Art and play come together in Material Matters, an engaging new exhibition by South Coast artists Robyn Sharp and Perrie Croshaw.

Exhibition opening November 15 - photo Bellinda Dunn

The exhibition brings together nature-inspired art and handcrafted pieces in a celebration of textures, care, and connection, featuring knitted, crocheted and tapestry wearables, and toys, displayed alongside vibrant artworks that celebrate the natural beauty of our local area.

Visitors at the exhibition opening viewing the handcrafted works - Photo Bellinda Dunn

Exploring the creative process as both expression and connection, the two artists draw inspiration from musician and artist Brian Eno’s words, “play is how children learn. Art is how adults play.”

In that spirit, Material Matters invites audiences to rediscover the joy of making and the beauty that can be found in everyday materials.

"We could say that art is one of the key attributes of being human, like language," says Eno in his new book What Art Does.

Artist Robyn Sharp at the official opening Saturday 15 November - photo Bellinda Dunn

Sharp, a National Art School graduate with a degree in Art History, has exhibited in Sydney, California, Toronto and London.

She runs a private gallery in Foxground, where she continues to explore her love of landscape and form.

Her recent works delve into the ever-changing landscape around her through different media, including painting, drawing and sculpture.

Guests at the opening of the exhibition November 15 - Photo Bellinda Dunn

Croshaw, a former journalist and tourism entrepreneur, has returned to her creative roots in retirement, designing vibrant, playful textiles that merge artistry with craftsmanship, designing knits, tapestry and crochet works.

Artist Perrie Croshaw at the official opening November 15 - photo Bellinda Dunn

Sharp and Croshaw invite visitors to experience the art of simply playing through their works at the Gerringong Library and Museum (GLaM) Gallery from Friday 14 to Thursday 27 November.

The exhibition is open from 10am-5pm from Tuesdays to Saturdays.

Exhibition opening - photo Bellinda Dunn

Exhibition opening - photo Bellinda Dunn

Exhibition opening - photo Bellinda Dunn