Perspective Touring Exhibitions |
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Perspective in Charters Towers |
On 16 August we concluded our stop at the World Theatre Gallery in Charters Towers! The works received a wonderful reception from 1 July to 16 August from many visitors. Thank you to everyone who visited the exhibition! |
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| Image credit: Dean Ansell |
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Perspective in Charleville |
On 6 September, the 36 artworks for the Perspective exhibition arrived at their next designation at Mulga Lands Art Gallery at Charleville. They will be exhibited until 19 October 2024. We were so keen to showcase the talents of many regional artists here!
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| Image credit: Mulga Lands Art Gallery |
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Thanks again to Arts Queensland Touring Fund. |
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Charters Towers Mural Workshop |
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PUNQ Festival Community Mural Painting in Charters Towers with Ian Waldron on 8 - 12 August 2024
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Image credit: Mike Carney Creative Industries Centre
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| We had the rare opportunity to kick off our new mural project – inspired by the QRAA touring exhibition (Perspective). The event was hosted at the Mike Carney Creative Industries Centre Charters Towers from 8-12 August for the PUNQ Festival. There, participants got to collaborate with renowned artist: Ian Waldron to construct a highly dynamic and extraordinary mural!
Through this project, we could showcase the many talents of QRAA talents within the lively and creative community. Thank you to all that came to paint in the short but intimate interval!
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Showcasing Regional Artists in the Digital nightscape! |
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As part of Flying Art's JWAC Projection Program for the building’s facade nightscape, the works of regional artists are displayed every evening between 6pm and 11pm. If you are in Fortitude Valley make sure you look up to view these amazing works as part of Flying Artistry. Take a snap and tag us on social media and tell us what you think @flyingartsalliance on Instagram!
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| Michelle Le Plastrier Digital Projection For August, we showcased the amazing digital nightscape work of 2023 QRAA "Environmental Art" award winner Michelle LePlastier. The work was projected onto the Judith Wright Art Centre Facad, which complemented her solo exhibition "I Thought There'd Be More Flying Cars ". Her projection was active until the end of August and received a positive reception! Sharing these lovely comments with you: “The purple & blue lighting underneath just compliment it so nicely!” “Sooooo amazing!!!!!!!!”
“Gosh I love this! ” |
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Image credit: Judith Wrights Art Centre |
| Colina Wymarra Digital Projection
Colina, alongside exhibiting with us and at the Atrium for her two solo exhibitions, projected her still image of her painting Mother’s Totems (2024) onto the Judith Façade in September! Her projection showcased a vibrant landscape of colours and vibrance! |
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Image credit: Judith Wrights Art Centre |
| Georgie Pinn Digital Projection
During September, Georgie Pinn, an interactive creative technologist who makes large-scale multi-sensory art experiences in public space projected her virtually immersive artwork FLOW. The intimate and personifying work alongside audiovisuals told a story on emotional intelligence as a form of expression.
The reel of the work received a large reach. The great reception is reflected by the comment below: “Ooh powerful! I love the audio with this too!” |
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Nikolas Kiriakos - Mutualisms (2024) |
Image credit: Nikolas Kiriakos |
Lauren Edmonds Rising Crises (2024) |
Image credit: Lauren Edmonds |
| Kelsey Woods - Residual (2024) |
Image credit: Kelsey Woods |
Kylie Stevens - One in 200 Years: The Scale is Misunderstood & Increasingly Irrelevant II (2024) |
Image credit: Kylie Stevens |
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Projection Possibilities – Digital Projection Curated by Kellie O’Dempsey Curated by Dr. Kellie O'Dempsey, these four digital, multimedia artists from different practices: - Nikolas Kiriakos - Mutualisms (2024)
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Kelsey Woods - Residual (2024)
- Lauren Edmonds – Rising Crises (2024)
- Kylie Stevens - One in 200 Years: The Scale is Misunderstood & Increasingly Irrelevant II (2024)
These artists completed a 2-day course titled 'Projection Possibilities' which was aimed at emerging and early – career regional artists. Kellie guided artists through concept and production development for an existing artwork for projection. The projection received an overwhelmingly positive reception!
“Congrats Niko, it looks amazing! Can’t wait to get in a see all of our works :)” “Congratulations Kelsey! I can’t wait to get in and see all of our work up in lights!” “Beautiful pieces! Well done” “Amazing!!! Congratulations ❤️ these works are gorgeous in person”
“Such an incredible and meaningful work! Well done Kylie it looks beautiful wrapping around the building!”
Congratulations to Kellie and all the artists!
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These projects are generously supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland. Check out a video of it on our Instagram by clicking the images above! |
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Flying Artistry Digital Art Workshop |
Light Waves – Creative Portrait Photography Workshop
17-18 August 2024
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Image: Jamie Steww photographed by Warwick Gow |
Image credit: Warwick Gow |
| We received a high volume of participants at Warick Gow’s (QRAA Digital Art Award Highly Commended Artist) free two-day photography workshop, which was hosted at LATANA Space from 17 to 18 August.
This workshop guided artists through a creative portrait workshop utilising DIY methods for different approaches to photography both in studio and outdoors. It included basics to photography, introductory studio lighting setups and the use of props and DIY materials to capture portraits in a creatively aesthetic way.
Through Gow’s workshop, participants had the opportunity to submit an EOI to be part of the FLYING ARTistry Judith Wrights Art Centre projection project. The workshop had an overwhelmingly positive outcome! ” Thank you FAA and Warwick. This workshop ticked a lot of boxes. ” “Learned a lot and it was great fun!”
Thank you to all that joined, and a special thank you to Warwick Gow for facilitating this creative workshop! |
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Professional Development Programs |
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Thanks to our brilliant facilitators participating in our creative consultations in August and September! They were all sold out in record time. |
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Professional Development Webinar |
Darren Blackman –Approaching First Nations Collaborations |
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Gureng Gureng/Gangulu man, Darren Blackman has spent over 20 years working in remote and regional Queensland from, the Western Qld, the Gulf Country, Cape York and the Torres Strait. Darren shared his lived and learned experiences, engaging with diverse people and cultures. Participants learned about: - Common protocols & practices. - The uniqueness of First Nations experiences and recent history. - Create productive and lasting relationships. |
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Sebastion Moody – Using Text as a Visual Medium |
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| In this free webinar hosted on the 2nd of August, artist Sebastian Moody used their own practice as a case study to discuss how text and language are used in contemporary visual art.
The participants learned to: -Learn the historical origins and evolution of text in the visual arts from concrete poetry and conceptual art to more contemporary applications. -Understand the important role context plays in shaping the reception and interpretation of text-based artworks.
-Focus on public text art and its potential for creating social, political, humorous, and poetic works in this context. |
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John Swinson - The Seven Legal Sins for Artists |
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| On September 12, John Swinson hosted a free online webinar that discussed legal issues for artists, how not to get sued, and, and how to protect your creations. This seminar also included case studies to learn from so viewers didn’t make the same mistakes as others!
Topics talked about included: -Copyright -Contracting -Compensation -Credit -Control -Can I use AI? |
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The Visual Field – Rockhampton |
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Image credit: Rockhampton Museum of Art |
| Years 10 to 12 regional and remote students engaged in a 3-day program to explore career pathways in the arts.
The program was a collaboration between Flying Arts Alliance and the IMA and facilitated by educator and contemporary artist Nadine Schmoll, and visual artist and curator Sophie Delaney at Rockhampton Museum of Art. Program included the following presentations: -A Sense of Place: Mark Making Workshop with Visual Artist Peta Lloyd -Footprints First Nations Tour with First Nations Art Officer Dr Melinda Mann
-Curator and Collections Tour with Curator Emily Wakeling
-Panel Discussions with arts and education industry professionals from Rockhampton Museum of Art, IMA, Flying Arts and Central Queensland University. Peta Lloyd commended this program: “I enjoyed working with this fabulous group of young creatives, it’s always a privilege to experience the creative energy that is produced.”
Good luck to those who came on their creative journey! |
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Events at the Judith Wright Art Centre |
The Mervyn Moriarty Landscape Award – Exhibition
12-30 August |
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Image credit: Judith Wright Arts Centre |
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The Mervyn Moriarty Landscape Award Exhibition arrived in Brisbane from the 12 to 30 August, bringing with it a stunning collection of artworks. We were thrilled to present the works right here at the Judith Wright Arts Centre Foyer Gallery.
The artists featured in this showcase have truly brought the walls of the Judith Wright Arts Centre to life with their incredible talent. We were filled with pride to be able to highlight and celebrate such remarkable creativity on display. |
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Colina Wymarra Bloodlines – Solo Exhibition 12-30 August |
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As part of her prize in winning the QRAA 2023’s Remote Artist Art Award, Colina Wymarra held a solo exhibition at the Judith Wright Art Centre in September. It was a tremendous success, and we are delighted to report that Colina is now represented in Brisbane by Wentworth Galleries! Congratulations Colina! Colina notes about her exhibition and practice,
“I wanted to show the observer who I am and how richly intricate MY IDENTITY is as a Gudang/Yadhaykenu Woman from Cape York, as well as a Dauareb/Komet Woman from Mer Island in the Torres Strait. The stories of my people are not known in the mainstream – meaning the way I can tell it. These stories have been fragmented and somewhat “whitewashed” throughout time. Hence, the physical layout of this exhibition, from canvases to ceramics I hope, will take you through a journey of the celebrated identity of my people and…ME.”
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| Image credit: James Broadhurst |
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QRAA Artist Solo Exhibitions
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Michelle Le Plastrier: I Thought There’d Be More Flying Cars 30 July - 10 August |
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As 2023 QRAA Environmental Art Award Winner,Michelle Le Plastrier received a solo exhibition opportunity at the Queensland College of Art Project Gallery from the 30th of July to the 10th of August. The event was a wonderful celebration of Michelle’s talent and where her fantastic ceramic work truly shone! The 2023 QRAA Environmental Art Award is proudly sponsored by Griffith University Queensland College of Art and the Turner Family Foundation, recognizing outstanding contributions to environmental art.
Congratulations, Michelle, on a brilliant exhibition! We are incredibly proud to support and celebrate regional artists like you. People complimented: “Absolutely adored this show ” “I went and saw this today it was amazing!”
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Colina Wymarra Seasonal Bloodlines 9 - 23 September |
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Image credit: James Broadhurst |
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At the Atrium from the 9th to 23rd of September, Colina Wymarra both showcased her works in her solo exhibition “Seasonal Bloodlines” and had an artist talk with Director of the UQ Art Museum, Peta Rake. In her artist showcase Seasonal Bloodlines, Colina shared stories of lore handed down to her by her ancestors of Gudang/Yadhaykenu of Cape York as well as the Dauareb/Komet People of the Torres Strait. Colina describes her solo exhibition as, “A continuation of the Bloodlines but from a different perspective. A “Seasonal” perspective. What you may see when you visit my Country is not what I see. For example, you may come to my Country, Cape York, and see pristine beaches, and yet I see Dugong Hunting Season by the seaweed on the beach and a smell – a different smell emanating from the water.” The event was hosted by Flying Arts Alliance Inc. and presented by award sponsor, The University of Queensland. |
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By Request Program Highlight |
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Cairns Indigenous Art Fair 2024
We had the absolute pleasure of attending the 2024 CIAF, where we got to meet many amazing artists and organisations. This year, we were represented by our By Request Managaer Chantel Bates and Gureng Gureng/Gangalu artist Darren Blackman.
We want to extend our congratulations to all the talented artists who showcased their work at CIAF this year. We saw many familiar faces and some of the brilliant talent that has been showcased through Flying Arts as well!
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Image credit: Courtesy of Petalia Humpheries
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| Petalia Humpheries - Senior Visual Art Experience
Petalia Humpheries has been a facilitator at flying arts for many years. She brings the principals of her art making to schools across Queensland with her bold colours and unique style. Mt Maria College was the most recent school to have some fun making art with Petalia. We are thrilled to have artists like her on our team to bring truly meaningful experiences to students. |
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Cultural Day - Blackbutt State School
We recently sent 4 amazing first nations artists to a cluster of school students living in the South Burnett region. Erica Eurell, David Eurell, Paul Bong and Elizabeth Bong each provided their own unique workshop that students rotated to all day.
The students were able to showcase First Nations Culture and teach students about understanding their stories. We painted, learnt about Totems, sang and made music and created stone paintings. We had a wonderful time at Blackbutt with these 200 students. We’re beyond thrilled to bring Indigenous art into schools and communities across Queensland. These artists have been an amazing addition to our By Request team, and we’re so grateful for their creativity and knowledge. |
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Image credit: Erica Eurell, David Eurell, Paul Bong and Elizabeth Bong |
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We want to share the wonderful, positive feedback for By Request services! Moreton Bay College Teacher – Brooke White Flying Arts did very well to find someone fantastic to cover a cancelled workshop from another provider, with short notice. Shehab was excellent. He was knowledgeable, approachable, and practical. We would love to work with him again.
It was a wonderful workshop and Shehab catered for our student's needs very well. Loretto College Cooparoo Teacher - Mae McDonald
The activity went above and beyond my expectations, Michelle is a wonderful person and professional artist, the students and I were very lucky to work with her. The outcomes of student artworks greatly benefited from her creative insights and expertise. |
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Quick Response Grants are available each month. They aim to support small arts or cultural projects that cannot be funded by other means because of their nature or timing. For example, you may wish to attend a workshop or complete a project within a certain time frame and cannot access appropriate funding through any other means.
For more information, click here. |
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Project Grants provide major funding for high-quality arts projects benefitting regional or remote artists, arts workers, audiences, and communities. Round 2 2024 for projects commencing on or after 1 Jan 2025 is now open, and closes on midnight Friday, August 16, 2024 (Dates TBC). For more information, click here. |
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Watch Applying for Regional Art Funds QLD Webinar! |
Flying Arts’ RAF Program Manager, Lauren Collard help an insightful webinar discuss the Regional Arts Fund's offerings and how to maximise your chances at success. Lauren spoke to the context of the fund, what RAF aims to support and strategies for navigating competitive arts funding in 2024. You can now watch the webinar on our YouTube channel, by clicking here. |
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Regional Arts Fund Success Stories |
We want to share some of the successful RAF recipients and their wonderful projects with you! |
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Image: The Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival |
| The Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival’s project titled: Film Prospects was made possible through a Regional Arts Fund's Quick Response Grant awarded to the festival coordinators. The festival was held at UniSC Gympie and held workshops and talks/panel discussions for film enthusiasts in Regional Queensland. Topics focused on storytelling, screenwriting, cinematography and other aspects of creating movies! |
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In August with the help of RAF Quick Response Funding, Kuweni Dias Mendis - Sri-Lankan Australian artist based in Beechmont - had the opportunity to exhibit her work "Running Rivers: Pulsation of Place" as part of the group exhibition "Routes We Take" in both EUNIC (European Union National Institute for Culture) and Good Life X in Sri Lanka! Kuweni explored themes of belonging, regeneration, and migrant identity through our connection with waterways, through her project.
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Image: Kuweni Dias Mednis |
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The Regional Arts Fund (RAF) is an Australian Government program designed to benefit regional and remote arts practitioners, arts workers, audiences and communities. The fund is provided through Regional Arts Australia and is administered in Queensland by Flying Arts Alliance. |
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| Our members form a central part of Flying Arts activities. As a financial member, you not only join our creative network but also receive reduced scheduled program workshop fees, voting rights at our AGM, discounts with our retail partners and more! For further information visit our website |
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| Flying Arts Alliance is listed in the Registration of Cultural Organisations, and has Deductible Gift Recipient and Tax Charity Concession status. All donations above two dollars are tax deductible and will directly support programs and activities in schools and communities in regional and remote areas. Donate now |
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Flying Arts Alliance Inc acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands and seas on which we work, live and create. We pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging. We acknowledge the unending connection of First Nations peoples to this country. We support the aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to Voice, Treaty and Truth. We value the contributions of First Nations artists, creatives, artisans, practitioners and communities to the work we do. Flying Arts Alliance is honoured to acknowledge the Governor of Queensland, Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM as our Patron. We also acknowledge Mr Tim Fairfax AC and Mrs Gina Fairfax AC as our Cultural Patrons. Flying Arts is a not-for-profit organisation inspiring the appreciation, practice and professional development of the visual and media arts as a lifetime interest or career throughout regional and remote Queensland.
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