ARTS RADAR

A new season brings exciting new exhibitions and the Sunshine Coast’s galleries, studios and arts centres have something for everyone!

Usc Art Gallery

UNTIL 7 MAY

SANDRA SELIG: EXPLORING GIANT MOLECULES

Sandra Selig works at the intersection of visual art and experimental music, using humble materials such as thread, paper, light and sound to articulate intangible notions of form, space and time. Her new exhibition presents six projects that have evolved organically over time and in response to the spaces Selig works and exhibits in.

Pacific Ocean between artist, Arryn Snowball and poet, Nathan Shepherdson. The exhibition brings together Snowball’s new and recent paintings, gouache studies, and experimental performance-based drawings inspired by Shepherdson’s collection of 77 poems as well as a growing understanding of human impacts on climate and ecosystems.

90 Sippy Downs Dr, Sippy Downs Ph: 5459 4645 www.usc.edu.au/art-gallery

Caloundra Regional Gallery

UNTIL 8 MAY LOCAL ARTISTS – LOCAL CONTENT ART PRIZE 2022 EXHIBITION

This exhibition celebrates the diversity of visual arts across the Sunshine Coast with forty finalist artworks. An initiative of Friends of the Regional Gallery, Caloundra, the prize invites works across a range of genres from regional artists depicting local themes.

FROM 13 MAY TO 26 JUNE FEELING OF THE PLACE: FROM HERE TO THERE AND BACK AGAIN

Backhaus-Smith. With works drawn from private and public collections, this exhibition examines the depth and breadth of Rex’s art and follows his expeditions from his early landscapes of outback towns to vivid works from recent trips to the top end to his own backyard. Attend the launch on Thursday 12 May, 6pm-8pm.

22 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra Ph: 5420 8299 www.gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Old Ambulance Station

UNTIL 16 APRIL

ONE WORLD (NOT TO SCALE)

UNTIL 7 MAY

ARRYN SNOWBALL: SLACK WATER

Slack Water is a collaboration about the

A deep insight into the extraordinary making of one of the Sunshine Coast’s favourite artistic travellers, Rex

Wilhelmus Breikers presents a collection of drawings and paintings that are declarative, rhetorical and loud,

Bigi Nagala

Drawing inspiration from landscapes, memories and experiences, Bidjara woman Sheri Skele tells her cultural story through Aboriginal artwork. She also takes commissions for custom designs. hello@biginagala.com.au

Phone 0423 384 136 biginagala.com.au

Ocean Art Naomi

Inspired by the beauty and colours of the Sunshine Coast’s marine world, Naomi creates various artwork using Pencil, Acrylic Gouche, Ink, Conte Pastel and Watercolour.

Sixth Ave & Aerodrome Rd Maroochydore Phone 07 5451 0712 oceanartnaomi.com.au

The Art Hub

Join one of our local artists at Sunshine Coast’s original Paint & Sip studio. You will feel right at home as you paint, sip and have some fun. Sessions are all BYO drinks & nibbles. Ages 18+.

The Strand, 19b-11 Bulcock St, Caloundra Phone 0447 799 878 thearthubsc.com.au answering the question, “is the world still a better place?” This exhibition expresses the artist’s opinions on world issues as well as his enjoyment in the use of materials and processes.

UNTIL 16 APRIL

CULTIVATE

This collection of surrealist figurative sculpture, organic ceramic vessels and found object installations, ignites a personal and authentic response to the collective themes of awakening from the unconscious human experience.

Ceramicist Fiona Cuthbert O’Meara embodies a deep personal narrative around issues of life and death, loss, reconnection, rebirth and personal identity.

80 Howard Street, Nambour www.theoldambulancestation.com

Stevens Street Gallery

9 APRIL, 9AM TO 1PM

MAKE YOUR OWN KILN-FIRED ENAMEL JEWELLERY WITH TERESA MUNDT

Vitreous enamelling is the art of fusing powdered glass to metals at very high temperatures to create bright and beautiful earrings and pendants. In this 4-hour, hands-on workshop, you will learn every step in the enamelling process, from cutting copper pieces, to sifting, stencilling, and firing your own unique designs.

2 Stevens Street, Yandina Ph: Toni – 0414 687 895, Alicia – 0437 141 786 www.stevensstreetgallery.com.au

Maroochydore Library Artspace

UNTIL 5 APRIL OUT AND ABOUT

A group of local artists interpret the local landscape where they meet each week. They highlight the natural characteristics of the local flora and landforms, representing a multifaceted view of the Sunshine Coast. Paintings range from realism to abstraction, using experimental and traditional methods and a variety of media.

44 Sixth Avenue, Maroochydore www.gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/ Exhibitions/Maroochydore-Artspace

Buderim Craft Cottage

14 APRIL AND 16 APRIL

EASTER FAIR 2022

The first collaboration of the year where all creative groups belonging to the Buderim Craft Cottage come together to exhibit their festive creations.

FROM 26 APRIL UNTIL 29 MAY

MIXED MEDIA EXHIBITION 2022

Groups members of the Buderim Craft Cottage exhibit a diverse collection of 2D and 3D artwork, including acrylics, oils, watercolours, ceramics and more. Feel inspired by both individual and group creations as artists visit to talk about their work.

5 Main Street, Buderim Ph: 5450 1714 www.buderimcraftcottage.com.au

Pure Underwater Imaging

Award winning artist and photographer, Justin Bruhn brings you a stunning collection of premium quality underwater artworks to connect you with the magic of the ocean in your living room.

PO Box 1814 Noosa Heads Phone 0411 050 133 pureunderwaterimaging.com

Define Art

Local Artisan Collective showcasing and supporting our talented and amazing Sunshine Coast artists and creatives. Everything in our store is hand made here on the Sunshine Coast. Shop 91/1 King Street, Cotton Tree Phone 0437 141 786

ART SCHOOL CO.

Home to the creative soul, Art School Co. is a new destination for fine art supplies and art classes. Directed by award winning artist Jess Le Clerc, Art School Co. guarantees the best priced art supplies on the Sunshine Coast. The Zone, 32 Wises Road, Buderim Phone 0491 756 172 artschoolco.com