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Fairy tales come alive at Customs House Gallery

A mystic painting by John Stevens. Photo: Supplied.

The Customs House Gallery’s latest exhibition is one for all ages, with paintings of popular fairy tales on display.

Local artists have contributed their own interpretations of the theme, from classic fairy tales to mythical creatures.

Lauren Douglas, Tess Witchell and Alyssa Fitzpatrick attended the opening. Photo: Supplied.

The gallery’s owner Kate Villarroel said there is a range of unique artworks on show.

“The artists did whatever they wanted as long as they followed the fairy tale theme and that's what makes it really exciting because everyone has something completely different,” she said.

Maryanne and Wayne Elkin were all smiles at the opening. Photo: Supplied.

Ms Villarroel said that everyone is welcome to view the gallery, regardless of whether they are buying art.

“This is a viewing gallery as well as a buying gallery. It's good to see what’s around locally, especially for young people,” she said.

“There’s no pressure to buy, people are welcome to just come and have a look.”

A painting by artist Elizabeth Jaworski. Photo: Supplied.

The new exhibition officially opened on Friday, December 13 and was attended by both community members and a few of the contributing artists.

The gallery is open from Thursday to Monday from 10am to 4pm on Leslie St.

The exhibition will run until Monday, February 3, 2025.

Artists Heidi Falzon, Della Nelson and Maree Santilla enjoyed the Fairy Tales exhibition. Photo: Supplied.
The exhibition is perfect for lovers of all things mystical and magical. Photo by Lua Ikenasio
Artworks filled the walls of the gallery. Photo by Lua Ikenasio