Hearts and Minds Art

Hearts and Minds Art is a gallery and homewares store at Shop 1, 1 Hastings Street in Noosa Heads, with a varied collection that brings together original art, locally made pieces and practical gifts. The range includes original works and limited-edition prints, bespoke furniture, sculptures, ceramics, photography, jewellery, stationery and other homewares. Much of the stock is handcrafted locally, and the selection changes over time, so the gallery is best approached as a place to browse rather than a fixed online catalogue.

The art offering spans paintings, mixed-media works, photography and sculptural pieces by a number of artists. The website features works by Anne Davenport, Karen Mageo, Maree Welman, Leigh Karen Joyce, Lais Perske, Sara Paxton, Pepi Wren and Ray Wilson, alongside handcrafted objects such as Noosa-made timber arc lamps, copper floating hearts, fish and manta rays, Australian glass waves and glass birds by Luke Jacomb. There are also ceramic bowls by local artist Wendy Britton, Tania Babb ceramics, bamboo ducklings and duckies, and a selection of A3 retro prints. Availability changes, particularly for one-off works and handmade pieces, so the gallery recommends contacting the store about current stock, prices, commissions and delivery.

The business was started around 2010 by Julie Holland and Greg Peeler, initially with Greg’s handcrafted peg frames, Julie’s inspirational verses and a small homewares selection. It has since grown into a bricks-and-mortar store while retaining a clear focus on quality, locally made work and support for other small businesses. Julie’s books, including an inspirational book of verse, are stocked in the store, with some pieces mounted or framed for hanging or gifting. Staff are described as friendly and attentive, and complimentary gift wrapping and bags are available.

Its Hastings Street position makes Hearts and Minds Art a convenient stop for visitors exploring Noosa Heads, while the wheelchair- and pram-accessible store also suits families and shoppers looking for a considered gift or a distinctive piece for home. The nearby Laguna Bay beach, Noosa River and national parks add context to a visit, although the gallery itself is the focus: a compact, independent space for discovering art, handcrafted homewares and gifts. The store is open daily from 9am to 5pm, and the team can provide images and arrange delivery for interested buyers.