10am – 4pm daily
Moving Creature Studio members exhibition of printmaking looking at love, gender adventure, fascination, history and family.
Daily Opening Times :
Thursday 19 – Sunday 29 September 2024
10am – 4pm daily
Fire Works aims to explore how each of the participating artists uses clay and deals with its unique qualities and challenges. Ceramics is a fascinating medium and – as with glass-making and metal-casting – the outcomes are very much determined by the vagaries of fire or more specifically the kiln. Every single exhibit has most likely been fired at least twice – making its appearance in this show something of a miracle.
Opening Event :
Friday 4 October 2024, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Daily Opening Times :
Friday 4 – Sunday 13 October 2024
Monday – Friday 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Saturdays & Sundays 12:00noon – 5:00pm
Through the medium of using a variety of inks on canvas and paper, including alcohol, arcrylic and living inks. this exhibition aspires to transport viewers into a realm of enchanting luminosity and gentle fluidity, leaving an indelible impression of all who encounter its’ diaphanous allure, inviting introspection and contemplation, fostering a sense of serenity and wonder.
Daily Opening Times :
Thursday 3 – Sunday 13 October 2024
Thursday – Sunday 11:00am – 4:00pm
Monday – Wednesday CLOSED
The sculptures of foraged vines and recycled metal wire references the ancient basketry technique of looping that has been used across human cultures for tens of thousands of years. The looping creates patterns and a harmonious rhythm that the artist witnesses in nature.
The exhibition explores how the invisible, non-material realm can uncover the psyche of our place in the landscape, with the objective of reaching beyond the human narrative of the landscape.
By sharing dialogue with the materials and allowing them to inform the narrative of the artwork, it means that stories are formed and shared from the landscape in transformational ways – in a language that provides new meanings and relationships with spirit, nature, humans, and the landscape – and the interconnectedness of all.
In conjunction with the exhibition and Arts Residency, Catriona will be running a Two Day Basket Weaving Workshop teaching four basketry techniques.
Catriona Pollard is a contemporary artist who uses traditional fibre techniques to transform foraged plant fibres and recycled metals into evocative sculptural works which investigate human’s personal connection with the natural world.
Her practice has been recognised as a skilful exploration of ideas around nature and human’s relationship, the invisible forces and the movement of energy within it. Central to her work is the investigation of transformation and humanity’s connection, dependence, and the possibility of harmony with the ecological world.
Catriona has been selected for multiple solo exhibitions and exhibits extensively selected, group and touring exhibitions including the Australian Design Centre and Sturt National Craft Centre. She has been a finalist in many art awards including Australian Textile Art Award, International Art Textile Biennale, National Capital Art Prize, Environmental Art & Design Award, North Sydney Art Prize, Australian Fibre Arts Award, Ravenswood Women’s Art Prize and many more.
Her artwork is profiled across major art and design media and is featured nationally in galleries, high end design spaces and private collections. Watch her talk about her art at ABC TV and Gardening Australia and read in the feature in Good Weekend, SMH/The Age. She is profiled in the Book: Woven Together: Weavers and Their Stories. See her website for more talks and media.
As a dedicated professional educator, she holds sold out sculptural basketry weaving workshops in Australia and internationally and teaches for design and craft centres. She holds demonstrations for organisations including Museums, and gives artist talks at galleries and community groups. She also established the online SchoolofBasketryArt.com with students from around the world.
Anne and Jay Sykes
Hannah Blackmore
Jo Soszynski
Opening Event :
Saturday 31 August 2024, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Daily Opening Times :
Monday 2 – Saturday 14 September 2024
Monday – Saturday 9:00am – 4:30pm
Sundays CLOSED
At other times by appointment
Some paintings have been previously been incorporated as part of ‘Shell-a-vision’ stop motion animations… Sounds and images made and mushed together with time. Used as back ground scenes or as cover art for music releases.
This exhibition focuses on the oil paintings.
Perceiving the world around us, stimulating an appetite of the mind… then trying to place that mind mess on a canvas to convey the thoughts in my head. Frustration, excitement and a coloured structured mess.
Imagination and influences of the natural environment are played with by shapes and colours.
Modern art in general has many great influences through out the art movement ism’s, especially the art movement cubism. In cubism there is an excitement of new ideas. Similarly, in this weird modern world, the digital and artificial again place new ideas into our reality. Questioning ideas and interpreting them with paint.
With colour, shape and form toying with view points and depths of the natural environment or the uniqueness of the human face.
Exhibition Dates :
Wednesday 31 July – Monday 30 September 2024
**Installation viewable 24/7
This exhibit showcases the profound beauty and significance of Arabic calligraphy through meticulously crafted vases and a unique umbrella, each adorned with intricate Arabic symbols and motifs. These pieces not only highlight the aesthetic allure of Arab art but also underscore its cultural and historical importance in the contemporary world.
The vases, with their elegant curves and detailed script, narrate tales of Arab heritage and wisdom, celebrating the timeless essence of Arabic language and art. Each motif is a reflection of a rich cultural tapestry, inviting viewers to explore and appreciate the depth and intricacy of Arab traditions.
These pieces form a harmonious dialogue between past and present, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the poetic and protective nature of Arabic art. Whispers of Heritage is a tribute to the enduring legacy of Arab culture and its profound relevance in today’s world.
Anne and Jay Sykes
Hannah Blackmore
Jo Soszynski
Mon – Fri | 10am – 4pm
Sat | 10am – 3pm
Sun | Closed
These works explore the interplay between the weather, the water and the shores. Sun, clouds, rain, wind and tides are instrumental in the change that constantly refreshes our experience. They dramatically influence the intensity of colour, change the shapes, affect the movement, and ultimately create the mood of a place.
These impressionistic, enlarged segments are inspired by details from the artist’s photos taken around Tasmania.
Daily Opening Times :
19 September – 27 October, 2024
Weekdays: 9am – 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am – 4pm
‘Living Ghosts: Above and Below the Waves’ is a follow up to Wendy Steinberg’s 2018 debut exhibition, ‘Creatures of the Deep’. Representing an evolution in the artist’s practice, this collection of work brings these threatened marine species to life, portrayed through a range of evocative artistic media.
Discover the Living Ghosts under threat
In Tasmania, we are fortunate to have some of the most distinctive marine environments on Earth. Yet, our marine species and the habitats that support them are in danger. The theme of ‘Living Ghosts: Above and Below the Waves’ underscores the very real risk of these species disappearing in our lifetime. The exhibition explores the mutual interdependence between the submarine and aerial worlds and how anthropogenic pressure in either domain threatens both.
Step into the mesmerising realm of Tasmania’s endangered marine species, brought to life through ink, watercolor, and mixed media artworks. Encounter the haunting elegance of the Maugean Skate, discover the elusive Spotted Handfish, marvel at the graceful flight of the wandering Albatross. These captivating species and more beckon you to delve deeper into their world, where each encounter reveals a story of survival and interconnectedness.
The Fight to Save the Living Ghosts
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness “Living Ghosts: Above and Below the Waves”. Delve into the enchanting world of Tasmania’s endangered marine species and learn about the conservation efforts underway to save these enchanting species from extinction.
Join Wendy in raising awareness about Tasmania’s marine biodiversity and the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect these living treasures, and recognising the immense value they represent to our living world.
Daily Opening Times :
Saturday 3 – Saturday 17 August, 2024
Wednesday – Friday 10am-4pm
Saturday 10am-2pm
Rocks make up the Earth’s solid outer layer, they form the ground beneath us and the landscape around us. When considered in their ubiquity and in relation to ourselves they hold a sense of permanence. They are synonymous with solidity and strength, and even immovability. Rocks however are in a constant state of change, of breaking down and reforming.
Priscilla Beck
Anna Eden
Lucy Hawthorne
Tim Panaretos
Lucy Parakhina
Madeleine Parsons
Edith Perrenot
Gabbee Stolp
Curated by Rebecca Holmes
Daily Opening Times :
Saturday 3 August – Monday 16 September 2024
Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday 10:00am – 2:00pm
The core premise of Material Desires revolves around the idea that consumerism, often criticized for its excesses and negative environmental impact, can also be a source of genuine happiness and personal fulfillment. The exhibition seeks to challenge conventional stereotypes surrounding consumer culture by exploring the emotional and personal dimensions of our favourite purchases. The core objectives of the exhibition are:
1. To Celebrate Diversity in Consumer Choices : Material Desires aims to showcase the vast spectrum of consumer items that people find joy in, highlighting the rich tapestry of tastes, interests, and backgrounds that make up our society.
2. To Challenge Assumptions : By examining the positive aspects of consumerism, the exhibition challenges stereotypes and encourages a more nuanced understanding of how our favourite things contribute to our well-being.
3. To Promote Self-Reflection : The artworks prompt visitors to reflect on their own cherished purchases and the personal significance of these objects in their lives.
4. To Foster Dialogue : The exhibition provides a platform for visitors to engage in meaningful conversations about consumerism, happiness, and the role of material possessions in our lives.
In summary, Material Desires, invites viewers to contemplate the emotional and personal dimensions of their acquisitions and explore the intersection of materialism, values, and identity