Bayside Gallery

Bayside Gallery in Chermside, Brisbane, is presented through the work and ideas of printmaker Owen Hutchison. A Sandgate local who learned printmaking at Banyo State High School, Hutchison works primarily with relief printing, carving images into wood, lino or plywood so the raised surface receives the ink. Colour can be built through additional blocks or a reduction-printing process.

His practice is shaped by a strong interest in wood, the physical printmaking process and the distinctive visual power that can come from working within the medium’s limits. He cites the German Expressionists of the early 20th century as an influence, particularly their ability to create forceful images through straightforward cuts into a wooden block.

The works described on the site often draw on historical, mythological or literary sources, with narrative elements intended to prompt thought about people, place and the wider universe. That makes Bayside Gallery a potentially rewarding stop for visitors interested in printmaking, art history and ideas-led visual work, whether visiting alone or with someone who enjoys discussing the stories and influences behind an artwork. The available information focuses on Hutchison’s practice and the gallery’s history archive, so checking current exhibition details before visiting is sensible.