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Welcome to the Creatives Networking Group!
This initiative was an outcome from the 2024 Creatives Conference.
We hope you will use this page to connect with your fellow creatives.
You can use the online chat function below - so start chatting today!
Creatives contacts
Port Stephens Creatives Contacts
To enter your details either please add them into the chat above or email vibrantplaces@portstephens.nsw.gov.au .
This page will be publically available so please consider the details that you are sharing.
Local Musicians, Bands and Entertainers

Singer/songwriter drawing influence from a wide range of rock, pop & country artists.
Email: aaronwhitemusicau@gmail.com
Phone: 0429 976 231

Performing arts agency that connects local artists with local performing arts work.
Email: hello@alchemy-of-arts.com
Phone: 0400 600 149
Award winning songwriter, singer and pianist.
Email: andreabarnett@hotmail.com

Providing easy listening Live Music for your next event.
Email: bethanypikemusic@gmail.com

Local acoustic guitarist.
Email: cathyacannon@bigpond.com
Phone: 0405 627 662

Immersive experiences that transform public spaces into living, breathing playgrounds.
Email: curious@curiouslegends.com.au
Phone: 02 4044 0522

Young, passionate vocalists who loves to share joy and a story through the connection of music.
Email: cgeorgia947@gmail.com

Thrilling fire performances, light shows and circus wizardry for all kinds of events.
Email: lucasmcdermid@hotmail.com
Phone: 0434 780 485

Comedian/Impersonator/Singer & Guest Speaker specialising in the over 50’s market.
Email: irishalbert@dodo.com.au
Phone: 0412 012 762

Port Stephens Local Award-winning singer/songwriter.
Email: info@jacobridgeway.com

Musical duo from Nelson Bay - predominately 70's/80's covers. Contact Tom on the below!
Email: letthemango@1955@gmail.com
Phone: 0417 497 637
Local artist known for her vibrant, expressive paintings that celebrate Australia’s coastal beauty and native flora.
Email: megansartstudio@gmail.com

Proud Worimi woman singer, speaking about advocacy of our people and story-sharing.
Email: maddie.lilley88@icloud.com
Phone: 0410 095 088

Newcastle based Rock Band with a strong focus on classic Aussie songs.
Email: tracy.jonovski@osborngeorge.com.au
Phone: 0418 216 275
Local community choir with an enthusiastic committee that meets monthly to set the direction of the choir.
Email: Info@seasidesingers.com.au

Local Port Stephens 4 piece band that play cruisy blues music.
Email: dirwood79@yahoo.com.au
Phone: 0425 370 414

Local band that plays 80/90/00's music. Available for weddings, parties, anything!
Email: the19thholeband@hotmail.com
Phone: 0407 071 326
Local Artists & Muralists

Newcastle based painter, sculptor, installation artist and curator.
Email: brett@brettpiva.com
Phone: 0421 974 195

Face painting & Body Artist.
Email: judifacepainting@gmail.com

Visual Art & TAS teacher. Workshop facilitator.
Email: katewilkie000@gmail.com
Local face painter adding extra fun to your party, events, markets or fundraisers.
Email: kristal.reeves@yahoo.com.au
Phone: 0434 068 025

Passionate natural history Illustrator, Artist, Arts Educator and Workshop facilitator.
Email: hello@shanbellamy.com

Specialises in creative placemaking and community engagement: murals, street art, school programs, workshops and youth events.
Email: info@upnup.com.au
Local Photographers
Local Photographer & Stylist specialising in the food, drink & hospitality industry.
Email: meg@megannevans.com
Phone: 0401 309 142

Commercial and family photography. Runs free workshops in Raymond Terrace once a month.
Email: katerolla@gmail.com
Phone: 0402 239 743

Local Photographer for any occasion.
Email: terracepaints@yahoo.com
Phone: 0422 638 276

Local photographer known for landscape photography.
Email: stephen@portstephensimages.com.au
Creative Spaces

A group of local professional artists who are proficient in transforming empty spaces into creative places.
Email: artisancollectiveps@gmail.com

A vibrant, local artisan store for small businesses and creators.
Email: hello@charlibluecollective.com.au

Art studio and gallery offering creative classes and creative kids events.
Email: micheleableson@gmail.com
Phone: 0410 263 408

Provides a comfortable venue and supportive milieu, where creative people can develop to their full potential as humans.
Email: admin@pscac.org.au

TAG exhibits and sells the work of local artists and artisans.
Email: admin@tilligerryartsgroup.com
Production Companies


Fireworks Companies
Industry Contacts

The peak arts and disability organisation in New South Wales.
Email: info@aarts.net.au
Phone: 02 9251 6499

One of Australia’s most prolific touring service organisations for the performing arts.
Email: admin@artsontour.com.au
Phone: 02 8038 1880

NSW Government's arts and cultural driver.
Email: info@creatensw.com.au
Phone: 02 9372 8700

The state music body in NSW funded by CreateNSW. Empowers and connects artists and industry.
Email: info@musicnsw.com

Port Stephens Council's team that looks after Events, Arts and Culture.
Email: chantelle.sives@portstephens.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 4988 0255

The peak body and service agency for arts and cultural development in regional NSW.
Email: admin@regionalartsnsw.com.au