Art talk
Linda Bottari Bookbinding and Printmaking: A Journey Through Travel, Nature and Craft
Discover Linda Bottari bookbinding and printmaking at the Southern Highlands Arts Trail 2025. Explore her collagraph prints, handmade journals, and unique leather-bound books inspired by travel, tradition, and nature.
Karen Alexander Sculpture Studio: The Art of Karen Alexander
Discover Karen Alexander Sculpture Studio in Colo Vale during the Southern Highlands Arts Trail 2025. Explore Karen Alexander’s figurative and ceramic sculptures, her acclaimed Earth Watch series, and live demonstrations of the sculptural process.
Platform Art Space: Creativity as a Pathway to Wellbeing
Discover Platform Art Space – a creative wellbeing initiative by Community Links Wellbeing that transforms art into a pathway for healing, inclusion and connection. Explore how creativity fosters mental health and belonging on the Southern Highlands Arts Trail 2025.
Colour, Nature and Expression: Inside StudioMilly with Robbie Arrieula
Discover the bold and diverse works of self-taught artist Robbie Arrieula at StudioMilly, Bowral, during the Southern Highlands Arts Trail 2025. Experience vibrant colour, texture and inspiration drawn from nature, landscapes and still life.
Creative Space Community Outreach: Art, Connection and Inclusion on the Arts Trail
Discover Creative Space Community Outreach at the Southern Highlands Arts Trail 2025. Explore community art, drop-in workshops, and inclusive creative practices at the Highlands Community Centre in Bowral.
The Colours of Place: Discovering Poss Keech Art at Oakbank Studio, Burrawang
Experience Poss Keech art at Oakbank Studio, 2 George St Burrawang. Bold oil, acrylic, and mixed-media landscapes and interiors are displayed around verandahs overlooking tranquil gardens and wetlands during the Southern Highlands Arts Trail.
Nature in Sandstone: The Art of Troy Genner
The story of Nature in Sandstone begins not with a carefully laid plan, but with a spontaneous moment. For Troy Genner, what started as a simple encounter with a chisel
Small Impact Studio: The Art of Glass with Gina Fairley and Scott Chaseling
Visit Small Impact Studio Mittagong during the Southern Highlands Arts Trail. Explore the sustainable glass art of internationally awarded artist Scott Chaseling and jeweller Gina Fairley, and discover the beauty of this unique studio space.
Chris Dixon Minimbah Studio: Colour, Memory and Abstraction on the Arts Trail
Discover Chris Dixon Minimbah Studio at the Southern Highlands Arts Trail 2025. Explore Chris’s abstract and still life paintings, bead jewellery, and fibre works by guest artist Nerida Little in Bundanoon.
Robert Billington Photography: A Journey from Lens to Canvas
Discover Robert Billington photography at the Southern Highlands Arts Trail. Explore his award-winning black-and-white photography, new paintings and evolving creative practice at his Burrawang studio.
Turned Around Studio: The Woodturning Art of Michael Adamietz in Joadja
Discover Turned Around Studio at the Southern Highlands Arts Trail 2025. Explore Michael Adamietz’s woodturning, furniture restoration and sustainable timber craft plus live demos and guest makers at Minard Farm, Joadja.
Natalie Will: Stories Told Through Paint, Collage and Conversation
For Southern Highlands–based artist Natalie Will, art is more than a creative pursuit – it’s a way of connecting people through stories. Working across acrylic and watercolour painting, collage, mixed
Art in Every Sip: The Pop-Up Project Presents Kate Friesenecker & Sonja Bowden at Centennial Vineyards
Artist credit: Sonja Bowden This June and July, The Pop-Up Project is thrilled to bring together the soulful artistry of Kate Friesenecker and the precision of Sonja Bowden in an
Get to Know Your Local Gallery: The Pop-Up Project Joins Forces with the Highlands’ Creative Heart
Artist credit: Nat Will @moe.does.life This month, the Atrium at the Civic Centre in Moss Vale became a vibrant celebration of local creativity with the Get to Know Your Local
Loraine Coles: A Celebration of Art, Abstraction and Creative Passion
For local artist Loraine Coles, art is not just a form of expression—it’s a dynamic journey of movement, colour, and emotion. With her signature free-flowing marks, layered textures, and bold
Tessa Hoser: A Residency in Clay, Colour and Contrast at Centennial Vineyards
The Pop-Up Project is thrilled to announce that ceramicist Tessa Hoser will be undertaking an artist residency throughout April and May at our sponsor’s stunning location – the Centennial Vineyards
Collectors’ Corner: How to Start & Grow Your Art Collection
Artist Credit: Poss Keech Building an art collection is an exciting and deeply personal journey, whether you’re a seasoned collector or just beginning to explore the world of fine art.
Why the Southern Highlands is a Must-Visit Destination for Art Lovers
Nestled in the heart of New South Wales, the Southern Highlands beckons art enthusiasts with its harmonious blend of creativity, culinary excellence and natural splendor. This region offers a rich
Choosing the Perfect Piece of Art for Your Home:
Artist credit: Ruth WrightInstagram: @ruthwright.1671Facebook: @ruth.wright.1671 Turning a house into a home is about more than just furniture and practical decor. It’s about infusing personality and soul into your living
Why Professional Art Installation Matters
Artist credit: Rosa FedeleInstagram: @rosafedeleFacebook: @rosafedele.artist.author When it comes to showcasing your art, the way it’s displayed can make or break its impact. At The Pop-Up Project, we understand that
Become a Member of The Pop-Up Project – Membership Open for 2025!
Artist credit: ‘Cosmic Dust’ by Monique TurczynskiInstagram: @MoniqueTurczynskiFacebook: @MoniqueTurczynskiFineArt Are you an artist, creator, or passionate about your artistic journey and looking to make a mark in 2025? The Pop-Up
Spotlight on Miranda Hampson: The Human Experience in Art
‘FREN.ZI’ 76.2×76.2cm SOLD Artist credit: @miranda_hampson_art As The Pop-Up Project reflects on a vibrant year of creativity in 2024, we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on our feature artist,
2024 in Review: Celebrating a Year of Art and Community with The Pop-Up Project
Artist credit: Susan LandauInstagram: @susanlandau21 Erin Adams, founder of The Pop-Up Project in the Southern Highlands, has led a vibrant year of artistic engagement in 2024. The initiative, established in
The glimmers Within the Chaos – An Art Therapist’s Retrospective
Artist credit: Alina Camiller @44Spoons Written by Alina Camiller Art therapy comes in all shapes and sizes and as Art Therapists, we’re trained to expect the unexpected.My sessions at WAGEC
Unlocking Emotional Healing Through Art: The Power of Art Therapy
Artist credit: Miranda Hampson @miranda_hampson_art Art therapy is a unique and transformative approach to healing that blends creativity with psychological well-being. Unlike traditional therapy, where words are the primary mode
Negin Chahoud: Art, Refuge and Letters of Love
Artist credit: Negin Chahoud @negin_chahoud By The Pop-Up Project In the peaceful embrace of the Southern Highlands, artist Negin Chahoud’s journey stands as a poignant testament to resilience, identity and
Southern Highlands Arts Trail Returns for Its 14th Year in 2024
Artist credit: Miel Kroon, Studio 29 Discover Creativity and Talent in the Heart of the Highlands I Southern Highlands | 9-10 & 16-17 November 2024 The much-anticipated Southern Highlands Arts
That’s a Wrap: The 2024 June Long Weekend with The Pop-Up Project
The 2024 June Long Weekend was nothing short of spectacular for The Pop-Up Project! From June 8-10, 35 talented artists across 16 studios opened their doors to the public, creating
How art trails are building pipelines of new gallery audiences
24 Apr 2024 Written by Jo Pickup for ArtsHub Artists’ open house art trails are often very popular events in their own right. But they are also a big win
How to Select the Perfect Artistic Addition to Your Living Space
In the world of interior design, the incorporation of art serves to imbue living spaces with personality, depth, emotion and visual intrigue. As each stroke of paint or chisel mark
Art in the Southern Highlands with The Pop-Up Project
The Southern Highlands is a community naturally bursting with creative energy and in 2024, The Pop-Up Project is excited to harness that energy in a number of vibrant events. The