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LONG JETTY ART SCENE welcomes new gallery opening WORDS JENNIFER ENNION
Long Jetty’s art scene has been elevated with the opening of the sophisticated Glenn McKimmin Gallery. In the top position occupied by long-standing surf shop Borderline, the photographic gallery grabs the attention of passers-by with its large, windowed frontage. McKimmin, who has the printing and framing company, Created for Life in Erina, opened the Jetty space in May (2021). It primarily houses Glenn’s stunning photography of Central Coast landscapes, but he’s passionate about featuring other artists. ‘This is going to be not just a gallery for me but, hopefully over time, we’ll build it to a point that this is a quality gallery showcasing different art and really keeping that level high,’ Glenn says. Already the space has hosted an exhibition of works by fellow local photographer Luke Shadbolt, and Glenn plans to hold art and interior design evenings with degustation dinners, as well as more photography workshops. ‘It will be a certain level of artist and/or photographer,’ he says. There’s no doubt the gallery gives more clout to the creative community and Glenn hopes it inspires even more locals and visitors to pick up a camera. ‘The simplicity of the gallery is important in showcasing the art but I hope it also inspires people to go out there and take photos themselves, for the sheer joy of it. ‘Photography gives you a good reason to get up, venture outside, and create something from nothing. Whether you’re looking at photos in a gallery or taking them yourself, it’s a welcome antidote to the stressful world we live in.’ Stay up to date with exhibitions and workshops at glennmckimmin.com
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