Greta SimpsonFriendship Djerrip Art Exhibition
March 26th 2008 11:52
I decided my first post proper should be about the small-a art scene, not the big-A Art Scene.
Why? Because I think this is the art that needs coverage and because I am for the (often struggling) artist. Also, because talent doesn't relate directly to success and because sometimes I wish it did.
There are many reasons for looking at grassroots art in Melbourne, and that's part of what makes the art scene so brilliant here - there's plenty of big AND little art scene action.
So, rant over...
Synergy Gallery, on High Street in Northcote, is a community gallery showing contemporary art from local artists. It's a not-for-profit art space, run by volunteers and available at an affordable cost to emerging artists.
Currently, the gallery is hosting a collection of art which will be auctioned this Saturday, as part of The Friendship Djerrip Festival. This yearly event is a chance for non-indigenous Australians to pay homage to indigenous people - in true post-colonial style, we're celebrating the shared ground within our history, culture and storytelling. The Festival involves all the arts: film, music, theatre, craft and visual art.
The art up for auction is not all 'professional' but it's all heartfelt, creating a warmth in the space and a homeliness not always found in 'high art' galleries. In keeping with the theme of friendship and closeness, pieces are hung in close proximity to one another - but it works. Artists span the spectrum in terms of style as well as experience. Some of my favourites were Tony Fuery's print work - a peaceful face, evoking Buddhist temple moments, and Arlene Textaqueen's stylistically distinctive contribution (check out some examples of her work above).
Visit the gallery at 251 High Street in Northcote. They're open 12-6pm. The auction will take place from 8:30pm on Saturday 29 March.
Image from Flickr.com
Why? Because I think this is the art that needs coverage and because I am for the (often struggling) artist. Also, because talent doesn't relate directly to success and because sometimes I wish it did.
There are many reasons for looking at grassroots art in Melbourne, and that's part of what makes the art scene so brilliant here - there's plenty of big AND little art scene action.
So, rant over...
Synergy Gallery, on High Street in Northcote, is a community gallery showing contemporary art from local artists. It's a not-for-profit art space, run by volunteers and available at an affordable cost to emerging artists.
Currently, the gallery is hosting a collection of art which will be auctioned this Saturday, as part of The Friendship Djerrip Festival. This yearly event is a chance for non-indigenous Australians to pay homage to indigenous people - in true post-colonial style, we're celebrating the shared ground within our history, culture and storytelling. The Festival involves all the arts: film, music, theatre, craft and visual art.
The art up for auction is not all 'professional' but it's all heartfelt, creating a warmth in the space and a homeliness not always found in 'high art' galleries. In keeping with the theme of friendship and closeness, pieces are hung in close proximity to one another - but it works. Artists span the spectrum in terms of style as well as experience. Some of my favourites were Tony Fuery's print work - a peaceful face, evoking Buddhist temple moments, and Arlene Textaqueen's stylistically distinctive contribution (check out some examples of her work above).
Visit the gallery at 251 High Street in Northcote. They're open 12-6pm. The auction will take place from 8:30pm on Saturday 29 March.
Image from Flickr.com
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