The Association of Sculptors of Victoria is an inclusive, not-for-profit collective of contemporary artists whose purpose is to inspire,stimulate and advance the appreciation, creation, and exploration of three-dimensional art in society.
Letter from the President for November and December
Dear Members,
The last newsletter for 2012… Where did the year go? It has been very busy year sculpturally with all our exhibitions to prepare for. Not a great year for sales but that unfortunately is a sign of the times. The exhibitions have all been really grand and given us all something to work towards and an opportunity to display our work..
Dates for Your Diary
Entries close for Herring Island Exhibition - December ‘12
Herring Island Summer Arts Festival - 19 January to 7 April 2013
ASV Herring Island Exhibition - 19 January to 3 February 2013
Entries close for MIFGS - 22 February 2013
The ASV Christmas Party
Well this isn't a picture from this year’s Christmas party - it’s from the 2007 one. In 2012 participants had so much fun no one took pictures!
Thank you to Gillian for hosting this event and Season’s Greetings to all!
Herring Island Summer Arts Festival
Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 20th to 24th March 2013
Following the great success of this year’s exhibition, I am pleased to inform you that Entry Forms for the ASV MIFGS Sculpture Exhibition 2013 (20-24 March) will soon be available for downloading from the ASV website.
Catching up on News and Opportunities
Don’t miss
Louise Bourgeois: Late Works
24 November 2012 - 11 March 2013At Heide Gallery and Sculpture Park
http://www.heide.com.au/#/exhibitions/current/exhibition/louise-bourgeois-late-works/edate/2012-11-24/eid/24
nor the McClelland Gallery Survey and Sculpture Award
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor,
I wish to share some observations regarding the recent Annual Exhibition and Awards show at the Yarra Sculpture Gallery.
First let me thank the organizers for putting on a professional and strikingly visual show.
Artanica
Mt Macedon and District Horticultural Society Inc. extends an invitation to you to exhibit at Artanica 2013.
Artanica, a major biennial event, on the weekend of 20 and 21 April 2013, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, at ‘Lewisham’ located on Mt Macedon Road, Macedon. Lewisham, with its backdrop of magnificent trees, gardens and lakes, is an ideal site for the exhibition of garden sculpture in all of its various media.
President's Letter for October
Dear Members
It is with great pleasure that I write this letter with my sincere congratulations to all the entries in the 2012 Exhibition and Awards. A great effort. The opening went well and the prizes were duly awarded. Congratulations to all the winners. My special Thanks go to Beatrice Magalotti and all those who helped. Congratulations.
It is with great pleasure that I write this letter with my sincere congratulations to all the entries in the 2012 Exhibition and Awards. A great effort. The opening went well and the prizes were duly awarded. Congratulations to all the winners. My special Thanks go to Beatrice Magalotti and all those who helped. Congratulations.
The October Meeting
The 18 members who attended the October meeting were treated to a fascinating presentation by the Internationally recognized Turkish/Australian sculptor Fatih Samiz. Fatih came to Australia from Istanbul in 2008 and has been a full time sculptor since then. His work spans a wide range of media from stone, concrete to all types of metal and techniques including sand casting of aluminum.
ASV Annual and Awards Exhibition 2012
Future Opportunities
There is plenty happening in this section - take the time to read through the entire article....
Herring Island Summer Arts Festival - ASV Sculpture Exhibition
19 January to 3 February 2013
Sogetsu at Qdos Gallery
"Drunken Growth" |
Walking in to the gallery one gets the feeling that the exhibition as a whole reads well.There is an interesting variety of size, shape and form apparent that is pleasing.
ASV Christmas Party
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!!!
There is a change of venue and date for theASV Christmas party
Schmooze - Forum on Public Art and Artists
On Sunday 7th October along with several members of the association I attended a public forum at the Kingston Art Centre Moorabbin where three prominent figures discussed the place of public works in our history and in their lives.. Monuments, memorials and civic statues are commonly encountered forms of public art created to commemorate a person , an important event historical, architecture or cultural heritage
Members' News and other Interesting Stuff
Again this is a long section - take the trouble to read all of it - there is a lot going on!
Farewell to Audrey Dahlstrom
Audrey was a long term member of the A.S.V. and a dedicated sculptor.
She died on the 6th. October aged 90.
Audrey and Andy had a property at Omeo where most of Audreys major sculptures were constructed.
We send our condolances to all her family, her grandchildren and great grandson Anders. named after her husband Anders (Andy)
She will be remembered and mourned by all who knew her.
Valda Cuming
President's Letter for September
Greetings,
I have just returned from almost 3 weeks in Vietnam. I turned off my iPhone and only checked my emails 3 times…. Bliss. When I returned I opened my emails and realised what busy lives we all lead. There was information about Tesselaar, Our Annual Exhibition and Awards, our involvement in Herring Island Summer Arts Festival and many other exhibitions in which our members are involved. Part of me says “we are too busy” and part says, “How very lucky we are to have the ability, the opportunity and the money to pursue our art.” I met one lady in Vietnam who said, “I am happy I have food” It was a very humbling experience.
I have just returned from almost 3 weeks in Vietnam. I turned off my iPhone and only checked my emails 3 times…. Bliss. When I returned I opened my emails and realised what busy lives we all lead. There was information about Tesselaar, Our Annual Exhibition and Awards, our involvement in Herring Island Summer Arts Festival and many other exhibitions in which our members are involved. Part of me says “we are too busy” and part says, “How very lucky we are to have the ability, the opportunity and the money to pursue our art.” I met one lady in Vietnam who said, “I am happy I have food” It was a very humbling experience.
October's Meeting
Isometric Trinity in Shanghai - image courtesy Fatih Semiz |
September Members’ Meeting
We had better weather for the September meeting but.. as many people apologised as attended. Never-the-less it was a lively time in the comfort of the Ashburton Baptist Church Meeting Room. Thanks to Jenny Whiteside who brought the tea and coffee box.
Notes from the most recent Committee Meeting
- The Annual is progressing well . Beatrice sending out invitations. Publicity being carried out by Zoe. But there is a need for a new consolidated list of contacts to be made for next years exhibition. Can anyone help with this please. Photography will be done by Janice McCarthy
Tesselaar Sculpture Prize
Andrew Kasper's "Tranquility" image Mark Cowie |
News and Opportunities
Remember to read all of this section - lots of information in here!
EXHIBITION OPPORTUNITY!
Dear ASV members,We would like to extend an invitation to exhibit in our new “Sculpture Garden”at this years Art at Burnley Harbour in December 2012. There is the opportunity to display sculpture that is suitable for either indoor and outdoors. We would particularly like to see some larger pieces, to be displayed in the parkland area adjoining the wetlands. (see conditions)
President's Letter for August 2012
Summary of ASV AGM
The ASV Annual General Meeting was held on 15th August and resulted in the reappointment of the committee including:
September and onwards
The meeting will take us back to the Ashburton Baptist Church Meeting Rooms. The building is entered from the Marquis street car park. The whole committee is undertaking to perform whatever dance is necessary to ensure better weather than for the AGM.
How to log into the new web site
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Politics and Art
The following letter was published in the Age on Friday 3rd August
From: michael meszaros
From: michael meszaros
Qdos Gallery in Lorne
You get to see great sculpture at Qdos Gallery in Lorne - so I’m always sorry to see their winter break notification. However the gallery and performances will be back on 3rd of September and the fun begins all over again:
News and Opportunities
This is a long page full of information - so click on the heading and scroll down - plenty to learn here.
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THE CONTEMPORARY ART SOCIETY OF VICTORIA Inc.
July Letter from the President
Gillian Govan |
How would you like to be involved in the running of Victoria’s premier sculpture organisation? Sounds grandiose doesn’t it? But as a member, you are part of this association with a great 80 year history in the arts.
The history makes interesting reading as the association has gone through many wonderful and difficult times. Its enthusiastic members have always brought it through. These are challenging times with down turn and uncertainty in the economy and therefore low art sales but we still keep working because we love making sculpture and the association moves on.
VALE JEAN CARSON GRAY
We were saddened to hear of the death of Jean Carson Gray.
Deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Jean has been a member of the ASV for many years, was a very talented artist and sculptor and contributed a great deal to us over a long period of time. She started a group called the “Eclectics” by inviting a group of like minded artists to join.
Deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Jean Carson Gray "Little Bull" shown at the 2007 Annual Exhibition |
Jean has been a member of the ASV for many years, was a very talented artist and sculptor and contributed a great deal to us over a long period of time. She started a group called the “Eclectics” by inviting a group of like minded artists to join.
The 2012 AGM and other Diary Dates
Dates for Your Diary
August Meeting - 15 August - AGMComplete with discussion on pricing your work and running a business as an artist
September Meeting - 12 September
Tesselaar Sculpture Prize
- 13 September to 9 October
Working with Foundries and Fabricators Overseas
Todd Stuart is a new member with extensive experience working with foundries and fabricators in China and the Middle East. His approach is different to our accustomed way of working and this article should provide food for thought and discussion.
ASV Annual and Awards Exhibition
Yarra Sculpture Space 17 October to 4 November 2012
ABOUT OUR PRIZES
The two awards sections of the Annual Exhibition were instigated by significant sculptors in the ASV’s history. Read more about the development of the sections, the judging and the prizes in the history of the ASV on our website.
Odd Spot
I was attracted to this article in the ABC online about a sculpture installed for the London Olympics http://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-23/london-bus-transformed-into-robotic-sculpture/4147322. Of course ABC copyright is such that I can’t use their image to illustrate the article - fortunately you can also see the work in the artist’s studio on You Tube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PG5_bscyE4
News and Opportunities
Free Networking Forum for Artists
Sunday 7th October 2pm-4pmMonuments, memorials, and civic statues are one of the most commonly encountered forms of public art, created to commemorate a person, important event, historic architecture or cultural heritage. Join 3 panelists, industrial leaders and experts in the area of public art in Australia and internationally.
Ken Scarlett, OAM, Peter Corlett and Dean Bowen. Not to be missed. Booking is essential and places are limited. For more information 9556 4440 or visit www.kingstonarts.com.au
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Shortlisted artists announced for the Mt Buller Sculpture Award 10 Jun 2012
The June Letter from the President
Greetings,
Last weekend I spent at a farm working in a big, cold, damp, windy shed on an experimental sculpture that no one will buy. There has got to be a better way of spending my time I must be going a little doolally as I actually enjoyed myself.
Last weekend I spent at a farm working in a big, cold, damp, windy shed on an experimental sculpture that no one will buy. There has got to be a better way of spending my time I must be going a little doolally as I actually enjoyed myself.
Activities, Photography and other thoughts
Firstly I would like to thank Gordon and his wife Maggie for hosting our last meeting.
Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday the 11th of July at the Masonic Hall Rowans Road Moorabbin Melway Ref 77H7
Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday the 11th of July at the Masonic Hall Rowans Road Moorabbin Melway Ref 77H7
The June Meeting with Benjamin Gilbert
The June meeting of the Sculptors Association Of Victoria was held in Ormond on Wednesday 13th June.
Michael Meszaros OAM
Gillian Govan as President, and myself as President in 2011, have much pleasure in advising of the following inclusion in the General Division of the Order of Australia Medal in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list published 11 June 2012:
More on the PPSR from NAVA and ARTS Law
Nothing like going to the source! Here are three You Tube clips put out by NAVA on the
Personal Properties Securities Register:
Personal Properties Securities Register:
News and Interesting Stuff
Letter from the President - May 2012
Gillian Govan |
I have many failings. One of them is that to read the newsletters I print them, then sit comfortably and read them. My second failing is that I hoard and collect so the newsletters get filed away in a white folder. The other evening I was browsing through the folder. Interesting.
June and Onwards
Our June meeting will be held in the warmth and comfort of the home of Gordon Robertson who has kindly offered hospitality for the evening. At 44 Newham Grove Ormond Mel Ref. 68 E8 on Wednesday 13th June at 7.30 pm
The May Meeting
Gillian and Rudi |
On Wednesday May 9th 15 members attended the studio of prominent sculptor Rudi Jass. The feeling that we were going to see something special was created as we entered the gated enclave he shares with two other businesses, to be greeted by some spectacular examples of Rudi’s art at the entrance of his studio, in Bayswater North.
ASV News and Events
Yarra Sculpture Space
located at 117 Vere Street, Abbotsford
The dates for the exhibition will be
17 October – 4 November 2012
If you would like to be part of the organising committee now is the time. Any small part would be greatly appreciated. Please do not hesitate to contact me.
NAVA, ArtsLaw and the PPSR
Only eight people attended a presentation by the Australian Government Solicitor and Arts Law on the Personal Property Securities Register.
Announcement of the 2012 Toorak Village Sculpture Exhibition Award Winners
The $10,000 (non acquisitive) award judged by Phillip Doggett-Williams - artist and arts educator was presented at the Opening Event last Friday night that was formally opened by Andrea Coote MLC. Two hundred+ artists, traders, sponsors, councillors, residents and special guests attended the TOK H Centre for the announcements.
Jindevick Sculpture Exhibition
News, Snippets and Opportunities
Letter from the President - April 2012
ASV at Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2012
News and Opportunities Outside the ASV
A mass email was sent out earlier in April notifying members of an expression of Interest process for a project in Banyule Council: The Greensborough Walk Public Art Commission.
Report on the April Meeting
The last meeting was held at the Armadale Meeting Rooms, 2 Fulton Street Armadale. The evening had to be changed at short notice to the Thursday - the Wednesday evenings being booked out totally. We had some video material and discussion on kinetic sculpture - it was fun - but only 8 people turned up.
Future Meetings
Coming up in May
Gillian has confirmed with Ben Fasham that we can take a small group to the factory. I think the earlier the better as they have a big piece that they are moving to Canberra the second week. Due to OH&S safety issues we are unable to visit Fashams in Clayton during our usual evening meeting time but we could make up a small party during the day.Welcome to New Members
Recently we have welcomed Amy Cohen, Balwyn, Jennifer Coles, Maldon, Ben Fasham, Clayton South, Jo Moulton, Bairnsdale, Scott Murrells, Ashburton, Pat OÇonnell, Clifton Springs, Kay Steventon, Eltham, Todd Lyndon Stuart, Bayswater, Denise Lynch, Bacchus Marsh, Cetta Pilati, Alphington, Fatih Semiz, Brighton, Tas Wansbrough, Ballarat, Aleida Wright, Park Orchards, Mark Doran, Mt Eliza, Diane Thompson, Castlemaine.
NAVA and Arts Law News
PPSR information:
Seminar - The Personal Property Securities Act 2009 and how it affects artistsThe Arts Law Centre is partnering with the Australian Government Solicitor to present a free seminar in Melbourne on the Personal Property Securities Act and the Personal Property Security Register which enables people to register their interest in personal property.
ASV Library
Since “volunteering” to manage the ASV library Marija has had a few extra things to cope with. However we would like to keep the concept alive in members’ minds. So stand by for information about:
- accessing books
- donating books
- returning books
- hints for books you would like to see in the library....
Collingwood Expression of Interest
A home for the ASV? A studio for you?
Yarra Council is asking for expressions of interest for two buildings in Collingwood. Ultimately three buildings will be open to offers - 152A Hoddle Street, 117 Vere Street Collingwood and 119 Vere Street Collingwood. Check http://www.yarracity.vic.gov.au/services/Arts/eoi-for-collingwood-buildings/117 Vere Street is the current Yarra Sculpture Space and abode of the Contemporary Sculptors Association.
At this stage there isn’t a committee member with a specific portfolio to investigate this. In the mean time there is no reason why individual members should not put in a word for themselves and their needs.
Submissions close on Friday 11th May
Help! Wanted! Needed!
The newsletter needs helpers: we have been reducing the work load by splitting off little bits - specifically the mail out. This is no longer a huge task as it involves printing fewer than 40 newsletters and posting them to a list provided to you. You can either print sticky labels yourself or we’ll find someone else to do it. The treasurer reimburses all costs. If you think you can help please contact newsletter@sculptorsvictoria.asn.au
Please!
Please!
Letter from the President
Gillian Govan |
The March Meeting
The April Meeting: 12th April at 7:30pm
Please note the change of day and date!
Thursday 12th April at 7:30pm
The Venue: Armadale Meeting Rooms; 2 Fulton St, ArmadaleMelway Reference: Map 58 J7
This is a new venue - Jenny and Gillian checked it out - it is tucked in near a U3A centre and seems seems fairly central - if anything can ever satisfy our widespread membership; it has heating and cooling, a kitchen, tables and chairs, a whiteboard and projection screen - luxury!
MIFGS Set Up
Mark Cowie has done an amazing job with MIFGS. It is possibly due to his enthusiasm that so many outside sculptors are showing work with us - and congratulations to all the sculptors who rose to the challenge of the grand Central Boulevarde of the Carlton Gardens.
Notes from the ASV Committee Meetings
Wednesday, 5 October 2011.
John Ride tabled cash disbursements, P&L, Balance SheetOpportunities Outside the ASV
This section is for members to share any information that may come up - this one came to us through Gillian Govan:
Scope Gallery in Warrnambool is introducing an Art Award- Art Concerning Environment, which will highlight environmental issues and concepts. Warrnambool lies at the end of the Great Ocean Road in South West Victoria.
Scope Art Award
Scope Gallery in Warrnambool is introducing an Art Award- Art Concerning Environment, which will highlight environmental issues and concepts. Warrnambool lies at the end of the Great Ocean Road in South West Victoria.
NAVA notes
NAVA has a fairly hefty program of professional development ideas. The most recent email that came out was about online promotion:
News Outside the ASV
PAMELA IRVING’S GRAND OPENING of the PATTERSON STATION MOSIAC WALLS
On Sunday 4th March, a few hundred interested people gathered at the Patterson Road Station in Bentleigh, to witness the Official Opening of 150 square metres of mosaics on the walls of the underpass and the entrance to the station. (750 artists provided the works).Sculpere February 2012
President's Letter February 2012
ASV PROGRAM FOR PERIOD TO 2012
14th March Monthly ASV Meeting at Bayside Sculpture Studio.
Gael O’Leary has kindly agreed to open her studio and gallery for the ASV meeting. Bayside Sculpture was established to provide opportunities for emerging sculptors, particularly women, to further their artistic development, to create commissioned work,religious and other, of high standard and aesthetic quality and to offer opportunities for artists particularly sculptors to exhibit their work.
Gael O’Leary has kindly agreed to open her studio and gallery for the ASV meeting. Bayside Sculpture was established to provide opportunities for emerging sculptors, particularly women, to further their artistic development, to create commissioned work,religious and other, of high standard and aesthetic quality and to offer opportunities for artists particularly sculptors to exhibit their work.
Herring Island Summer Arts Festival 2012 - until 1 April
The ASV Meeting of 15th February 2012
The first meeting of the year was in a new location – the Masonic Hall Rowans Road Moorabbin. Sixteen sculptors found the place and enjoyed a great evening. The proceedings were a reminder that our greatest resource is our fellow members – the diversity of ideas, skills, tools and approaches to sculpture is a revelation and an inspiration.
Exhibition Opportunities and Notices from Outside ASV
The Chelsea International Fine Art Competition.
This highly respected juried contest now in its 27th year is a great opportunity for juror-selected artists to advance their careers and to maximize exposure to collectors and the New York art scene.
This highly respected juried contest now in its 27th year is a great opportunity for juror-selected artists to advance their careers and to maximize exposure to collectors and the New York art scene.
Members News and Thanks
Vision in Motion, Homage to Hungary
Works by Istvan Horkay, Andrew Mezei, Michael Meszaros and Istvan Orosz. This is an exhibition of works by artists who are either resident Hungarians or of direct Hungarian origin (Mezei and Meszaros).ASV ACTIVITIES AND EXHIBITIONS
HERRING ISLAND SUMMER ARTS
FESTIVAL
Two Mud Men by Lisa Toft
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ASV exhibition closes January 29, 2012
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Melbourne
International Flower and Garden Show 2012
Outdoor
Sculpture Competition and Exhibition
Applications Close: Friday, 24 February 2012
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NEXT MEMBERS’ MEETING
Due to the fact that our previous meeting rooms are being renovated we are now without a home. However as Ex- Activities Coordinator (!!!!) I have organised a room at the Moorabbin Masonic Hall, Rowans Road, Moorabbin Mel Ref. Map77 G7 on the 3rd Wednesday 15th February.
This will not be permanent but will give a bit of time to find a new venue we can call home. If anyone has any contact or ideas please contact me or Jenny Rickards.
This does however give a great opportunity for some of our new Bayside members to come along and meet some of their fellow sculptors. It would also be great to see some of our longstanding members who have been unable to come for a while due to the distance to travel. I also hope this will not deter members living near our previous meeting rooms from joining us. I have not organised a speaker but being the first meeting we can just socialise. Please bring some work to talk about, some handy hints or interesting photos articles or books. These evenings have been a great success in the past and good fun.
I would also be pleased for any suggestions re: Speakers demonstrations or outings for the coming year
Happy New Year to You all…. Gillian Govan..ex-Activities coordinator – 0412 122 884
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ASV COMMITTEE MEETING
The next ASV Committee Meeting shall be Wednesday evening 8 February 2012.
OTHER ACTIVITIES AND EXHIBITIONS
NEW GALLERY at DAYLESFORD
We are starting up an art gallery and sculpture park just outside Daylesford in March 2012 and were wanting to know if you have any of your members who wanted to display their works. Our Gallery Sculpture park and Café is set in the grounds of an 1861 primary school in Glenlyon. The grounds offer beautiful 100 year old elm trees and gardens as well as the original school building. Glenlyon is 8km from Daylesford and 12 km from Piper Street Kyneton, it is a small vibrant country town with a general store and the soon to be Old School Gallery & Café, we will also be a licensed premises. Enquiries to hello@2cool4school.com.au
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EXHIBITION UPDATE: The 1st prize for this year has just been approved by our TVTA committee: 1st PRIZE will be $10,000; Entry closes 1st February 2012
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PHOTOGRAPHY FOR NEWSLETTER
Please submit digital images saved as JPEGs of 300 dpi, over 1 MB in size, and able to be opened in PC format.
Member News
MEMBER MEDAL IN FLORENCE BIENNALE
EXHIBITION 2011
Congratulations to Betty Collier for a medal and 5th place in a field of 145 sculptors: see her name in the role of sculpture winners at www.florencebiennale.org/en/epremiati11.php
Beyond
the Bend: Pilbara Jade on Granite
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WEB SITE LINKS from Jenny Rickards and Ingrid Flood
A ninth annual exhibition of ice sculptures, with a circus theme, in the Northern German city of Roevershagen. http://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-12-21/a-circus-of-ice/3741792
Exhibition of contemporary art and culture in China: near Guilin: sculpture park opened in 2006. http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/latenightlive/late-night-live-summer-china-2-sculpture-park/3655804
RAVEN RAVEN is a magnificent replica wooden ship, constructed in Bushfield, near Warrnambool in South Western Victoria: www.madeiraship.com/ship
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