Our Local Arts Scene Compiled by Deborah Elliott, local resident, oil painter, photographer and textile artist
With so much art and culture to see and enjoy in Anglesea and Aireys Inlet, NewsA ngle has decided to include a regular update for readers. Below you will find a summary of what’s happening in our local Arts Scene for the next couple of months. The information has been supplied by each organisation, so please go to their websites to confirm the details of the events listed below. Of course, all events are subject to current COVID guidelines and restrictions.
ANGLESEA VIEW – paintings by local award-winning artist, Louise Price INCOGNITO – oils by Zory McGrath The gallery will be buzzing with sculpture demonstrations throughout the Surf Coast Arts Trail weekend and most Saturdays from August to September. Drop in at 48 Great Ocean Road, Aireys Inlet. www.eaglesnestgallery.com.au
Surf Coast Arts Trail 6–8 August 2021 This year's Arts Trail will launch with an exhibition of works at Surf Coast Art Space @The MAC in Torquay on Friday 6 August, before artists throughout the region throw open their studio doors for the weekend in a COVID-safe celebration of our vibrant Surf Coast visual arts community.
Eagles Nest Art Gallery The Mysterious Moonahs by Veronica McDonald—see SIDE BY SIDE exhibition
SIDE BY SIDE – an exhibition of paintings by local artist friends Veronica McDonald and Dee Mathison.
Anglesea Art Space
Veronica and Dee are also presenting an artist demo/chat event on Saturday 3 July from 1-3pm.
Details below supplied by Surf Coast Shire Council Arts Officer, Harriet Gaffney
ABSTRACT + BLUE – paintings by Mark Noel
WINTER OPENING FRI 6 AUGUST 6–9pm at the gallery – all welcome
In the wake of Council’s draft budget that set aside funding for the continuation of the Art Space beyond 30 June 2021 – and in recognition of the love held by the Anglesea community for the Art Space – Council has adopted Anglesea Art Space as the new name for the facility.
RECENT WORKS – group exhibition by Geelong Sculptors Inc.
Shire wide, Anglesea Art Space plays a vital role as an incubator for new artists
POSTCARDS – small landscapes by Pamela Reid August–September
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See the full conditions of use on Council’s website at www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au, and keep an eye on Surf Coast Art Matters, the Council’s arts and culture social media channel, or the Art Matters e-news. Artists will continue to be mentored through the full requirements of their exhibition with the support of Council’s Anglesea Art Space Coordinator and the Arts Development Officer. From the Expression of Interest (EOI) process, which develops artist skills in articulating and documenting their work, through to the skills gained in the production and installation of exhibitions, sales, marketing and promotions, this program supports artists through the exhibition journey. The Arts Officer is now programming June–November shows from those exhibitions that were unable to go ahead last year due to COVID (with a few exciting additions!).
https://www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au/ Experience/Arts-culture-and-heritage/ Surf-Coast-Arts-Trail
June–July
embarking on their exhibiting journey in a small, supported venue, and as a local venue for more experienced artists.
EOI’s open on Friday June 25 for exhibitions from 12 November to 30 June 2022. Assessed by a panel, the EOI process ensures equity of access to the Space for all members of the community and takes into account diversity of practice, access and inclusion, as well as the number of weeks in the year and the numbers of applications! Shop 2, 103 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea https://surfcoastartspace.com.au
Anglesea Art House The Art House is fully operational, with 120 members attending each week over 13 sessions. All classes are currently fully booked so another Print Group has been added to Monday
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