Chris Duffy, also known as Ha Ho Art, is a pop and street artist based in Bendigo, Victoria. Born in Melbourne in 1966, he grew up in London, where visits to national galleries sparked his love for art. He returned to Australia in 1988 and completed a Fine Arts degree with honours at La Trobe University Bendigo in 1999.

Duffy’s art features bold colours and a mix of traditional and digital methods. He paints with acrylics on canvas and shaped boards, using a jigsaw to create unique forms. Inspired by pop culture, vintage ads, and artists like Banksy, his work blends humour, nostalgia, and street-style energy.

His public art is well-known in Bendigo, including murals and paste-ups in the CBD—like the popular mural at the Golden Vine Hotel celebrating live music. In 2025, he showed Astro Bendigo at the Living Arts Space, a playful sci-fi take on the city. He also curated Pop Goes the Easel, an exhibition focused on pop culture in art.

Duffy is part of Bendigo Artists Inc. and works from Hargreaves Studios, where he joins events like Bendigo Open Studios. His art has been shown both locally and overseas.

Elly Trigwell is a visual artist based in Echuca, Victoria, known for her colourful and expressive artworks.  Her style is playful yet emotional, and her work is often described as “fun” and engaging.

Elly works with a wide range of materials, including acrylics, watercolours, oils, ink, pencil, and charcoal.  Her subjects include people, animals, flowers, and abstract forms, reflecting her versatile approach.

She has exhibited in local galleries such as the Foundry Art Space and Customs House Gallery. Her 2023 solo exhibition at Customs House attracted strong interest, and she took part in The Perfect Mix, a group show at Kyabram Town Hall Gallery in 2025. Elly is also active in the community, contributing to local events and charity auctions.

John Stevens is a long-time visual artist from Echuca, Victoria, with a career spanning over 40 years. Known for his diverse style and strong ties to his hometown, he plays a key role in the local art scene through both gallery and public art projects.

A self-taught artist, John works in many forms, oil, acrylic, pencil, sculpture, and linocut. He also uses unusual materials like newspaper and fabric to add depth and meaning. His art often explores human stories and history. 

Stevens has made a big impact on public art in the region, with murals and sculptures in places like Alton Reserve and the Moama Adventure Playground. 

His recreation of Van Gogh’s Yellow House drew much attention at Customs House Gallery, where his work is permanently on display.

Stevens sees his art as ever-changing, shaped by new ideas and life experiences. He says, “Nothing relates to the last show because I don’t have a formula,” showing his focus on growth and originality.

Stevens remains a vital part of Echuca’s cultural life, admired for both his creativity and community spirit.