Creative Generation puts young artists in the spotlight

Emerging young artists will take centre stage when ‘Creative Generation’ opens at the Hervey Bay Regional Gallery this weekend, celebrating the creativity and ideas of Fraser Coast senior high school students.

Fraser Coast Deputy Mayor and Arts spokesperson Cr Sara Diana Faraj said Creative Generation showcases the depth and diversity of visual art education in the region, with the free exhibition running from 4 October to 16 November.

“This exhibition captures the creativity and passion of our local senior high school students,” Cr Faraj said.

“It’s inspiring to see such diversity of ideas and technical skill, and to know that the Fraser Coast is nurturing young artists who will shape the cultural life of our community for years to come.”

The Creative Generation Excellence Awards in Visual Art exhibition presents a wide range of mediums and subjects important to young Queensland artists.

Art lovers can also enjoy a rich mix of free exhibitions now on display at Gatakers Artspace in Maryborough, including:

• Twenty25 – St Mary’s College
  A vibrant display of artworks by Year 7 to 12 students, officially opening Friday 10 October at 6pm with live music and hospitality by St Mary’s students.
• Spice of Life 2 – John Leyland
  Colourful paintings that transform everyday subjects into extraordinary compositions of light, form and colour.
• Antarctic: Going, Going, Gone? – Mick Brennan
  Mixed media and photography inspired by the artist’s 2022 journey to Antarctica, reflecting on the continent’s fragile beauty.

“These exhibitions, which will all be on display until 2 November, highlight the depth of creative talent across our region and beyond - from local students to nationally and internationally recognised artists,” Cr Faraj said.

The ‘Creative Generation’ exhibition will be officially launched at the Hervey Bay Regional Gallery, 166 Old Maryborough Road, Pialba, on Saturday 4 October at 12pm, when award recipients will be announced.

The winning artworks will go on to be displayed at the Queensland Art Gallery/Gallery of Modern Art in Brisbane.

For full exhibition details and opening hours, visit www.ourfrasercoast.com.au

Image: Halle Bryant (Aldridge State High School), A Question of Meaning on the Death-bed of Life, digital illustration, 59.4cm x 84.1cm x 5cm