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Juliet Grace
Sunny Days in Surfers
Acrylic
Sunny Days in Surfers captures a quiet sunrise over Surfers Paradise, as the first light of day breaks across the horizon and the coastline begins to wake. Set in the 1980s, the scene reflects a time when familiar landmarks defined the skyline, including the Iluka Hotel, the twin towers of Ballah and Allunga at Paradise Centre, and the distant Focus building. At its heart sits Grundy’s waterslide, an iconic symbol of childhood excitement and local mythology.
The Holden Sandman appears as a recurring motif, representing freedom, youth, and the ritual of heading to the beach. Drawing on archival references, the work recreates an era that now exists largely in photographs and memory. Through warm light, colour, and atmosphere, it reflects the anticipation of a new day on the Gold Coast, where even the simplest moments felt full of possibility.
Size: 40 × 50 cm
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About Juliet Grace
Juliet Grace is a Gold Coast artist and teacher whose Growing Up Gold Coast collection revives nostalgic memories of the region. A proud Generation X local, she focuses on 1970s and 1980s architecture—much of which now exists only in photographs and memory. Her vibrant palettes reflect the era, with an intuitive, layered approach to light and atmosphere. Juliet was a finalist at the D’Arcy Doyle Art Awards in 2023 and 2024, with works featuring the Pink Poodle Motel, Surfers Paradise Beer Garden, and Kirra Pizza Hut.
