Innehållsförteckning för April 2020 från Art Almanac

More than 120 artists will participate in the ‘PHOTO 2020 International Festival of Photography’ that promises to be an engaging biennale centred on ideas critical to contemporary photographic discourse. With the advent of the web and then boom of social media and recording devices, the way we consume, share and understand information has changed phenomenally. Reading habits have shifted and self-publishing emerged – so it’s accurate to say a picture tells a thousand words – and with that comes great responsibility. As such the festival presents us with a challenging theme – Truth. As Elias Redstone, Artistic Director, says ‘Exploring the power of truth in photography is more important than ever in our current social, political and cultural climate.’ Redstone affirms that the artists were carefully selected for their ability…

Tea cup ballet (1935) transforms mundane domestic objects – cups and saucers – into graceful dancing figures, in formation. Shadows and abstraction of form are an integral part of the photograph; capturing their presence, position and movement, and adding to their narrative or performance, much like this publication. Six chapters shed light on the personal and professional life of one of Australia’s pioneering modernist photographers, Olive Cotton. Childhood, education, marriages (to Max Dupain and later Ross McInerney) and family life, are detailed as well as her journey and growth as an artist, the progress of the medium, and shifts in Australian society. Ennis highlights specific works, such as the piece mentioned above, in an attempt to synchronise the perennial effects of everyday life with a serial creative output. Her photographs…

Yalingwa Fellowship We congratulate Yhonnie Scarce on being awarded the second Yalingwa Fellowship, part of the Yalingwa Visual Arts Initiative. The $60,000 award is gifted by the Yalingwa Advisory Group, to a Victoria-based artist who is held to be at a critical moment in their career and have made an ‘outstanding contribution to creative practice in the First Peoples arts community.’ Scarce, a Kokatha and Nukunu woman, has been recognised by the Advisory Group for her innovative and politically provocative glass blowing practice and storytelling of both a deeply personal and historically probing nature. Through her exploration of glass as a medium, aesthetically and in terms of fragility, Scarce dissects themes such as the ongoing effects of colonisation on First Peoples and references her own family history to share stories…

Ironside Studios Kensington Melbourne E admin@ironsidestudios.com.au W www.ironsidestudios.com.au Individual lockable studios for rent from $260 per month. Professional and friendly environment suitable for a variety of practices. Contact Ironside Studios for availability and current prices. See ad page 77. Lancaster Press Fiji Art Residencies in Paradise W www.lancasterpress.com.au Fully equipped print studio specialising in hand Lithography. Adjoining four bedroom house with full amenities. Located close to beach and market. Studio Space Surrey Hills Melbourne T 0434-276-118. Very affordable, upstairs warehouse attic feel, nice vibe. Close to Surrey Hills station. Two Studios and House for Sale Phillip Island, Victoria 18 Koala Street, Cowes VIC 3922. T 0408-367-310. E jaime.morris@obrienrealestate.com.au W www.obrienrealestate.com.au/listing-details/ residential/29P10383 Three bedroom house including large custom built studio and second freestanding studio, located on a 672 sqm block. Property is walking…

Private View Art Collections T 0412–360–985. E info@privateviewart.com W www.privateviewart.com Private and corporate collection development and advice. Offering assistance with sourcing, framing, conserving, and investing in art, with an extensive range of specialist networks. Stella Downer Dealer, Consultant, Valuer T 0402-018-283. E stellart@bigpond.com.au W www.stelladownerfineart.com.au H Tues-Fri 10.00 to 5.00, Sat 11.00 to 5.00, or by appt 1/24 Wellington Street, Waterloo, 2017. Approved valuer for the Australian Government Cultural Gifts Program. Insurance/market value, authentication, consulting and collection management.…

Federation Square CBD Art at St Francis’ Contemporary Art 326 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne 3000. T (03) 9663-2495. E bwremmen@bigpond.net.au W www.stfrancismelbourne.com/art Contact: Brigitte Remmen. H Mon-Fri 9.00 to 5.00, Sun 9.00 to 3.00. April 1 to 28 Ganga: (un)exposed is an exhibition of 9 female photographers whose work is focused on the River Ganges in India also known as River Ganga. Australian By Design The Terrence John Hadler Gallery Room 303e, 3rd Floor, Lift 1 opposite the Hopetoun Tea Rooms, The Block Arcade, 282 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000. T (03) 9663-9883, Terrence 0404-699-033. E sales@australianbydesign.com.au W www.australianbydesign.com.au H Open daily. Featuring an extensive collection of work by Terrence Hadler who is a recognised Australian artist specialising in scenes of the Outback and the rivers of Australia. His paintings range in size from miniatures…

Fremantle Artitja Fine Art South Fremantle, 6162. T (08) 9336-7787, 0418-900-954. E info@artitja.com.au W www.artitja.com.au Directors: Anna Kanaris and Arthur Clarke Established in 2004, Artitja Fine Art Gallery is a private gallery based in South Fremantle and curates up to six pop up exhibitions a year in public spaces, details of which can be found on our website. At all other times the gallery is open by appointment. Specialising in Aboriginal art, Artitja Fine Art partners with remote art centre communities from WA, NT and the SA APY Lands in bringing the art to the city. This unique business model allows for a personalised and informative approach to viewing and collecting art, in a relaxed home environment. Recipient of the Fremantle Business Award: Outstanding Cultural Enterprise in 2017. Corporate Social Responsibility…

Perimeter Editions, in partnership with STATION gallery, bring us the second title surveying Laith McGregor’s works; a richly illustrated book which features an essay by Brisbane-based writer and curator Hamish Sawyer, accompanying 40 images of McGregor’s works from his Island Drawings and Island Collages series. The book’s pages are largely filled with the images of McGregor’s series – meticulously rendered greyscale drawings and gaudy collages of postcard scenes, as the title suggests, depicting island life. Palm trees, sandy beaches, thatched huts, beached rafts, sunsets and calm seas are reoccurring motifs. Aptly the artist lives and works between Byron Bay and Bali, however somewhat ironically, it was his time spent on Suomenlinna Island, Finland during an Australian Council of the Arts residency program, that was the catalyst for the tropical collage…

Teelah George takes a good yarn global with an expanded view of our most ancient ability, storytelling. ‘Broadly, I am interested in notions of time, labour and material relationships. From this basis, I will often respond to a more specific idea, for this show it has been the embroidery sampler and drawing parallels between the way I work and think as a contemporary artist to these historical pieces,’ she said. The artist considers deliberate and unconscious symbols within both refined cultural objects and practices, as well as the role everyday ephemera and its use plays in narrative and history building – even what is said or conveyed in perceived ‘error’. Her interest in material culture connects seamlessly to tactile work. She practices painting, drawing, prints, textile art, sculpture and installation…

2020 Bowral Drawing Prize W www.bdasgallery.com/entryforms Call for artists to enter the 2020 Bowral Drawing Prize. Two awards are available – first prize $2,000 and People’s Choice $500. Entry forms are available on the website. Entries close Wed April 22. See ad page 125. Pro Hart Outback Art Prize E artgallery@brokenhill.nsw.gov.au W www.bhartgallery.com.au The Pro Hart Outback Art Prize is calling for entries for the $20,000 acquisitive award. Exhibition July 10 to Sep 18. Visit the website for more information. Entries close Fri May 29. See ad page 19. Calleen Art Award W www.cowraartgallery.com.au/calleen2020 The $20,000 acquisitive Calleen Art Award 2020 prize for painting is calling for entries. Exhibition Oct 4 to Nov 15. Enter online or contact the gallery for an entry form. Entries close Wed July 22. See ad…

Art Spectrum T (03) 9387-9799. E enquiries@artspectrum.com.au W www.artspectrum.com.au We are the makers of colour, dedicated to creating the finest possible artists’ colours. Visit website for more information on these quality products. Art Stretchers Art supplies and canvas stretching 309-311 High Street, Northcote VIC 3070. T (03) 9486-4446. E highstreet@artstretchers.com.au W www.facebook.com/artstretchers H Mon-Fri 9.00 to 5.30, Sat 10.00 to 3.00. Also at 161 Morphett Street, Adelaide SA 5000. T (08) 8212-2711. E adelaide@artstretchers.com.au W www.facebook.com/ArtStretchersAdelaide Arthouse Direct W www.arthousedirect.com.au An extensive range of art, graphic and craft supplies for students and professionals. Visit your local Arthouse Direct store or view online. See ad page 45. Deans Art T (03) 9485-9500. E sales@deansart.com.au W www.deansart.com.au Complete range of artists’ materials available. Eckersley’s Art & Craft W www.eckersleys.com.au Shop online and in-store. Gift cards available. Fitzroy…

Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW) T (02) 9225-1744. W www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/ members Call or visit the website for information about gallery membership; discounts, free exhibition viewings, magazine and over than 400 lectures, workshops and other events each year. The Copyright Agency T 1800-066-844 (toll free). E memberservices@copyright.com.au W www.copyright.com.au The Copyright Agency is a not-for-profit rights management organisations and collection societies. We enable the use of text and images in return for fair payment to visual artists, writers and publishers. National Association for the Visual Arts (NAVA) T (02) 9368-1900. E nava@visualarts.net.au W www.visualarts.net.au NAVA is the peak body representing and advancing the professional interests of the Australian visual arts, craft and design sector. Resale Royalty T 1800-066-844 (toll free). W www.resaleroyalty.org.au Copyright Agency has been appointed by the Australian Government…

Civic Inner North ANCA Gallery 1 Rosevear Place, Dickson 2602. T (02) 6247-8736. E gallery@anca.net.au W www.anca.net.au H Wed-Sun 12.00 to 5.00. Closed public holidays. April 1 to 19 (opening Wed April 1, 6pm) Common Threads – Marilou Chagnaud, Lucia Dohmann and Kate Little. Curated by Saskia Scott. Canberra Contemporary Art Space 44 Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes 2600. T (02) 6247-0188. E info@ccas.com.au W www.ccas.com.au To May 16 Blaze Fourteen – Romany Fairall, Belle Palmer, Harijs Piekalns, Ellen Sleeman-Taylor and Rachel Theodorakis. Curated by Alexander Boynes and Dan Toua. Canberra Museum and Gallery Cnr London Circuit and Civic Square, Canberra City 2600. T (02) 6207-3968. W www.cmag.com.au H Mon-Sat 10.00 to 5.00. To Sept 12 Seeing Canberra As a city initiated as an imagined capital for the new Australian nation, Canberra has been a…

Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts and Cultural Centre Lot 3238 , Stuart Highway, Katherine East 0850. T (08) 8972-3751. E contact@gyracc.org.au W gyracc.org.au H Tues-Fri 10.00 to 5.00, Sat 10.00 to 3.00. Visit website for exhibition information. Darwin Charles Darwin University Gallery Ground floor, Building Orange 12.1.02, Casuarina Campus, Darwin 0909. T (08) 8946-6621. E artgallery@cdu.edu.au W cdu.edu.au/artgallery H Wed-Fri 10.00 to 4.00, Sat 10.00 to 2.00. Visit our website for programs and events. April 18 to June 28 John Mawurndjul: I am the old and the new. Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) Bullocky Point, 19 Conacher Street, The Gardens, Darwin 0820. T (08) 8999-8264. E info@magnt.net.au W www.magnt.net.au Free entry. H Tues-Sun 10.00 to 4.00, closed Mon. To June 28 Therese Ritchie: burning hearts. A survey exhibition of one of Darwin’s…

Beneath the canopy of an ancient rainforest, discover the latest iteration of ‘Sculpture at Scenic World’, a regional outdoor sculpture exhibition, set along the 2.4km Scenic Walkway in the heart of the Blue Mountains from 9 April to 10 May. All exhibiting artists are in the running for the coveted Scenic World Major Prize of $20,000. Free public programs include daily tours and kids’ activities. “Sculpture at Scenic World’ takes art beyond the white walls of the gallery space to create the unexpected among the natural environment,’ says curator, Justin Morrisse. ‘It invites visitors to explore nature and art in new ways; to discover more about our world heritage environment, and to celebrate the incredible talents of artists who have adapted their ideas to suit the natural environment.’ sculptureatscenicworld.com.au…

Sculptor Lousie Haselton explores the inner life of natural forms and industrial castoffs allowing reconfigurations to occur in unexpected ways. From these everyday items the artist builds new meaning that disrupt their internal logic. For instance, a spider sea shell attached with tubular metal extensions, alters the dynamics of the shell beyond its physicality or an industrial sized roll of paper, cement bricks and small marble blocks are lined up along the floor with poles extending upwards partially covered with denim to frame the open space of this constructed rectangle. Leigh Robb comments, ‘Her sculptures and installations deftly control emptiness and amplify silence – they hint at hidden spaces.’ Studies in English Literature and comparative religions underpin Haseltons’s early works and show her love of teasing out the play between…

The defining legacy of Katthy Cavaliere is her unflinching self-reflection, using her artworks to tell an authentic story of her life. From the construction of her childhood bedroom in katthy’s room (1998) – and the achingly painful performance, story of a girl (1999), where she gives away all those childhood things – to empty stockings: full of love (2010) where she remembers her recently departed mother in a ritual to memory and love. The Suspended Moment: The Katthy Cavaliere Fellowship was devised to remember Cavaliere’s own legacy (1972–2012) while giving opportunities to three women-identifying artists, from early career to established. ‘There was money left over from the sale of the property, the two executors, who were close friends of hers, had asked me to come up with a proposal for…

National Photography Prize 2020 Murray Art Museum Albury (MAMA) Until 31 May, 2020 New South Wales The National Photography Prize celebrates excellence in photography, and as the Murray Art Museum Albury (MAMA) shares, the award solicits the most innovative and thoughtful photo-based practices from across the country. On 1 May the $30,000 acquisitive first prize-winner will be announced, as well as the $5,000 John and Margaret Baker Fellowship for an emerging practitioner – in parallel with the launch of Victoria’s international event, PHOTO 2020. Established in 1983, this will be the 15th edition of the nation’s longest running acquisitive photographic award. Zoe Grey Thanks to a place I know Despard Gallery 1 to 26 April, 2020 Tasmania Zoe Grey explores her deep connection to home – Marrawah, Tasmania. She…

Alternating Current Art Space (map ref Melway 2L, K12) 248 High Street, Windsor VIC 3181. T (03) 9528-2459. AC is now accepting applications to exhibit during July to December 2020. We welcome applications for visual, audio, video and performing art from emerging/established artists, interstate and overseas artists, curators, art collectives, organisations, independent launches and festivals, for solo or curated shows. For information visit www.alternatingcurrentartspace.com Applications and enquiries can be sent to info@alternatingcurrentartspace.com Entries close midnight Thurs April 30. Antipodean Palette Art Exhibition – Connection W www.gaclmelbourne.com/g/antipodean-palette-2020 First Nations and Greek-Australian Artists are invited to submit work for the 10th Anniversary Antipodean Palette Art Exhibition from June 4 to 14. For more information and to enter online visit the website. Submissions close Fri April 24. Articulate Project Space W articulate497.blogspot.com.au/p/callout.html Articulate is…

ARO 51 William Street, Darlinghurst 2010. T 0414-946-894. E info@arogallery.com W www.arogallery.com H Gallery space in William Street Darlinghurst, Sydney available for short term hire. Light, bright space suitable for group or solo exhibitions. Two week hire, rent only, no commission. See ad page 47. Art Production Services T 0404-280-768. E eamonn@artproductionservices.com W www.artproductionservices.com On-site art photo documentation. Colour managed for print, publication and archive. Sydney. Instagram @art_production_services Art Transport and Packing Pack & Send Kings Cross: Professional and affordable art packing and transport for galleries, auction houses, artists, framers and the public. Local/National/International. (02) 9331-2700.kingscross@packsend.com.au Art. Van. Go. Sydney T 0404-027-445. W www.artvango.com.au Affordable, professional fine art transport for galleries, artists, framers and you in Sydney and NSW. Artist Moving Artists Melbourne T 0437-214-402. E artistmovingartists@hotmail.com W www.artistmovingartists.com.au Art courier Melbourne and regional…

Hands On Studio Art Classes W www.catholiccarechoices.org.au Hands On Studio is a creative and inclusive art space that provides people with disabilities access to art education and facilities at the M16 studio and gallery complex in Griffith. Classes include painting, drawing, printmaking, mixed media and clay. Contact Catholic Care Choices (02) 6163-7600, or visit website. Ku-ring-gai Art Centre T (02) 9424-0310. W www.kmc.nsw.gov.au/artcentre Visual art, guitar, creative writing classes. Exhibitions/events. Day, night and weekend classes available. Adult, children, teens. Beginner to advanced welcome. Facebook @kuringgaiartcentre Melbourne Sculpture School T 0407-509-758. W www.melbournesculptureschool.com.au Thurs evenings and Sat mornings – Life Modelling extended pose. Sat afternoons – Sculpture, Mould Making & Casting Inc. Bronze Casting. Beginners welcome. Warringah Printmakers Studio Cnr Condamine and Lovett streets (entry on Condamine Street), Manly Vale NSW…

CBD The Rocks Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW) Art Gallery Road, Sydney 2000. T (02) 9225-1744, 1800-679-278. W www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au Admission charges apply to some exhibitions. H Daily 10.00 to 5.00. Art After Hours: Wed to 10pm. To April 26 ARTEXPRESS 2020 – this dynamic and popular exhibition features a selection of outstanding student artworks developed for the art making component of the HSC examination in Visual Arts 2019. To May 17 Shadow catchers – drawn from the Gallery’s collection, investigates the way shadows, body doubles and mirrors haunt our understanding of photography and the moving image. To June 8 NIRIN: Biennale of Sydney 2020. The 22nd Biennale of Sydney is an expansive artist and First Nations-led exhibition of contemporary art that connects local communities and global networks. To…

Hobart Sullivans Cove Battery Point Art Mob 29 Hunter Street, Hobart 7000. T (03) 6236-9200, 0419-393-122. E euan@artmob.com.au W www.artmob.com.au Director: Euan Hills. H Daily 10.00 to 6.00. Aboriginal fine art, including Tasmanian Aboriginal artists. Bett Gallery Hobart Level 1, 65 Murray Street, Hobart 7000. T (03) 6231-6511. E info@bettgallery.com.au W www.bettgallery.com.au Directors: Carol Bett, Emma Bett and Jack Bett. H Mon-Fri 10.00 to 5.30, Sat 10.00 to 4.00. To April 4 Juncture by Patrick Grieve. April 9 to May 2 Memory Arbor by Ingo Kleinert. Also, A Phantom Lover by Jane Burton. Colville Gallery 91a Salamanca Place, Hobart 7004. T (03) 6224-4088, 0419-292-626. E info@colvillegallery.com.au W www.colvillegallery.com.au H Daily 10.00 to 5.00. To April 6 Drawn From Nature by Katherine Perrot. Also, NY Postcards by Marco Luccio. Despard Gallery Level 1, 15 Castray…

Brisbane Andrew Baker Art Dealer 26 Brookes Street, Bowen Hills 4006. T (07) 3252-2292, 0412-990-356. E info@andrew-baker.com W www.andrew-baker.com H Wed-Sat 10.00 to 5.00, or by appt. Paintings, photographs, prints and sculptures by leading contemporary Australian, Melanesian and Polynesian artists, including: Lincoln Austin, Leonard Brown, Michael Cook, Karla Dickens, Marian Drew, Ruki Famé, Fiona Foley, Simon Gende, Donna Marcus, Michel Tuffery, Katarina Vesterberg and William Yang. April 15 to May 30 Livin’ the dream by Michael Cook. Art from the Margins Gallery & Studios 136 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley 4006. T (07) 3151-6655. E aftm@wmq.org.au W www.artfromthemargins.org.au H Mon-Fri 10.00 to 4.00. April 18 to May 22 Survival. Balance. Growth: 2020 AFTM Emerging Artists Exhibition – presents the work of five emerging artists that has been inspired by personal journeys to healing, and the…