President's Letter for June 2024

 Editor's inspiration for June:

“Painting is so poetic, while sculpture is more logical and scientific and makes you worry about gravity.” 

 Damien Hirst

The Annual & Awards Exhibition marks the end of the financial year and the middle of the calendar year - all significant or symbolic or what you will… this is a time when we fulfil our promises: to finish work; to show that work to our peers and our visitors; and put our philosophies on the line. 

Do take the time to view the exhibition - preferably in real life but it is also possible to see the work online. 

Dates for Your Diary

In the planning stage we are working on plenty... but the only set date is the next committee meeting on Thursday evening 18th July. A reminder will be sent prior to the meeting which will be both at the president's home and online. If you wish to place an item on the agenda please notify secretary@sculptorsvictoria.asn.au

otherwise - studio visits, social gatherings and tech talks are all welcome

Annual and Awards Exhibition in VAS Gallery

 last chance to see... in real life in the gallery the show closes on Monday 1 July

Opportunities

Sculpture sessions
Over the 11days in Pietrasanta we carve for a total of 8 days and have a weekend off to explore the surrounding areas.

Hands-On Carving: Under the guidance of master sculptors, participants learn the fundamentals of marble carving. Techniques such as pointing, chiseling, and polishing are demonstrated and practiced. All tools are automated and include the use of Pneumatic chisels, angle grinders, die grinders, sanders and polishers.

 

Marble Sculpture Workshop in Pietrasanta, Italy

22nd September - 3rd October 2024

with Jenny Whiteside

Just imagine an immersive marble carving workshop in Pietrasanta, Italy, near the world-famous marble mines of Carrara. This workshop offers a unique blend of artistry, cultural immersion, and the inspiring surroundings of one of the world's most renowned marble regions.

PLEASE NOTIFY Jenny as soon as possible to help with booking

Interesting Art

Deakin University is excited to welcome a major gift of 31 contemporary sculptures by internationally recognised artist Mr Andrew Rogers to the University Art Collection.