A Central Vision, an exhibition showcasing talented high school artists opens at Gosford Regional Gallery on Saturday 25 March.

Students from some 19 Central Coast secondary schools are taking part in the annual exhibition, which features a wide range of art forms, including paint, drawing, textiles, sculpture, ceramics and photography.

Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said the exhibition showcased some inspiring art.

“A Central Vision is a great partnership between Council and Central Coast schools, and we are thrilled to exhibit so many outstanding works by many budding young artists,” Mr Reynolds said.

Wendy Mortimer, Head Teacher, Creative and Performing Arts at Gosford High, said A Central Vision was a wonderful opportunity for students to have their works exhibited and acknowledged in a professional environment.

“We have many very talented young artists in our secondary schools and will be presenting certificates of recognition and prizes sponsored by local business at the opening event,” Ms Mortimer said.

Secondary schools taking part in A Central Vision, a program which has been running since 2001, include:

Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College; Tuggerah Lakes Senior College; Brisbane Waters Senior College; Brisbane Waters Secondary College; Waldalba Community School and Erina, Girrakool, Gorakan, Gosford, Henry Kendall, Kincumber, Lake Munmorah, Lisarow, Narara Valley, Northlakes, Terrigal, Wyong and Kariong Mountains High Schools.

The project is a joint initiative with Gosford Regional Gallery and NSW Department of Education.