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25/11/2014Pasifika Indigenous Arts Alliance Art Exhibition
Support local Indigenous artists by attending the Pasifika Indigenous Arts Alliance Art Exhibition at the Townsville Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Centre over the Christmas break. It opens next week on 5 December and is on display until 16 January 2015. This exhibition is the first of many planned for the Pasifika Indigenous Arts Alliance Association (PIAA) The Association is made up of both Pacific Indigenous artists and arts lovers. To be exhibited will not only be artworks from the Oceania region but also carvings, films, music, dance and readings. There is also a plan to have workshops. The exhibition is a collaboration between our association and the Townsville Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Centre who have kindly donated space in the centre for this exhibition.PIAA is a non-profit Association with the proceeds of arts sales going straight to the artists. Donated funds will be given to…
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27/10/2014Wanderlust officially opens
It has truly been a great week for Umbrella Studio and NQ artists, with the launch of the Wanderlust exhibition opening at the Judith Wright Centre, Brisbane last Tuesday evening. The collaborative project between Umbrella Studio, PressNorth Printmakers, Flying Arts Alliance & the Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts finally came to reality after one year of planning and organising. The exhibition Wanderlust by PressNorth Printmakers showcases the exemplary skills and talents of printmakers who are currently living and working in Townsville, North Queensland and beyond. The exhibition opened at the Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts in Brisbane on Tuesday 21 October 2014. Myself and Jo Lankester, President of PressNorth Printmakers went down to assist with install and attend open the exhibition, and it was a great experience to work with new people and meet the Flying Arts and Judith Wright Centre staff & volunteers. The exhibition looks…
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23/10/2014LIGHT ON THE FRINGE 2013 – ORIGINAL REEL
Original looped video from the first display at Umbrella Studio in 2013, and the second display at the Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts in Brisbane 2014.
15/10/2014Aberystwyth Arts Centre International Residencies Open
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED. Aberystwyth Arts Centre is calling for expressions of interest for their amazing residency program. Four Umbrella Studio artists have experienced the beauty of Wales by participating in this three month residency opportunity. The following dates are available in 2015 are: December 2014-February 2015 March – May 2015 September – November 2015 Artists must submit their application to Vicki Salisbury – Director of Umbrella, these are forwarded on to the Co-ordinator International artist in residency and selection committee for consideration. This is truly an amazing opportunity to work in one of the most inspirational settings on the planet and I encourage you to apply. For more information and an application form please email director(@)umbrella.org.au
14/10/2014Start your art collection in Townsville
It is time for Townsville locals to discover the incredible artworks being painted, printed, sculpted and created right under their noses! Townsville based artworks are being acquired by National Institutions (such as the National Gallery of Australia), and knowledgeable collectors around the world as well as individuals in Australia. The upcoming Umbrella Member’s exhibition (7 November – 14 December 2014) is an upcoming opportunity to connect with local talent by purchasing artwork that will enhance your home and office environment. Much of my commercial gallery background in the States was spent assisting professionals to acquire contemporary works for their offices, business and homes. Studies reveal that customers are put at ease, and staff is more productive when quality artwork is on display. Supporting our local creatives by collecting local art is good for Townsville and purchasing emerging and established artists work is a long term investment. Purchasing local art…
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18/09/2014TAFE Short Art Courses
TAFE is offering a number of short non-assessable courses in Term 4. Fancy learning drawing, painting or digital imaging skills? This might be for you! Download the information booklet here
15/09/2014PressNorth Printmakers: Wanderlust
A collaborative project between Umbrella Studio contemporary arts and PressNorth Printmakers, the exhibition PressNorth Printmakers: Wanderlust showcases the exemplary skills and talents of printmakers who are currently living and working in Townsville, North Queensland and beyond. The exhibition will explore a diverse range of themes displaying the variety of styles in the printmaking profession. PressNorth Printmakers is a not-for-profit artist-run-initiative with members actively exhibiting, teaching, sharing and earning a living from printmaking. Printmaking is widely celebrated within Australia with Townsville being one of the most vibrant and dynamic printmaking communities with artists winning awards in recognition of their skills across many mediums. Umbrella Studio has been part of the history of printmaking in North Queensland since 1986. From its inception it has provided the basis for the development, critique, facilitation and mentoring. This project was also assisted by Flying Arts Alliance. Please join us on for the Opening Launch of…
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08/09/2014LUXLUMIN – lighting up the CBD
Luxlumin is a city wide digital projection festival. On 26 and 27 September 2014 the Townsville CBD will be transformed into an outdoor gallery as buildings are covered with light, colour and moving images. International, national and local artists will create mesmerizing works to electrify our city for two spectacular nights of free entertainment in Palmer Street, Victoria Bridge, Flinders Square, Sturt and Flinders Streets. Come enjoy a stroll on one of our guided tours or walk your own path and see the city in a new light! Umbrella Studio will be contributing to the festival by partnering with ABC OPEN to project local stories produced by local film makers entitled MEET YOUR NEIGHBOURS: LIFE IN NORTH QUEENSLAND. This will light up the east side wall of the Umbrella building. Since January 2011, ABC Open producer Michael Bromage has been helping residents of north Queensland develop digital storytelling skills…
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07/09/2014Public Talk by Mitch Goodwin – 6pm Wednesday 17 September
03/09/2014Creatability 2014 ArtWorks! Annual Art Awards
