Participants joined a guided tour of the city’s most exciting new Art Trail, set against the sparkling backdrop of the Queen’s Wharf precinct. Commencing at Lindy Lee’s breathtaking Being Swallowed by the Milky Way, this free 45-minute walking tour took visitors through the past and into the present, offering a journey of discovery through large-scale artworks by First Nations, Queensland and international artists, alongside significant historical buildings and landmarks.
From colourful alfresco murals to towering sculptures and floating botanical gardens, participants dived into art and history and began their day with a stroll through the stories of the city. Featured artists included Tony Albert, Sir Antony Gormley OBE RA, Tom Friedman, Lindy Lee, Samuel Tupou, Wukun Wanambi and Justene Williams.