It's hard to miss if you've passed by Foreshore Park recently and set to host a much-anticipated international art event from next week.
Work is well underway on the 2,300-square-metre Grand Pavilion set to host the world-renowned Van Gogh Alive from next Thursday.
It will be the first time the event has been staged in regional Australia and offers a chance to experience the Dutch impressionist artist's work in a vibrant symphony of light, colour and fragrance, set to an evocative classical soundtrack.
The Grand Pavilion takes about 30 days to put together before opening.
Construction of the building itself is a two week project, while the second fortnight is dedicated to building the experience spaces inside such as the lights for The Starry Night room, the thousands of sunflowers and turning Van Gogh's famous Café Terrace at night into a 3D café attendees can actually dine in.
More than 100 people have been called upon to help with the set up and event, including site crew, ushers, merchandise sellers and baristas.
While the event is staged across the world, local suppliers have been sourced to run the restaurant/cafe, as well as cleaning and security.
The event is being held as part of City of Newcastle's New Annual Festival and runs from September 22 until October 23.
Tickets are still available for most sessions, but some on the opening weekend have sold out or are selling fast.
For tickets and information, visit vangoghalive.com.au.
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