| Event Title: Mandorla Art Award 2012. Venue: Perth Town Hall, Cnr Hay and Barrack Sts, Perth, WA 6000. Description: The winners and finalists of the Mandorla Art Award 2012 will be on show at Perth Town Hall from 11 to 19 August. With a total prize pool of $42,000, the award is now the nation's most valuable Christian art prize. Judging the 65 finalists and selecting the winners whose works best reflect the theme 'born of a woman', from Galatians 4:4, are Dr Rod Pattenden, Dr Rachael Kohn and Dr Annette Pedersen. Contenders include past winners Michael Iwanoff (1987) and John Paul (1990) and past highly commended winners Bob Booth (2010) and Janis Nedela (2010). Dates: 11 August 2012 to 19 August 2012. Opening Times: Mon-Sun, 10am-4pm. For more information, contact: Angela McCarthy. |
Monday 23 July 2012
Mandorla Art Award 2012 @ Perth Town Hall
Sunday 22 July 2012
Genevieve Burke @ Earlywork Gallery
Event Title: I am. You are. Who is Australian?
Participating Artists: Genevieve Burke.
Venue:
Earlywork Gallery,
3330 South Terrace South Fremantle WA.
Description: The question of our shared identity, of what it is to be Australian, is a national
pursuit. Prime Ministers, social commentators and the local butcher are all asking
the question; what is it - to be Australian?
Genevieve Burke, born of an Indian mother and an Irish-Italian Australian father is a
young West Australian who is fascinated by our diverse perceptions of identity. The
conflict and cohesion, the community and composition of the Australian psyche is
challenged and explored in her Art and Media Exhibition titled; I am. You are.
Who is Australian?
Upon entering the exhibition you are invited to interact in a social engagement of
colour, race and ethnicity as you contribute to A pool of skin colour. Enter the
portal through free-standing doors and experience a televisual biography of the
streets of Perth 'through the veil' as Genevieve takes you on The burqa walk.
Have you ever imagined an indigenous family or an Indian grandmother in an iconic
Australian advertisement? In Imagine the future‚ you are taken beyond the
boundaries of conventionality in popular culture to ask why not?‚ as the
possibilities of the future in advertising is explored.
I am. You are. Who is Australian? Is a bold debut for a young and emerging artist.
Genevieve Burke successfully explores an intriguing selection of artistic mediums to
challenge how we see ourselves. This exhibition also delivers an ethical and diverse
vision of being Australian and opens a portal to reveal our true potential.
Dates: 3rd August 2012 to 5th August 2012.
Opening Times: 10am-4pm.
For more information, contact: Genevieve Burke.
Participating Artists: Genevieve Burke.
Venue:
Earlywork Gallery,
3330 South Terrace South Fremantle WA.
Description: The question of our shared identity, of what it is to be Australian, is a national
pursuit. Prime Ministers, social commentators and the local butcher are all asking
the question; what is it - to be Australian?
Genevieve Burke, born of an Indian mother and an Irish-Italian Australian father is a
young West Australian who is fascinated by our diverse perceptions of identity. The
conflict and cohesion, the community and composition of the Australian psyche is
challenged and explored in her Art and Media Exhibition titled; I am. You are.
Who is Australian?
Upon entering the exhibition you are invited to interact in a social engagement of
colour, race and ethnicity as you contribute to A pool of skin colour. Enter the
portal through free-standing doors and experience a televisual biography of the
streets of Perth 'through the veil' as Genevieve takes you on The burqa walk.
Have you ever imagined an indigenous family or an Indian grandmother in an iconic
Australian advertisement? In Imagine the future‚ you are taken beyond the
boundaries of conventionality in popular culture to ask why not?‚ as the
possibilities of the future in advertising is explored.
I am. You are. Who is Australian? Is a bold debut for a young and emerging artist.
Genevieve Burke successfully explores an intriguing selection of artistic mediums to
challenge how we see ourselves. This exhibition also delivers an ethical and diverse
vision of being Australian and opens a portal to reveal our true potential.
Dates: 3rd August 2012 to 5th August 2012.
Opening Times: 10am-4pm.
For more information, contact: Genevieve Burke.
Friday 20 July 2012
Merrick Belyea, Miik Green, Thomas Heidt, Bevan Honey and Alex Spremberg @ melody smith gallery
Event Title: Form, Process & Materiality.
Participating Artists: Merrick Belyea, Miik Green, Thomas Heidt, Bevan Honey and Alex Spremberg.
Venue:
melody smith gallery,
69 Oats Street, Carlisle, 6101.
Description: This exhibition showcases the works of five influential West Australian artists who share a common respect for materials and authenticity. Using various methods of layering and duplication, these artists demonstrate a consistency in making and a willingness to experiment with the conventions of painting and sculpture. Featuring works by Merrick Belyea, Miik Green, Thomas Heidt, Bevan Honey and Alex Spremberg.
Dates: 07.7.2012 to 05.8.2012.
Opening Times: Tues-Sat, 12-5pm.
For more information, contact: http://melodysmith.com.au/
Participating Artists: Merrick Belyea, Miik Green, Thomas Heidt, Bevan Honey and Alex Spremberg.
Venue:
melody smith gallery,
69 Oats Street, Carlisle, 6101.
Description: This exhibition showcases the works of five influential West Australian artists who share a common respect for materials and authenticity. Using various methods of layering and duplication, these artists demonstrate a consistency in making and a willingness to experiment with the conventions of painting and sculpture. Featuring works by Merrick Belyea, Miik Green, Thomas Heidt, Bevan Honey and Alex Spremberg.
Dates: 07.7.2012 to 05.8.2012.
Opening Times: Tues-Sat, 12-5pm.
For more information, contact: http://melodysmith.com.au/
Wednesday 18 July 2012
Jill Yelland, Brian Simmons @ Aspects Gallery
Event Title: Kings Park Festival.
Participating Artists: Jill Yelland, Brian Simmons.
Venue:
Aspects Gallery,
Fraser Avenue Kings Park.
Description: The 2012 Kings Park festival celebrates Spring with a showcase of Western Australian wildflowers and a host of free entertainment including live bands and children's theatre, workshops, exhibitions, guided walks and fun filled activities for the whole family.
Aspects of Kings Park Gallery Shop showcases the best of Australian craft and design. Meet some of the artists and see their work on Saturdays during September.
Dates: 1 September 2012 to 1 October 2012.
Opening Times: 11 am - 3pm.
For more information, contact: Rebecca Maddern.
Participating Artists: Jill Yelland, Brian Simmons.
Venue:
Aspects Gallery,
Fraser Avenue Kings Park.
Description: The 2012 Kings Park festival celebrates Spring with a showcase of Western Australian wildflowers and a host of free entertainment including live bands and children's theatre, workshops, exhibitions, guided walks and fun filled activities for the whole family.
Aspects of Kings Park Gallery Shop showcases the best of Australian craft and design. Meet some of the artists and see their work on Saturdays during September.
Dates: 1 September 2012 to 1 October 2012.
Opening Times: 11 am - 3pm.
For more information, contact: Rebecca Maddern.
Monday 16 July 2012
Art on the Move - P.D. Workshop.
Event Title: ART ON THE MOVE P.D. Workshop.
Venue:
ART ON THE MOVE,
71 Boulder Road, Malaga.
Description: Cost: $125 (members) $165 (non-members)
*Membership: Individuals: $27.50, Organisations from $66
Modules:
1.2 Works of Art Curating & Conservation
This module briefly outlines what conservation, handling and curating involves. A variety of basic media categories are discussed and basic damage are discussed.
3.2.5 Basic Packing & Freighting of Artworks
This module aims to introduce the participants to the basic principles transportation. Participants will learn of the risks involved in freighting materials for packing.
2.3.5 Basic Installation of 3D Works
This module is designed to provide participants with a working knowledge successfully install 3D artworks. Participants will learn the different artworks and gain an understanding of safe work practices and safety artworks..
Dates: 15 November 2012 to 15 November 2012.
Opening Times: 9am - 4pm.
For more information, contact: Fiona Gavino, Training Officer, ART ON Ph: (08) 9249 3479 or email: training@artonthemove.com.au.
Venue:
ART ON THE MOVE,
71 Boulder Road, Malaga.
Description: Cost: $125 (members) $165 (non-members)
*Membership: Individuals: $27.50, Organisations from $66
Modules:
1.2 Works of Art Curating & Conservation
This module briefly outlines what conservation, handling and curating involves. A variety of basic media categories are discussed and basic damage are discussed.
3.2.5 Basic Packing & Freighting of Artworks
This module aims to introduce the participants to the basic principles transportation. Participants will learn of the risks involved in freighting materials for packing.
2.3.5 Basic Installation of 3D Works
This module is designed to provide participants with a working knowledge successfully install 3D artworks. Participants will learn the different artworks and gain an understanding of safe work practices and safety artworks..
Dates: 15 November 2012 to 15 November 2012.
Opening Times: 9am - 4pm.
For more information, contact: Fiona Gavino, Training Officer, ART ON Ph: (08) 9249 3479 or email: training@artonthemove.com.au.
70+ Australian and International Artists @ Cottesloe Beach, Perth
| Event Title: Call for Artist Submissions: Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe 2013. Participating Artists: 70+ Australian and International Artists. Venue: Cottesloe Beach, Perth, Marine Parade, Cottesloe, WA. Description: We invite you to submit an application for the 9th annual Sculpture by the Sea, Cottesloe which is being held from 8 – 25 March 2013. Last year over 250,000 people attended the exhibition during the 3 week exhibition period and we sold over 30% of the outdoor works. Submission forms can be downloaded from our website: www.sculpturebythesea.com Please note that the deadline for all submissions is 6pm, Friday 27 July 2012. Dates: Now to 27 July 2012. For more information, contact: Julian Pereira, Exhibition Coordinator. |
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