PBEAT2025 Free Fibre Art Workshops
PBEAT2025 is excited to have Fiona Gavino as our inaugral "artist in residence". Fiona is a WA artist who explores the potential of using natural and repurposed materials to create innovative sculptures and installations. Fiona has recently exhibited at Sculpture by the Sea. Fiona will run free open community workshops demonstrating how she creates her amazing woven sculptures. You may contribute to her installation for PBEAT2025 during the workshop sessions 2-4pm on 15, 16 and 22 March 2025. Fiona will be assisted by the PBEAT2025 local emerging artist - Anna Francesca Seymour. The artist in residence and local emerging artist positions have been made possible by Central Coast Council's "Creative Art Central" program. Please RSVP to help with management of the workshops HERE.
Invitation to the Opening of PBEAT2025 - A Harmony Week Event
All are invited to the Opening of the 4th Environmental Art Trail at the Pearl Beach Arboretum – @PBEAT2025. on Sunday 23 March from 1pm to 5pm. The event will also be a celebration of Harmony Week 2025 and will feature local live global music including some asian fusion pieces arranged by Andrew Alter and some celtic music by Phil and Lynne Rich. A highlight will be a special performance by the graduate dance students from NAISDA - Australia’s leading arts training organisation providing nationally accredited qualifications specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people. The winning entries of PBEAT2025 will also be announced by our adjudicator Anne Flanagan, Life Governor, Art Gallery of NSW. Please let Di Swalwell know if you will be attending by the 17 March events@pearlbeacharboretum.org.au .
Get you PBEAT2025 EOIs in!
EOIs for all other art installations from individuals, groups, community organisations and schools close Monday 10 February 2025. PBEAT provides a venue for artists to create inspiring temporary public art that promotes nature conservation, supports community identity, and increases cultural vibrancy on the NSW Central Coast. The theme for PBEAT2025 is "#harmonythroughnature". Schools, community groups and artists are now invited to propose installations inspired by the natural environment. The EOI form can be found HERE.
New Sensory Garden Planting - Help Wanted
Please come and help plant out the Arboretum's new Sensory Garden at our next working bee on Sunday 16 February 2025. The planting will be followed by a delicious morning tea at 11am followed by a meet and great with the PBEAT2025 Artist in Residence, Fiona Gavino. All are welcome - you do not need to be a member. Email if you have any queries contact@pearlbeacharboretum.org.au .
Opera in the Arboretum
Saturday 29 March 2025 3:00 - 5:00 PM. Spend and afternoon in a beautiful native bushland setting, featuring a world class line up of opera stars.This event is self-catering (BYO) – bring your picnic lunch, wine and chairs and sit back for a lovely afternoon.Opera in the Arboretum is an annual charity event organised by the Rotary Club of Woy Woy in association with the Central Coast Conservatorium of Music and other social and community groups on the Central Coast. More infomration and bookings are available via this LINK. Come early and vote for the PBEAT2025 people's Choice Award!
Adult Painting Class in the Arboretum with Marijke Greenway Sunday 13 April 2025
Marijke Greenway is a well known Pearl Beach Artist with 40 years experince and many solo and group exhibitions under her belt. Marijke will lead a 3 hour adult painting workshop (maximum 20 people) in the Aboretum. Canvas and acrylic paints provided, but feel free to bring your own materials. Limited places! Get tickets HERE.
Pearl Beach Art Fair Easter Saturday
Save the Date! The Pearl Beach Artists will run an Art Fair in the Arbroetum on Easter Saturday 19 April 2025, 10am to 4pm. After a visit to the Pearl Beach Book Fair and refreshments in the Pearl Beach Hall, make your way to the Arboretum to sample the wonderful art, jewllery and craft produced in Pearl Beach. At the same time you can view PBEAT2025!
