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@PBEAT2023

PEARL BEACH ARBORETUM EPHEMERAL ART TRAIL 2023

Saturday 16 September to Sunday 15 October 2023 Daylight Hours

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Eucalypt Sprite by Pim Sarti
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We are One by Penny Simons
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@PBEAT2023 Artworks

Contact the artist if you want to purchase or commission a work.

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PBEAT2023 involves over 30 artists who have constructed 29 highly creative works based on our theme Nurture and Nature. 

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The Pearl Beach Arboretum Ephemeral Art Trail (PBEAT2023) provides inspiring temporary public art that promotes nature conservation, supports community identity and increases the cultural vibrancy on the NSW Central Coast. 

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PBEAT2023 is open to the Public for free during daylight hours from Saturday 16 September until Sunday 15 October 2023.  Vote for the People’s Choice Award in return for a $5 donation for the PBEAT2023 brochure.  Voting can only be done on site. On weekends the Arboretum Cottage will feature nature inspired workshops and local Artists displaying their works.  

@PBEAT 2023 Events

There are several events in preparation for and during the PBEAT2023. Just click on the links below to find out more.. 

  • Girri Girra Clap Stick Making Workshop
    Sat, 23 Sept
    23 Sept, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
    23 Sept, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
    Learn to craft traditional clap sticks with Tim Selwyn from Girri Girra, an experience that’s both educational and meditative. Tim's Indigenous clapsticks – are handmade from Australian hardwood trees. This event is held near the Arboretum Cottage. Refreshments are provided.
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  • PBEAT2023 Opening Event
    Sat, 23 Sept
    23 Sept, 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
    23 Sept, 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
    All are invited to the official opening of PBEAT2023 at 2.30 pm on the afternoon Saturday 23 September 2023 at the Pearl Beach Arboretum. Smoking Ceremony. Free live bush music. Refreshments in return for a donation. Please RSVP for seating and catering purposes.
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  • Pearl Beach Art Fair in the Arboretum
    Sun, 01 Oct
    01 Oct, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
    01 Oct, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
    Over 25 local artists and artisans will have stalls in the Arboretum all day Sunday 1 October 2023 with an eclectic and colourful selection of art, cards, jewellery, handicrafts, ceramics, pottery, clothing, sculptures and much more. See PBEAT at the same time!
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  • Beatles Rebooted in the Arboretum
    Sat, 07 Oct
    07 Oct, 2:30 pm – 08 Oct, 5:00 pm
    07 Oct, 2:30 pm – 08 Oct, 5:00 pm
    A world class band and string section (nine musicians) recreate live, note for note, the music that changed the world. You won’t believe your ears. This is a once in lifetime opportunity to watch one of the world’s best Beatles shows at Pearl Beach.
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PBEAT 2022 Videos

PBEAT 2022 Winners

PBEAT2022 included over 20 remarkable installations inspired by the theme “Only One Earth”.  The prize money was sponsored by Belle Property Central Coast. PBEAT2022 has also received a Central Coast Council Small Community Support Grant. The main PBEAT2022 prizes were judged by Tim Braham, Regional Gallery Director, Central Coast Council. 

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