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Written by April Spadina On the footpath of a busy street corner, a small figure sits with her back against a wall, oblivious to the traffic that rushes by. She is in a world of her own as she quietly examines the heritage building on the opposite side of the street. Warmed by the sun…

Written by April Spadina The Australian spirit has always been symbolised by its laid-back, easy-going nature and it’s not hard to imagine the native animals joining in with the relaxed and happy lifestyle. It is this spirit that wildlife artist Sue Sheppard captures when she creates art in her Graham’s Creek country home. Cheeky kookaburras,…

by Hervey Bay Art Society One of the biggest art competitions of the year opened on July 18 at Gatakers Artspace in Maryborough. This is the 38th Annual Competitive Art Exhibition (ACAE) hosted by the Hervey Bay Art Society (HBAS). This annual competition has been the mainstay of the art scene on the Fraser Coast.…

Written by April Spadina Alistair Brightman is not just a man who takes photos – he captures moments. It’s the difference between seeing a scene and feeling a scene, and with Alistair’s skills and keen eye you can really feel the essence of that moment in time. His ability to tell a story with his…

Written by April Spadina Like most kids growing up in the countryside, Amanda Kratzmann was encouraged to explore the great outdoors. She learnt the ability to find joy in her surroundings, to love the simple pleasure of creating her own fun and to observe the changing landscape around her. These were the values she wanted…

Written by April Spadina For most of us, the extent of our artistic talents with a ball point pen goes as far as doodling moustaches on faces in magazines. But not for local artist Shanay Scarlet Manitzky, who creates the most exquisite hyper-realistic portraits with a humble blue biro. Spread out on the table before…

Written by April Spadina When Gina Davey sent her artwork to Sydney to contend in the prestigious Archibald Prize, she had no idea it would be the subject of a massive man hunt over a period of months! Gina’s gigantic painting of the then Acting Prime Minster Warren Truss was lost in the halls of…

Written by April Spadina At 93-years-old, Audrey Reece has experienced more adventures than most could only imagine, and she still enriches her life daily with her creativity and the connections with fellow creatives in the community. Throughout her home is an array of artworks that bring her happiness and evoke beautiful memories. But it’s the…

Life and love in art Written by April Spadina Kym Latter is a joyful explosion of colour. With her purple hair, her bright funky earrings and her wild overalls, she is a vibrant breath of fresh air. From humble beginnings, Kym’s life can only be described as full to the brim. Growing up in remote…