Hinterland is a German word literally meaning ‘behind-land’, that is used to describe an inland area adjacent to the coast. Queensland artist A.J. Taylor’s latest exhibition contains paintings inspired by the unique hinterland environment of the Sunshine Coast.

A.J. Taylor has been a regular exhibitor in solo and group exhibitions in Brisbane and Sydney for nearly two decades. His work is represented in public and corporate collections, including Artbank, BHP Billiton, Macquarie Bank and the Museum of Brisbane, as well as in private collections throughout Australia and internationally. He has been a finalist in a number of prizes, including the Wynne Prize, Fleurieu Art Prize and the Hawkesbury Art Prize.