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LIZ Walker returns natural fragments back the beach which were used as inspiration for drawings she completed during her residency at the Gatekeeper’s Cottage, Point Nepean. Picture: Supplied
Artists find the creative point
ARTISTS are being invited to apply to stay at Point Nepean where others have already been inspired by the area’s relative isolation and the coastal environment. The offer by Mornington Peninsula Shire is for emerging and established artists, writers, musicians and “creatives” to apply for a two to six-week residency in the Gatekeepers Cottage at the shire’s Police Point park from January 2020 to December 2022. Residences can be supported and fee-paying residencies. This year the shire awarded 34 residencies at the cottage, with more than half going to peninsula-based artists. “The Police Point residency provided numerous opportunities for
Nominations open for annual Heritage Awards Mornington Peninsula Shire and the National Trust Mornington Peninsula Branch are inviting nominations for the annual Heritage Awards.
an integral part of the Mornington Peninsula community and the Mornington Peninsula Heritage Awards highlight our commitment to celebrate and promote our heritage.
The awards recognise projects and people in our community who have demonstrated excellence in retention, restoration and reuse of heritage places on the Mornington Peninsula.
Award categories include: • Restoration of a Heritage Place • Creative Reuse of a Heritage Place • Sustainability and/or Greening of a Heritage Place • Specialist Heritage Trade Skills • Excellence in Interpretive Signage
Our heritage includes public and private places, buildings, gardens and objects. Heritage places are
Nominations close 12 August 2019. To nominate, complete the online form at: mornpen.vic.gov.au/heritageawards Forms are also available to complete in hard copy at Shire offices.
Mornington Peninsula Heritage Awards is a joint program of the National Trust Mornington Peninsula Branch and Mornington Peninsula Shire.
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exploration and observation along its walking trails and around the accessible coastal sites which enabled me to create a series of working drawings from collected, and returned, natural fragments,” Red Hill artist Liz Walker said. “While there I was completely immersed in contemplation and creative activity in an inspiring and very comfortable environment - the whole experience was invaluable.” Artists in residence are encouraged to participate in workshops, talks and open studios. “We consider the superb location and inspiring environment ideal for artists to work in. Council is delighted with the feedback and enthusiasm
of past participants,” the mayor Cr David Gill said. Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery director Jane Alexander said all visiting artists were asked to contribute to visitors’ book which was now “an excellent reflection of the variety of artists the shire has generously hosted”. Ms Alexander encouraged visitors to visit the Gatekeeper’s Cottage to see the book that has become “a valued artwork that keeps on giving”. Artists should apply for residency at mornpen.vic.gov.au/PolicePointArtistInResidence. Applications close Friday 13 September. Keith Platt
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