Come & Explore
Q U E E N S L A N D ’ S B I G G E S T A R T T R A I L | O C T O B E R 1 -1 0 Noosa Open Studios has reached a new benchmark in 2021 with some 100 local artists opening their studio doors to both local and interstate art lovers, making this year’s art trail a must-do… With five separate trails to explore, its a great time to hit the hinterland road! Noosa Open Studios is a not-for-profit enterprise run by volunteers who give their time and expertise to help shape the future for local artists. Get up close and personal with the artists whose work you love, learn about their creative techniques and processes, and most importantly take home something wonderful for your ongoing pleasure.
All of the artists’ studios will be open for all three days of both weekends, that is, 1st, 2nd, 3rd October and then again 8th, 9th, 10th October. Noosa Open Studios is a self drive event with great Noosa and Beach Trails to explore as well. On these pages, we give you a taste of just some of those artists who proudly call our Noosa hinterland home. Next edition, we’ll introduce you to some more hinterland based artists that will be part of this year’s Noosa Open Studios Art Trail. Check out all of the exhibiting Noosa Open Studio artists at www.noosaopenstudios.com.au.
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Amanda Brooks’ work on Belgian linen canvases are vibrant and textured using a combination of acrylics, ink washes and oils creating layer upon layer.
Bronwyn’s quirky lanterns are loved by all who see them. They are caricatures of possums, dogs, snails, horses, chooks... any animal that you fancy!
David Moyes’ home and studio is the historic Sunny Brae House at the Eumundi Showground where he is caretaker. His art is influenced by his Buddhist practice.
Jan feels no need to conform; her paintings and environmental installations express a freedom that hold a connection to the ethnic people and cultural tradition of her heritage.
68 Regency Road, Doonan 4562 www.artbybrooks.com.au
95 Laguna Grove, Doonan 4562 www.possinboots.com
1 Black Stump Road, Eumundi 4562 Instagram @davidmoyes.art
66 Regency Road, Doonan 4562 www.facebook.com/public/jan-dunlop
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Beatrice’s paintings explore our land and sea seen from high above or down below.
30 Kingsgate Drive, Tinbeerwah 4563 www.beatriceprost.com
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Dale’s work is all about colour. She celebrates the glorious hinterland landscapes and coastal seascapes with an abundance of colour and patterning.
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Fiona’s activities have included exhibitions, book publications and a feature in a TV episode of Put Some Colour in Your Life.
Jule’s works on canvas and paper are varied and painterly in style. Jule responds to the way that light, colour and form, communicate a narrative.
25 Wattlebird Drive, Doonan 4562 www.daleleachart.com
25 Wattlebird Drive, Doonan 4562 www.fmg fionagroomvisualartist.com
688 Sunrise Road, Tinbeerwah 4563 Facebook @Jule Polkinghorne Art
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Bronwyn’s artworks are semi abstract depicting the colours, shapes and textures she sees everyday as she explores the natural bush setting she calls home.
Dave paints in watercolour and acrylics. He incorporates skills from his pastry-cooking days, using pallet knives and piping bags to add structure and texture.
Jan’s art has colour, life created with mixed media using oil and cold wax, acrylic or collage, found objects; her made stencils, with scratches and scrapes, adding interest.
Originally from Paris, Julia’s interest has always been in hand-built forms focusing on curved, tactile and asymmetrical vessels with one form inspiring and leading to the next.
6 Geebung Lane, Doonan 4562 Facebook @jan.murphy.7568
9 Stewart Court, Doonan 4562 Instagram @juliavail.ceramics
19 Greentree Place, Doonan 4562 www.wyntonstudio.com Page 32 | Your Local Lifestyle August 2021
4 Vines Court, Tinbeerwah 4563 Facebook @davegilbertartist
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