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Flying Arts

Inspiring the appreciation + practice + professional development of visual arts throughout Queensland

08/06/2026

Flying Arts celebrated its 55th Anniversary at Government House last Wednesday, marking an important milestone in the organisation’s history. It was a wonderful opportunity to gather with corporate leaders, artists, supporters, and friends of Flying Arts, both past and present, to reflect on and celebrate the journey so far.

Founded 55 years ago by artist and visionary Mervyn Moriarty OAM, Flying Arts was built on the belief that art emerges from the relationships between people and place.

Today, that vision continues to guide Flying Arts as it champions the arts across regional and remote Queensland, supporting creative communities to thrive and re-imagine what is possible in the outback and beyond.

The evening also featured a special exhibition honouring Merv’s legacy and the history of Flying Arts.

Thank you to our Board: Lorraine Dinsey, Jan Manton, Lynn Rainbow-Reid AM, Fraser Power, Michael Clarke, Trent Forno, Rebecca McDuff, Pat Murphy

Thank you to Partners and Supporters of Flying Arts: Arts Queensland, Tim Fairfax Family Foundation, Consolidated Properties Group, Qantas, QUT (Queensland University of Technology), TAFE Queensland, Griffith University

Thank you to the brilliant team at Government House for hosting us.

Group Image (L-R): Jan Manton, Toni Palmer, Lynn Rainbow-Reid AM, Professor Graeme Nimmo RFD, Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, Lorraine Dinsey, Rebecca McDuff, Trent Forno

05/06/2026

Join us at Government House this Queensland Day for a special exhibition celebrating the legacy of our founder Mervyn Moriarty OAM and the history of Flying Arts.

It has been fantastic to sift through our archives to discover the journey of our business. Merv's son, Andrew Moriarty joined us for a special interview, sharing memories of his father's passion for arts education.

"He would be so delighted that there are still people working in the organisation he started all those years ago, with just a vision and a pilots license"

We can't wait to welcome you to the exhibition this Saturday 6 June at Government House Open Day - 11am to 3pm.

https://www.govhouse.qld.gov.au/government-house/visit-government-house/celebrate-queensland-at-government-house

03/06/2026

June Quick Response Grants - applications now open.

These grants aim to support small arts or cultural projects that cannot be funded by other means because of their nature or timing.

🖌️ For projects commencing from July 14 – 22 September, 2026
💲 Up to $3,000 for Individuals and $5,000 for Organisations
⏳ Opens 9:00am 1 June 2026
⌛ Closes 11:59pm 30 June 2026

Visit our website to apply: https://flyingarts.org.au/raf/quick-response-grants/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=raf

Image: Avi Amesbury, Capturing land and light Series (Credit: Art Atelier Photography). Avi was a successful Quick Response Grant recipient, to support her curation of the International Academy of Ceramics Exhibition in Fremantle.

02/06/2026

We Are Hiring: Regional Arts Fund Program Manager

Are you passionate about supporting artists, strengthening communities, and helping creative ideas come to life across regional Queensland?

Flying Arts Alliance is seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Regional Arts Fund Program Manager to lead one of Australia’s most impactful regional arts funding programs.

The Regional Arts Fund is an Australian Government program designed to benefit regional and remote arts practitioners, arts workers, audiences and communities. The fund is managed through Regional Arts Australia and is administered in Queensland by Flying Arts Alliance.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of Queensland’s arts sector, supporting artists, arts organisations and communities to access funding, build capacity, and deliver inspiring creative projects that make a real difference.

This is a part time role, 3 days per week based in our office in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.

Apply now: https://www.flyingarts.org.au/position-available-regional-arts-fund-program-manager/

29/05/2026

May Quick Response Grants - applications closing soon.

These grants aim to support small arts or cultural projects that cannot be funded by other means because of their nature or timing.

🖌️ For projects commencing from June 14 – 23 August
💲 Up to $3,000 for Individuals and $5,000 for Organisations
⌛ Closes 11:59pm 31 May 2026

Visit our website to apply:

Image Detail: Avi Amesbury, The land speaks (Credit: Art Atelier Photography). Avi was a successful Quick Response Grant recipient, to support her curation of the International Academy of Ceramics Exhibition in Fremantle.

22/05/2026

Take a look at our latest Ivory Street Window display.

Our featured Member for May is Jacqueline Joosen, with her work 'Forever Evolving - 5' now on show in the window. Congratulations, Jacqueline.

This opportunity is open to all Flying Arts Members and celebrates the breadth of creative practice within our community.

Applications are open year-round. Visit our website to become a member.

https://www.flyingarts.org.au/membership/accredited-membership/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=membership

15/05/2026

Queensland Regional Art Awards (QRAA) - Art for Life Award. Alison McDonald and Flying Arts present a two-week solo exhibition at the gallery space, Festival House.

Opening Details
Date: Thursday 25 June 2026
Time: 5:00pm for 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Location: Flying Arts
381 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006

Alison’s exhibition is a continuation of her ongoing engagement with copper, taking inspiration from the seaweed collected by Annie Slade in 1884, which is now held within the British Marine Algae Collection at JCU Special Collections.

Each piece emerges from close observation of textures, patterns and structures found in seaweed, moss, lichen and rock. Using techniques such as chasing and repoussé, metal is reshaped into intricate forms. Progressions invites reflection on the complexity of nature, and our role within it.

We look forwarding to welcoming you. Please register here: https://flyingarts.org.au/events/qraa-art-for-life-solo-exhibition-opening-2/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=qraa

The Exhibition will run from 25 June – 8 July.

Image Detail: Alison McDonald, For Annie Slade

08/05/2026

Two original works by our founder Mervyn Moriarty OAM have been donated and gratefully received.

The story behind these works is still unfolding, and we are looking forward to learning more as they are formally valued and researched.

Their arrival is especially timely, as we prepare for a special exhibition celebrating Merv’s legacy as part of Queensland Day celebrations at Government House.

You can visit the exhibition at Government House Open Day, 11am to 3pm on Queensland Day (6 June).

07/05/2026

We invite you to participate in Artists Exchange: a month-long program providing emerging and early career Queensland artists with a safe and welcoming environment for connection, feedback and artwork critique.

Participants will be asked to ‘show and tell’ their current work and to provide constructive critique to peers. All sessions are small (up to eight artists) and fully online.

Sessions will be convened by Dr Holly Arden (Flying Arts; former Director of Townsville City Galleries) and Alison McDonald (artist based in Townsville-Gurambilbarra and winner of the 2025 Art for Life Award, Queensland Regional Art Awards).

Dates: Monday 6, 13, 20, 27 July 2026
Times: Morning session (10 – 11.15am) OR afternoon session (3.30 – 4.45pm). You will attend EITHER the morning OR the afternoon group over four weeks.
Cost: $120 current Flying Arts members / $200 non-members

Applications close at 4:00pm on Friday 5 June 2026.

Spaces are limited, apply now: https://www.tfaforms.com/5221789

06/05/2026

Australia’s next National Cultural Policy is being shaped right now, and regional and remote voices need to be part of it.

As the administrator of the Regional Arts Fund in Queensland, we are pleased to share this advocacy work from Regional Arts Australia

They have brought together practical tools to support submissions, including guidance, key messages and a short survey to help identify what matters most to communities.

Consultation closes 24 May. Let’s ensure regional and remote voices are heard.

Find out more here: https://regionalarts.com.au/advocacy

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