Stroll in and out of Manly's cafes and restaurants for coffee, a lingering lunch or a casual dinner and absorb exhibitions of innovative surf related paintings, photo and art prints which will be on display for both viewing and purchase.
Pop into Safety Wolf Tapas bar to view Ben Browns creative cartoon strips from Stab Magazine which focuses on traditional surf hatreds mixed with spectacular surfing, comedy and world champs. Exhibition open daily throughout the festival.
Ben Brown - Designer and artist (Manly, NSW)
Ben has been drawing and designing all manner of promotional and commercial material for a mixed variety of clients including major surf companies and exhibitions for over twenty years.
Safety Wolf Tapas Bar is the type of bar you never want to leave – from the décor to the drinks, it's a total winner.
Safety Wolf Tapas Bar
32 Belgrave St
Manly, 2095
02 8966 9022
Make your way to the newly refurbished Novotel Sydney Manly Pacific to view some classic canvases of beach inspired paintings by the delightful Deborah Broughton. Opening drinks Thursday 5 November 6-8pm. Exhibition open daily throughout the festival.
Deborah Broughton - Visual Artist (Dee Why, NSW)
Deborah is a Sydney-based artist. Her works are recognised for their vibrant colour, simple design and their ability to quickly capture a surreal view, an intimate observation inspired by the Northern Beaches.
The Novotel Sydney Manly Pacific is nestled perfectly to enjoy the very best of the Australian lifestyle located directly opposite Manly Beach.
55 North Steyne
Manly, 2095
(02) 9977 7666
Keep your eyes open for surf photography images from Manly's Sprout Daily crew...The beautiful images will be scattered through out Manly's Ivanhoe Hotel via some trusty drink coasters!
We love our friends at Sprout. Sign up their newsletter are you'll receive a daily dose of Manly imagery, plus the surf report! www.sproutdaily.com
The Ivanhoe Hotel has a unique blend of restaurants and bars to satisfy a wide array of entertainment and dining needs.27 The Corso, Manly 2095. (02) 9976 3955. www.ivanhoehotelmanly.com.au
Walk up to Queenscliff's Angel Restaurant to see stunning surf and ocean photography by saltmotion's Joel Coleman plus, enjoy Joel's images on coasters throughout the festival at the Steyne Hotel and the 16ft Manly Skiff Club!
Joel sends out a daily email with the awesome surf photos from Manly beach, Monday to Friday. Join the mailing list via his website. www.saltmotion.com
Angel exhibits local art with glorious water views for diners' attention above Freshwater Beach. 32 Crown Road, Queenscliff 2096. (02) 9905 7066 www.angelrestaurant.com.au
Design & Paint a Mini Wooden Surfboard
Friday 6 November. Hourly sessions from 3.30pm to 7.30pm.
Attend a fun 1 hr workshop during the festival at the Manly Community Centre to paint a mini surfboard.
Cost $10 (incl. materials), Presented by Brush Art 4 Kids & Teens, Bookings essential, contact Daphne on 0409 569483 or daphne.katos@bigpond.com
Surf Chalk Boards
Throughout the Festival
Creative Mums have recycled Old & Unused Surf boards into Chalkboards. The bright coloured boards will be placed around Manly CBD and beach for Children and other Creative’s to draw upon throughout the festival!
Take a photo of your drawing on one of the Surf Chalkboards and email to artsfestival@creativemums.com.au and you might be the winner of a fantastic pink surf chalkboard!
