The Airlie Beach Foreshore will be transformed into an oceanic dreamscape from 1 to 3 August as the Immerse Art Installation, proudly sponsored by Tassal, makes its return for the Great Barrier Reef Festival.
Spanning the length of the foreshore and centred beneath the iconic fig tree, the installation invites festivalgoers to wander through a vibrant, reef-inspired wonderland. Created by local artists using recycled plastics, materials and marine debris, the sculptures highlight both the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and the importance of protecting it.
Visitors can expect an enchanting display of sculptured sea creatures, coral forms, and glowing lanterns. The installation continues to grow each year, now extending from the much-loved ‘Great Eight’ tree to the ‘Estuary’, with mesmerising animated projections lighting up the Heart Hotel and a glowing entrance welcoming you onto the foreshore.
Immerse is brought to life thanks to the creativity and dedication of local talents including Margaret Burgess, Anita Pender, Brigitte Peel, Liz Knight, and Margie Murphy with animated projections of artists works curated by Donna Maree Robinson.
In the lead-up to the festival new artists and craftspeople get involved with the project year-on-year, sharing skills, creating new works and growing the installations footprint.
Whether you're visiting by day or experiencing the illuminated magic at night, Immerse promises a unique and unforgettable way to celebrate the reef through art, imagination, and community connection.
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