NDIS
At Soft Gold Studio we offer inclusive, artist-led creative programs tailored for NDIS participants. Our hands-on sessions including ceramics, painting and bespoke projects, support self-expression, build practical and social skills, and nurture confidence in a calm and welcoming environment.
With a focus on individual needs and strengths, each program encourages creative exploration at a comfortable pace, fostering connection, empowerment and artistic pride.
We offer a free meet and greet in the studio, giving participants the chance to explore the space, meet us, and see if Soft Gold feels like the right fit for their needs and goals.
Dont hesitate to reach out and book a time with us, we would be happy to meet with you.
Soft Clay
Build skills, confidence, and connection through clay
Soft Colour
Build creative confidence in a calm, inclusive space
Soft Gold Studio offers a dedicated 10-week ceramics-based day program designed specifically for NDIS participants. Held in our calm and welcoming Richmond studio, this program supports participants in developing both creative and social skills in a structured, inclusive environment. Each session provides hands-on access to clay and other art materials, with a focus on individual expression, gentle skill-building, and shared creative experiences. The program is facilitated by experienced teaching artists who are not only practicing creatives, but also committed to working thoughtfully and responsively with diverse needs and abilities. The program includes: – All materials, tools, and firings – Expert tuition in ceramics and surface decoration – A calm, sensory-friendly environment – Structured activities that foster confidence and creative growth Key outcomes: – Capacity building through sustained creative engagement – Development of fine motor skills and creative problem-solving – Increased social connection, teamwork, and communication – A stronger sense of community involvement and belonging The studio is a place where participants are encouraged to explore at their own pace, build relationships, and take pride in creating something truly their own.
Soft Gold Studio offers a 10-week painting-based day program designed for NDIS participants to explore creative expression while developing practical, social, and emotional skills in a calm and welcoming environment. Facilitated by practicing artists with experience in both teaching and disability support, this program provides participants with structured, accessible art sessions that encourage self-expression, build confidence, and foster a sense of connection and accomplishment. Each 10-week term includes: – All painting materials and tools – Expert tuition tailored to individual needs and goals – A calm, supportive studio environment – Projects that are adaptable, inclusive, and designed to encourage participation Program outcomes include: – Capacity building through regular, skill-based creative engagement – Improved fine motor skills, creative decision-making, and visual literacy – Opportunities to connect and collaborate with others in a group setting – A greater sense of community inclusion, identity, and artistic pride Participants are invited to explore colour, shape, and storytelling through a range of painting techniques—always with encouragement to move at their own pace and express themselves freely. We work closely with support coordinators and participants to ensure each person feels seen, supported, and empowered to create. To learn more or discuss a referral, please get in touch—we’d be delighted to welcome your participant into the studio.
Soft STUDIO
A supported space to explore your own creative path
Soft Gold Studio offers a 10-week Open Studio program designed for NDIS participants who are ready to explore and grow their own creative ideas—whether through jewellery, textiles, painting, sculpture, or mixed media craft. This unique program provides a flexible, mentored environment where participants bring their own projects and are gently supported by practicing artists to develop their ideas through a fine art lens. The focus is on creative exploration, personal growth, and sharing work with others, culminating in a group exhibition at the end of term. Each 10-week term includes: – Artist-led mentoring and tuition tailored to individual projects – A quiet, well-equipped studio space for making and thinking – Supplementary materials available in the studio – A final exhibition to celebrate and display participant work Program outcomes include: – Capacity building through long-form creative development – Increased independence, self-direction, and creative confidence – Social connection and collaboration with peers – A stronger sense of identity, inclusion, and community involvement Participants are encouraged to explore their interests at their own pace while being gently challenged to expand their ideas, techniques, and presentation skills. The open studio model allows for deep focus, meaningful conversation, and a sense of ownership over their creative journey. We work closely with support coordinators and participants to ensure individual needs and creative goals are supported throughout the program. To learn more or enquire about enrolling a participant, please reach out—we’d love to support them in bringing their ideas to life.
Soft Nature
An invitation to notice, slow down, and create
Soft Nature is a gentle 10 week program combining urban nature immersion with reflective art-making. Part guided walk, part studio workshop, this offering is designed to help participants reconnect with their surroundings and respond to the quiet patterns of the natural world through creative expression. Each session begins with time spent outdoors, observing, collecting, and moving slowly through local parks or urban green spaces. Back in the studio, these impressions are translated into artworks using a range of materials and techniques, from clay to drawing, natural pigment to print. Led by practising artists with a deep appreciation for both nature and creative process, Soft Nature fosters a sense of connection, calm, and creative possibility. This is a program about noticing, about being present in the world, and responding with care and curiosity. Perfect for individuals, small groups, or team-building experiences. All materials provided. No experience necessary, just a willingness to slow down and look closely.
