Notices

Warning to Sculptors
I received an email from someone enquiring about 2 sculptures to go to South Africa for the soccer world cup. I thought I would play along for a while to see how it will pan out. So I sent back a price for the 2 pieces. The “buyer” agreed straight away and asked me to contact some international freight companies in Vancouver. I checked out the companies and of course the email addresses for them did not exist. I think that everything with a gmail address is already a bit suspicious. The “buyer” also asked me to send an invoice so he could give me his credit card details. I replied that I don’t take credit card and that was the end of it. ……Rudi Jass

From Gillian Govan
Dear friends, My daughters Lael and Yvonne and I thank you most sincerely for all the kind messages of condolence and the beautiful floral tribute we received in memory of Peter. We have been over whelmed by the kindness and support shown to us through out this difficult time. Thank you all so much.

New Members
Welcome to the following new members:
Avis Gardner
Damian Vick

New ASV Treasurer
After 8 years in this position, and also acting as MIFGS Coordinator, Patrick has more than earned the right to retire. A new Association Treasurer is sought for the financial year to 30 June 2011.
The Treasurer: Advises on forward financial planning; Prepares annual and quarterly accounts, and accounts for exhibitions; Maintains records; Receives and banks all monies for the Association; Pays all bills and accounts for the Association; Liaises with public officer for statutory duties; In conjunction with Membership Coordinator, ensures that members are aware of their subscription liabilities, etc.
Knowledge of double entry bookkeeping, email and MSd or equivalent, is essential. Knowledge of MYOB or Quick Books is an advantage (training in either may be possible). Applications and/or nominations to the ASV Secretary or other Committee member please at the telephone shown in the Committee listing below.

Registration as Expert Witness
Subject: National Guide of Expert Witnesses 2010/2011 Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:30:38 +1000 From: Jackie Nemy To: 'mail@sculptorsvictoria.asn.au' Dear Michael, In July 2010 the Law Institute of Victoria (LIV) will launch the first edition of the National Guide of Expert Witnesses. Containing an extensive listing of experts across many specialist areas, this publication will be an invaluable resource for lawyers. Expert witnesses are frequently required by our members and the greater legal profession when preparing cases and for court appearances. The Guide will be distributed free to practising lawyers in July via the Law Institute Journal (LIJ), New South Wales Law Society Journal and the Queensland s Proctor journal. It will also be distributed to the national media. This means that over 46,000 copies will be distributed to lawyers in Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. In recognition of the expertise and professionalism of members of Association of Sculptors of Victoria the LIV would like to offer your members a discounted rate to be listed in the 2010/2011 National Guide to Expert Witnesses. Members can take up a standard listing or choose from a range of advertising sizes. As a professional association we would like you to encourage your members to get listed in the Guide so they may receive a 15% discount on any listing they require. Advertisements may be supplied or created here to meet your requirements Apply for the media kit which contains further information. Were very excited about this Guide and think it will be a fantastic resource for lawyers. Many of our members have been asking for such a title for some time, so I know it will be very well received. If you have any queries please don’t hesitate to contact me on 03 9607 9496 or Marese 03 9607 9337. Kind regards, Jackie Nemy, Publications Law Institute of Victoria, 470 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia Ph: +613 9607 9311 (Switchboard) Ph: +613 9607 9496 (Direct) Fax: +613 9607 9451 Email: jnemy@liv.asn.au Website: http://www.liv.asn.au

Betty Collier and other Overseas Travellers Please submit Photographs and a short article on any Sculpture or other worthwhile Art that you see while travelling.

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SCULPTURE IN THE VINEYARD, LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY, KOONWARRA
Sculpture in the Garden event for 2011 will be moving from my garden where it was shown at Berrys Creek in 2009/10 to the Lyre Bird Hill Winery on the Koonwarra – Inverloch Road between two tourism hot spots.
DATES: Set up Tuesday 14th December 2010
Opening Event Sunday 19th December
Take down Monday 31st January 2011
This covers the peak holiday season. Lyre Bird Hill Winery is open every day in January when up to 200 visitors per day may be expected, especially for their Sicilian Pizza days with music every Sunday.
Sculptors, who have not previously shown with Sculpture In The Garden, are invited to submit up to 3 pieces of large scale weatherproof work: smallest dimension 1m.
SETTING: The winery is in a prime position, set back from the highway with a driveway that accommodates 150 cars. It is a secure setting. The grounds are beautifully maintained and give a range of settings for sculptural work – apart from the vineyard with vistas to grassy areas surrounded by mature trees, there is a woodland path by old growth forest, an expanse of rolling lawns around the main building, a flat grassy area besides a waterhole and additional spaces where café tables are laid out.
Secure fencing, owners live on site. Public liability insurance.
This is an exhibition run by artists for artists, not for profit, the Application fee of £120 covers invitation cards and publicity in magazines and newspapers. With a 10% commission on sales to Lyre Bird Hill for full time manning and credit card facilities.
REQUEST fuller details and application forms from newberry.angela@gmail.com. Interested artists should apply as above OR to Margaret McPherson at 870 Koonwarra-Inverloch Road, Leongatha South 3953 – With images of typical work. Enclose stamped envelope for return of material if sent to Margaret.
Deadline 30th June - Selection will be made from material submitted.

Calling all members
If you have a special quotation you'd like to share....use the newsletter If you have anything for sale or want to buy...... use the newsletter If you have a handy tip ......use the newsletter If you have suggestions, views, concerns about the Association.......use the news letter If you want to volunteer to help.....please use the newsletter
Gillian Govan

Thanks are due to this winery for their continuing support of ASV functions. KOOYONGA CHAPEL WINERY is next to a ribbon of bush that runs from the Great Australian Divide down to Benalla. It is a small winery owned and operated by the Saunders family. The winemaker is Barry Saunders. 20 acres are planted with equal areas of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. First plantings were in 2000. The mild climate extends the ripening period and adds to the complexity and intensity of flavour in the grapes. See: www.kooyongachapel.com

New Edition of “Sculpture + the enemies”.
See: www.sculptureandtheenemies.com.au
This latest edition includes:

• Interviews with Jan King (NSW), Simon Perry (Vic), Alex Seton (NSW). 
• Gallery Exhibitions in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide. 
• Significant commissions by Michael Meszaros and Geoffrey Bartlett 
• Macquarie Sculpture Park. 
• Significant Exhibitions to Enter 
• Some Auction Results

The Sculptors Society
www.sculptorssociety.com
A leading Australian sculptors' organisation since 1951. Non-profit and based in Sydney, NSW. Showcasing modern and contemporary sculpture in all media - bronze, metal, stone, ceramic, wood, glass...






ASSOCIATION OF SCULPTORS OF VICTORIA INC
ASV Committee 2009 – 2010
President
Geoff Williams bh 9670 0824

Vice President
Michael Meszaros bh 9853 9610

Treasurer and Public Officer
Patrick Culshaw 9857 9153

Secretary
John Bishop 9885 2660

Committee members
Marija Patterson 9489 4537
Mark Cowie 5348 5696

ASV Coordinators 2009 – 2010

Monthly Activities
Gillian Govan 9579 1221

Membership
Kay Salehi 9808 4056

Web Site:
Jenny Rickards 9836 2738

Exhibitions:
Jenny Rickards (HISAF): 9836 2738
Patrick Culshaw (MIFGS): 9857 9153
Marija Patterson and Beatrice Magolotti (Annual)

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