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Local Artists

Frank Howard

Frank Howard has been an enthusiastic admirer of art from a young age. Since picking up the brush, he has sought to convey his impressions of reality through his paintings. We find out about his latest exhibition.

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Leah-Nicole Torbay

Leah-Nicole Torbay is a talented local artist whose work has been recognised in some of the most prestigious forums around the country. She talks to Kim Gould about the joy of finding herself through art, by breaking all the rules and helping others to do the same.

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Angus Nivison

Walcha Artist Angus Nivison is a highly celebrated painter who likes to express emotion through his paint brush. He has won many awards, including the prestigious Wynne Prize for his painting called ‘Remembering Rain’.

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Hayley Ward

Hayley Ward is a talented local artist who’s work includes Encaustic or hot wax painting. A technique lost during the middle ages and only rediscovered in the eighteenth century

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Julia Hardman

Julia Hardman is showcasing her latest works at Gallery 126. Her inspiration came from visiting countries such as as Austria, Croatia and Sweden.

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David Mackay

David Mackay is recognised as one of the best botanical artists in the world. Botanical artist David Mackay showcases his stunning works locally at Gallery 126.

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James White

Artist James White’s creativity finds expression in many surprising ways.

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Andrea Gledhill

Andrea Gledhill moved her family to Armidale from Sydney ten years ago to start a new life. The former curator of the New England Regional Arts Museum shares her diverse career in the creative arts world and her new venture.

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Sheree Roberts

Sheree Roberts’ paintings are developed from sketchings. Creating art is an addiction that combines both simplicity and spontaneity, the results of which can be seen in her upcoming exhibition at Gallery 126.

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Robyn Jackson

Drawing and painting have been a life long passion for Robyn Jackson, Robyn’s unique style is showcased in her exhibition at Gallery 126.

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