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SEPTEMBER WRAP-UP | LATEST NEWS | EVENTS | OPPORTUNITIES | GRANTS
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Sophie Chauncy was an Artist in Residence at the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery's E3 Space as part of the Regional Arts Development program. Sophie worked both en plein air and on-site to create large process driven and experimental mixed media works on paper. “I am interested in a process that concerns working at one with the landscape through ‘collaborating’ with elements of the land itself." Read more.
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The Collide Community Art Exhibition, curated by Camille Whitehead saw over 40 works from 27 Riverina artists displayed at the Leeton Museum and Gallery. The exhibition of non-traditional portraiture reflected on the connections shared with those closest to us in varied mediums such as sculpture, performance, music, encaustic, collage and mixed media.
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Lindee Russell’s exhibition at the Narrandera Arts and Community Centre 'Let’s Walk' showcased popular local walking places through a series of intricate textile and mixed media pieces created from recycled and gathered materials. The exhibition which was extremely popular with art collectors was part of NACNet's Wide Open Program.
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The inFrequency tour rumbled through Yanco in September as a diverse line-up brought their audiovisual performances to town. Organised by Jason Richardson, the event saw Bernard Gray, Bassling, Dron Skot, DJ Ruined My Wedding Day and Myst-Mach perform and give demonstrations of video projection-mapping and live-coding. Read more.
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Robert Sherwood Duffield has spent four weeks as artist in residence at the Tanks Arts Centre and Cairns Botanic Gardens. This has resulted in a body of work 'Botanical Mysteries' which will be exhibited Botanic Garden Visitor Centre throughout October. Find out more. Image: ABC Far North.
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Change of Date: Warangesda Festival
Warangesda Festival will now be coming to the Riverina, February 17th & 18th 2023. Book your tickets.
A message from organisers: "It’s unfortunate, but due to unprecedented weather and flood concerns, we are unable to hold Warangesda Festival in November as planned. Although the date change is disappointing, these few extra months will not only allow the grounds to dry, but also give our team the opportunity to offer you more great workshops, a free shuttle bus, more activities and a few more hidden tricks up our sleeves, stay tuned…
Regarding accommodation, if anyone is struggling to get a refund or move dates with their accommodation, we can help support them. You can reach out to using the link in bio. Refunds are readily available for the event, as per our flexible policy, but we would love to see you join us in February. Therefore, all existing tickets will still be valid for February 17th & 18th.To receive a refund, simply head to the email you would have received when tickets were purchased and manage your order from there."
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SongMakers in Yanco
Young musicians from the region had the opportunity to work with professionals from the music industry. Six talented teens worked with festival favourite Songwriter/DJ Ninajirachi and ARIA-winning writer/producer, Adrian Breakspear along with local muso Ken Dachi to create two original tracks. Stay tuned for their release! Read more.
The SongMakers program from APRA AMCOS, was part of the Office for Regional Youth Holiday Break program in partnership with Create NSW.
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Beacho2700 Collabs with Heaps Decent
Western Riverina Arts supported local rapper Xavier Beauchamp AKA Beacho2700 to travel to Sydney and collaborate with Heaps Decent. Adam Bozzetto assisted Xavier in producing two tracks, ‘Different Day Same Grind’ and ‘Cultural Proud’. ‘Cultural Proud’ was premiered on FBi Radio which you can listen to here.
Xavier reflected on his time spent in Sydney “It was a good experience for me to be able to travel and record my talent especially with Heaps Decent professionally. Cultural Proud is about my Aboriginal heritage and how things are evolving - things from the past to now.”
Heaps Decent is an Australian organisation empowering young people to express their creativity through music and multi-media, increasing arts access and opportunity, providing mobile and online production resources and collaboration with professional artists.
Photo by Aanya Whitehead Courtesy of Western Riverina Arts
(C) 2022 Xavier Beauchamp.
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* The following events may be subject to change pending Covid-19 restrictions and current health advice. Please check in with each event organiser for updates and information regarding vaccination status.
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Get The Word Out! Social Media Workshop & Networking Event
Saturday 19th November | Leeton Museum and Gallery
Western Riverina Arts will be holding a FREE social media workshop and networking event at the Leeton Museum and Gallery, from 10am to 1.30pm on Saturday the 19th November. We are joined by Lee Longmire who will be sharing all her social media savvy! While this workshop will primarily focus on tips for creatives and businesses in the arts sector, all are invited to attend! This event is 50% sold out, get in quick and book your free spot!
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Western Riverina Arts Networking Christmas Party
12 Noon Saturday 3rd December | ROR Space, Griffith
Join Western Riverina Arts for our third Networking Christmas Party, a FREE end of year mixer for artists and professionals across the Riverina at the coolest new creative hub!
If you reside within the Griffith, Leeton, Narrandera, Murrumbidgee shires and surrounds, come along to ROR Space to meet some new peers and help us see out the year!
This year we are getting our groove on with three local acts - Klaudia Vizi X Bernard Gray, DJ Ken and DJ Lay Da Best!
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Taste Art Prize: Coleambally
The ENTRIES ARE OPEN! Taste Coleambally - Food and Farm Festival invites artists and creatives of the region to enter their original art into the Taste Art Prize 2022. This years theme is ‘Country Life’. All creative mediums are welcome; paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media, sculpture and fabrics. There are Junior Categories for ages 5-17 and the Adult Categories include Photography, Painting, Works on Paper and Other Media.
Taste Art Prize exhibition will feature at Taste Coleambally - Food and Farm Festival at the Coleambally Community Hall from 28 - 30 October 2022. www.tastecoly.com.au
Entry forms and fee must be submitted by post or email no later than the extended date of 24th October 2022. Please see the Entry Form for full terms and conditions. Download Word Doc Entry Form.
The Taste Art Main Prize of $500 is proudly sponsored by Western Riverina Arts.
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Women's Weaving Circle
17, 24, 31 Oct & 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov | Gossamer Park, Wattle Hill
Local women are invited to come together at a new Weaving Circle in Leeton, a safe space for reflection and healing. All weaving supplies will be provided, and participants will be able to learn from others and work on their own projects. These sessions are FREE to attend and children are welcome. Please bring along a rug, a chair... or a friend! Light refreshments included. Find out more.
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Spring Into October
Saturday 22 October | Jerilderie
Come along and enjoy the magic that is Jerilderie. Lachy from Arrow Landscape & Gardening will be hosting his pop up Nursery from 9.00am. Enjoy the creative flare of artwork & photography at The Willows Homestead art display, immerse yourself in the heritage of the Kelly gangs visit at the “Doing the Bolt” exhibition located in the Jerilderie & Urana Gazette. Jerilderie Apex Mini Rail trains will keep the young and young at heart entertained with mini rail train rides kicking off at 10.00am. Market stalls will operate from 9.00am – 4.00pm. Eat, Drink, Shop and be merry!
For those interested in holding a market stall or submitting artwork to the exhibition please contact Ted on 0408 209 326 or Gary on 0408 683 111.
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Contemporary Tradition: William Ingram & Elijah Ingram
Closes 25 November | Leeton Museum and Gallery
Come along and enjoy a collaborative exhibition between father and son duo, William Ingram and Elijah Ingram. The exhibition opens on October 17th at 6:30pm and runs until November 25th.
"The exhibition is a showcase of our differing art styles, with my father doing what would be described as traditional art and my art leaning heavily into the abstract. This exhibition is a celebration of the connection my father and I have to each other and our culture, and how this connection can be expressed in many ways."
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Citrus Sculptures: Griffith Spring Fest
Ends 22 October | Griffith
Welcome to the 25th year of the Griffith Citrus Sculptures. Over 50 creative and unique Citrus Sculptures will line Banna Avenue for two weeks. Witness this unique display made from over 100,000 locally grown oranges, by wandering through the sculptures. You might even see a talking robot, reclining chook, horse and cart or our very own giraffe.
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The Living Flow of Water Colours Workshop
19 - 20 November | ArtsHub, Narrandera Railway Station
In this two day workshop Susan Whitehead will have students explore wet-on-wet water colour styles.
On Saturday you will: commence with the beginnings of the colour journey, water colour and storytelling and the healing power of water colour.
On Sunday you will: explore colour catchers - spring fans of flowers, poetic moments, Murrumbidgee water scapes. Secure your spot.
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GRAPA Presents: The Crucible
11, 12, 17, 18, 19 November | Piccolo Family Farm
The Crucible, by Arthur Miller, tells the story of a village that becomes embroiled in a witch hunt. The people of Salem live in a constant state of fear as more and more people are accused of witchcraft.
Staged in the spectacular Cellar Door & Visitor Experience Centre at The Piccolo Family Farm, GRAPA presents this poignant production at a time when the world is battling with its own relationship with fear and truth.
The Crucible features a wonderful local cast from Griffith, Leeton and Hillston with veteran performers joining fresh talent on stage! Purchase tickets.
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By A Thread
28 October | Griffith Regional Theatre
Seven acrobats and thirty metres of rope... Long spools of white rope run through pulley sheaves and wrap around bodies, explicitly connecting the artists’ movements above and off the ground. Like the booms and sheets of a sailing ship the performers are hoisted and swung by one another to create striking tableaux and breath-taking dynamics. The actions of one acrobat affect and implicate the movements of others in a precise negotiation of cause and effect.
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TXTRD ART Pop-up Exhibition
21 October | 78 - 80 Yambil St, Griffith
TXTRD Art will be over taking the walls of ROR this October and November.
Join the celebrations at the opening on the new date - Friday the 21st of October at 6pm!
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Shibori Tie Dye Workshop for Kids
Sunday 30 October | Coleambally Town Hall
Kid's Art Workshop is a not-to-be missed fun-filled activity for the kids to get some hands-on fun with a Shibori tie dye workshop, as part of the Taste Coly's Festival Trail. Suitable for ages 8 - 15 years. Two sessions will be held, with numbers limited. Find out more.
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National Contemporary Jewellery Award 2022
Friday 6PM 28 October | Griffith Regional Art Gallery
Established in 1992 by Griffith Regional Art Gallery, the National Contemporary Jewellery Award is a biennial award that brings together contemporary applied arts, visual arts and design practice. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, NCJA attracts Australia’s leading contemporary object artists and expands the boundaries of the art of human adornment. Join Griffith Regional Art Gallery in celebrating the National Contemporary Jewellery Award 30th anniversary.
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Beginners Resin - Charcuterie Board
29 October | The Hive Narrandera
Melissa from Creekside Violet is coming to The Hive for a fun afternoon teaching how to mix, colour and pour resin. Bring your own drinks, nibbles and friends and make a day of it. The resin is low on fumes and food safe, meaning once it’s all set you have a functional piece of art that you can bring out at dinner parties and impress your friends. Book your spot.
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Leeton Outback Band Spectacular
Saturday 5 November | Leeton
Leeton hosts a weekend of concert band performances from all over the state, culminating in a massed band performance! The Outback Band Spectacular provides the opportunity for small and large bands to come together, perform and showcase their talents. Come see the talents of over 15 bands!
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Get Your Art On with Sharon De Valentin
Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th October | Griffith and Leeton WRCC
Free in-person event organised by WRCC for Get Online Week 2022. Make two textured art canvases and use online resources for art in this fun and creative workshop with Artist Sharon De Valentin. Find out more about the Griffith event and the Leeton event.
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Jeanette Sellwood: Acrylics as Watercolour
19 & 20 November | Leeton
Leeton Art Society Presents a two day workshop with Jeanette Sellwood - this is their last workshop for 2022! Members $200, Non-members $225. A $50 deposit is required to secure your spot. For more information contact Leeton Art Society.
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Arts and Cultural Recovery in a Time of Change
6pm 19 October | Online Panel Talk
Regional Australia has been at the forefront of coping with natural disasters and the effects of climate change. The arts sector is impacted by these events but also has a role in the recovery of communities. This panel will delve into what this can look like and why the arts needs to be more recognised for its part in being prepared for disaster and assisting communities to recover.
Join Moderator, Dr Sally Blackwood, in conversation with Jane Fuller - Arts Northern Rivers, Scotia Monkivitch - Creative Recovery Network, Sandy McNaughton - National Emergency Management Agency. Register now.
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Dobell Drawing Prize #22
Closes 23rd October | Griffith Regional Art Gallery
The Dobell Drawing Prize is an unparalleled celebration of drawing technique and innovation. This National Art School touring exhibition showcases 43 of the 64 finalists from the 2021 Prize and includes Euan Macleod’s winning work, chosen by guest judge and acclaimed artist Lucy Culliton. Presenting a range of material approaches – from animation, collage and paper weaving, to charcoal, ink and watercolour – the exhibition demonstrates the remarkable vitality and scope of contemporary Australian drawing.
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Remembering & Re-Storying: Storytelling approaches to confront difficult histories
Head of Collections, First Nations, at the Powerhouse Museum, Nathan ‘mudyi’ Sentance also writes about critical librarianship and critical museology from a First Nations perspective. He's a Wiradjuri librarian and museum educator who grew up on Darkinjung Country. Nathan's work has been published in the Guardian, Cordite Poetry, the Lifted Brow and Sydney Review of Books and on own his own blog The Archival Decolonist. A FREE one-hour conversation moderated by Andrew Glassop on Zoom 26th October.
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Embellishment Story Call Out
Voices of Women are committed to presenting new diverse stories and tales from all women of all writing abilities, in particular they welcome First Nations stories, stories from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, from women living with disability and from LGBTQI+ communities. They invite all unpublished short monologues and narratives written in the first person by Australian and United States writers. Find out more.
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AusMusic T-Shirt Day
AusMusic T-Shirt Day is back on Friday 18 November! The Support Act fundraiser - which is part of #AusMusicMonth - is an annual day to celebrate Aussie music and raise urgently-needed funds for music workers in crisis. Get involved by wearing an AusMusic T-Shirt and donating to Support Act!
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Carstairs Grant
The Carstairs Grant aims to support social engaged art projects that embrace participatory and collaborative experiences, bring participants into active dialogue with the artist(s) in order to involve audiences beyond the art community. The grant is intended to contribute to artwork production costs to assist the successful applicant(s) to develop and present new work. Funding available One individual or group will be awarded $10,000. Closing date Sunday 30 October 2022.
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Culture Lab
Expressions of Interest (EOI) are currently open for CultureLAB. CultureLAB is a creative development program that supports independent artists, collectives, and small-medium organisations to generate new work. CultureLAB is one of the pathways through which Arts House commissions work for our presentation seasons. Participants receive up to $20,000 fee contribution and dedicated studio time between 2- and 5-weeks duration. Find out more.
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Australian Indigenous Coffee (AIC) Creative Grants
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EOI: Director 'The Wedding Singer' Community Musical
Griffith Regional Theatre are pleased to announce the production of “The Wedding Singer” as their Community Musical for 2023! The production is set to run in September next year, and they're putting out the call for a Director. Information about the Expression of Interest for a Director can be found on their website or by calling the Box Office on 6962 8444. EOIs close 5pm Monday 31 October.
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Creative Riverina Database
Are you on the database? Artists and performers of all kinds are listed on CREATIVE RIVERINA, the go-to online directory for creatives in our region! Make sure people can find you - create your FREE listing today!
The online database is also accompanied by a supportive online Facebook group with over 400 members. Artists and arts organisations of all types from Riverina NSW can share their ideas, events and simply connect! Join the CREATIVE RIVERINA group now!
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