The Arts Connect Inc Committee

The Arts Connect Inc Management Committee is an exciting and dynamic team, dedicated to connecting members with creative opportunities. We are volunteers committed to the growth and promotion of the Arts on the Sunshine Coast.

The current Arts Connect Inc Management Committee

Jen Braithwaite
Jen BraithwaitePresident (interim)
Jen holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts & Visual Culture and has been a driving force at ACI for over five years. Her roles include Newsletter Editor, Exhibitions and Open Studios Coordinator, and three terms managing Sculpture on the Edge. Now serving as President, Jen champions arts growth and community connection.
(vacant)
(vacant)Vice President
Deb Weaver
Deb WeaverSecretary (interim)
Deb was a business professional and project manager. She was the coordinator for Sculpture on the Edge 2024.
Peter Annand
Peter AnnandTreasurer
Peter served as chairman and non-executive director for a range of major organisations, including Sunsuper, Suncorp and Medibank Private.
A man of many interests, Peter completed a Master of Visual Art at Griffith University in 2012 and exhibited his work regularly between 2006 and 2013, while also chairing the Queensland Centre for Photography.
Jane Caleo
Jane CaleoManagement Committee
Jane is a self-taught hand sculptor who likes to work in most types of clay. She has recently started working with porcelain & is enjoying where it’s taking her sculptures & experimenting with it.
Claudia Hickel
Claudia HickelManagement Committee
Claudia is an artist and sculptor, primarily focusing on ceramic and wood mediums. She holds a degree from the Munich art school for wood and stone sculpture. Since residing in Australia, she has actively participated in numerous events, showcasing and selling her art. Her aspiration is to support and foster the dynamic and inspiring local arts community.
Cheryl Thomson
Cheryl ThomsonManagement Committee
Denise Lamby
Denise LambyManagement Committee
Passionately influenced by the environment and utilising waste products that are otherwise headed for landfill. Currently focused on giving new life to unexpected, reclaimed and recycled materials.

Come to a Meeting or Join Our Team

All members are welcome at our meetings. And we’re always looking for new committee members to join our team to help grow the arts on the Sunshine Coast. Fancy getting involved?