lineupJULY - september 2012

Bundaberg Regional Ar t Gal lery Chi lders Ar ts Space

EXHIBITIONS | PROGRAMS | EVENTS

Imagine That!By THE BuNdABERG POTTERy GROuP & THE fIREHOuSE POTTERS

11 JULY – 2 septemberBundaberg Regional Ar t Gal lery

Traditional pottery shapes and techniques have been translated into sculptural form with the freedom of sculpture providing the opportunity to explore the full range of ceramic possibilities, including colourful, textural surface and firing temperatures and techniques.

The inclusive group policy of encouraging the contribution of all members has been continued in the form of a flowing lighted heart. This work is loosely based on the utopian dream and poignant lyrics expressed in John Lennon’s hit song from the seventies called “Imagine”. It was left to each artist to interpret the song in their own way with no restriction on materials, methods or colours.Image: Narelle Lewis, Growth, 2012, clay and mixed media.

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Second LifeBy MARy BARRON

11 JULY – 2 septemberBundaberg Regional Ar t Gal lery

When making art from recycled materials the work retains a memory of the materials original function. The artworks in ‘Second Life’ are made predominately from old clothes and those of Barron’s family and friends. In their first life they were clothes, utilitarian and practical and their purpose in this first life helps to inform their second life as art.

ArtIst tALK AND DemONstrAtION Thursday 12th July, 10am - 11amMary Barron, Sewing Machine, 2012, recycled clothing. Photographer: Rod Buchholz.

The Games We PlayBy dAI LI

11 JULY – 2 septemberBundaberg Regional Ar t Gal lery

“The Games We Play” seeks to set up metaphorical connections between the games we play and deeper emotional experiences in life. These moments can occur at times of activity, feelings of excitement, fear or nervousness, the thrill of escape, the joy of success or the discovery of failure. Likewise, moments of contemplation or unguarded moments when no one is watching — or we are hiding — are moments when people can reveal their true nature.Image: dai Li, Preparation, 2012.

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Elder and youngROGER SAuNdERS ANd CHERN’EE SuTTON

26 JUNe – 12 AUgUstChi lders Ar ts Space

Elder and young showcases a diverse range of stories, yarns and artists interpretations of dreamtime stories from around Australia, the exhibition is by two of Bundabergs most talented indigenous artists, Ngarrandjeri Elder, Roger (Bush fire) Saunders and 15 year old Chern’ee Sutton.

ArtIst DemONstrAtION Sunday 29th July, 10.30am - 12.30pm, Roger Saunders Sunday 29th July, 1.00pm - 3.00pm, Chern’ee Sutton

www.bushfireart.com www.cherneesutton.com.auImage: Chern’ee Sutton and Roger Saunders, Elder and Young, 2012, acrylic on canvas.

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Sink or floatBy KRIS MARTIN

7 AUgUst – 7 OctOberBundaberg Regional Ar t Gal lery

‘Sink or float’ features a woven boat made by fibre artist Kris Martin – known for his large scale woven sculptural installations. Martin is a community arts practitioner and a highly experienced weaver and weaving teacher. Based on the Sunshine Coast hinterland, Martin has created inspiring artworks for numerous events and festivals including: Woodford folk festival, Island Vibe festival and floating Land festival.

ArtIst tALK Tuesday 7th August, 3pm - 4pm

www.moodra.com/weavingwizardryImage: Photograph of Kris Martin.

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The Next StepBy MARNI KOSTER

14 AUgUst – 30 septemberChi lders Ar ts Space

Marni Koster’s work constitutes various studies in form and figurative abstract expressionism. Koster’s latest exhibition ‘The Next Step’, is a continuation of the artist’s journey of this body of work. ‘The Next Step’ incorporates new, natural, and recycled materials.

eXHIbItION OpeNINg Sunday 18th August, 2pm - 4pm

www.marnikoster.comImage: Marni Koster, Soul Mates, 2012, cast bronze.

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EmergeBy THE COMBINEd HIGH SCHOOLS Of THE REGION

6 september – 4 NOvemberBundaberg Regional Ar t Gal lery

The Emerge exhibition is an annual event held by the Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery. Emerge showcases selected artworks from secondary school students throughout the region, as well as the range of visual arts programs being taught in schools in the area.

eXHIbItION OpeNINg Sunday 8th September, 2pm

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Beaut BatikWITH fIONA dyER

september scHOOL HOLIDAY WOrKsHOps24 & 25 septemberBundaberg Regional Ar t Gal lery

Explore the process of Batik through 2 fun projects. Batik a hankie using wax and colour and then practice the technique on material using multi colours!

Ages: 6-16 yrs

cOst: $13 per child

bOOK: Bookings essential. Phone 07 4130 4750 or www.brag-brc.org.au/workshops

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dragonsWITH MICHELLE PACEy

september scHOOL HOLIDAY WOrKsHOps26 september, 10Am – 12pmChi lders Ar t Space

Children will create their own dragons in this fun workshop. using pastels and washes to create patterned paper children will create body parts to assemble into a unique dragon.

Ages: 6-16 yrs

cOst: $9 per child

bOOK: Bookings essential. Phone 07 4130 4876.Image: Courtesy of Michelle Pacey.

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VENuE HIREMake your event a truly unique occasion

with locations in Bundaberg and Childers.

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bUNDAberg regIONAL Art gALLerY1 Barolin Street, Corner Quay Street,

Bundaberg, Queensland 4670

Tel (07) 4130 4750 fAX (07) 4151 2725 email hellobrag@bundaberg.qld.gov.au

Web www.brag-brc.org.au

Opening HOurs 10am-5pm Monday to friday, 11am-3pm Saturday to Sunday

Closed some public holidays.

FaCiliTies

Toilets Baby change tables Access Ramp fREE Admission

cHILDers Arts spAcefirst floor, Palace Memorial Building,

72 Churchill Street, Childers, Queensland 4660

Tel 07 4130 4876 email charts@bundaberg.qld.gov.au

Opening HOurs 9am-4pm Monday to friday, 9am-3pm Saturday to Sunday

Closed some public holidays.

FaCiliTies

Toilets Lift fREE Admission

Bruce Hwy / Churchill St

Macrossan St

McIlwraith St

North St

Cresce

nt St

due to unforseen circumstances exhibitions may be subject to change.

The Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery and the Childers Arts Space is a cultural initiative of the Bundaberg Regional Council and are proudly supported by the following organisations: