artwork by Claire Pendrigh and Music Trolley by Nick Maxwell.

There are still some tickets left to our Ten Year Celebration this Thursday 24 July at the Henry Jones Art Hotel. Join us for live music, artist stories and our silent art auction.

Tickets available here: https://inscapetas.supporterhub.net.au/events/ten-year-celebration

18/07/2025

The Inscape Tas Silent Auction is live!

Bid on stunning artworks, creative experiences, music lessons and more, all generously donated by Inscape artists and supporters. Every bid supports creativity in healthcare, bringing moments of joy and connection to patients, families and staff.

You don’t need a ticket to join the auction - everyone can take part online.

Attending the event? Preview the artworks and place your early bids now.

👉 Start bidding: https://inscapetas.supporterhub.net.au/auction/art-auction-2025

Inscape Tasmania gratefully acknowledges the generous support of our donors, philanthropists and current partners, including the Royal Hobart Hospital and their Donation Fund, The Henry Jones Art Hotel , the Older Persons Mental Health Reform Project, the Community Rehabilitation Unit and the New Norfolk District Hospital Auxiliary.

14/07/2025

Inscape is super grateful to have the support of The Henry Jones Art Hotel through the sale of these adorable keep sakes 😍 Looking forward to our upcoming celebrations - book your tickets now to join in the fun!

Our guests love taking home something special to remind them of their stay. It's all the more special that we can support Inscape Tasmania at the same time through the sale of these "Henry" fairy penguin toys. All proceeds go directly to Inscape who bring art and music into the Royal Hobart Hospital to help create moments of calm, colour and connection in the clinical spaces.

We're proud to support their upcoming event as they celebrate 10-years and help to fund the next decade of creativity in care.

For more information and to buy tickets visit https://www.thehenryjones.com/community/

01/07/2025

For ten years, Inscape Tas has placed creativity at the heart of care, bringing art, music and moments of connection into hospitals and clinics in southern Tasmania.

From bedside music to artmaking with patients and staff, these creative moments ease stress, lift spirits and make hospital spaces feel more human.

Join us this month to celebrate a decade of creativity in care, visit: https://inscapetas.supporterhub.net.au/events/ten-year-celebration

Inscape Tasmania gratefully acknowledges the generous support of our donors, philanthropists and current partners, including the Royal Hobart Hospital Donation Fund, The Henry Jones Art Hotel, the Older Persons Mental Health Reform Project, the Community Rehabilitation Unit and the New Norfolk District Hospital Auxiliary.

20/06/2025

The Anne Dawborn Bequest: Where It All Began

In 2015, a 6-month pilot arts-in-health project at the Royal Hobart Hospital changed everything. Thanks to the Anne Dawborn Bequest, older patients experiencing dementia and delirium were offered music, visual arts, storytelling and creative moments that supported their wellbeing.

That pilot led to the founding of Inscape Tasmania.

Anne Dawborn believed in the therapeutic power of the arts. As an occupational therapist, teacher and lifelong artist, she inspired others to create and connect. Her legacy continues through Inscape’s work across Southern Tasmanian hospitals, where artists and musicians now support patients, families and staff every week.

Since then, Inscape has grown into a vital creative health program - offering bedside music, artist residencies, public performances and storytelling that reach hundreds of patients, families and staff across Southern Tasmania each year.

Support the future of creative care. Donate this EOFY and help Inscape continue what Anne began. Visit:

https://inscapetas.supporterhub.net.au/donations/eofy2025

Inscape Tasmania is a registered charity delivering creative programs in Southern Tasmanian hospitals, made possible through private philanthropy and government support. We gratefully acknowledge the contributions of Creative Australia, the Tasmanian Health Service, the Regional Arts Fund, The Henry Jones Art Hotel, the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) - Donation Fund, and the Australian Cultural Fund. Their support enables Tasmanian artists and musicians to bring the transformative power of art and music to patients, families and hospital staff.

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23/02/2025

~ CARDS ON PURPOSE ~

Support Inscape Tasmania to provide life-affirming programs for staff and patients by purchasing a pack of our stunning cards - perfect for all occasions!

These five beautiful designs are created from original artwork made through Inscape’s art making programs, led by professional visual artists. All of the proceeds from the purchase of these cards go toward Inscape programs.

Available for individual purchase or as a pack of 5!

https://inscapetas.supporterhub.net.au/events/greet-cards