“FROM the Kitchen” is the latest exhibition featuring the work of Coffs Harbour Creative Arts Group (CHCAG) members.

Now on display at the Coffs Harbour Showground Gallery, the works span acrylics, watercolours, pastels, and mixed media.

“This exhibition’s ‘From the Kitchen’ theme is a departure from our stalwarts and [was] an exciting challenge for our members,” CHCAG President Sue Roberts told News Of The Area.

“I am thrilled to see how it’s been interpreted and how well the different artworks look on the gallery walls.

“Our exhibition committee has done a sterling job in presentation.”

Members and guests attended the opening where the People’s Choice winner from the previous exhibition, “Flowers and Gardens”, was announced.

Bill Bright won the popular vote with “Iridescent Irises”.

The group’s Term 1 classes started this week with most fully booked.

“I’m really looking forward to what will be on display for our Students’ Exhibition, beginning on Friday 28 March,” Sue said.

“Our tutors are experienced artists, and terrific at sharing their skills and knowledge with their students.

“Even complete beginners surprise themselves at what they can create with support and guidance.

“Our Coffs Calligraphers special interest group returned for their first class, with a fun script and an exercise in creating cute birds.

“The Friday social art group continues throughout the year, and we are planning more half, one and two-day workshops.”

“From the Kitchen” is open from Monday to Saturday, from 10am until 2pm, until Wednesday 26 March.

Entry to the Coffs Harbour Showground Gallery is free.

By Andrea FERRARI