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11 August, 2025
Capron’s canvas of country tales shines
The Kilcoy Courthouse Art Gallery has announced Ann Caporn as its August Artist of the Month, following July’s posthumous recognition of the late Margaret Pearson, a cherished Kilcoy Art Society Inc (KASI) member for over ten years.
Ann discovered her passion for painting at an early age. Now semi-retired and based on the Sunshine Coast, she finds time to pursue her lifelong love of art.
With extensive travels across Australia and internationally, Ann draws inspiration from personal experiences, capturing the stories and memories that shape her work.
“A painting has to tell a story” is the central theme of her August exhibition, which celebrates Australia’s diverse landscapes — from the red centre to coastal rivers.
Her paintings seek to capture the light, life, and interactions of people and animals in their natural surroundings.
“If a painting triggers a memory of time or place, I can only hope the viewer can share whatever it was that inspired me to paint it,” she said.
The Kilcoy Courthouse Art Gallery, located in Yowie Park, is open from 9am to 1pm, Thursday to Monday.
Visitors are encouraged to support Ann and enjoy her work throughout August.
The gallery also offers quarterly exhibitions, monthly Artist of the Month features, and a range of regular activities such as art workshops, Foggy Fridays, Sip and Paint sessions, and community fundraisers.
The Lakeside Deck is available for private hire.
For more information, visit www.kilcoyart.org.au or email secretary@kilcoyart.org.au.
