Painting Pals is the title of an exhibition by Noosa artists Cameron Gillespie and Nicky Orange opening on 6 January at the Pomona Railway Station.
The two artists met in 2017 when Nicky participated in Noosa Open Studios. The have painted together at her Tewantin studio periodically since then.
Cameron Gillespie said nature has an enormous influence on the style of abstraction that he uses in most of his works.
“I draw on my love of the beauty of Australian bush, and magnificent shades of lights and darks, that I can transfer into my works,” he said.
“I am especially inspired by the beauty and the wonders that happen in the Noosa area.”
Born in Sydney, Cameron, a painter, and photographer, lives and works in Tewantin with his partner and young son.
Nicky Orange has enjoyed painting her whole life.
“I think my passion for painting and colour shows in all my creations,“ Nicky said.
She works mainly in acrylic paint and her subjects range from landscapes, still life, florals, seascapes to animals as well as people going about everyday things.
“My subject matter seems to jump out and choose me, I see something, and I just have to paint it, especially if is quirky.”
She has lived and painted in many locations along Australia’s Eastern seaboard and is a frequent traveler to the Greek Island, all of which has provided inspiration for her work.
The Painting Pals exhibition is on display in the Carriage Room, Pomona Railway Station Gallery from 6 to 31 January.
The volunteer-run Pomona Railway Station Gallery is at 10 Station St, Pomona.
Opening hours are 10am to 4pm Tuesday to Friday; 10am to 2pm Saturday and Sunday.
For further information, contact Julie Dare on 0403 695 459.
