Sculpture 2011

A little bit of promotion goes a long way! Now that this dog has become a celebrity, I'll be in the studio making more!

Happenings

A bit of self promotion. If you feel like looking at some fine art this month you can check out the great sculpture at Global Gallery. I might be a bit biased because I'm in the show but its far more dynamic than the Danks St exhibition. I'm also putting together an installation for the SCAPE group show at Artereal. My big exhibition at Gaffa is coming up but I'm finding it hard to get motivated after the January lull. I'm enjoying the Sydney Festival this year. I highly recommend My Bicycle Loves You and am waiting in anticipation to see The Red Shoes.

stART

Lots and lots of AstroTurf!!!

Gokko-Neko and Gokko-Inu enjoyed ART SYDNEY 2010. They have gone back into their kennels for a rest. They'll be making their next appearance for Christmas at Kerrie Lowe Gallery in Newtown.

Scribble Cat & Dog drawn with ceramic pencil.

New Work for the Everleigh Artisan Markets

Here's a little sneak peek at some of the work that I'll be selling at the Awesome Clay @ Everleigh event this Sunday 7th November. The sculpture's range from 15cm - 30cm and are priced between $50-$100. It's panning out to be a great day with heaps of hands on demonstrations and an eclectic variety of artists and work!. I'm thinking it might be a good opportunity for some Xmas gift shopping. come down and say hi if you're in the area!.

Awesome Clay at Eveleigh!

Eveleigh Artisan Market will be showcasing some of the finest in ceramic art on Sunday, 7 November 2010 as part of the Awesome Clay at Eveleigh! event. Market goers will be able to purchase unique pieces by some of the most talented ceramic artists in Australia and will be treated to demonstrations including wheel throwing, hand-building and decorating. Vicki Grima from The Australian Ceramics Association is excited about the event saying, “There will be 24 talented ceramic artists showcasing their work at the Artisan Market. This is a fantastic opportunity for Sydneysiders to be able to view and purchase some beautiful handmade ceramic art.” Arian Aljinovic, Eveleigh Market Manager, added: “Along with the usual Artisans stalls showcasing the best in independent art and design, this event will show off some of the fabulous works being produced in ceramics; there will also be ceramic workshops for people, both young and old, to learn more about the craft. It should be lots of fun!” One of the ceramists showcasing their work is John Tuckwell who works mostly with porcelain, using up to four different clays depending on the piece. Another artist is Petra Svoboda who creates pieces using ceramic materials and mixed media. Her work is inspired by pop surrealism, animation and street art. The Artisans’ Market is held on the first Sunday of the Month (except January) and showcases the very best in independent art, design and crafts including painting, sculpture, furniture, photography, glass, homewares, designer clothing, and jewellery. The market runs from 10am-3pm at the heritage listed Blacksmith’s Workshop at 248 Wilson St, Darlington. The Eveleigh Artisans’ Market is proudly supported by Australian Technology Park. Come by and see Mr Poophead and Pigs CAN fly!

Sculpture in the Vineyards

Concurrent to the chaos of preparing for Art Sydney 2010 I'm also exhibiting in Sculpture in the Vineyards. It's held along the Wollombi Valley Wine Trail and with all this rain we've been having lately it's awfully pretty up there at the moment. Wollombi is also a historic village and home to Dr Jurd's Jungle Juice. So get away for the day or the weekend and enjoy the creative combination of art and wine!. You can check out my installation at Wollombi Wines. It's on for ages so there's no excuse! 3 October 2010 - 2 January 2011.

ART SYDNEY 2010

While waiting an hour and a half for my Friday night pizza I have decided to start updating my blog. It's hard to concentrate though will a rumbling tummy!. Every spare moment of my time is being spent in the studio at the moment. I'll be launching my limited edition sculptures Gokko-Neko and Gokko-Inu at Art Sydney 2010. A hundred sculptures will be made in total and they will make an appearance in sexy metallic black, bronze, dark silver, gunmetal, and bumblebee. I'm part of an exciting new initiative called stART that gives self-represented emerging artists an opportunity to run their own exhibitions and sell direct to the public. Opening night is on Thursday 11th November from 5pm - 9pm. It then runs from Friday - Sunday.