Now Showing in the Gallery

Its a small world with palette, knife and brush
Naomi Trotter

The Gallery are very proud to present what is expected to be the last exhibition by popular local art identity Naomi Trotter.   Naomi has produced a collection of 55 landscapes, portraits, narrative and nature studies in only six months. 

Blue Skies, Nothing but Blue Skies
Ray O'Brien and Linda Stewart

This exhibition is a collaborative project by two past Warwick Daily News Award winners—Linda Stewart and Ray O’Brien

"The inspiration for this exhibition began early this year when two friends met for one of their regular coffee meets. Having both been through difficult times of recent they had a vision to create an exhibition that would reflect “a new start.” The images would be calm and reflective with a bright day to look forward to, hence the title Blue Skies.

Paintings from both artists reflect an appreciation of the beauty that surrounds us everyday. Important aspects of Ray’s work are his figures, which are his affirmation of the importance of good friends, and how much they can help us through difficult times. His seascapes are of Sydney’s Balmoral Beach (NSW) and the Queensland Sunshine Coast. Linda’s paintings are landscapes of our local area.

Australia is a land of contrasts—her beauty can be inspirational but her unforgiving climate can just as easily plunge you into the depths of despair. When this turns to depression the consequences can be devastating to the sufferers and their families. This exhibition is an attempt to draw awareness of the high incidence of depression within our community.

There is hope. A long walk on the beach, a drive in the country or a chat with a friend can sometimes help one begin to find that elusive light at the end of the tunnel."  (Linda Stewart 2008)