GippslandCreative is an artist-led venture by Alvina Bishop-Edwards and Valerie Hibberd dedicated to creating and sharing original artworks that inspire and captivate. Their vision is to cultivate a space where the practice of art and the sharing of art meet, enriching the lives of all who encounter it.
🌿 A Journey Continues... 🌿
We're delighted to announce an exciting season of art, nature, mythology, and storytelling.
Over the coming months, Whispers of the Forest: A Journey Through Spirit and Time will unfold at our exhibition at Arc Yinnar
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Created by artists Alvina Bishop-Edwards, Valerie Hibberd and Amanda Thorpe (Mandi) Whispers of the Forest explores the enduring relationship between humanity and the natural world through interconnected artistic voices. Valerie's work draws on mythology, folklore, and storytelling, while Alvina's paintings reflect the spiritual connection between people and trees, celebrating their beauty and resilience while acknowledging the vulnerability of our forests.
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Together, the works invite you to step into landscapes where ancient stories linger beneath the trees, where memory and myth intertwine, and where nature reminds us of both its beauty and its fragility.
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🌿 Whispers of the Forest: A Journey Through Spirit and Time
ARC Yinnar Gallery
31 October – 28 November 2026
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Please join us for the opening of the exhibition:
31st October 2026
3pm. Arc Yinnar
All Welcome
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Exhibition Opening Times:
Thursday - Sunday 12pm - 4pm
Other times by appointment: email gippscreative@gmail.com
Alvina and Valerie will be at the gallery during opening times to meet and greet. They will also be painting and are happy to talk about what they are dong.
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Our Story
Our vision is to create and share original art that inspires, engages, and connects people through the transformative power of artistic expression.
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Alvina and Valerie are long-time residents of Gippsland who have connected through art practice and teaching. They formed GippslandCreative to inspire others to delve into creativity to support wellness, artistic development, to showcase their works and pass on skills to others.
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