Artwork by an exciting emerging local artist will feature as the inaugural exhibition at Mackay’s newest Blueprint Gallery.
Artspace Mackay is proud to present Hymenophore, the debut exhibition by Liam Folie, which opened last Friday (September 5), at 9 Gregory Street in the City Centre.
Artspace Mackay Director Tracey Heathwood said Hymenophore explored Folie’s deep fascination with local fungi.
“Liam’s work focusses on the intricate structures found beneath mushroom caps – the gills, pores, teeth and folds that form the hymenophore,” Ms Heathwood said.
“This unique body of work invites viewers to look closer at the natural world and consider the hidden beauty in often-overlooked details,” she said.
The exhibition has been installed as striking vinyl drops in the shopfront windows behind the bus stop area, transforming the space into a vibrant public art experience.
Mayor Greg Williamson said Artspace Mackay’s Blueprint galleries were an exciting opportunity for emerging artists to showcase their digital art.
“This location joins existing Blueprint sites at Foodspace and Second Lane, which have already featured the works of inspiring established and aspiring digital artists,” Mayor Williamson said.
“Second Lane currently features beautiful works by the talented Venita Mooney,” he said.
“Venita’s work includes photographic landscapes significant to her and her family and the Mackay Indigenous community.
“Activating City Centre locations such as this is one of the objectives of council’s Place Strategy.
“The Place Strategy aims to bring to life and vibrancy to parts of our river front and city centre.
“This includes public art like this and activations such as City Heart Fridays.”
The exhibition launch coincides with a Public Art Walk hosted by Artspace Mackay this afternoon (Friday), celebrating the vibrant local arts scene.
Each round of Blueprint showcases five digital prints for a six-month period, providing a platform for young and emerging artists to bring their creative blueprints – the first layer of an idea – to life.
Applications for a new round of Blueprint will open in October 2025, and Artspace Mackay encourages up-and-coming artists to apply and be part of this innovative public art opportunity.
The full application criteria and an online submission form can be found at artspacemackay.com.au/blueprint
Liam Folie’s debut exhibition, Hymenophore, is featured at Mackay’s newest Blueprint Gallery on Gregory Street. The Blueprint Galleries are an opportunity for new and emerging artists to showcase their work. Photos supplied
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