Nicole's works reflect a curious attachment to times past and things lost, an increasing frustration with the waste of modern society and a healthy obsession with liquid nails. Art inspired by environmental concerns and linked through the use of locally-sourced recycled materials and found objects.

The Creative Spaces program provides an opportunity for local creatives to utilise the Gallery Container located in the Toukley Village Green in the heart of the Toukley town centre to host exhibitions, workshops and installations.

Stop for a coffee at the Toukley Art Gallery, a community space featuring artworks by local Central Coast artists who are members of Toukley And Districts Art Society Inc. The art and unique pieces of handcrafted giftware are all locally produced and changed bi monthly for new work. 

Meet Shellie, a sculptor and ceramicist expressing a soul connection with the land through earth-inspired forms with natural elements found in the local bushland and coastline.

Clare Peters Art Glass is a working and teaching studio nestled in the beautiful Fountaindale Valley. She has a passion for teaching, encouraging and supporting students to develop their own creativity and skill. Winning major national and international awards, Clare welcome you to her studio.

Come and explore this volunteer run space for silverwork, gems and minerals, beading, enamelling, carving, casting, and faceting enthusiasts. Skilled tutors provide opportunities to learn new skills and explore creativity in a friendly and social environment.  

Meet the creators and see demonstrations by the Central Coast Woodturners which was formed in 1985 by a group of enthusiasts, to promote the art of woodturning and relative crafts such as scroll sawing, woodcarving, pyrography and toy making.   

Meet John in his gallery and studio, and view his extensive collection of sculptures.  A sculpture for 40 years, you can expect to see works in a range of materials including sandstone, marble, timber, bronze, plaster, steel, concrete and paper.

Meet Jane Gilliangs at her studio in Avoca Beach. She is a multidisciplinary artist with work ranging from large-scale sculptures to tiny Christmas ornaments, with all the creativity in between!  

Visit Janet in her studio and learn about her drawing, which is the foundation to her art practice. This is due to the sensation of a tactile connection created when interpreting the subject matter.

Maksim is a figurative sculptor. Through his work, he explores deep, often existential questions and  sees human life as a series of emotional states shaped by spiritual experiences.

Explore the diversity of works and items produced by local creatives. Established in 1972, by 3 local potters, The Mouse Hole is an ecclectic space supporting local potters, artists and craftspeople. 

Come and meet Suzie, an impressionist artist that is inspired by the beauty of the coast, in particular the ocean. Known for bringing paintings to life with texture, light and movement.

Visit Dave Charles in his light and airy space near the beach at Copacabana, where he displays his artworks and conducts art classes for all levels of ability.

A diverse group of artisans from painting and jewellery to quilting and pottery. The work reflects a blend of individual voices and common values: creativity and inclusion.

A painter/sculptor who works in a home-based purpose built painting and sculpture studio in Ettalong Beach. See a series of sculpture/assemblages and oil paintings currently being developed for an upcoming solo show at Studio Gallery Sydney late August.

Sandy is a multidisciplinary artist influenced by Fine Arts and graphic art training where photography, drawing, painting and block printing are inspired by an intimate connection to place.

Liz is an established jewellery-maker, mask-maker and visual artist specialising in works on paper, using pen, ink and acrylic paint.

Since 2013, KAB Gallery has become a beacon for art lovers, collectors, and investors alike. Come and see local art along with an 'meet the artist' event.

Explore a curated collection of paintings, drawings, ceramics, printmaking, sculpture, and photography. Visitors can often meet a resident artist working onsite, offering a unique chance to watch creativity in motion and connect with the artistic process.

Meet Cheryl a watercolour artist known for her loose and impressionistic style. She explores a wide range of subject matter including still life, seascapes, landscapes, travel sketching and portraiture.

Come into the studio and meet Chris Pothof, a wood carver and tool designer who facilitates a range of wood carving workshops and classes.     

Step inside this vibrant community of 98 members, including artists, designers, crafters, and arts workers offers opportunities for artistic development, skill sharing, and community engagement across diverse disciplines and experience levels. Through workshops, exhibitions, and events, the Makers Studio inspires participation and nurtures emerging talent.

Come and see the artists at work at the Central Coast Art Society. Founded in 1971, hosts two exhibitions annually, offering artists a platform to showcase their work. Weekly paint-outs, monthly workshops, and social outings, are a key component to enriching the community's creativity.

Take a glimpse behind the scenes at the Central Coast Bonsai Club. Meet the artists and learn how Bonsai combines artistic skill and horticultural knowledge with a good measure of patience. A bonsai artist works over many years and uses many techniques to create the various elements of the bonsai so that it is in proportion and mimics the stature and grace of a mature tree.

Come and get your hands dirty and meet the ceramists who make this space thrive. Central Coast Potters Society (CCPS) is a non-profit, community organisation of like-minded artists who love clay. With 140 members, these artists have learnt the art of wheel throwing, hand building and sculpture. 

Immerse yourself with a collective of fibre and textiles arts that bring together people with a love of creativity.   Witness spinning, weaving, felting, knitting, crochet, embroidery, patchwork and quilting.

Penelope Jayne invites you to her studio. She is a multidisciplinary artist working in oil painting and ceramics, and draws on mythology, nature, and the feminine spirit. With a focus on beauty, symbolism, and soulful expression, each piece becomes a soulful invitation into light, texture, and meaning.

Meet Bronwen who is part of the Artists of Narara. Bronwen along with other artists will be sharing a diverse range of disciplines including sculptures, printmaking, painting and ceramics. As an introduction to the space, a still life demonstration will be delivered throughout the weekend. 

Meet Linda, a multidisciplinary artist whose discipline covers pottery, clay, metal, rope and gourd carving and more. Her hobbit style art studio has received much attention, and will be one of the venues at Narara Ecovillage to display our art.

Kim Rowley invites you into Shabby Shac Studio. A small, artisan studio with a passion for bespoke, sustainable, intentional designs, with products that are reminiscent of the Australian landscape. While you are there book a watercolour journalling and textile workshop. 

Meet visual artist Kim Lawsom, who uses vintage, recycled reclaimed materials to create playful poignant and quirky thought-provoking narratives. Each piece beckons you to look closer, to see beyond the surface and to embrace an environmental conscience. Through the lens of assemblage, Kim offers a glimpse into a world where every discarded fragment holds potential. 

Meet Minka Gillian as she welcomes you to her studio where you will see handwoven sculptures made from reclaimed materials. Using recycled wire, beads, netting, and domestic remnants, which result in soft and immersive sculptures. Each piece becomes a quiet act of resistance against disposability, celebrating repair, transformation, and the tactile intelligence of the hands.