Arts Radar: Autumn 2024
This season’s exciting new exhibitions in Noosa’s galleries, studios and arts centres.
STUDIO ONE NOOSA
26 MARCH-13 APRIL
Debra Hutton: Italiano Un-Censored
Debra reveals the Italian landscape on canvas in an uncensored exhibition of her abstract works.
16 APRIL -18 MAY
Bronwyn Barton
Bronwyn takes you on a breathtaking botanical journey into layering and mark-making.
28 MAY-15 JUNE
Mike Lane: The Artist Known as Chalom – Dreamer of Dreams
A self-taught painter, furniture artist and architectural and interior designer, Mike shares his eclectic collection inspired by words, intuitions and insights from his heart and dreams.
Sip & Pour – Colour Chemistry Workshops
Experience the magic of colour chemistry and acrylic free-flow pouring at these fun and creative workshops – no talent required! See page 144 Bookings essential.
10/64 Gateway Drive, Noosaville
Ph: 0481 155 287
www.studioonenoosa.com.au
NOOSA REGIONAL GALLERY
UNTIL 14 APRIL
Peter Hudson: Right Place / Right Time
Peter immerses himself in the stunning landscapes of Noosa National Park as paint dances with rhythm and melody across the surfaces of his works with restraint and finesses.
Press Gang: Pressed into Place
Varied in scale and technique, this collection reveals the common attributes and nuanced detail of both the landscape this group have turned their attention to; and the methodology used to capture it.
Michele Rudder: Creativity Has No Limits
A golden glow emanates from much of Michele’s works, tempered with symbols and motifs that reference life’s challenges and lessons. Dream-like in their making, they are works of celebration, inspiration, and resolve.
Riverside, 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin
Ph: 5329 6145
www.noosaregionalgallery.com.au
CA GALLERY
20 MAY-10 JUNE
Rex Backhaus-Smith: Other Visions
Rex’s love for local landscapes feature in this collection of new and selected watercolours celebrating the iconic Glasshouse Mountains region.
5/43 Access Crescent, Coolum Beach
Ph: 5471 7366
www.coolartgallery.com.au
COOROY BUTTER FACTORY ARTS CENTRE
12 APRIL -12 MAY
Saren Dobkins: Hiding in Plain Sight
With its unfolding tapestry of thoughts, emotions and perceptions, Saren shares moments of awareness and an innate desire for connection through self- portraiture and self-reflection.
Seeing the Soul: Hoofbeats Sanctuary Aer Prize & Exhibtion
Raising awareness of mental health, this celebration of equine art includes cash prizes and is a fundraising initiative for Hoofbeats Sanctuary — home to a herd of rescued horses and ponies.
Helen Saint-Smith: Fragments of Memory
A patchwork artist for many years, Helen’s latest work combines realism and geometric styles that create a lively mix of shapes and colours.
11A Maple Street, Cooroy | Ph: 5442 6665
www.butterfactoryartscentre.com.au
POMONA RAILWAY STATION GALLERY
UNTIL 3 APRIL
Ellenie Kirkman: Gifts From Artemis’ Table
Drawing inspiration from Greek Goddess Artemis, the work features classical oil, still life, portraiture and animal artwork, discover this talented young artist’s journey, following in the footsteps of her artist mother and grandmother.
6 APRIL-1 MAY
Mandy Smith & Jane Howie
Mandy’s work features vibrant oil and acrylics on canvas and quirky pottery with an obvious love for nature; while Jane’s photography captures award-winning flora images on canvas which reflect nature’s beauty beyond its prime.
27 APRIL -22 MAY
Virginia Spencer Bower and John Tonkins: Art & Glass
The perfect combination of hard and soft; strong and delicate. Virginia’s paintings range from bold abstract flowers in acrylics to delicate watercolour and thoughtful charcoal portraits; while John’s glass creations consist of abstract pieces with a focus on geometrics.
10 Station Street, Pomona | Ph: 5485 2950
www.pomonartgallery.com
COMMUNITY BANK COOROY
UNTIL 2 APRIL
Andrew Hillhouse
Andrew has an interest in the textural qualities of acrylic paint with abstract impressions of the natural environment that provoke an emotional response.
2 APRIL-30 APRIL
Paul Meertens
Paul enjoys experimenting with acrylics using his love of bright colours.
30 APRIL-31 MAY
Robin Ramage
Inspired by Scott Christensen’s Paint the Ocean course, Robin uses acrylic and oil to create vibrant beach scenes that reflect his love for the area.
31 MAY-1 JULY
Tinbeerwah Art Group
Keep Calm and Paint On is the motto of this local art group.
36a Maple Street, Cooroy | Ph: 5447 7131
www.bendigobank.com.au/branch/qld/community-bank-cooroy/
COMMUNITY BANK TEWANTIN-NOOSA
UNTIL 3 APRIL
Wallace House – Quilters
Spectacular quilts in all shapes and sizes from landscapes to abstract works.
3 APRIL-17 MAY
Phyllis Araneo
Captivating paintings feature the striking Australian light and colour to focus on luscious plant and floral life.
17 MAY-5 JULY
Go With The Flow – Multiple Artists
A collection of works from local artists.
114 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin | Ph: 5440 5289
www.bendigobank.com.au/branch/qld/community-bank-tewantin-noosa
