Carolyn Barker makes jewellery with a story, wearable art with a connection to time, place and the environment. Her pieces are pure sophistication with an edge of eco. Deftly using scrubbed silver, gold, ‘shakudo’ (copper and gold), ‘shibuichi‘(copper
and silver) and other precious metals and stone, Carolyn channels inspiration from her surroundings, emphasising Australian and reclaimed materials. Japanese and European metalsmithing techniques are combined to create elegant treasures in an eye-catching palette of greys
rarely seen in western jewellery. Though much of her metalsmithing is bespoke, her collections highlight her personal practice. The pieces she makes for fun most often reflect her environment. They are personal mementos, souvenirs, curios of places
and objects that captured her attention–moments to be shared. As far as possible Carolyn works with Australian and/or recycled materials, using metals re-refined rather than newly mined, and Australian stone.
Eckart Schillings is a passionate jewellery maker who creates custom made jewellery pieces in gold, silver and platinum. Private commissions. Jewellery courses are run at the Peregian Beach Community house. See details at www.jewel-school.com
I have worked as an artist for over 30 years, and as a tutor for 20 years with adults and children, with acrylics, oils, mixed media, drawing and drawing/mixed media. I live and work at Peregian Beach at my home studio. I conduct regular workshops at Peregian
Beach Community Centre, Freestyle Escape at Dulong and my home studio at Peregian Beach. and regularly conduct workshops elsewhere in Queensland and interstate. Information regarding workshops for 2012 will appear on this Showcase - soon!
Ross Eason bases his business on one simple principle- exceeding client's expectations. He has the skill, creative confidence and work ethic to do so. Professional photography is more than owning a camera, it's about light, knowing how to control it, pushing
it to its limits to create an image that gets noticed. It's also about experience and professionalism, knowing how to work with clients and subjects to get the best value for money with the least amount of fuss.
Recently arrived on the Coast, Michael has reestablished the Sound Space, a recording studio, small PA and music event facilitation business in the Glasshouse Mountains. He is experienced in a wide range of documenting projects from live recording of orchestras, school bands and jingles, through to field recordings and the creation of soundscapes to accompany video projects. As a professional composer he has highly developed song writing and production skills.
Froyle Neideck is a contemporary visual artist, specialising in creating bold paintings of dramatic colour and rich texture. I paint what I am most passionate about, because it is this energy that creates such vibrant works of art.
Lucas Salton has blown glass for over 20 years and diversified into public art, design consultancy and placemaking three years ago. He was recently invited to present at PechKucha Brisbane, Volume 22 discussing design and public art projects he has completed
in the last three years. Presenting was both a privilege and a very successful opportunity.
Gerrard King is a painter and designer, working in a contemporary surrealist style. Thunderhead is the pseudonym he uses for his graphic arts brand. He is currently planning an exhibition of both his fine art, and graphic art, titled Thunderhead-The Art of Gerrard King, to be held at Justus Gallery Maroochydore on October 14th. He is a finalist in the 2011 Kenilworth Art Prize, for his painting "Learning To Fly".
These paintings are oil on paper or canvas and depict my interest in history, myth and spirituality and their place in landscape.
