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Last Updated: Monday, 03 April 2023 14:54

Published: Monday, 03 April 2023 14:43

A photographic exhibition capturing the adventures, life and colour of the heavy rock and metal music scene is on display at the Crows Nest Gallery.

Toowoomba photographer Makenzie Towson’s exhibition, The Metal Focus, will be displayed from April 5 to 30, 2023.

Makenzie forges bonds with metalhead devotees and captures their love of the genre on her travels across the Region.

“Derived from classical roots, metal musicians have to be the best in their craft to perform in any level across the genre,” Makenzie said.

“From outstanding poetry to complex melodies, the genre has it all. I compare being a heavy metal musician to having Olympic-level skill on your instrument.

“Any musician will agree that the moments on stage, while few and fleeting, are among the most rewarding.

“They are the moments we live for. Getting to every single one of them requires immeasurable tenacity.”

Alexander Ford, a bassist with Diamond Construct, said Makenzie’s work highlighted the darker side of touring, the mental strain and the dedication, resources and time needed to turn the dream to reality.

“Makenzie Towson has accurately encapsulated what it is to be tired, broke, stressed, and at the same time, happy,” Alexander said.

The exhibition’s Artist Talk is on Sunday, April 23 at 11am.

This is a free event and no bookings are required.

For more information, please see:  Artist Talk | The Metal Focus - Makenzie Towson
Exhibition | The Metal Focus - Makenzie Towson (tr.qld.gov.au)

Enquiries about the exhibition can be directed to Crows Nest Gallery on 4698 1687 or crowsnestart@tr.qld.gov.au

Crows Nest Gallery, at the corner of the New England Highway and William Street is open from 10.30am to 3.30pm Wednesday to Sunday. It is closed on Monday, Tuesday and public holidays.

Images: 1. Makenzie TOWSON / I try to disappear 2022 / digital print on gloss paper / 42 x 29.7cm / © Makenzie Towson (top)

2. Makenzie TOWSON / Get out of my face 2022 / digital print on gloss paper / 42 x 29.7cm / © Makenzie Towson