Church Studio Franklin was established by Patricia and Charles Zuber as a multipurpose artspace. The studio itself is contained within a heritage building that was originally built by the Methodists. In the 1970s it became a Uniting Church and in 1990 it was sold. Attached to the Church is the old church hall which is now home to Patricia and Charles.Working from plans prepared by the architect Giles Newstead, local builder Keven McMullen, has added new facilities within the body of the church. This has created a space that can be used for guest accommodation, studio practice, artists in residence programs, exhibitions and workshops. The build and development of Church Studio Franklin is documented on: http://churchstudiofranklin.blogspot.com.

About us

Charles has an extensive background in the visual arts, and prior to moving to Franklin, he was Senior Lecturer with the College of Art, Griffith University, Queensland. Currently he holds an adjunct position with the College of Art. His qualifications include a Diploma of Teaching, a Masters Degree in Communications and a Doctorate in Philosophy from Griffith University.

Patricia has extensive experience working in the arts. Her qualifications include a Graduate Diploma in Community Cultural Development. She has worked as a Cultural Development Officer in local government and as a Senior Advisor in Cultural Policy. Her last position was as Senior Procurement Manager Public Art with the Queensland State Government.

Contact Details
See Studio page for activity updates.

Within Australia our landline phone number is 03 6266 3347
if you are phoning from outside Australia 61 3 6266 3347

Church Studio Franklin is recognised as a good practice operator in water, waste and energy efficiency.

Artists Behind The Action

Church Studio Franklin is prod to present Artists Behind The Action, click here to see the invite.

Southern Circles is a joint exhibition between Hunter Island Press, Hobart and Impress Printmakers’ Group, Brisbane.

20 members each from Impress Printmakers’ Group and Hunter Island Press are invited to submit works for a joint exhibition, Southern Circles, to be held in two locations in early 2012.  Please submit your interest in participating by email to Patricia Zuber asap – thanks.

Co-ordinator:  Patricia Zuber ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )

Tasmania dates: 17th Feb (opening night) to 26th Feb 2012

Church Studio Franklin

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