Council has commissioned 15 artists to create the environmental art installations in this year’s Floating Land festival.

The array of pieces will be displayed along Noosa River between Tewantin and Noosa Woods.

Manager of Libraries and Galleries, Kerri Contini, said some of the artists were well known to Floating Land, while for others, 2017 would be their first Floating Land event.

“Floating Land is an integral part of Noosa Council’s events calendar and it highlights the intricate and often thought-provoking relationship between art and the environment,” Ms Contini said.

"In creating each piece, the artists must respond to an environmental theme and ensure the techniques and materials they use are environmentally sensitive.

“We aim to make an impression on the people who observe the art, but leave no mark on the environment.”

Artists will use a variety of mediums as they respond to this year’s ‘lost and found’ theme.

“Artists have responded in a variety of ways in creating their works: reflecting on lost species and cultures or celebrating found objects and new technology, or the rediscovery of traditions,” Ms Contini said.

“We hope the high quality range of artistic talents will delight visitors and stimulate discussion.”

This year’s event will be particularly exciting with a diverse public program featuring community events, artist talks, public workshops, children’s activities and the launch of a digital app.

“The app will give visitors a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between the environment around them and the digital realm,” Ms Contini said.

Floating Land is a biennial arts festival of exhibitions, events and workshops in nature about nature, the highlight of which is the sculptures created in outdoor natural settings.

The twelve successful artworks will be on display from September 23 to October 2.

2017 Floating Land ‘Lost and Found’ artists:

· Donna Davis - Networking

· Shona Wilson - Visible Invisible

· Miles Allen - Fish Out Of Water

· Elizabeth Poole - Regeneration Celebration

· Jim and Judy Barrass - Against The Tide

· Yanni Van Zijl - Seek

· Rene Bahloo - Through the Hollow Log

· Kris Martin and Simon McVery - Castaway

· Corrie Wright and Tamara Kirby - Seamline

· Gemma Wright - Continuum Effectum

· Pam Walpole - Treescape

· James Muller - Rain Song & Glossy Black

For more information visit the Floating Land webpage: www.noosa.qld.gov.au/floating-land

The entries for Artcycle 2017 are now closed. We received a tremendous amount of entries with some really exciting pieces. Stay tuned for the annoucement of the winning entries.

We have had a great response for commissioned artwork for Floating Land 2017 with a broad range of submissions received, both from artists who have previously exhibited in Floating Land and from new artists aspiring to be represented in this important festival. The curatorial team are now in the process of reviewing all submissions to develop an inspiring array of works responding to the "Lost and Found" theme. A list of the successful artists will be released in early July.

The Floating Land team would like to take this opportunity to extend a warm thank you to all those who submitted an expression of interest.

ArtCycle Prize 2017

A Community Art Exhibition and Competition Inspired by Council’s Towards Zero Waste strategy.

Entries are currently being sought for the ArtCycle Prize .
ArtCycle is an art competition organised by Noosa Council and Noosa Regional Gallery.
Final artworks will highlight the creative ability to discover a new future for household items that have served their initial purpose. ArtCycle aims to raise awareness of Noosa Council’s tip shop and resource centres across the Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay regions. Original works of art, sculpture, assemblage and jewellery or functional accessories are eligible to enter. Artworks must be made from reused &/ recycled materials and must demonstrate a high level of creative proficiency. Entries close Monday 24th July 2017.

The Winner will be selected by the community via a People’s Choice process.
There are three cash prizes to be won.
1st Prize $2000, 2nd Prize $1500 and 3rd $500.
Shortlisted artworks will be exhibited at a Noosa Regional Gallery from 9th September – 15th October 2017.

Entry fee $30 per entry

For more information please read the ArtCycle Prize Terms and Conditions

Official Entry Form ArtCycle Enter Here

Cover image:
Alison McDonald,Gyre,(detail),2012, found objects. Image: Courtesy the artist and Pinnacles Gallery Townsville

At March's Noosa Council meeting, Councillors considered a report into the options for delivering Floating Land in 2017 and committed their support for this signature cultural event. They have requested staff to now commence planning for Floating Land 2017.

In developing a proposed program for Floating Land 2017 staff have undertaken a review of past Floating Land events and considered input from a wide range of stakeholders from the past two iterations of Floating Land. The proposed program aims to meet community expectations, maintain the reputation of this signature event and be achievable within a reasonable budget and the timeframe available.

Noosa Council is seeking a creative and energetic individual who can work to tight deadlines and would like the opportunity to support the delivery of one of Noosa’s signature cultural events. This temporary part-time position will assist in the smooth management and successful delivery of the Floating Land 2017 festival and its events and activities through the provision of outstanding project support. The successful incumbent will act as a critical liaison point for internal and external stakeholders in relation to Floating Land as well as incorporating and uphold the aims and objectives of Council in the delivery of the event.

To understand the additional requirements of this position please read the position description available on Council's website athttp://www.noosa.qld.gov.au/positions-vacant

The position will attract a salary of $66,467.66 annually plus Council benefits of annual leave loading and superannuation.

Your expression of interest should include your current resume and summary document detailing your suitability for the position.

Applications close 5:00pm Monday 24 April 2017.