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MARCH WRAP-UP | LATEST NEWS |
EVENTS | OPPORTUNITIES | GRANTS
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Two Points of View exhibition at Leeton Museum and Gallery brought together the works from artists Anne Morshead and Jan Thompson. The opening event resulted in a fabulous afternoon with many eager art collectors in attendance, 40% of the works available were sold. Congratulations Anne and Jan!
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Dr Treahna Hamm: Story-telling through textiles was on display at Griffith Regional Art Gallery.
Hamm's artworks are composed with multiple layers of storytelling garnered from her Yorta Yorta upbringing. This project has been supported by the Joyce Spencer Fellowship, with the assistance of the Spencer family, The Cad Factory, Western Riverina Arts and Create NSW.
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Encompassing the work of three talented women, Natalie Power, Robyn Hutchinson and Edie Rudd, the feminine gaze of Places and Space(s) exhibition at Leeton Museum and Gallery was emotional, intimate and highly relational. WRA board member Julie Briggs reflected on the opening performance: "I enjoyed so much this mesmerizing and powerful performance “Where you Belong” by E.L Elliot AKA Natalie Power." Image: Julie Briggs.
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Jake Speer returned to Leeton for the 'Inside Film' workshop with Riverina Writing House. Jake delved into film-making, script writing, behind-the-scenes on the set, and discussions on the ways to tell uniquely Riverina stories. This event was supported by Western Riverina Arts.
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Kathryn Little's exhibition 'Finding Joy' was held at the Narrandera Arts & Community Centre. For the duration of the exhibition, Kathryn donated 20% of art sales to the relief efforts for the Australian floods and war in Ukraine. This exhibition is one of eleven being delivered by Narrandera Arts & Creative Network (NACNet) this year as part of their WideOpen 2022 Program.
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Local jeweller Kristy-Lee Agresta has launched a new collection of fine jewellery hand-made in the heart of Griffith. The collection is titled California Dreamin' and Kristy-Lee says "It's based on that feeling of freedom, an ode to a simpler time before Covid and dreaming of your next big adventure!"
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Les Wicks the touring poet visited Leeton for two major events presented by Riverina Writing House and Western Riverina Arts. WRA held a Riverina Lecture with Les, combined with Gala Poetry Reading & Open Mic Night, in conversation with Leeton Writers' Collective. Les ran two writers workshop on the topics “You Have Got A Story To Tell” and ”Plan To Be Published".
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Vic McEwan from The Cad Factory presented ‘Arts in Health’ at the Griffith Community Centre as part of the Community Consultation seeking involvement for the future for arts and heritage in the new $250 million Griffith Base Hospital Redevelopment. A number of important perspectives and voices were heard on the day. The consultation was done in partnership with Western Riverina Arts.
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South West Arts Inc, Western Riverina Arts and Creative Plus Business brought together volunteers and arts professionals from museums and galleries across the Riverina. The Marketing For Museums Workshop held in Hay provided insight into strategies to find and attract visitors, build relationships with stakeholders, and find the best promotional tactics. Thank you to our fabulous presenter Monica Davidson for an engaging and tailored workshop! This event was supported by NSW Small Business Month Rebuild Recharge Renew 2022.
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CASP Round Opening In 2022
CASP is returning in 2022! Western Riverina Arts will be administering the Country Arts Support Program (CASP), a Create NSW initiative that supports a creative, vibrant and resilient NSW arts and cultural sector that engages with diverse audiences and communities. Groups, non-profits, organisations and Local Government Authorities in the Leeton, Griffith, Narrandera and Murrumbidgee Council areas are encouraged to apply. Five applicants will have $3,000 in funding available to go towards their project. Our CASP applications will be open between 2nd May 2022 and 27th May 2022. Guidelines and information on the application process will be available in the coming weeks.
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Artists Selected For State-Wide Project
Two local artists have been selected to participate in the state-wide Regional Futures project. The Western Riverina Arts Regional Futures Mentorship sought applications from young artists between 16 and 25 and a mentor artist of their choice. Emerging young Wiradjuri artist Jacob Charles will work with Griffith based sculptor and jeweller Hape Kiddle to develop his skills and expand his future in this field.
Regional Futures is a two-year creative project funded by Create NSW and delivered by the NSW Regional Arts Network which represents 15 members organisations that support and promote artists and creative practice across regional NSW. At the heart of the project is collaboration across sectors bringing artists and other experts together, exploring the future of the regions. The artists will participate in a ten-week self-directed creative development program that will involve weekly online sessions with various thought leaders and studio visits from the project's Artistic Director.
Regional Futures will culminate with the showcasing in Sydney of new works developed as part of the project.
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The Hive Narrandera - The Riverina's Newest Gallery Opens
Meet Melissa Horrell, the visionary behind Narrandera’s newest gallery. The Hive Narrandera is a hub of creativity, bringing together an art gallery, retail space and opportunities for creative classes.
The completely renovated building provides a refreshing new space for Riverina artists to display their work: “I’m new to the area. This is my third year in Narrandera and I have seen so many talented people! My idea was to have an art gallery in the front, because it is such a big space and showcase local, regional and rural New South Wales art.”
Melissa specialises in upcycling and furniture painting workshops but will also be offering other art forms at The Hive such as floral arranging, paint & sips and weaving. She hopes these workshops will make creativity more accessible for locals: “What I’ve found is that a lot of people from Narrandera can’t always get to Wagga or Griffith, Coolamon or Junee.”
Artists currently on display include Kate Marshall, Leila Constable and Sally Steele. Visit the gallery Wednesday through to Friday, 10am – 4pm to see the latest works.
Artists and people with queries regarding workshops and venue hire can reach out to Melissa via email on thehivenarrandera@gmail.com or visit 68 East Street, Narrandera.
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The Australian Art Deco Festival Leeton returns July 2022
Australia’s largest art-deco festival celebrating all things 1910-1940 within stunning Art Deco buildings is set to return in 2022! Treat your senses and family to exhibitions, markets, music, jazz, swing and immerse yourself in the fashion, food, vehicles and culture of the town in the 20’s and 30’s. Book your tickets here!
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Flood Recovery Support Northern Rivers
Our thoughts are with our colleagues at Arts Northern Rivers and the creative communities severely affected by the recurring floods. There is an open call for flood recovery support: Donations can be made here. Lismore resident and Executive Director of Arts Northern Rivers Jane Fuller spoke of the devastation to community radio station 2SER-FM.
"The creative sector across the entire region has collectively suffered untold losses: galleries losing entire collections, studios, equipment, and artworks in ruin, and livelihoods in freefall. Along with this, Arts Northern Rivers also have completely lost their office to the floods. Unfortunately, like many across the region, the not-for-profit organisation is not insured for floods. With insurance premiums beginning at $30,000 per annum, this is simply an unattainable cost for most across the arts sector.
With a core value of advocacy, Arts Northern Rivers has already reached out to the region's colleagues and peers to begin the task of tracking the scale of the damages. These damages are rising into the 10’s of millions in building and infrastructure alone including; Lismore Regional Gallery, The Northern Rivers Conservatorium, Lismore City Hall (NORPA), M-Arts (Murwillumbah), Byron School of Art, Spaghetti Circus, and so many more. What is extremely prevalent is the magnitude of loss for the region’s independents, which, with the highest concentration of creatives outside a metro area numbering into the hundreds, are suffering greatly, and it will take months if not years to come through this."
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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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Rescue of Riverina Native Birds Exhibition
7 May to 3 June | The Willows, Jerilderie
Artists from across the region have been selected to take part in a group exhibition that raises awareness about the endangered Plains Wanderer, Australasian Bittern, Mallee-Fowl and their habitats. Visitors will be able to learn about the conservation and management which is integral to the species recovery.
Artists include: Jan Lawler, Miranda Brett, Josephine Duffy, Hape Kiddle, Cory McKenzie, Allan McKenzie Snr, Michael Lyons, Sophie Chauncy, Sharon De Valentin, The Spot Gallery Hay, Kerri Weymouth, Samantha Davies, Robyn Davis, Sarah Allen, Bernard Higgins, Jason Richardson, Finley Art Network, Linzie Joanne and David Booth (Ghostpatrol).
Please join Western Riverina Arts and South West Arts for the exhibition opening on Saturday 7th May at 6PM at the Willows homestead in Jerilderie. This exhibition will be displayed in Jerilderie from 8th May to 3rd June. Keep an eye out for the soon to be released tour schedule which will take the exhibition across our region to multiple locations in 2022.
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The Penny Paniz Acquisitive Arts Competition & Exhibition
Closes 30 April | Leeton Museum and Gallery
The Penny Paniz Acquisitive Arts (PPAA) Competition and Exhibition returns for 9th year. PPAA is Leeton Art Society Inc’s annual art event attracting hundreds of locals and interstate visitors to see artworks on display and for sale, each Easter long weekend in Leeton.
This year visitors can enjoy over 140 artworks from 40 different artists across a multitude of mediums. The 2022 Acquisitive Art Prize theme is ‘Reflections'. This exhibition will be on display until 30th April.
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Treahna Hamm: For the Love of Art
4 to 29 May | Narrandera Arts and Community Centre
The Cad Factory, Western Riverina Arts, the Spencer Family and Narrandera Arts and Creative Network is pleased to present 'For the Love of Art', an exhibition by Yorta Yorta artist Treahna Hamm that was made through receiving the Joyce Spencer Textiles Fellowship. The opening celebration will be held Friday 6 May, 6pm-8pm.
Treahna brought her own life and upbringing into conversation with Joyce's life in this new work. Treahna resonated with Joyce as they both have a shared love of creativity, joy in making, teaching to support communities and strength within family bonds. As a result, the centrepiece of the exhibition is a stunning possum skin cloak to honour Joyce and her life.
This exhibition is part of 'Wide Open 2022' developed by Narrandera Arts and Creative Network to showcase a series of exhibitions throughout the year at the Narrandera Arts and Community Centre, promoting local artists and experiences. Made possible with sponsorship from the Narrandera Branch of the Bendigo Bank and the Narrandera Shire Council.
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Call For Entries | Collide: Community Art Exhibition
Entries Close 12 September | Leeton Museum and Gallery
Collide: to come together with solid or direct impact
Our community has begun a joyous reconnection with our nearest and dearest after a long time apart. Help Leeton Museum and Gallery celebrate togetherness at its first community exhibition: ‘Collide’ invites locals of all ages to sit down with a friend, family member or pet and create an artwork based on this subject.
- Artworks of any medium will be considered, such as small sculpture, cameo, video portrait, collage and photography
- The work must be created from life, with the subject having at least one live sitting with the artist
- Entry is open to all artists of any age living or working in the Griffith, Leeton or Narrandera LGAs
- Entry is FREE (max two artworks per artist)
- Completed entry form & artwork delivered by Monday 12th September
Please see the online entry form for full terms and conditions or you can pick up a paper entry form from LMAG reception, 27-33 Chelmsford Pl, Leeton. Opening Event: 6pm 24th September 2022. Exhibition closes: 14th October 2022. For further information please contact suesannv@leeton.nsw.gov.au
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Sophie Chauncy Pop-up Exhibition
26 April - 9 June | ROR Space, 78-80 Yambil St, Griffith
The walls of ROR's Co-working Space will be taken over by the works of local artist Sophie Chauncy this May! Sophie's pop-up exhibition will be visible during ROR's opening hours 10am - 5pm, Monday to Thursday. Pop in and feast your eyes on some bright & beautiful botanicals.
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On Thin Ice
20 May - 19 June | Griffith Regional Art Gallery
Developed in close collaboration with participants, On Thin Ice tells the stories of people who are living with or recovering from addiction to crystal methamphetamine (ice) through photography, sculpture, printmaking, audio recordings and the written word. This project was commissioned by Tuggeranong Arts Centre (TAC) in 2019 in collaboration with journalist and author Ginger Gorman.
Image: Jess Higgins, Fallen detail (2019), woodblock print.
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Musical Instruments Forum
13 May | Griffith Regional Art Gallery
Significant instruments from private collections across the region will be on display for one night only. A pop up exhibition is curated by Ben Ceccato, don't miss your chance to see some of our region’s hidden treasures and hear all about the wonderful and weird stories behind them. This is a free event with limited spots, walk ins are welcome, but registration is appreciated.
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Guess How Much I Love You
Friday 27 May 10.30am, 12.30am & 4pm | Griffith Regional Theatre
“I love you right up to the moon – AND BACK.” Join the enchanting adventure of Little and Big Nutbrown Hare as they discover the magic and colour of the seasons, in a dazzling new stage adaptation of Sam McBratney’s beloved Guess How Much I Love You books. This playful story of love and nature unfolds on stage in a show that's fun for the whole family, with beautiful puppetry, music and laughter for children aged 3 years and up. Tickets are $15.
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Narrungdera Earth Fest
20 May - 22 May | Various Locations, Narrandera
The Narrungdera Earth Festival is a three day Aboriginal Cultural festival jam packed with exciting events such as cultural experiences, knowledge sharing, Aboriginal art, didgeridoo contest, Traditional foods, Aboriginal market and Traditional dance and much much more! Check out the full program here or book tickets here.
This event is sponsored by Narrandera Shire Council, Bendigo Bank & Building Better Regions Fund - Round 4.
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AUDIO VISIONS
NEW DATE: 1-5PM Saturday 30 April | Mountford Park, Leeton
Jammin’ in the Park is a home-grown musical event for ages 12 – 24 years. A chance to come and showcase your skills on the Mountford Park stage. They are seeking bands, groups, musicians and singers. Come one, come all! It doesn’t matter what level you are at - this is a chance to get experience and confidence on the stage. Bring along all of your equipment required to play. Fetch your digital kit and spend time with DJ Ken and be DJ, learn production with John from Access All Areas Professional Audiovisual or kick back and watch a performance from Dookie. Bring a chair and be amazed at our home-grown talent, give them encouragement and be entertained with this free event!
This event is part of the Youth Summer Holiday Program and is brought to you by Department of Regional NSW, Leeton Shire Council, Creative Connection Riverina, DJ Ken and Access All Areas Professional Audiovisual.
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AUDIO VISIONS
Closes 15 May | Griffith Regional Art Gallery
AUDIO VISIONS is a community exhibition showcasing local artists, who have been asked to create art from music. From vivid video animations, all the way to contemplative still-life, there is something for anyone’s artistic tastes in this exhibition. This exhibition runs Friday 15 April - Sunday 15 May.
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Music in Art History Talk + DECODED LIVE
6PM 5 May | Griffith Regional Art Gallery
Join Curator Ray Wholohan for a Music in Art History Talk followed by a live viewing of art and sound by Bernard Gray and DECODED members. All are welcome and light refreshments are provided. Tickets are $5.
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Roslyn Lockhart: Her Story
Opening Event 2PM Saturday 14 May | Leeton Museum and Gallery
Roslyn Lockhart’s exhibition of painted portraiture, Her Story, shines a light on the females we admire and love from our region. On the importance of creating an exhibition dedicated to women Roslyn reflects: “This exhibition is to celebrate the women who are doing big and little things to make our communities a better place. Without women there is no children, no families, no communities. No women, no Us. When I talk to my 94-year-old Barkindji Grandmother and ask why is our tribe matrilineal, she said because without women, there is no future tribe.”
Please join Leeton Museum and Gallery for the Her Story opening, 2-4pm Saturday 14th May. This exhibition is on display from 6th May – 11th June. LMAG opening hours are 10am – 3pm, Monday – Saturday.
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Banna Lane Festival
26 April - 8 May | Griffith, NSW
Come see artists live in action! The 2022 festival line up includes Claire Foxton, Thomas Jackson, Michael Black, Karissa Undy, Di Tarr & Lisa Taliano and Straight Lines Design. The 2022 program includes live painting demonstrations, festival tours, artist Q&As, Lighting Up the Lane and more!
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Hilary Geddes Quartet: Parkside Tour
21 June | Piccolo Family Farm Farm, Lake Wyangan
Originally from Griffith, Sydney-based guitarist and composer Hilary Geddes is an emerging star of the Australian scene – a must see performer! “a fine guitarist and a discerning sonic sculptor…” - Sydney Morning Herald. Recipient of Australia’s most prestigious jazz award in 2021, The Freedman Jazz Fellowship, Hilary Geddes leads a quartet comprised of Sydney’s new generation of jazz stars. Her quartet is beautifully synchronized to create unique sonic landscapes and expansive and uplifting music that’s reminiscent of the great Bill Frissell – with an elemental Australian flavor. Purchase tickets.
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Sweet Gs Repurposing Workshop
14 May | ROR Space, 78-80 Yambil St, Griffith
Join Sweet G's Art and get your hands dirty to up-cycle some pre-loved goodies and enjoy a 6 course tasting menu by Nino. Grace from Sweet G's Art will take you through an afternoon of creating and repurposing pre-loved goodies while you enjoy a 6 course tasting menu using local produce by Nino Ierachitano with local wines in ROR's courtyard.
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From Near and Far: A Percussion Journey
7.30pm Saturday 30 April | St Alban's Cathedral, Griffith
David Lockeridge's first solo concert of the year will be at the beautiful St. Alban's Cathedral on the 30th of April and is FREE for everyone to attend: "After such a rough few years I am stoked I can bring this high energy virtuosic concert to my home town in a great venue. You will not want to miss this one as I am throwing everything into it. Joining me will be Cameron Gregory one of Australia's finest drummers. We will also be raising much needed money for Support Act, a charity that helps performers and their families during troubling times. So come a long and experience some fabulous percussion music and loads of stories that will take you on a journey. I am really looking forward to this one!"
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BreastScreen NSW Aboriginal Artwork Competition
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Naomi Williams Wiradjuri Poetry Prize 2022
The Naomi Williams Poetry Prize is named in honour of Nay who was a strong, proud Wiradjuri woman from the Brungle/Tumut area of NSW. Nay loved to write poetry about the river, her family and all the elements of love that she treasured. This poetry prize aims to support other Wiradjuri writers and encourage more poetry about life in Wiradjuri country. Entries close 17 June.
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Gallery & Marketing Officer
Broken Hill Council is seeking a suitably qualified applicant to fill the permanent full-time role of Gallery & Marketing Officer. This position is responsible for providing quality visitor services at the Broken Hill City Art Gallery, including responsibility for the gallery’s front of house and the creation of gallery marketing campaigns to promote all gallery operations. Applications close 6 May.
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Strengthening Rural Communities – Rebuilding Rural Communities
The Rebuilding Regional Communities stream runs in parallel with the Bushfire Recovery and Small & Vital streams within the flagship Strengthening Rural Communities program. Thanks to the Australian Government, funding is available in remote, rural and regional areas in all States and Territories. A total of $5 million will be provided nationally from 2022 to 2024 through two funding tiers:
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Project & Communications Officer
Writing NSW is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Project & Communications Officer to help design and administer their vibrant program of festivals, events and prizes and to develop and implement strategies for promotion of the organisation. Applications close 15 May.
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Ardlethan Art Prize
Artists looking to submit entries to the Ardlethan Art Prize can get in touch with Karen Wood on kmwood1@bigpond.com or 0432 095 744. 9th of May is the last day for paintings and sculptures to be delivered to the Hall. Registration forms can be delivered with paintings.
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Event Saver Program
The purpose of Event Saver is to provide financial support to organisers of Major Events scheduled to be held between Wednesday 15 December 2021 and Saturday 31 December 2022 where an event is cancelled or Significantly disrupted as a direct result of Public Health Orders (PHO).
Major Events have been targeted for support due to the significant impact these events have on driving tourism as well as on the broader NSW economy. Find out more.
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Resilience NSW COVID Regional Community Support Program
Now closing May 26: CRCS is a two-part program, designed to support eligible not-for-profit organisations, community groups, and associated volunteer-based organisations that were involved in supporting individuals and families affected by COVID lockdowns. This second stream of the program will support community projects that increase capacity for service provision in ongoing and future pandemic events. This program is funded by the NSW Government and delivered by FRRR, on behalf of Resilience NSW.
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Meroogal Women’s Art Prize
Sydney Living Museums is excited to announce that entries are now open for the 2022 Meroogal Women’s Art Prize, with a prize pool of over $10,000. Female artists from across NSW are invited to submit works, in any medium, that respond to the historic house of Meroogal, its former occupants, and its meaning within broader historical and contemporary contexts.
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Remagine 2022
Remagine Art Prize has a focus on sustainability and the environment. This year’s theme ‘Planet Earth: The future is Circular’, relates to the reduction of earth’s raw materials and to the reuse of these finite and precious natural resources. The transition to a ‘circular economy’ will help to address biodiversity and habitat loss, pollution and greenhouse emissions. Artists are asked to submit artworks that relate to an element of this theme. There is $11,000 in total prize money to be won. Open to Digital Art – Stills, Sculpture, Mixed Media, Ceramics, Painting, Drawing and Printmaking.
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2022 Churchill Fellowship
Churchill Fellowships offer a diverse range of people from all walks of life an opportunity to travel overseas for four to eight weeks to explore a topic or issue that they are passionate about. They encourage applications from all sectors of the community and in any field or topic of interest. Find out more.
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Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes & Young Archie Comp
The Art Gallery of NSW administers several of Australia’s most important art prizes, the Archibald, Young Archie, Wynne and Sulman Prizes. Online entry forms for these prizes are available, find out more.
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NSW Performing Arts Relaunch Package
The NSW Performing Arts Relaunch package has been extended until 9 May 2022. Applications for the Performing Arts Relaunch package are open to eligible NSW venues, promoters and producers to relaunch performing arts activities. Find out more.
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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 380 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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