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Last Updated: Thursday, 08 June 2023 12:05

Published: Thursday, 08 June 2023 11:55

The treasured native birds found in forests and bushland around Crows Nest are the subject of Shani White’s new exhibition, Flock Together.

Shani’s collection of miniature painted artworks of birds that are native to the area will be displayed at the Crows Nest Gallery until June 25, 2023.

Shani’s expressive painting style uses brush strokes and colour to bring attention to the birds’ feathers and characteristics.

Each painting contains gold leaf embellished in the background or the plumage of the birds to portray a jewel or prize-like finish to the works.

Familiar areas such as Crows Nest National Park, Hampton, Cabarlah, Ravensbourne National Park, and the three surrounding lakes are all home to various species of birds.

The Atlas of Australian Birds lists more than 300 species of birds in the Region, almost half of the total for mainland Australia.

Shani’s exhibition draws attention to the area’s natural beauty and invites viewers to appreciate their natural surroundings and the abundant and beautiful bird life that adds colour and a musical soundtrack to our daily lives.

The exhibition’s Artist Talk is on Sunday, June 11 at 11am.

This is a free event and no bookings are required.

For more information, please see: Exhibition | Flock Together - Shani White

Enquiries about the exhibition can be directed to Crows Nest Gallery on (07) 4698 1687 or crowsnestart@tr.qld.gov.au

Crows Nest Gallery, at the corner of the New England Highway and William Street is open from 10.30am to 3.30pm Wednesday to Sunday. It is closed on Monday, Tuesday and public holidays.

Image: Shani WHITE / Gold prize 2022 / acrylic & 24kt gold leaf on cradled timber board / 20 x 20cm / © Shani White