Creativity Abounds!: Arcadian Artists Trail 2023
Where do artists get their inspiration and what drives them to create? A sneak peek into the lives of over 35 Artists will be available 11 and 12 November when 6 rural studios open their doors and display the talents of many wonderful artisans. All are remarkable individuals whose enthusiasm and passion have set the […]
Galston Concerts are ‘Spreading the Word’
The Galston Concerts program planner Robert Harris enjoys ‘spreading the word’ to Hills and Hawkesbury residents. “We want to be sure that audience numbers continue to grow so we’re always happy to meet with local groups to share the news of future concerts.” “The next concert on 10 September presents WorldWinds, a program for flute, […]
Castle Hill Art Society
SUNDAY 23RD JULY WORKSHOP 10AM-3PM Paint Where We Live – Kevin Mckay (In Oils Or Acrylics) Kevin McKay is an urban landscape painter who works en plein air and in the studio. Kevin will help you construct a painting of the places you know with reference to your photos and contemporary artists working in this […]
Archibald Exhilaration
I am beyond privileged to hang as an Archibald prize finalist for 2023. I have had the extreme pleasure of painting one of the most important people on the planet, in Professor Michelle Simmons AO FRS, FAA, FAAAS, FAPS, FTSE, FInstP, Dist FRSN, 2018 Australian of the Year — a bonafide national treasure! Michelle is […]
Rotary Club West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook
Our Club was involved in three Anzac services this year; Hornsby RSL, West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook Lions Club, and the Rotary Club of Beecroft. A very successful Bunnings BBQ was held at Castle Hill on 15 April with proceeds going to the Nusa Tengarra Association, to support communities in East Indonesia. On 28 April […]
Hornsby Art Prize 2023 – Entries Open 5 June
Hornsby Shire Council invites entries for its popular national art competition, the Hornsby Art Prize, from 5 June. The well-recognised annual event promotes and celebrates Australian Contemporary Art. The 13th Hornsby Art Prize is open to all visual artists living in Australia. Artists are invited to submit works in the following categories: Painting, Drawing, Printmaking, […]
Castle Hill Art Society
DEMONSTRATION – SATURDAY 10TH JUNE 2.30PM TANYA BAILY – “EXPRESSIVE WATERCOLOURS” Tanya is an award-winning artist working exclusively in transparent watercolour across a range of subjects. She won the National Watercolour Prize in 2019 and is an elected member of the Australian Watercolour Institute. Tanya exhibits in Australia and internationally. With reference to two or […]
Castle Hill Players Presents 33 Variations
A Quest Driven by Passion Castle Hill Players presents 33 VARIATIONS AT THE PAVILION THEATRE FROM 2 – 24 JUNE 2023 Written by Moises Kaufman and directed by Jennifer Willison Following on the back of two successful show with many sold out performances, Castle Hill Players returns with its third offering for 2023, a heartbreakingly […]
Westside Vibe Returns in May
Hornsby Shire Council’s popular laneway festival Westside Vibe returns to Hornsby’s west side on Friday 5 May, taking you on a sensory journey of taste, sounds and atmosphere. Eye catching decorations will transform the area around Hornsby’s Dural Lane into a vibrant party venue for one night. Hornsby Shire Mayor Philip Ruddock is looking forward […]
Enter Remagine Waste and Environmental Art Prize
Local and national artists have less than two months to enter Remagine, Hornsby Shire Council’s waste and environmental art prize. With a total prize pool of $11,000, entries close on 26 April 2023. Hosted by Hornsby Shire Council in partnership with the Hornsby Art Society since 2009, the Remagine Art Prize challenges artists to create […]
