INCOGNITO ART SHOW

by Claire Gilbert

With thanks to UpTown Townsville, Australia’s biggest and most inclusive art show is making its regional debut in Townsville. Over 5,000 original artworks donated by 5,000 mystery artists are up for grabs, including art by beginners, up-and-comers, and many of...

CELEBRATING 70 YEARS OF ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE IN TOWNSVILLE

by Claire Gilbert | News & Events

Townsville’s vibrant arts community will take centre stage this week as the 70th Townsville Art Society Awards marks a major milestone in the region’s cultural history. Acting Mayor Ann-Maree Greaney said since its inception in 1955, the annual awards have provided a...

ART EXPERT TAKES ON COUNCIL’S GALLERIES GIG

by Abigail Bibimauri | News & Events

      One of Australia’s most renowned artistic leaders will be taking the reins as Townsville City Council’s new Galleries Director. Dr Holly Arden will take on the top arts job at Council following successful roles running and coordinating galleries,...

LIFETIME OF CERAMICS WORKS IN NEW PTRG EXHIBITION

by Abigail Bibimauri | News & Events

One of Australia’s foremost woodfire potters is bringing more than 40 years of ceramic artworks to Perc Tucker Regional Gallery with the exhibition Len Cook: Fire and Rain. The exhibition launches Friday, May 12 and has been curated by former Perc Tucker Regional...

NEW RETROSPECTIVE SHOWCASES TOWNSVILLE ART GREAT

by Abigail Bibimauri | News & Events

A career-spanning retrospective of Townsville-based artist Robert Preston will be exhibited for the first time at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery from today.  Inner Visions: Observation, Abstraction and Imagination, 1955-2021 is the largest and most comprehensive...