Art on Cairncross - Gallery News

'Rust & Lace' by Nathalie Bastier

9/8/2017

Art on Cairncross presents "Rust & Lace", an exhibition of wall-hanging assemblages by Nathalie Bastier. Predominantly pieces of rusted metal are combined and contrasted with delicate lace or other old items to create artworks of social commentary, balance and new beauty. There is humour and much to discover in each work.
The exhibition opens on Saturday August 12th at 3.00pm (all welcome) and continues until September 17th.
Proud to be part of the Sunshine Coast Horizon Festival.

Diversity of Land & Spirit - Judith Laws & Rex Backhaus-Smith

8/7/2017

Rex Backhaus-Smith and Judith Laws are leading Queensland artists and while both are greatly influenced by the landscape, they convey their visions in individually unique ways. Recent travels, including along the Don Quixote trail, have been further inspirations for their new exhibition “Diversity of Land & Spirit”. This is a visually stunning and vibrant collection of paintings, certain to bring joy.
Diversity of Land and Spirit opens on Saturday July 8th at Art on Cairncross, Maleny and continues until July 30th.
Art on Cairncross is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 5pm.
All welcome

Carnarvon Parrots by Rex Backhaus-Smith

To the Sound of Guitars by Judith Laws

'Bronzed Aussies' wildlife sculptures by Chris Gavins

10/6/2017

Chris Gavins has a passion for birdwatching – one might actually call it an obsession. He likes nothing better than driving out West and sitting quietly for hours watching all manner of native birds. These are therefore also his favourite creatures for his beautifully crafted, bronze sculptures. From small scale kookaburras to life-size rainbow bee-eaters, all his works are finely and accurately detailed, but not overworked. Despite the weight of bronze, they convey the lightness of flight or the delicacy of a tiny wren’s leg just perfectly. In this way Chris is sharing his indepth knowledge about birdlife and an added bonus from these trips has been observing lizards, which also feature strongly in his work.
Larger works also incorporate boulder opal collected from trips to Quilpie in Western Queensland.

Sunshine Coast & Beyond, watercolours by James McKay.

5/5/2017

South African born watercolourist James McKay is our feature artist for May 2017. His paintings in this exhibition feature the Sunshine Coast and a selection of subjects from around Australia, all beautifully executed and atmospheric.

ANZACS 2017 by Tom McAulay

22/4/2017

During this year's ANZAC day period Art on Cairncross is holding a feature of paintings by Queensland artist Tom McAulay.
This is a subject that has always interested Tom, not to glorify war but pay homage to those who fought and died for our freedom.
This feature runs from April 22nd to 30th at Art on Cairncross, Maleny.

'Imperfect Beauty' by Rowley Drysdale now showing at Art on Cairncross.

7/4/2017

'Imperfect Beauty' by Rowley Drysdale
April 8 to 30, 2017

Art on Cairncross presents 'Imperfect Beauty', a wood fired ceramics exhibition by Rowley Drysdale.
Rowley Drysdale has been a professional artist for over 25 years with a particular passion for wood-fired ceramics.
His new exhibition “Imperfect Beauty” explores the idea that perfection does not embody beauty, in fact it is the imperfections in things which add to their individuality and allure. From small vessels to intriguing mixed media wall hangings, these works show that beauty is often unexpected, but always inspiring.
About “Imperfect beauty”, Rowley writes;
“On page 100 of the first ceramics textbook I ever read cover to cover, author Robin Hopper
comments on differing perspectives concerning beauty. He argues it’s the imperfections, the
blemishes, on our loved ones’ faces that ultimately attract us.
I use materials and methods that, especially in my medium, don’t always run to script.
Regularly I discover the odd ones out, which take a little longer to comprehend. Perhaps initially it’s an attraction to the subversive, but I’ve noticed these works are more likely to hold one’s
attention ad infinitum than their slick counterparts.
Poet Michael Dransfield (1948-1973) stated it perfectly when he wrote “cherish your freaks and
bastards”.
Hopper, Robin. 1984. The Ceramic Spectrum. Krause. Pennsylvania.”

Exhibition of Jim Kinch's paintings at Caloundra Chamber of Commerce.

21/3/2017

Art on Cairncross is hosting an exhibition of paintings by Irish born Jim Kinch at the Caloundra Chamber of Commerce in Bulcock Street, Caloundra.
Jim loved painting people at play whether it be sport or leisure and he always captured movement in his paintings.
Sadly Jim died in late 2016 but I'm sure he would be happy with this particular exhibition of his work.
If you are a member of the Caloundra Chamber of Commerce you can visit any time during office hours. For all others we can organise a viewing for you.
Please contact Art on Cairncross on 07-54296404 for more information.

First exhibition for 2017 at Art on Cairncross, Maleny.

8/3/2017

After a busy holiday season and a refurbishment of the gallery we now have our first exhibition for 2017. John McVeigh-Brown has always painted watercolours however moving studio provided him with the opportunity to re-discover his passion for oils, particularly painted with a palette knife. This exhibition entitled 'Homelands' is the first body of work by John that includes oils and watercolours. UK born but now a long term resident in Australia, Homelands shows paintings from both his places of residence.

The exhibition is now showing and continues until March 26th.

The gallery is open from Tuesday to Sunday
from
10am to 5pm

Merry Christmas and a prosperous 2017 from Jane & Tony.

18/12/2016

Merry Christmas !
Jane and Tony would like to wish you a safe and merry Christmas and every good wish for 2017.
Our sincere thanks to you for all your continued support and we look forward to seeing or hearing from you in the coming year. This has been another year of wonderful creativity and exhibitions and naturally, we are looking forward to a very arty new year.
The gallery is OPEN as usual during the festive season,
Tuesday through Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
(CLOSED Christmas Day & Boxing Day).

Come and visit us at
3 Panorama Place, Cairncross Corner, Maleny, Qld.

We are hoping to take a break from mid-February (following a few renovations to the gallery), but will obviously keep you informed nearer that time.
We have plenty to look forward to in 2017...major exhibitions by Rowley Drysdale; Rex Backhaus-Smith & Judith Laws; Ann O'Connor & Gerry O'Connor. We shall have features of other artists throughout the year and there is always something original and new to enjoy.

There is 'Precious Little' at Art on Cairncross!

6/12/2016

We have had a very successful opening weekend for our 'Precious Little' exhibition.
It was great to see people braving the heatwave to come into the comfort of the air conditioned gallery.
So why not give away the seething masses at the shopping centre and indulge in something unique for a loved one....or even yourself.
We are continuing the 'bubbles & wrapping' right up until December 24th.
Open - Tuesday to Sunday - 10.00am to 5.00pm
All welcome!
http://www.artoncairncross.com.au/virtual-tour.html

Leather Masks are 'Taylor Made'.

6/11/2016

The latest leather masks by Michael Taylor are the feature at Art on Cairncross for November. Michael has been sculpting his unique masks since the 1970's where he began on the west coast of the USA.
Now an Australian resident Michael continues to make new designs and presents this feature of new work at Art on Cairncross. Also in this feature are 2 bronze masks. All welcome.
Gallery open
Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00am to 5.00pm
www.artoncairncross.com.au

Paintings by noted Queensland artist Nan Paterson now available for sale.

2/11/2016

A small selection of paintings and drawings by the late Nan Paterson are now available for sale through Art on Cairncross.
Nan was a highly respected Queensland artist who started her career prior to WW II in Brisbane. She then studied at the National Gallery School in Melbourne post war. After raising her family she continued her career and lived in Maleny in her later years.
The available works include those listed here on our website and a selection of others.
Please contact the gallery if you are interested in acquiring a piece of this remarkable artist's work.

http://www.artoncairncross.com.au/nan-paterson.html

Rest in Peace Jim Kinch

11/10/2016

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Jim Kinch on October 4th.
Jim was a highly talented impressionist painter with a great sense of humour.
We were fortunate to know him and regard him as a good friend.
Our condolences are with Marie and the entire Kinch family.
Rest in Peace Jim.
1939- 2016

'Animal Attraction' with Cynthia House & Deidre Ryan.

1/10/2016

'There will be Blood' by Cynthia House.

'Wish you were Here' by Deidre Ryan

Cynthia House and Deidre Ryan are the feature artists at Art on Cairncross for October 2016.
Deidre has been showing her wonderful bird paintings with contemporary backgrounds at the gallery for over 20 years.
Cynthia has recently been named 'peoples choice' at the prestigious David Shepherd International Wildlife Artist of the Year awards in London.

Cynthia House

Deidre Ryan

The exhibition will continue throughout October.
]The gallery is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00am to 5.00pm

www.artoncairncross.com.au

RIP Kevin Oxley OAM

8/9/2016

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Kevin Oxley.

Kevin was one of the most diversely talented artists we have had the pleasure of knowing.

He was a great friend to both of us.

Our thoughts and sympathies are with the entire Oxley family.

Rest in Peace Kevin
1941 - 2016

"Sublime Beauty" by Johanna De Maine has successful opening.

4/9/2016

Art on Cairncross has hosted a very successful opening of their latest exhibition by Sunshine Coast ceramic artist Johanna De Maine.
Johanna De Maine is a local ceramicist with an international reputation for her finely created porcelain artworks.
In a professional career spanning over four decades, she has been inspired by the beautiful Glasshouse Mountains environment which she uniquely depicts on skillfully thrown, carved and lustred pots.
Johanna has work collected by the National Gallery of Australia and QAGOMA. She is also in the collection of HM Queen Elizabeth II and Crown Prince Frederik and Princess Mary of Denmark.

Master Potter Rowley Drysdale opening Johanna De Maine's exhibition on Saturday September 3rd.

Part of the opening crowd.

Opening address.

"Bronze"..... a feature of our sculptors in bronze.

12/8/2016

We are featuring works in bronze by the galleries sculptors. Rhyl Hinwood, Chris Gavins, Michael Taylor, Elli Schlunke, Fiona McCarron, Rick Everingham, the late Craig Medson and introducing to the gallery, the well known sculptor Bodo Muche.
This feature is now open and continues until August 28th.
All welcome!!

"Mutual Respect" 4 artists- 50 years

14/6/2016

Four Queensland artists with over 200 years combined experience will be showing their paintings at Art on Cairncross, Maleny in an exhibition entitled “Mutual Respect”.
The artists, Rex Backhaus-Smith, Tom McAulay, Mike Nicholas and Rick Everingham have known each other for close on 50 years but have never exhibited together as a group, despite always supporting each other at their individual exhibitions over the years.
“Mutual Respect” will open at Art on Cairncross on Saturday June 25th at 3.00pm and continues until Sunday July 10th.
This is an exhibition not to be missed by anyone who has had an interest in Queensland art over the past 50 years...
Please use the contact form to contact us for more information or to attend the exhibition opening.

"Chirpy, Chirpy, Squeak, Squeak" by James L. Peterson

8/5/2016

James Lamar Peterson's quirky ceramic sculptures are our feature for May 2016. James' birds and animals all have distinct personalities and bring a smile to the viewer.
This feature runs from May 7th until May 29th. Come and enjoy...... All welcome.

"Finesse" watercolours by Tony & Dawn Lewis

21/4/2016

Art on Cairncross, Maleny is proud to host this feature of watercolours during April...

"Finesse"
by Tony Lewis and Dawn Lewis
April 5 - 30, 2016

Tony Lewis has been a professional artist for over 40 years. His remarkable control of watercolour allows him to portray light and mood brilliantly. The serenity of a rural scene or the howling winds of a blustery seascape are all
expertly conveyed and never over-worked. This skill has gained him a worthy reputation.
Dawn Lewis brings a softness to her paintings, but these are strong in result. Many of her artworks are glimpses of a larger scene, telling a story through a vignette. Recent pieces have a wonderful loose approach and still an intrigue.

ANZACS by Tom McAulay

20/4/2016

Celebrating this 100th anniversary of Anzac Day.

Art on Cairncross has a feature of paintings by Tom McAulay in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the first Anzac Day. This suite of work includes WWI & II, Vietnam and old mates reminiscing.
April 19 to 30, 2016

Cynthia House selected for prestigious international award show.

7/4/2016

Good News!
Cynthia House has been selected to exhibit in the prestigious international "Wildlife Artist of the Year".
The David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation holds this exhibition in London in June 2016.
Congratulations and good luck Cynthia

Click here to see her work.

There is "Precious Little" at Art on Cairncross during December.

7/12/2015

We have had a very successful opening weekend for our Christmas exhibition.
Precious Little showcases smaller works by all of our artists and allows our clients to indulge in unique gifts for friends, family or themselves.
The exhibition continues until December 24th.
Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 5pm.

RIP Nan Paterson

26/11/2015

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Nan Paterson.

Nan was our link to a remarkable age in Australian art.

She was a great friend to both of us.

Our thoughts and sympathies are with the entire Paterson family.

"The end of an Era"

Rest in Peace Nan
1923 - 2015

"Translucence" celebrates watercolour in November.

14/11/2015

“Translucence” showcases the work of five watercolourists who have the talent to create magnificent paintings using this notoriously challenging medium. Transparent watercolour can be soft and subtle, but equally strong in its suggestion, which allows the artist great scope when it is used skillfully. Each painter has their own approach and therefore results. James Fearnley’s intriguing layers of wash; Tony Lewis’ mastery of light; John McVeigh-Brown’s rhythmical landscapes; James McKay’s implied details and Dawn Lewis’ softly mesmerizing scenes. These are artists who respect the possibilities of watercolour and know how to use it to its fullest potential.

Dawn Lewis

James McKay

James Fearnley

John McVeigh-Brown

Tony Lewis

Translucence continues until Sunday November 29th.
The gallery is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00am to 5.00pm.

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