We were blown away by the diverse talent our HSC kids delivered in their final visual arts submissions for 2024. Our children’s faces were alight with admiration and wonder as we explored MAC’s annual exhibition, shining the light on the class of 2024.
Getting to MAC
If you haven’t been to the MAC (Museum of Art & Culture) Lake Macquarie, now’s the time, and it’s super easy to get to. Located at the end of First Street in Booragul, it’s central to both West and East Lake Macquarie. There’s a designated car park, and full facilities inside the museum.
First Class 24
First Class, at the MAC, has been held each year since 2009. It’s become a respected and esteemed exhibition, celebrating our young adults. This exhibition allows HSC students to showcase their work in a proper gallery. Artworks are selected from submissions produced in 2024, from students across our region. Join in the celebration of our extraordinarily talented high school students.
Unique and visual language
Students have explored diverse themes of identity, culture, resilience, relationships, nature and mortality, reimagining their world with sensitivity, inventiveness and profound artistic insight.
Cafe or picnic
I highly recommend you stop by the Cafe for Italian food and coffee. Just make sure you book a table. Or maybe pack a picnic and bring a big rug, and enjoy the sculpture park on the grass. You can always grab a takeaway coffee to enjoy.
One of the most profound moments was watching our teens stop, read, and immerse themselves in the works. Maybe it was the realisation that in just a few years, they could see themselves here. A snippet into the life of an HSC student and what they can accomplish will inspire many budding creatives in our community. Visual Arts sure is a beautiful and impactful outlet, that spreads sunshine far and wide.
This exhibition finishes on the Sunday, 6th April 2025, so plan your trip soon.
