Nambour’s edgy art vibe on stage at Coat Exhibition finale

The stunning coats hit the stage to wrap up the exhibition.

Nambour is on the verge of creating an edgy art vibe according to visitors to the recently completed “Sunshine Coat” exhibition. 

The Sunshine Coat Exhibition wrapped up on Saturday night but not before hosting an electric and eclectic sold-out closing event. 

In the exhibition fine art photographer Ketakii Jewson-Brown and seamstress and musician Shaye Hardisty showcased a stunning collection of coats alongside photographic essays celebrating the richness and diversity of the town.

“The entire Old Ambulance Station gallery and Black Box theatre were overflowing with the creative community in the final hurrah of the month-long Nambour love letter through coats and photography,” said Ketakii.

Record visitors have filed through the gallery since the project opened on April 4 with many people impressed by the high standard of the artists and collaborators but also by the level of community involvement.

Div 10 Cr David Law said the “love letter for Namba” was one of the finest exhibitions seen at the Old Ambo. 

“It has captured the story of Nambour brilliantly and the closing event and runway show was incredible,” he said. 

“For those lucky enough to visit the exhibition or attend one of the associated events they will know just how good this was and how sensitively the story of Nambour was shared for all to see.  

“Those who know Nambour well know where to see these places and to find the beating heart of our town. I am sure this exhibition will go on tour perhaps even nationally.”

Another visitor to the gallery said: “Namba spirit! I love the stories and the art in Nambour, it just feels like an amazingly buzzing community and seeing that spirit in person was just phenomenal!”