Artistic works on display at the Virtual 12 Exhibition The annual 12 Exhibition is an opportunity for our talented VCE Visual Communication Design, Studio Arts, Media, and Art students to showcase their impressive final works in a commercial gallery setting. In the past, the Exhibition has been staged in the Brightspace Gallery in St Kilda. In 2020 and 2021, the exhibition was reimagined for the virtual setting. Brightspace 2021 recreates the gallery and allows viewers to explore students’ artwork on the virtual walls of the gallery, and their films in the virtual Astor Theatre. For most students, this is the first time that their artwork will be displayed by a commercial gallery. The 12 Exhibition allows students to experience a transition from creating art as a student at St Michael’s, to leaving school and making art in a world beyond the School gates. Students, staff, family, friends and community members are encouraged to visit the 12 Exhibition to help us celebrate the incredible artistic talents of our Year 12 students. The gallery can be viewed by scanning the QR code here. 8 | The Crest Issue 6 2021
Tilda Lynch VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN The Frank Gallery is a purpose-built exhibition space (pictured above) drawing on the minimalist nature of Japanese architecture. On display is an assortment of works originating from the provinces of France to the islands of Japan. Visitors may enjoy the refreshing nature of the indoor gardens after an engaging glimpse of the collection, or perhaps the tranquility of the koi pond outside. Situated on a bed of sand, the gallery forecourt inspires meditation - rakes providing visitors an opportunity to create their own unique zen patterns in the sand. Featuring dark timber cladding and lightly tinted glass, the gallery is an ode to traditional Japanese culture. An architectural figure - providing an abundance of light-filled spaces, interior gardens and an open and flexible floorplan, the Frank Gallery is more than just a beautiful and functional space. It is a walk through culture and time. — Tilda (12S)
