Beyond Boundaries
empowering young LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies in Bundaberg
Inspired by the popular webcomic Heartstopper, Beyond Boundaries aims to provide a platform for young people to express their unique stories and perspectives. Programs will guide participants in bringing their creative visions to life, ensuring that their voices are heard and celebrated.
2024 Events
Creative Writing
Let your story be told. Follow the mentorship of local author Selena Silcox in identifying your story ideas and transforming them into a developed narrative.
Day in a Life
Join local storyteller Sarah Tump on a journey of self-expression as you create a "Day in a Life" that celebrates your authentic self. Through vision boards and short-form videos, participants will have the opportunity to showcase their individual stories under the expert guidance of Sarah Tump.
Character Creation Illustration
Unleash your creativity and bring your unique characters to life with Bec, also known as Bexylum Art. In this workshop, participants will learn the art of character illustration, guided by the expertise of manga artist Bexylum Art. Discover the secrets behind crafting compelling protagonists that reflect your own narrative.
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SELENA SILCOX:
STORY CREATION & AUTHENTIC STORYTELLING
Workshop #1
Local author Selena Silcox will guide participants through identifying their story ideas, helping them decide the best ways to articulate those ideas, and how to develop them into narratives.
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Monday, 23rd September 2024
10am - 11:30am
Bundaberg School of Arts, 184 Bourbong St, Bundaberg
SELENA SILCOX:
story and structure Workshop
Workshop #2
The second workshop in creative writing series with local author Selena Silcox. This workshop will go more in-depth on story and structure helping you develop your ideas into narratives or projects that will resonate with your audience.
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Tuesday, 24th September 2024
10am - 11:30am
Bundaberg School of Arts, 184 Bourbong St, Bundaberg
BEXYLUM ART: CHARACTER BUILD & DESIGN
Workshop #1
Learn how to create a visual embodiment of your protagonist through the art of Manga. In this workshop you will learn the basics of character design through traditional mediums. This will open up new methods of enhancing your stories through visual art.
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Wednesday, 25th September 2024
10am - 2pm
Bundaberg School of Arts, 184 Bourbong St, Bundaberg
BEXYLUM ART: CHARACTER CREATION STORY MODE!
Workshop #2
You will be walked through how to storyboard your characters into comic style illustrations that can be furthered into your preferred method of storytelling. With this knowledge you will be able to put text and illustration together to your readers!
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Thursday, 26th September 2024
10am - 2pm
Bundaberg School of Arts, 184 Bourbong St, Bundaberg
sarah tump:
day in a life
Workshop #1
In this workshop Sarah introduces the "Day in a Life" (DIAL) concept. Emphasising diversity, participants will explore and embrace their true selves by creating a vision board and/or video diary allowing for creative expression. This workshop will run for 30 mins, participants will create their vision board at home to bring to workshop #2.
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Tuesday, 10th September 2024
9.30am - 10am
Online (link will be sent after registering)
sarah tump:
day in a life
Workshop #2
Participants share their DIAL (created at home). Each person presents their DIAL art and/or video, followed by fellow participants writing anonymous feedback describing how the presentation made them feel. The group reads these reflections aloud to highlight their inclusivity and worth. After all presentations, an open discussion fosters connections, self-expression, and new bonds.
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Monday, 23rd September 2024
12noon - 2pm
Bundaberg School of Arts, 184 Bourbong St, Bundaberg
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