By Margaret Maccoll
Felix Gaborit used the COVID year to express joy and spirituality through art and will be sharing his work in an exhibition during May.
The 21-year-old Coolum resident said he found his hidden talent during lockdown when he began painting. Since March 2020 he has completed 40 paintings.
“Using acrylic paints on canvas, I like to use bright vibrant colours that are energetic and interesting creating moments of intrigue and inspiration,“ he said.
“I hope my artistic expression will bring happiness, tranquillity, motivation, good vibrations, calmness and spiritual healing to the viewer.
“I choose to express joy, natural beauty and calmness to viewers so that they may sit and recognise the beauty and tranquillity of nature which is surrounding them, and which is within them.
“My art inspires the viewer and raises their consciousness and enjoyment. It disconnects them from the (rat race) of the virtual world and brings them back to the beauty and serenity of nature and the truth of our reality. It’s fun and vibrant and it lightens up the room and it makes you smile.
“I hope my art encourages conservation by recognising the incredible priceless value of nature and our connection to it.“Felix said his art was inspired by his connection to nature and appreciation of it that was cultivated while growing up in Coolum, close to the ocean, the national parks and the natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast.The artist and musician connected with Tewantin Bendigo Bank and their community development team which offer free community exhibitions promoting local artists.
“Extraordinary and very excitingly I will be exhibiting my art collection of 20 plus paintings throughout the month of May,“ he said
“This is a wonderful opportunity to share my creative expression with the community and to share my unique message.
“It’s wonderful that the Bank is connecting with the community this way, and they are supporting ‘You Turn’ community development support for youth.“
Felix’s exhibition will run from May 4-28 at the Tewantin Bendigo Bank.For more information visit www.felixg.art
