Douglas Art Base

A treasure trove of local unique handmade artwork

DOUGLAS ARTS STUDIO GALLERY INC. is a not-for-profit community arts centre which is aimed at  teaching, promoting and encouraging the artistic development, appreciation and personal expression of people living in Mossman, Port Douglas and the whole Douglas Shire region, in Far North Queensland.

It is known as DAB for short - Douglas Arts Base - which was the original name.

DAB is located at 11 Mill Street Mossman (opposite the Library).  Its facilities include a studio gallery where art classes are held and members can exhibit and sell their artwork, and two sheds out the back for pottery, mosaics and glass work.

A wide variety of art classes are offered.  Learn to draw, paint, do pottery, mosaics, or work with glass.   Whether you are an absolute beginner and not sure where or how to start an art project, or a more experienced artist, there is something for everyone.  Some classes are tutored, while others are ‘peer groups’, where you bring along your project and work, talk and share ideas with other like-minded  people in a very relaxed atmosphere.  There are weekly classes, courses which run for a number of weeks, and workshops which run for a half day (3 hours) or full day (6 hours).

The atmosphere is fun, the people are friendly and supportive, and the tutors are all highly qualified professionals.

Douglas Arts Studio Gallery is a place for everyone. DAB is 100% run by volunteers.

Visitors are always welcome. There are lots of great gift ideas in the gallery.