TWO years ago, an idea energised five Bundaberg Regional Gallery volunteers into action.
Each a practising artist, Trish Sheppard, Paul Perry, Gabrielle McDonald, Kevin Aldcroft and Raymon Singleton decided to unite and mount their own inter-regional exhibition.
Hundreds of studio hours and over 130 works later, their show ‘Joy of the Journey’ opens at Cooroy’s Butter Factory Arts Centre at 6pm on Friday 26 July.
On show across BFAC’s entire floor level gallery spaces, the exhibition is an insight into the groups’ diverse relationships with forms, themes and techniques.
Many of the works are visually inspired pieces with unconventional painting techniques, dimensional drawings and multi-patterned pieces. Shapes and lines are driving forces. Colour takes center stage as the artists show versatility, skill and their curiosities are inspiring.
BFAC coordinator Alicia Sharples said the exhibition is colourful, diverse and energetic.
“It’s also a fantastic opportunity to experience the inner culture of a neighbouring region. We’re very chuffed they’ve brought their works to BFAC and can’t wait to share them,” she said.
Joy of the Journey continues until 3 September.
