Emerging Artist Display
6 January - 2 February

A display of local emerging artists showcasing original works in a variety of mediums.

Emerging artists on display include:
Potters: Meg Christiansen & Trudy Horniblow
Painters: Azaria Wigley-Gill, Courtney McCullough & Pauline Collins

People Exhibition
17 February - 14 March
Open to All Artists | All Mediums

This exhibition explores the unique character, personality and energy of people. Artists and creators are invited to submit artworks in any medium that reflect the individuality and diversity of the theme. At work, at play, at rest, people offer an endless source of creative inspiration.

Artists: Download the entry form here.
Entries Close: 3 February
Artwork Delivery: 11 February & 15 February
Exhibition Opening Night: 17 February (Click to Book)

FOCUS Photography Exhibition & Awards
17 March - 25 April
Open to All Photographers

The FOCUS Photography Exhibition & Awards is our annual community photographic exhibition. Open to photographers of all ages and skill levels, this family-friendly community exhibition showcases an array of diverse images from amongst a number of different categories. Individual award prizes are generously sponsored by Mission Beach businesses.

Earth & Fire Exhibition
28 April - 23 May
Open to All Artists

The Earth & Fire Exhibition will feature a unique and diverse selection of original works inspired by or incorporating the elements of ceramics, glass, wood, mosaic and/or metal.

Artists: Download the Call for Entries & Entry Form here
Entries Close: 14 April
Artwork Delivery: 22 April & 26 April
Exhibition Opening Night: 28 April (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)

Roots and Culture - A Journey from Cuba to Australia
Pabel Sánchez Reyes and Dee Sheehan - A Collaboration
26 May - 13 June

This is a story of two people who fell in love on the shores of Cuba and let their love guide them to the tropical shores of FNQ where they now call home, working and raising their beautiful daughter.

Pabel has been a sculptor working with wood for twenty five years. His work is inspired by his Afro-Cuban roots and now also by the beauty of Australia’s tropical Far North. Dee is an Irish graphic artist and this is their first joined exhibition, showcasing Pabel's sculptures and Dee’s photographic journey through Cuba. We hope you enjoy our exhibition and that it will fill your hearts with love and a taste of Cuba.

Exhibition Opening Night: 26 May (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)

Get on Board Exhibition
16 June - 18 July
Open to All Artists | All Mediums

A collection of original works – limited size, unlimited inspiration

Artists are invited to ‘Get on Board’ and enter works created on an A4 size plywood project board (supplied). The project board can serve as the backing (or canvas) for 2D works or the base for 3D sculptural pieces. This exhibition is open to artists of all ages for original artworks in any medium.

Artists: Download the Call For Entries & Entry Form here
Entries Close: 2 June
Artwork Delivery: 10 June & 14 June
Exhibition Opening Night: 16 June (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)

green-wood
a fresh new season
21 July - 15 August

green-wood is the latest showcase of unique original works by six North Queensland artists (Pete Faulkner, Carol Giuliany, Lynda Hannah-Williams, Bruce Parry, S. Pullman and Patricia Voltz), known collectively as the "green" painters. Formed in 2010, this group has exhibited on four previous occasions at Mission Arts. A range of diverse painting styles, techniques and mediums (oil, acrylic and watercolour) will be used to express various themes. For additional information on the "green" painters & the green-wood exhibition, click here.

Exhibition Opening Night: 21 July (Download the Invitation here or Click to Book)

Mission Arts Anniversary Awards Exhibition
18 August - 26 September
Open to All Artists | All Mediums

Since opening its doors to the community in 2011, Mission Arts has showcased the works of talented local & regional artists in an annual awards exhibition. Prized awards, made possible through corporate sponsorships and contributions by local businesses and individuals, are extended to artists in various categories. This year's awards, valued at $3800, will be given in 2D, 3D, Ceramics and Youth (18 and Under) categories. The Cassowary Coast Artist Award and Open Award will also be awarded by our highly-regarded Judge with a People's Choice Award announced at the close of the exhibition.

The 2023 Mission Arts Anniversary Awards Exhibition is presented by the Mission Beach Community Arts Centre and made possible through the generous contributions of major exhibition sponsor Bendigo Bank and our other award & supporting sponsors.

Artists: Download the Call for Entries & Entry Form
Entries Close: 4 August
Artwork Delivery: 12 August & 16 August
Exhibition Opening Night: 18 August (Download the Invitation or Click to Book)
Winner's Announcement: Download the Award Winners

Emerging Artist Exhibition
29 September - 24 October

A display of local emerging artists showcasing original works in a variety of mediums. Emerging artists include those who are 18 years of age or under (or a student), those who have been working at their art practice for less than 5 years or artists who have not held a solo exhibition or won a prize in a major competition.

Artists: Download the Call for Entries & Entry Form
Entries Close: 15 September
Artwork Delivery: 23 September & 27 September
Exhibition Opening Night: 29 September (Download the Invitation or Click to Book)
View the Exhibition

Journey
The Art of Rose Knight - Solo Exhibition
27 October - 14 November

Spanning travels from South to North and West Queensland, "Journey" is an artist's visual response to the landscapes encountered. Places of powerful energy that have left an elemental impression captured in oils. Homage to our beaches, rainforests, savannah and beyond.

Exhibition Opening Night: 27 October (Download the Invitation or Click to Book)
Artist Demos: 4 November & 11 November (11am-1pm).
No booking required. Gold coin donation suggested.
View the Exhibition

See more about Rose Knight, her art and her inspiration here.

Christmas in the Gallery

17 November - 2 January

 

Artists, Creators and all makers of Christmas magic are invited to submit small giftable works of art for this year’s Christmas in the Gallery, a combined Gallery and Shop offering of lovingly handcrafted affordable art, inspired and created by talented area artists and especially suited for Christmas gift giving!

 

Artists: Download the Call for Entries

Artwork Delivery: Mondays & Thursdays 11am - 1pm from 16 October or by appointment by calling Carol Giuliany on 0438 688 594.
Opening Night: 17 November (Download the Invitation or Click to Book)