The first creative local to occupy the Gallery Container located in the Toukley Village Green in the 2023-24 Creative Spaces program line-up is sculptor David Hough.
Hough’s sculptures and a variety of his other work has been skilfully curated to showcase his talent and creativity.
He will also be creating sculptural pieces throughout his residency until November 22.
Council Director of Community and Recreation Services Melanie Smith said the Coast was home to a vibrant community of artists and creatives, and this program continued to provide opportunities for them to showcase their talents.
“The Creative Spaces program is really vibrant and dynamic,” she said.
“I encourage everyone to visit Creative Spaces in Toukley’s Village Green to explore and meet and greet David Hough during his residency, in particular to hear the stories behind each piece.
“You can also try your hand at sculpting your own piece.
“The first 100 visitors will have the opportunity to get their hands dirty and try out sculptural clay play for free held each Sunday with guided sessions by the artist himself until November 22.”
Smith said Hough would be the first in a “fantastic” line up of creatives to host activities in the Gallery Container in the Toukley Village Green during the 2023-24 program.
“(They) will positively contribute to the cultural life and increase visitation to Toukley for the benefit of local business,” she said.
Council Administrator Rik Hart said Creative Spaces had always been supported by the Central Coast, home to some of the county’s top creatives, from sculptors to painters, ceramicists, and designers.
“The program has proven to be really important in developing and supporting people working in the creative industries, also highlighting the value they add to the local economy on the Coast,” he said.
To learn more about each of the creatives set to be involved with Creative Spaces, and view the program for 2023-24 visit lovecentralcoast.com/creative-spaces
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Central Coast Council