Ceramicist Lauren McQuade has joined the lineup of artists presenting their works at the Surf Coast Arts Trail Taster Show this weekend.
The Bellbrae artist is involved in the preview exhibition at Torquay’s HOOP Gallery, launching on Friday, July 7, from 5.30pm to 7pm before the 2023 Surf Coast Arts Trail begins on August 5 and 6.
Ms McQuade said she looked forward to being involved with the Taster Show and people seeing her ceramics.
“Living in the local area and seeing the buzz that the Trail brings around town with all the local artists opening their doors seems really special,” she said.
“It’s not often you get to see someone’s space where the magic is created, so I see it as a nice opportunity for people to come and discover where it all happens.
“I am excited to meet people who have an interest in what I do, and to come try their hand on the wheel or just pop in for a chat.”
Surf Coast Shire Councillor Rose Hodge said the Taster Show was the perfect way for people to help plan their Arts Trail weekend.
“There are a diverse range of mediums and demonstrations from painting, ceramics and textiles, to glassware, jewellery and even aerial dance performance,” she said.
“I always love getting out and about on the Trail weekend, which showcases why the Surf Coast is known as one of Australia’s top creative hotspots.”
The Taster Show will be featured at the HOOP Gallery on 77 Beach Road from July 6 to 30 from 10am to 4pm and includes the work of 45 Arts Trail artists.
