Arts Radar: Winter 2026
BENDIGO COMMUNITY BANK – COOROY
UNTIL 20 JULY
MERRYN APMA
Rich with culture, creativity, and connection to country, discover the beauty of traditional indigenous paintings.
20 JULY – 27 AUGUST
U3A NOOSA PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP
Inviting seniors and retirees to explore the beauty of photography in an environment filled with collaboration, creativity, curiosity and community spirit.
36a Maple Street, Cooroy | 5447 7131
THE G CONTEMPORARY
FROM 2 July – 16 July
Opening night: 4 July
DAI LI: ECHOES
A collection of whimsical ceramic sculptures that explore people’s emotional states.
6/32 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads
www.thegcontemporary.com
COOROY BUTTER FACTORY ARTS CENTRE
2 JULY – 2 AUGUST
BETWEEN HOME & HORIZON
A rich, dynamic exploration of the natural world’s profound beauty and surprising complexity.
TWO ELEMENTS: COLOUR AND CLAY – CAROL WATKINS & SHIRLEY TOPP
Expressive ceramics meets fresh, luminous watercolours often touched by a whisper of Chinese influence.
6 AUGUST – 13 SEPTEMBER
ART JAM – MULTIPLE ARTISTS
Explore artists in a living studio space, engage with works in progress, converse with artists, and experience art taking shape in real time.
11A Maple Street, Cooroy | 5442 6665
www.butterfactoryartscentre.com.au
BENDIGO COMMUNITY BANK – TEWANTIN-NOOSA
UNTIL 3 JULY
MULTIPLE ARTIST EXHIBITION – COLOUR MY WORLD!
A celebration of the artists who have exhibited in the Tewantin branch.
3 JULY – 14 AUGUST
MU-RAAY MULCAHY
Experience the deep abiding stories that accompany a collection of fine art creations.
14 AUGUST – 24 SEPTEMBER
PAULUS KOOIJ
A fusion of art, philosophy and science, exploring the notion of infinity, consciousness, nature and inviting reflection on existence itself.
114 Poinciana Avenue, Tewantin | 5440 5289
STUDIO ONE NOOSA
UNTIL 10 JULY
CURATORS CHOICE
Explore a captivating curation of works by an exceptional group of local artists.
14 – 30 JULY
NOOSA OPEN STUDIOS ART AUCTION EXHIBITION
A selected preview of works ahead of the NOS Fundraising Art Auction & Luncheon at the Sunshine Beach Surf Club on
31 July.
10/64 Gateway Drive, Noosaville 0481 155 287
www.studioonenoosa.com.au
NOOSA REGIONAL GALLERY
20 JUNE – 12 JULY
IMAGINATE: FIELDS OF FEELINGS
ENTRY FEE: $5
A playful exploration of big emotions and tiny treasures in a space where all feelings may shine.
9 Pelican Street, Tewantin | 5329 6145
www.noosaregionalgallery.com.au
POMONA RAILWAY STATION
18 JULY – 12 AUGUST
BANANA SHED
MULTIPLE ARTIST EXHIBITION – NOOSA OPEN STUDIO PREVIEW
A curated glimpse into the diverse practices and artistic expression shaping this year’s event.
1 AUGUST TO 26 AUGUST
CARRIAGE ROOM
MULTIPLE ARTIST EXHIBITION – ARTIST ALLIANCE AUSTRALIA INC.
Emergence works showcasing new forms, themes and styles developed over the past 12 months.
1 AUGUST – 9 SEPTEMBER
THE WORLD WE LIVE IN: MARTIN TAYLOR
Through layered works in acrylics, oils and watercolours, thought-provoking themes and evocative depictions of nature sit alongside contemporary yet taboo issues.
10 Station Street, Pomona | 5485 2950
www.pomonagallery.com
LEIGHTON CONTEMPORARY
JUNE TO SEPTEMBER
STABLE – GROUP EXHIBITION
A celebration of works from the gallery’s stockroom and resident artists.
5/64 Gateway Drive, Noosaville | 0413 477 947
www.leightoncontemporary.com
