Creative care to connect, comfort and transform

Creativity at the Heart of Care

Inscape Tasmania is a cultural organisation and registered charity delivering professional art and music programs in Tasmanian hospitals since 2015.

We support Tasmanian artists and musicians to create meaningful, uplifting experiences for patients, families and staff.

Our programs enrich the healthcare environment, enhance recovery and offer moments of connection and relief during times of stress.

Support Creative Care in Hospitals

  • Artmaking

    Professional artists lead creative sessions with patients, families, and staff - offering moments of reflection, self-expression and connection within the hospital environment.

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  • Music

    Live and improvised music brings comfort, energy and emotional support to clinical spaces, creating shared experiences that soothe and uplift.

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  • Enlivening the Space

    We transform hospital spaces with art installations, exhibitions, and interactive elements that make healthcare settings feel more human, welcoming  and inspiring.

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  • Projects

    Inscape supports artists to develop their creative practice in healthcare through collaborative residencies with patients, staff, and visitors.

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The power of music cannot be dismissed, the power of music in this place is tripled.

In hospital your world shrinks so much that small things have an enormous impact. 

— Kim Foale, Recipient of Life-Scape Illustration and Instrumental, June 2019

There are many proven benefits to integrating arts-based programs in hospitals for patients, families, and staff alike.

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Improves Patient Mood

Creative sessions offer relief and emotional uplift, with 95% of participants reporting improved mood after taking part.

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Supports Staff Wellbeing

Programs provide moments of calm, reflection and renewal in demanding clinical environments.

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Encourages Personal Expression

Art offers a powerful outlet for patients to express identity, feelings and experiences beyond words.

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Reduces Isolation and Fear

Art and music help ease anxiety, making hospital stays feel less lonely and more connected.

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Enhances Healing Environments

Creative activities positively shape the atmosphere, making hospital spaces more welcoming and human.

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Strengthens Relationships

Creative engagement builds trust and understanding between patients, families and staff.

Inscape: noun / the unique inner nature of a person or object as shown in a work of art

Make a Donation Today

Inscape programs are in high demand, and your support makes them possible.

A tax-deductible donation directly funds Tasmanian artists and musicians to work with patients, families and staff across Southern Tasmanian hospitals.

Your contribution goes to the Inscape Tas Incorporated Gift Fund, helping us bring connection, comfort and creativity into healthcare when it's needed most. 

See below how you can contribute.

  • Lifescape Illustration

    A one-off donation towards a patient's 'Life-scape' illustration.

    $200

  • Music Performance

    A one-off donation towards a musician's performance with patients, families and staff.

    $100

  • Artmaking Bedside Visit

    A one-off donation towards an artmaking session bedside.

    $50

  • Musical Bedside Visit

    A one-off donation towards a musician playing music at the bedside.

    $25

Contact us.

We’d love to hear from you, whether you’re interested in supporting our work, learning more about our programs, or exploring creative opportunities in healthcare.

Fill in the form or email us directly at:

inscapetas@gmail.com

What People Are Saying

  • The weekly visits with Inscape musicians was the only time I could be completely myself.

    Long term patient at the Royal Hobart Hospital

  • I think this is a marvellous program. I am a doctor at the hospital and can see how much patients appreciate this. Many are scared, lonely, bored and in pain. The chance to enjoy, make and appreciate art and music is an incredible gift.

    Dr Anna Johnston, Royal Hobart Hospital

  • What a wonderful program - Art and Music. Not only does it provide stimulus and enjoyment for the patients but peace and relaxation for the families who are visiting their loved ones in hospital. I am in awe of an awesome program. Thank you.

    Rhonda King

  • The lady is singing to me… it’s beautiful

    Patient

  • I know (mum) just loved the times they had music. They sang songs that she knew and she just loved that… she certainly enjoyed it because she looked forward to it, she got quite social with it in the end

    Daughter

  • I have seen patients with fear and anxiety. I have seen the Arts Health Worker with them… (being) calm and gentle… it seems to have definitely had a positive impact

    Staff member

  • Inscape has brought joy, eased anxieties, reduced isolation, and loneliness to older people at a time when they need it most. It makes my job easier and more satisfying when I can see their engagement, hear their music, and appreciate the art created with our patients.

    Dr Blair Adamczewski, Staff Specialist Geriatrician

  • Our vulnerable patients, even those with cognitive and behaviour challenges, look forward to the times with the artists.

    Dr Subhranil Das, Staff Specialist Geriatrician

  • I have been in hospital now for 4 months and I am in the Inscape program. The artwork is fantastic. I enjoy the visits every week from (the artists).

    Anne, patient at The Royal Hobart Hospital

  • The Inscape team are so good at finding the exact thing that will work for the patient. A song, a drawing, or just giving the time to listen... You all are truly appreciated.

    Annie Clark, Allied Health Assistant

  • It is a joy to go about your work at the RHH and hear the pop up music artists or hear the music and happiness coming from patient’s rooms.

    Annie Clark, Allied Health Assistant

Our partners

Inscape Tas gratefully acknowledges the generous support of Creative Australia, the Tasmanian Health Service, the Regional Arts Fund, The Henry Jones Art Hotel, the Royal Hobart Hospital Donation Fund, and the Australian Cultural Fund. Their contributions help us bring the transformative power of art and music to patients, families, and staff across Southern Tasmanian hospitals.

Inscape Tasmania acknowledges the Muwinina people as the traditional owners of Nipaluna, the Country where we work and live.  We respect Tasmanian Aboriginal people as the ongoing custodians of the land Lutruwita.