Not just casinos and beaches: being a Gold Coast artist at HOTA

HOTA on the Gold Coast is about to host local artists as part of the Gold Coast Triennial, featuring unique spins on public programming.
Work from Gold Coast artist Kathy Mackey, on show at HOTA. Image depicts the bodies of two people underwater, holding swimming noodles.

Located a stone’s throw from Surfers Paradise beachfront on the Gold Coast, Home of the Arts (HOTA) is a venue with a long history. In 2024, it enters a new era, growing into a relationship with Experience Gold Coast (EGC). It marks the first year in the position of Director Gallery and Visual Arts, Susi Muddiman OAM

HOTA simultaneously competes with the tourist destinations on the Gold Coast: theme parks, casinos, and beaches. “The Gold Coast is Australia’s playground,” local artist Rebecca Ross tells ArtsHub. “It’s always going to be that place. There are also artists here making a go of it. They have incredible work here.”

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David Burton is a writer from Meanjin, Brisbane. David also works as a playwright, director and author. He is the playwright of over 30 professionally produced plays. He holds a Doctorate in the Creative Industries.