December 17, 2024
STEFAN DUNLOP FEATURES IN PUBLICATION 'THE STUDIO PROJECT'


In a new book dedicated to the creative environments of Sunshine Coast Artists, Stefan Dunlop has been featured. The book includes a stunning collection of photographs from each artists studios, taken by Christine Hall, as well as audio from the artists. Stefan Dunlop's bright, airy workspace as seen in Hall's photographs is in harmony with his bold, colourful, and confident canvases.
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1/ Cover of 'The Studio Project', courtesy Christine Hall
2/ Stefan Dunlop in his studio, courtesy Christine Hall
November 30, 2024
CONGRATULATIONS TO VIPOO SRIVILASA FOR HIS NEW TRAVELLING SCULPTURAL EXHIBITION

Congratulations to Vipoo Srivilasa for his exhibition ‘re/JOY’, which is currently at the Australian Design Centre and touring across five states over the next three years. These statues, standing 1.5 metres tall, centre a collection of broken ceramic pieces that were personally significant to a range of families and their experiences of migration. Fragments of teapots, tiles, and bowls from across the world are included in this reimagining of strength, community, and healing. The creation of these figures was inspired by a previous project of Srivilasa’s (of the same name - re/JOY) in Warrnambool, repairing people's broken ceramics that were too sentimental to be thrown away. Srivilasa continuously brings new life and joy to old pottery.
The exhibition is currently on at the Australian Design Centre, Sydney until 19 February 2025. The exhibition will tour Australia from 2025 to 2027.
November 22, 2024
ARI ATHANS UNVEILS NEW PUBLIC SCULPTURE IN SYDNEY

Congratulations to Ari Athans whose work ‘A ripple and a rock’, made in collaboration with Urban Art Projects is now installed at Wentworth Point in Sydney.
This work is inspired by sedimentary rocks such as sandstone and shale which make up the ripple valley of Sydney Harbour.
Seeking to re-invoke the soft and natural elements of the area, ‘A ripple and a rock’ signals a place and a point of arrival along the urban coastline. The forms appear to have tumbled together and washed ashore, their shape framing the bay and supporting view lines across the water.
- Ari Athans
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A ripple and a rock 2024
sandstone, cast aluminium, fabricated steel
dimensions variable
November 15, 2024
YARRENYTY ARLTERE ARTISTS TO FEATURE IN DESERT MOB EXHIBITION


The Desert Mob exhibition by Desart showcases works from 35 art centres across Mparntwe/Alice Springs. Among the artworks, were a series of ink paintings and soft sculptures by Yarrenyty Arletere Artists.
November 12, 2024
BELEM LETT IS A FINALIST IN THE 2024 REDLAND ART AWARDS

Congratulations to Belem Lett who is a finalist in the 2024 Redland Art Awards with his work 'Flight Path'.
The Redland Art Awards is a biennial contemporary painting competition open to all Australian artists, presented by Redland Art Gallery.
The finalists exhibition will be held at the Redland Art Gallery, opening Friday 6 December 2024.
IMAGE:
Belem Lett
‘Flight Path’ 2024
oil, clear primer on brushed aluminium
122 x 94 cm
November 12, 2024
BRIDIE GILLMAN IS A FINALIST IN THE 2024 REDLAND ART AWARD

Congratulations to Bridie Gillman who is a finalist in the 2024 Redland Art Awards with her work 'See from sky'.
The Redland Art Awards is a biennial contemporary painting competition open to all Australian artists, presented by Redland Art Gallery.
The finalists exhibition will be held at the Redland Art Gallery, opening Friday 6 December 2024.
IMAGE:
See from sky 2024
oil on canvas
October 29, 2024
ELISA GOSSE COMPLETES RESIDENCY AT BUNDANON

Eliza Gosse recently completed a week as artist in residence at Bundanon
‘I spent the week painting on ceramics taking inspiration from this landscape. The Boyd family have such a rich history with pottery so was an inspiring place to do so.’
The Artist in Residence program is a pillar of Bundanon, an organisation created to support creativity and learning in a unique cultural and natural landscape.
‘A place for the community to enjoy the bush and the river, and a place to be used as a forum where those from every facet from the arts and sciences could get together.’ - Arthur Boyd
This competitive residency program is made possible by the generous contribution of Arthur and Yvonne Boyd to the Australian public. Established in 1997, it has grown to become the largest program of its kind in Australia, hosting over 250 artists annually.
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Eliza painting ceramics at Bundanon
October 23, 2024
CONGRATULATIONS TO VIPOO SRIVILASA ON NEW PUBLICATION 'POSITIVE ART WORK'


We are delighted to share the recent publication of ‘Vipoo Srivilasa: Positive Art Work’. This comprehensive monograph celebrates over 25 years of Vipoo Srivilasa’s influential career in ceramics.
Known for his accessible, positive, and beautiful work, Vipoo’s art reflects his life in both Australia and Thailand, using clay to tell stories and bring people together.
The essays have been contributed by:
Alice Pung: Writer and editor
Glenn Barkley: Artist, writer, and curator
Samantha Littley: Curator, Australian Art, QAGOMA
Lisa Cahill: CEO and Artistic Director, Australian Design Centre
Tiffany Johnson: Publisher and author
Published by Paper Boat Press Edition and The Australia Design Center
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1/ Front cover of 'Vipoo Srivilasa: Positive Artwork'
2/ Example Spread of 'Vipoo Srivilasa: Positive Artwork'
October 18, 2024
CONGRATULATIONS TO JOHN BOKOR WHO IS A FINALIST IN THE 2024 KEDUMBA DRAWING PRIZE

We are thrilled to share that John Bokor is a finalist in the 2024 Kedumba Drawing Prize with his work 'After the Feast'.
The Kedumba Drawing Award is a $20,000 acquisitive award open to resident Australian artists working in the broad sphere of drawing. The winning work will become a permanent part of The Kedumba Collection, which is considered to be the most important collection of Australian drawings outside the National Gallery.
The finalists exhibition will be held from 17 November - 15 December, Kedumba Gallery, NSW
IMAGE:
After the Feast 2024
charcoal, wash and collage
71 x 90cm
October 16, 2024
SALLY M NANGALA MULDA FEATURES IN UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND ART MUSEUM 'DUSK OF NATIONS'

Four of Sally M Nangala Mulda's paintings are the focal point of the current exhibition at the University of Queensland Art Museum 'Dusk of Nations'. The exhibition featured works from Australian-based artists exploring the resistance, subversion, and defence of nationhood. The selected works survey varying perspectives of national identity and highlight the importance of recognising these differences of experience.
“Scenes of communal joy and peace are hung alongside scenes of housing insecurities, domestic violence and police brutality. Through her paintings, Mulda generously offers us a glimpse of her community – a place of both injustice and hope.”
It was wonderful to see Sally’s paintings of her life in Mpwetyerre represented in this thought-provoking exhibition.
READ MORE HERE
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Installation views of ‘Dusk of Nations’, UQ Art Museum 2024. Image courtesy Joe Ruckli