Local Artist Opens Studio To The Public

Local art lovers can now view Jim Hansen's collection of artworks at his newly opened IONA Art Gallery on Flinders Parade.

I am fortunate to have a fairly spacious studio at home and decided to set up a gallery as well to exhibit my artworks,� he said.

Jim's main artistic interest is landscape painting, and he works in acrylics, watercolour and gouache. The addition of a gallery allows visitors to view his artworks, many of which have been inspired by local scenery and landscape.

I take pride in the Sandgate area and hope that some of my paintings of the local scenery will inspire people to explore our diverse local landscapes,� Jim said. My artworks may also inspire others to take up painting and interpret the area as they see it.�

Jim said that local connection to art was important now more than ever.

In such stressful times, art can take the viewer to a more peaceful place and encourage people to express their own individuality,� he said. Also, community projects like the murals on the retaining walls of the Sandgate State School enliven the local environment and represent the character of the area.�

Book your visit by calling 0408 190 549 or for more information go to www.jimhansen-art.com