Because the October news came out early some information couldn't be included so here is what wouldn't keep until the end of November.
THE NOVEMBER MEETING IS THE ASV CHRISTMAS PARTY..
In advance of silly season so we can relax and enjoy the company of other sculptors over BBQ lunch and a drop of Christmas cheer......
On 20th November At the home of Gillian Govan,
20 England Street East Bentleigh 3165 Melway 77 J 2
BYO meat and could we please have volunteers for salads or desserts.
Chair and card table may be needed.
Door open any time after 11am.. Look forward to a big crowd with partners and family welcome
As the party has been in Northern Suburbs for last few years we thought it would be nice for bay side members to come a little closer to home....
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OCTOBER MEETING
"People learn nothing when they're asleep
and very little when they're bored..."
- John Cleese
and I maintain they learn even less if they aren't even there..... the eight people who were at the Community Arts room on Wednesday evening had a lot of fun looking at the bits and pieces people brought in:
JOHN BISHOP brought in some Paulownia wood that he had carved, and a range of hand carving tools – not his beautiful carving axe but a range of knives and chisels some on a multi-tool arrangement
GILLIAN GOVAN showed us her Dremel and the Duratec from Jaycar she had just bought and the fantastic range of attachments including a flexible drive... there were many oohs and ah's... and a couple of “let's buy that and can we get a discount if we buy several at once?” There was talk of people's favourite attachment and some interesting uses – such as using the Dremel as a lathe. In fact Gillian is going to buy for a few people you can contact her on 0412122884 or email gmps.govan@bigpond.com. There was discussion of using gel gloves when using power tools – some of the more moderate hands use gel bicycle gloves as they fit better.
AVIS GARDNER showed us a perspex roller that she uses to create even thickness pieces in her clay work, and also a small plaster block – again for manipulating clay – she gave us a fascinating insight into the making of her beautiful and intricate sculptures.
JENNY RICKARDS brought in a cabinet scraper that looks like French curves – very handy for getting a good surface on carved wood. Also the literature for a room air filtration unit – a great piece of OH&S equipment that sets up an air circulation pattern in the studio and filters out harmful dust before it settles out – to rise and offend next time you walk into the studio. The university study on room air filtration unit is on the Internet at
http://www.jet-tools.com.au/Media/Tool%20Test%20Air%20Filters_FWW.pdf
MICHAEL MESZAROS brought in a new copper fabricated work and talked about the tips and tricks of making it, and he talked about a couple of new works and the means of placing them on site – including getting bluestone from China rather than Australia
We all learned something – and took away some great camaraderie.
And the day after the meeting - Gillian did a carving course with Jenny Whiteside. “Excellent. I carved soapstone and Marija and another friend did limestone. A very worthwhile day when we learnt a lot, talked a lot and had something to show for it at the end.”
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EXHIBITIONS AND THINGS TO SEE, EXHIBITIONS TO ENTER
The ASV invites all member sculptors to submit works for inclusion to the Elliot-ASV Gallery located at 356-358 Punt Road, South Yarra into the new trimester exhibition for November/December/January. Entry forms and conditions of entry: http://www.sculptorsvictoria.asn.au/elliott_asv_entry_oct_2011.pdf http://www.sculptorsvictoria.asn.au/elliott_asv_conditions_sept_2011.pdf
Applications Close: Wednesday, 26th October 2011 ****************************************************************************************** Information for the Herring Island and MIF&GS 2012 Exhibitions will be sent out shortly. These are two great exhibitions in which to participate so polish up those ideas and be ready!
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16 Oct - 24 Nov
Garden of Eden Sculpture Exhibition
Vere Apothecary, 427 Hampton St, Hampton
http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=32477
20 Oct - 4 Nov
Opening Night Thu 20 Oct 6.30pm
Brighton Recreational Centre Art Show - 93 Outer Crescent, Brighton
29 Oct - 6 Nov
Glenyon Annual Sculpture Show
http://glenlyon.vicau/calendar-of-events/glenlyon-annual-sculpture-show-2011
8 Nov - Mar
Toyota Gallery Sculpture Exhibition
http://www.watcharts.com.au/toyota.html
Sat 19 Nov - 1 Dec
The Highway Gallery - Mt Waverley "Poverty & Hope" Community Art Exhibition
http://povertyandhope.blogspot.com/
Fri 2nd Dec, Sat 3rd Dec and Sun 4th Dec
Art at Burnley Harbour
http://www.contemporaryartsociety.org.au/exhibitions/burnley_harbour/burnley_harbour.html
The opening of the Deakin University Small Sculpture Award in the Deakin Gallery, Burwood Campus, is on Wed. 2 Nov. at 6 pm. RSVP by 28 Oct on 9244 5344 or artgallery@deakin.edu.au
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OPPORTUNITY
Northlakes Toukley Rotary Club has a sculpture prize of $10,000 non acquisitive, highly commended of $3,500.
Website: www.ccartsfestival.com.au
Contact Ken Smith email sotg@ccartsfestival.com.au
Ph 0407 921 073
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GRAND RE-OPENING OF BRUNO’S ART GALLERY
Well, it's been a busy time, but it's certainly all been for a good cause and I'm delighted to finally announce that the Grand Re-opening date for the Gallery will be Sunday November 6th.Looking back this is something of a miracle!
Having had no insurance for the gallery, due to circumstances, there has been a lot of unexpected magic along the way in the form of the hands and hearts of so many amazing people who have given so much along this transformational journey . . .
We are touched and can't thank people enough for their generosity of time, energy, help and support along the way.
I've considered myself more 'Bruno The Builder' for the last two years! I'm extremely happy with how the gallery building is looking and it will be great to finally open the doors to the world.
It's fantastic and rewarding to stand back now and see the gallery and house both almost complete!
Bruno
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MEMBER'S EXHIBITION
DRAWINGS PRINTS SCULPTURES
3 – 22 November 2011
Suzanne Kaldor
New Work
Yarra Sculpture Gallery
117 Vere Street, Abbotsford 3067
Contact Suzanne: 0419 591 046
Wednesdays and Sundays 12-5pm
www.yarrasculpturegallery.com.au yarrasculpturegallery@gmail.com
The opening of the Exhibition is on the 5th of November , Saturday 2-4PM
and I will be there every day Wednesday - Sunday from 12 noon until 5PM
with coffee and nibbles and of course with a big welcoming smile. Suzanne
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FOR NAVA MEMBERS
We are pleased to announce that entries are NOW OPEN for NAVA’s Annual Xmas Card Competition.
Offered exclusively to NAVA members, this competition is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure from and promote your work.
The selected image will be showcased on a digital e-card and will be the featured artist on NAVA’s website throughout the Xmas period. The artist will also receive a copyright fee for the use of their artwork.
TO ENTER, email the URL for your 'Artist Gallery' on the NAVA website with your full name and membership number to Micaela Giffney Promotions Coordinator micaela@visualarts.net.au with ‘Xmas card' in the subject field. If you have an image preference, make sure you mention this is your email.
The competition deadline is COB Friday 4 November 2011
Only the winner will be contacted and a formal announcement will be made nationally via the NAVA news e-bulletin on Thursday 8 December 2011.
Media Desk
National Association for the Visual Arts (NAVA)
PO Box 60, Potts Point, NSW 1335.
T 02 9368 1900
F 02 9358 6909
E mediadesk@visualarts.net.au
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OLD POST OFFICE SEYMOUR
Spring Art ends Sunday 6th November.
Just a reminder not to miss the exhibition of works byMalcolm Beattie, Gregory R Smith, Kevin Boucher & John Orlando Birt.Open Wednesday to Sunday 11am to 4pm & Wed to Sat eves from 6pm.
Also open Monday 31st Oct - Cup Eve 11am – 4pm
www.artseymour.com.au
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OF INTEREST TO SCULPTORS
I was hoping you could put some marble carvers in touch with me. I have about 3 tons of Chillagoe black and white marble. All pieces are quite large, with flat bases on them. I am looking for someone to take the marble from Hampton. Could you please advise if you would have anyone interested? Thank you. Regards, Donna donnagough1@gmail.com ************************************************************************
Thanks to Michael Meszaros, Gillian Govan, Janice McCarthy and Monica Mauer for putting the information together
Jenny Rickards
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