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JULY WRAP-UP | ARTIST OF THE MONTH | LATEST NEWS UPCOMING EVENTS | OPPORTUNITIES | GRANTS
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Anthea da Silva was the guest speaker for the second instalment of the Riverina Lectures. Anthea held a fabulous talk, unpacking some of the highs and lows of her creative ventures, and had a chat about her experience winning the Darling Portrait Prize. Keep an eye out for future lectures! |
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RAF Relief grant funding has been expended and applications are now closed. RAF Project Grants are still open until August 21. Check out the list at the bottom of the newsletter for grants that are open or upcoming. |
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Grong Grong Earth Park ran DOoDLe ArT on their Facebook page, an annual winter holiday global art challenge for all ages. They posted daily challenges with lots of prizes up for grabs. The competition saw lots of fantastic drawings entered. Pictured: Geoffrey aged four, responds to the challenge prompt 'Pyjama Day'.
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The Murrumbidgee Regional Conservatorium of Music is currently seeking more tutors for their ever-expanding number of students and to add more variety to their musical repertoire. Cello and Brass teachers are urged to get in touch via admin@mrcmusic.com.au
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Historic Hydro Writers Collective members witnessed a special moment during a surprise birthday poetry reading for member Leonie. Such a unique and thoughtful gift from daughter to mother! Everyone is welcome to join the conversation and share a few drinks and stories at the Historic Hydro Writers Collective Weekly Meetup every Wednesday night. Image: The Irrigator
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After months in lockdown Griffith Regional Theatre is very excited to have re-opened its doors – for ticket sales and small event bookings only. They're a certified COVID-Safe facility and stringent social distancing, contact tracing and hygiene measures will be enforced. A copy of the Theatre’s COVID-19 Safety Plan is available on request.
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Kerry Johnson
Western Riverina Arts is excited to announce that our August Artist of the Month is Dancer, Choreographer and Artistic Director of Burrundi Theatre for Performing Arts - Kerry Johnson! The new feature story will be released shortly on our social media platforms.
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Dr Treahna Hamm announced as the Inaugural Joyce Spencer Textiles Fellowship Recipient
The Cad Factory, Western Riverina Arts and the Spencer Family are delighted to announce that Dr Treahna Hamm has been awarded the 2020 inaugural Joyce Spencer Textiles Fellowship.
The Joyce Spencer Fellowship is a new initiative that supports textile artists based in regional NSW to develop and present new work. The $4000 fellowship will be used for Dr Hamm to present a new exhibition of work in 2021 at Burraja Gallery in Albury, before touring to Griffith Regional Art Gallery and the Narrandera Arts and Community Centre.
“As an artist and teacher, I am very honoured to receive the Joyce Spencer Fellowship in its inaugural year. I was first drawn to Joyce's art and story which highlighted many parallels of my own life experiences - being a regional artist, connecting with my culture through my arts practice and having a love for the environment, wildlife and learning. I was inspired by Joyce's openness for sharing personal and artistic skills through teaching, and, the many people who benefitted from the encouragement that Joyce gave during her lifetime,” reflected Dr Hamm.
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Casting Call - GRAPA
Have you ever wanted to give voice acting a try? Griffith & Regional Association of the Performing Arts have partnered up with Griffith Pioneer Park Museum on a radio play project and are on the hunt for a range of enthusiastic performers. The series of short plays were written by local playwright, Lisa Semmler and are centered around the history of Griffith.
The plays will be a great way to have fun and perform so get involved! Auditions close on Wednesday 12 August. Click here for more info. *Rehearsals and play recordings will follow COVID-safe procedures*
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Young Narrandera Artists: Youth Food Trailer Competition
Calling all budding artists in the Narrandera Shire: the Youth Food Trailer has arrived and needs some colour. The Youth Advisory Council is running a competition to find an awesome artwork and showcase local talent! Comp rules: entrants must be between 12-24 years old. Entries Close: 4pm 11 September 2020 Send submissions to: Suz Litchfield, 141 East Street Narrandera NSW 2700, email council@narrandera.nsw.gov.au or submit your artwork here.
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Regional Arts NSW Executive Director Spotlight
Get to know our Executive Director! Regional Arts NSW ran a spotlight on our ED - Aanya Whitehead, and profiled the Western Riverina region. Commencing in the role only seven months ago, Aanya shared how she is navigating and learning in her new position. She emphasised the important role that Western Riverina Arts plays in supporting and advocating for the artists and organisations across the region to ensure that creativity and culture can continue to grow, even through the most challenging of times!
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WALK-IN ART - Call Out
Walk-In Art places art pieces of different mediums into shops in the town of Narrandera, creating a local Art Trail on the main street, the first of its kind in the town. Local artists of all ages who wish to submit their art and local businesses wanting to exhibit them are encouraged to get in touch with Walk-In Art on 0427 204 176. They are also seeking assistance with framing artworks.
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Residency Program For Artists With Disability
Applications are now open for artists with disability in NSW and the ACT to undertake a 6-night residency at the renowned Bundanon Trust estate from 12 - 18 Oct. Up to 5 artists will be selected to empower their creativity and careers by taking part in the 2020 Accessible Arts and Bundanon Trust Artist-In-Residence Program. Successful applicants will get accommodation and studio space + a bursary to cover per diems. There’s an online information session on Mon 10 Aug for interested artists to find out more about the program and application process. Applications close on Mon 17 Aug.
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Grant Tips
If you're stuck with your grant writing, here are some resources that may help you get out of the rut. Don't forget Western Riverina Arts can offer assistance with grant applications and letters of support. Make sure to check out the list at the bottom of this newsletter to see which grants are currently open!
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IMAGinE Awards 2020
Nominations for the 2020 IMAGinE awards now open. The IMAGinE awards recognise the people who work in museums and galleries across NSW and the contributions they make. IMAGinE celebrates all institutions and pays homage to those organisations run by volunteers, with limited budgets and minimal resources. These awards offer a unique opportunity for museums and galleries in NSW to advocate, promote their achievements and raise their profile within the sector and the broader community.
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Ash Dust Air - Young Writer Call Out
Gabrielle Tozer, award-winning Young Adult Fiction writer invites young people aged 15 - 25 from the Western Riverina to contribute to Ash Dust Air.
Ash Dust Air will be an anthology of written responses to these unprecedented times we find ourselves in. What is making you laugh? What's making you cry? What's keeping you grounded in all of this chaos and change? What's keeping you hopeful? What's keeping you going? What future do you imagine? Can you conjure a little bit of truth and beauty out of all this ash, dust and air? Submission closing date is August 14th. More details and entry details at Ash Dust Air - submissions closing date or via Eastern Riverina Arts.
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Portia Geach Memorial Award 2020 Nomination
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Cuppa & A Yarn: The Rights of Aboriginal Artists
2 Rivers invite Aboriginal Artists from Regional NSW to a FREE online webinar Cuppa & A Yarn: A Conversation About The Rights Of Aboriginal Artists, on August 18. The webinar includes copyright, free resources and information on where to go for help. If any artists require assistance with registering or accessing Zoom they are welcome to contact the 2 Rivers team and they will provide assistance.
This is a FREE conversation about the rights of Aboriginal artists and Arts Law with some deadly opportunities that will follow this Conversation which are only available to those that attend this session. This conversation is in response to the number of Artists who have had their works stolen by off shore printing companies and feedback received from community about Arts Law. Find out more.
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Jason Richardson: Soundscapes
Jason Richardson's Soundscapes exhibition is open at the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery until October 4. Jason Richardson’s practice continues to reflect a deep connection to the environment. Living and working in a regional context provides an endless source of inspiration as he documents landscapes and shared public spaces. Aanya Whitehead, ED of Western Riverina Arts visited the exhibition: "Jason, an artist based in Leeton, records the internal of objects, and travels widely to visit various landscapes, objects and settings to do this. It is utterly fascinating. He explains in the exhibit his use of contact microphones, and then creates and composes complex and in-depth sound explorations of these. I especially was moved by the electric guitar being played by the wind in front of the enormous canoe tree in Whitton, such a haunting piece. I really encourage people to see Soundscapes."
Image: Jason Richardson, Soundscapes (still), 2020.
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Social Media for Creatives - Webinar
This friendly and free workshop run by Creative Plus Business covers the basics of how to kickstart marketing using social media, with a focus on the main tools at your disposal and the strategy behind the socials. The webinar will cover:
- Understanding your Brand online
- Understanding your Tribe
- Choosing the right platform for your clients
- Tips and tricks on staying up to date ... and much more!
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LinkedIn For Creatives - Webinar
This is a free workshop run by Creative Plus Business. LinkedIn is a fantastic tool for creatives but it does take a little bit of manipulation to make it work for you - and help you connect to potential clients and customers! In this interactive online workshop, creative practitioners can learn as a group about how to make the most of LinkedIn for their career. Participants will work together to:
- Finish your summary and experiences
- Add media and info to your categories
- Learn what makes a great photo and banner
- Use a format for previous work that's ideal for creative workers and freelancers
- Choosing the right platform for your clients
- Discuss the strategy: posting, blogging and more
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Wheel Throwing Pottery Classes
Held in Griffith, these Wheel Throwing Pottery Classes cater for adults and are run on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday every week. Please contact Sue on 0414 369 075 for more information and to book.
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In Conversation with Kate Scardifield
Join visual artist Kate Scardifield in conversation with Katie Dyer, Senior Curator, Contemporary, at the Powerhouse Museum for a 45 minute webinar, 19 August.
Gain insight into Kate’s contemporary art practice and her unique method of working. The relationship between practicing artist and curator will also be teased-out along with Kate’s experience working with the Powerhouse Museum as a Visiting Research Fellow in 2017. This webinar is particularly suited to Tertiary visual art students, artists, and interested members of the public. On booking, participants can register their questions prior to the webinar. Free but bookings essential.
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smARTy Kids Term 3
Are your children ready and rearing to express their artistic flair after lock-down? Looking for an extracurricular activity with a creative and totally fun edge? Then you need our ever popular after school art classes SmARTy Kids under the tuition of the talented Mrs Leith Fry. In this four week program students will undertake creative projects in painting, drawing, collage and how to view our world with imagination an inspiration.
Age: 7 -12, Dates: 1 SEP | 8 SEP | 15 SEP | 22 SEP
Creative Kids Vouchers accepted. All material supplied. Class limit: 10 (due to social distancing requirements)
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EOI: Griffith Base Hospital Redevelopment Arts Working Group
Are you creative, innovative and interested in the arts? Expressions of interest are invited for two volunteer community representatives to join the Griffith Base Hospital Redevelopment Arts Working Group. Creating a beautiful hospital environment is important to provide welcoming and comforting spaces for patients, carers, staff and the community. Creative and culturally appropriate spaces also help with way finding and ensure indoor and outdoor spaces complement health service delivery, and reflect the diverse cultures of the Griffith region. Find out more about what's involved or submit your nomination.
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Visual Arts In The Valley 2020
Artists are invited to submit their latest work for one of 7 prizes as part of Visual Arts in the Valley 2020 with $17,000 in prize money. Visual Arts in the Valley brings contemporary art to Kangaroo Valley and provides a forum for artists nation-wide to show and sell their work. Read the full details for all prizes here.
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Paddington Art Prize
The Paddington Art Prize is a $30,000 Annual National Acquisitive Prize for a painting inspired by the Australian Landscape. Entries close Sunday 27 September 2020. More details here.
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Venue Applications Open: Great Southern Nights
Great Southern Nights is a music event which will present 1,000 gigs showcasing established, emerging and local Australian artists, across a multitude of venues around Greater Sydney and regional NSW, culminating in Australia’s premier music industry event, the ARIA Awards. Applications are now open to source a range of credible music venues across NSW, to host a spread of artists in a range of genres, including contemporary and emerging. Submit your venue application here.
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Entries Open: Contemporary Jewellery Award 2020
Entries are now open for The National Contemporary Jewellery Award (NCJA). NCJA attracts Australia’s leading contemporary object artists, expanding the boundaries of the art of human adornment. The winning piece in each Award is acquired to develop the National Contemporary Jewellery Collection that was established in 1988. Entries close 16 October 2020. For more info contact Raymond Wholohan on 02 6962 8338 or ncja@griffith.nsw.gov.au
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Hurford Hardwood Portrait Prize
The Hurford Hardwood Portrait Prize is a biennial prize open to artists Australia wide and is now in its 7th year. This national portrait prize was originally open to paintings and drawings but has now expanded to include portraits of any subject in any medium. The winner will receive $10,000 (acquisitive prize). The closing date for entries is 10pm Thursday 27 August 2020. More details here. |
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Dobell Exhibition Grant
If you’re an Art Gallery located in regional NSW make sure you don’t miss out on applying for the Dobell Exhibition Grant! With $40,000 available, the program aims to support high quality exhibitions that speak to a broad audience across NSW. Applications close 2 September. Click here to find out more
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Print Exchange 2020
Artist members are invited to participate in the third biennial Print Exchange and celebrate the depth and diversity of contemporary Australian Printmaking. One print will reside in the PCA archive as a survey of contemporary printmaking in 2020. More details here.
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Evelyn Chapman Art Award
The Evelyn Chapman Art Award is a $50,000 scholarship is presented to an Australian painter, male or female under 45. The scholarship is intended to cover the reasonable costs of the award winner for a period of two years, whilst studying at a recognised and well established art school or organisation approved by the Trustee, overseas or within Australia. Entries close at midnight 21 September 2020. More details here.
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Artstate: Call For Papers
Regional Arts NSW is extending the call for papers as part of the speakers’ program at Artstate Wagga Wagga.
Responding to the themes of Walking Together and Shaping Tomorrow, your proposal may take place in the form of a panel, a presentation or hands-on workshop. Sessions will be one and a quarter hours in length and will be delivered on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 November 2020 in Wagga Wagga.
Applications close Thursday 13 August 2020.
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Aesthetica Creative Writing Award: International
The Aesthetica Creative Writing Award is an international literary prize that is a hotbed for new talent in Poetry and Short Fiction. Now in its 14th year, the Prize supports both emerging and established writers. By entering, writers can showcase their work to key industry figures and organisations including The Poetry Society, Granta, VINTAGE and more. Winners are selected for both categories and awarded with £1,000. Publication within the Aesthetica Creative Writing Anthology, is also awarded to a further 60 writers whose works are highly commended. Submissions close 31 August 2020.
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Nextwave Online
Nextwave Online is a new online film education program that teaches young regional people how to write, film, and edit their first short films, with no previous experience necessary. Over 10 step-by-step video episodes, students and teachers can learn the entire step-by-step filmmaking process all in one place – along with plenty of additional resources. Students can use their newfound filmmaking skills to enter a short film into the Nextwave short film competition, with finalists and winners selected to screen at the Screenwave International Film Festival’s Nextwave Youth Film Awards.
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Inaugural SBS Emerging Writers’ Competition
Are you an emerging writer (who has never had a book published) and do you have story about growing up in diverse Australia? SBS want to hear from you. Writers aged 18 and over are invited to submit a memoir piece of 1000-2000 words on the topic of ‘Growing up in diverse Australia’. Entries close September 15. To enter apply here. The winner will get $5000 to kickstart their writing career, and be published on SBS Voices. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander writers are encouraged to enter.
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