Coastal: Kim Osburn

Next date: Saturday, 24 January 2026 | 12:00 AM

A collection of works on canvas inspired by the artist’s coastal location in Hervey Bay.

Kim Osburn is an artist with a passion for Australian Native Flora and Fauna.

Coastal is a collection of works on canvas inspired by her coastal location in Hervey Bay and her daily walks along its beaches and surrounding foreshore habitat which is ever changing with each new tide.

Whether it is low tide or high tide, sunrise or sunset there is always a moment to be captured. Marine life and birdlife in abundance forms much of her subject matter.

Turtles and jumping eagle rays are fascinating as is the majestic osprey diving deep off the jetty and surfacing with a fish firmly wedged in his talons. It goes without saying that our beautiful bay is renowned for our magnificent Humpbacks and their calves.

Every day is another opportunity to take an image and bring it to life through Kim’s art.

Kim works in a variety of mediums, preferring acrylics and inks for vibrancy and their unpredictable nature when applied as washes. Always looking to introduce new elements and experiment with textures Kim has incorporated gold, copper and silver leaf into this current body of work.

Image: 'Into the Blue', acrylic on canvas, Kim Osburn

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About the Artist

Based in Hervey Bay, Kim Osburn is a visual artist working primarily in acrylics and inks on canvas. Originally from Victoria, her love for art began in childhood, inspired by the natural surroundings of Cheltenham National Park.

Over the years, Kim has drawn inspiration from the diverse landscapes and wildlife of the Northern Territory, Western Downs, and now coastal Queensland. Her work has been exhibited across regional galleries including Dogwood Crossing, Lapunyah Gallery, and Gallery 107.

Kim has held both solo and joint exhibitions, most notably Birds and Botanicals (2017) and Monochromatic Moments (2019). A committed supporter of the arts, she has also volunteered extensively, curated exhibitions, and participated in creative workshops.

Now working from her home studio in Point Vernon, Kim continues to create beach-inspired pieces while connecting with fellow artists in the local community.

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Exhibition Opening

This exhibition will be officially opened on Friday, 9 January 2026 at 6pm.  

Come and meet the artists, explore their personal experiences and enjoy a drink from our licensed bar.

A free event and open to the public.

 

When

Location

Gatakers Artspace, 311 Kent Street, Maryborough, 4650, View Map