THE ARTS
HAYLEY GILLESPIE
ARTIST
A Very
Arty
Christmas
The sound of jingle bells are here again!
However, the closest thing Cairns will
get to a white Christmas is the snowy air
conditioning at the Cairns Regional Gallery.
These school holidays, the Gallery will be
hosting a range of kids workshops. Working
with a wide range of practicing artists from
our region, your kids are offered the best
teachers to pass on skills and tools for
creative learning. This also means your
children can make some of the Christmas
presents under the tree, and give you some
timeout for a peaceful look around the
gallery.
Currently exhibiting is the Doug Moran
National Portrait Prize exhibition and Joanna
Roberts beautiful laminate, aluminium and
acrylic works of botanical wonders.
As part of this exciting exhibition, Madame
Lark, accompanied by her musical saw, is
sharing her own unique vocal interpretation
of shapes and forms in Joanna Roberts
Synthetic Biota Exhibition. The Multitalented
Australian artist Christine Johnston (best
known as one third of The Kransky Sisters)
will delight all ages with her harmonious
symphony of ridiculousness.
Have you ever thought of buying a piece of
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art for someone? This doesn’t have to cost
a fortune. Why not contacting your favourite
local artist and discuss your needs and your
budget. You can commission a unique piece
as a gift, and by offering information to the
artist, they make a work that is personal and
meaningful for your family or friends. You
can find most artists contact details through
simply googling their name.
So many of our local performing artists
will be showcased at Cairns Carols by
candlelight, our own unique Christmas
gathering. This is held on Sunday 11th
December at 6.30pm at Fogarty Park. It’s
always an event not to be missed.
Art classes and sessions also make a special
“experience” gift - rather than just another
“thing” under the tree. You never know what
doors this could open up for future interests,
confidence building or just making friends.
New Years Eve will be another magical
experience, incorporating live musical
performances, fun family activities all
brought together with a Mad Hatters Tea
Party feel.
So, please, have a very merry Christmas and
the happiest New Year.