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27 August, 2025
Trail of creativity opens its doors
Fourteen local artists from Beachmere to Bribie are opening their home studios to the public during the Bribie Art Trail’s Open Studios 2025 on Saturday and Sunday, September 13 and 14, from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
The event offers art lovers and creatives the chance to explore unique artworks in the artists’ own studios across Bribie Island and Beachmere. Attendees can chat with artists, purchase works directly, and gain insight into how the island’s landscapes and communities inspire creativity.
The trail features a mix of established and emerging artists, including the vibrant hub at Bribie Island Community Arts Centre, which will offer visual arts, crafts, and workshops. Visitors can explore the expressive works of Sabine Von Graz at Studio Alice, the large earthy oil abstractions of Glenda Charles, and the imaginative steampunk sculptures of Geoff Ginn.
Rebecca Thompson will showcase vibrant watercolours, ink, and acrylics, while award-winning waterfront artist Corinne Purcell presents a variety of indoor and outdoor pieces. Kelly Vass and Robyn Murphy at Studio 511 will feature handmade pottery and ceramics, and Tracey M. Benson’s Treecreate Studio will highlight interdisciplinary media and environmental art.
The trail also includes photography and multidisciplinary works by Kathrin Dierich, impressionistic pastels from Master Pastellist Tricia Taylor, and the fine art of Ron Bryant at Wisteria Fine Art Studio. Susan Gardner’s diverse artworks, handcrafted ceramics from Sueramics, and contemporary pieces from emerging artist Molly Galpin round out the line-up.
Organisers have created a self-guided Art Trail to help visitors plan their journey, including a stop at Café 191 in the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre, where refreshments are available to start or finish the tour.
The trail highlights a diverse range of artistic talent, with studios open for public viewing across the weekend. Visitors are encouraged to read about the participating artists on the Bribie Art Trail website and to contact them directly for private viewings outside the open weekend.
This event is a great opportunity to see behind the scenes of Bribie Island’s thriving art scene, meet the artists, and experience first-hand the creativity the island nurtures. For more information and a full list of participating artists, visit https://bribieart-trail.org/
