“Glitter And Grit” Opens At FunHaus Factory In Gosford For Mardi Gras Season
The glitter cannons are primed and the humidity is rising, which can only mean one thing. It is Mardi Gras season. While the eyes of the world often turn to Oxford Street, the real magic often happens where you least expect it. FunHaus Factory in Gosford is throwing open its doors for Glitter & Grit, a group exhibition that proves regional art scenes are just as loud, proud, and provocative as their city cousins.
Opening on Wednesday, 4 February is a collision of five distinct voices under one roof. We love an exhibition that doesn’t take itself too seriously while still packing a punch, and Glitter & Grit promises exactly that. The show runs until 1 March and serves as a key part of the venue’s Mardi Gras programming.
A collision of styles.
Curators have pulled together a lineup that spans photography, painting, and sculpture. The result? A visual conversation about what it means to be queer in 2026. You have the bold, figurative work of Sandro Nocentini, whose “cubist-futurist” style breaks down identity into striking, simplified forms. Then there is Bridy Salazar, an emerging artist whose colourful, cartoon-like work focuses on “vulva normalisation”—challenging shame with humour and bright palettes.
They are joined by CMoore Hardy, John Douglas, and Guy James Whitworth. If you follow the Australian queer art scene, you likely know Whitworth for his ability to capture the soul of his subjects. Douglas brings decades of multimedia experience, having shown in major exhibitions locally and abroad. Hardy adds another layer to the mix, rounding out a group that represents different generations and perspectives.
The exhibition aims to capture the energy of a street party and the “enigma of masculine and feminine” inside us all. It fits perfectly with the FunHaus ethos. They have built a reputation as a beacon for LGBTQIA+ people on the Central Coast, creating a space that is safe but never boring.
As the organisers put it, “Diversity isn’t just our strength; it’s our sparkle, a kaleidoscope of colour, identity and joy.”
How to get involved.
The exhibition launches with a proper party on Wednesday, 4 February at 6 pm. Entry is free, but you need to register. If you are looking for a dose of culture before the main parade madness kicks in, this is it. The FunHaus Factory is located at 141 Mann Street, Gosford.
