April | May 2024

Touring Exhibitions

 For those who've missed the Perspective exhibition in Cairns,  here are some social snapshots from the Cairns Court House Gallery!

Click the image below to visit Cairns Court House Gallery's Instagram snapshot of Art for Life Award winning piece, "I saw myself, in you, wondering, how did I get here," by Lincoln Austin.

To visit Cairns Court House Gallery's overview snapshot of the Perspective exhibition, click the image below.

Image credit: Cairns Court House Gallery 

Thank you Moranbah for your warm welcome. Love returning to the Coalface Art Gallery at Moranbah with another QRAA exhibition. Don't miss the last days of the exhibition! For further details, visit here.

 

We were delighted that the workshops with our great facilitators were all booked out! 

 

Above: Michelle Turner and Melissa Westcott at Perspective exhibition in Coalface Art Gallery

Thanks Councillor Melissa Westcott for the great feedback!

 

"The exhibition showcases the winning and finalist artworks, highlighting the diverse creative talent from artists across regional Queensland.

 

Was a wonderful chat about the love of art we all share but also the struggle of artists to turn their passion into one of impact.

 

The creativity on offer at the Gallery through to the 14th of June is well worth a visit!"

 

Thanks again to Arts Queensland Touring Fund.

Image credit: UQ Art Museum.

One of our workshops in Cairns was the UQ Art Museum curated Cultural Mediation workshop. It is also touring to Toowoomba and Mackay which is sold out.

 

But there are still some spots for Toowoomba so click here to secure your spot! 

Image credit: Rose Rigely

This professional development workshop with Flying Art's facilitator Rose Rigley for artists and artsworkers teaching the fundamentals of bookbinding was a great success! Each participant created a unique book, learning how to create pages, make covers, layout signatures, and techniques for binding.

Lovely to share these comments from Flying Arts facilitator Peta Lloyd about the sold out textile workshop: "I loved teaching 19 fabulous artists today, the group followed my suggestion to give up control and go with the flow! The results were fabulous!"

Image credit: Peta Lloyd

Thank you to our participants for the great feedback below:

 

"Amazing workshop by a talented artist & lovely human. Had the BEST day & really enjoyed your knowledge sharing style & gentle guidance"

 

"Thank you Peta. The workshop was fantastic. I am so happy I could be part of it"

 

"Thank you Peta. Lovely to see you again and spend a day of art play with everyone. Great variety of techniques and materials. Beautifully guided by you."

 

 

Image credit: Michelle Turner

Terrific feedback from participants of this sold out workshop with Michelle Turner, QRAA winner and Flying Arts facilitator: 

 

"Michelle is an exceptionally skilled workshop presenter...The majority of participants were new to watercolour, and it is a testament to her skill as an instructor that all participants produced beautiful, unique, and complex pieces.

 

Honestly, she was brilliant, I can’t recommend highly enough, and I’m astounded that that was her first attempt. People who have been presenting arts workshops for years are rarely as good as Michelle."

 

 

 

Flying Artistry

 

Flying Arts is excited to be managing the Judith Wright Art Centre Projection Program for the building’s facade nightscape.

 

The projection program will illuminate the exterior with digital artwork from some of the talented regional artists being showcased in solo exhibitions in the foyer of the Judith Wright Arts Centre. It will be on display 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!

Image credit: Judith Wright Art Centre

For the first digital artwork displayed as part of Flying Artistry, we featured the winner of Flying Arts’ 2023 Queensland Regional Art Awards Emerging Artist – Naomi McKenzie.

 

The two works of Naomi’s projected were Where we Meet (left projection), and Frankie Did It (right projection).

 

Visit Naomi's Instagram to see her comments on being involved in the Flying Artistry project:

"It’s been a fantastic experience having my work so large and seen by so many. The feedback and comments from those that have seen them have been incredible."

 

 

Lincoln Austin's incredible moving digital projection was the second artwork featured in the FLYING ARTistry project. It was displayed in conjunction with their solo exhibition "I don't normally do this kind of thing".  We were thrilled the exhibition drew a huge crowd and that the digital projection got rave reviews. See some of the comments below.

 

"The projection mapping using your work is a stroke of brilliance works beautifully. ❤️❤️ art and artist so adaptive."

 

"The projections are stunning can’t wait to see the show"

Image credit: Chantel Bates

Events at the Judith Wright Art Centre

Opening of QRAA Art For Life Award Winner Lincoln Austin’s

Solo Exhibition: ‘I wouldn’t normally do this kind of thing’ 

13-27 May 2024

Above: Don't get carried away with yourself, Lincoln, Lincoln Austin, 2020. Image credit: Joe Ruckli

Lincoln Austin’s artworks reveal systems of making and codes of construction, and invites you to experience relational sensorial fields of abstract colour and form and perceptively co-construct them – playfully following the logic of design, meeting material limits, and imagining infinite recurrent possibilities. From intricate miniature assemblages to expansive installations to integrated architectural expressions, Austin’s works play across scales and materials, energising space, light, and time.

 

Above: Highly decorated Soldier,  Lincoln Austin, 2024. Image credit: Joe Ruckli

'Highly decorated soldier' was one of the pieces exhibited and Lincoln's words about that art piece:

 

"Give me enough ribbons to place on the tunics of my soldiers and I can conquer the world’ Napoleon Bonaparte

if masculinity is

your birthright

your nature

your raison d’être

why

is it

so fragile

and requiring

so many secrets"

By Request Program Highlights

School Holiday Program 

 

We're thrilled to report on the incredible week-long journey where students embarked on through the Smith Family SmArts Program, culminating in a transformative waste re-imagining workshop led by the talented Claudia Williams.

 

Over the course of the program, students delved deep into the world of sustainable fashion, learning about the environmental impact of waste in the industry and discovering innovative ways to repurpose materials. 

 

 

Creative Communities - Life Drawing

 

We're delighted to share the success of a life drawing class, led by a regional artist Jordyn Burnett, from the Sunshine Coast! Hosted at Bundaberg Regional Art Galleries, the workshop provided a unique opportunity for participants to hone their artistic skills and explore the timeless art of life drawing.

 

Under Jordyn's expert guidance, attendees were able to delve into the nuances of capturing the human form, learning techniques to express movement, light, and emotion on paper.

 

The session was filled with creativity, inspiration, and camaraderie as artists of all levels came together to share their passion for the arts.

Above: Mayatu Nova model of Wearbale Art. Image credit: James Broadhurst

Image credit: Bundaburg Regional Art Galleries.

Professional Development Programs

 

We're thrilled to share the feedback from Cara-Ann Simpson, the facilitator of our recent Professional Development Workshop in collaboration with Townsville City Galleries.

 

Here's what Cara had to say about the workshop:

"This was a great program to facilitate ... The artists were also deeply engaged with my practice and eager to hear about how I approached project planning and budget matters (i.e., procurement) within specific projects. The handbook was greatly appreciated by the participants, and the participants valued it as an asset to continue developing their skills outside of the workshop..."

 

Here is some of  the great feedback from participants!

 

"Very Informative" "Great content, great flow."

"So much knowledge, thank you Cara for an amazing session, so much to take home & put into action." "Informative, practical and in-depth detail."

"Really engaging session! Cara-Ann was so thorough, and I appreciate how hands-on the session was, and that we received a great handout."

Above: Creative Project Planning workshop participants with facilitator Cara-Ann Simpson. Image credit: Amanda Sadler.

Our webinars feature artsworkers sharing their expertise, detailing their artistic processes, and providing valuable insights into the creative industry.

 

We were delighted to present the following professional development and educator webinars:

• Work Smarter and Harder with Tamika Grant-Irmau on 18 April
• Public Art Made Public with Tess Bakharia from UAP on15 May
• Building Communities through Open Art School with Emily Wakeling on 2 May

If you weren't able to attend our previous webinars, you can now access them by clicking the image below or on our website and YouTube channel. 

Above: Tamika Grant-Iramu. Image credit: Jared Vethaak. 

Work Smarter and Harder with Tamika Grant-Irmau

 

Reflecting on our recent webinar featuring Tamika Grant-Irmau, attendees explored the power of collaboration as a catalyst for innovation and growth within the artistic community. Tamika's guidance on transitioning into the public art sector provided a roadmap for artists seeking to expand their horizons and leave a lasting impact on public spaces. 

Above: Lindy Lee, Secret World of a Starlight Ember, 2020, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, Sydney.

Public Art Made Public with Tess Bakharia | UAP 

 

In our recent webinar with Assistant Curator Tess Bakharia, participants were treated to an exploration of UAP's remarkable public art projects. Tess provided invaluable insights into the evolution of public artworks, guiding attendees through the intricate journey from conceptualisation to design fabrication and installation in the public realm. 

Above: Emily Wakeling, in the courtesy of Rockhampton Museum of Art

Building Communities through Open Art School with Emily Wakeling

 

In our recent webinar with Emily Wakeling, curator Rockhampton Museum of Art, participants delved into the challenges faced by regional artists and discovered innovative strategies to overcome them. Emily shared invaluable insights on responding and adapting to the unique needs of local art communities, emphasising the importance of flexibility and community engagement. 

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.

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 opens on 9am Monday, July 1, 2024 (Date TBC) and closes on

midnight Friday, August 16, 2024 (Dates TBC).

 

For more information, click here.

Register now on our website for the webinar on Thursday 4 July 2024 from 12 - 1pm

 

Gain valuable insights into applying for the Regional Arts Fund by joining Flying Arts' upcoming free webinar featuring our RAF Program Manager, Lauren Collard. Lauren will speak to the context of the fund, what RAF aims to support and strategies for navigating competitive arts funding in 2024.. Don't miss this opportunity to maximise your chances of securing funding for your regional arts projects. This webinar will assist applicants in:

• Navigating Eligibility
• Understanding Quick Response Grants and Project Grants
• Presenting your proposed project
• Addressing criteria effectively

Above:  Jay Wymarra performing.  Image credit: Colin Huber and Slim Deal

Successful Quick Response Grant recipient Jay Wymarra has performed his quasi-musical, comedic cabaret special at the Melbourne Internal Comedy Festival (MICF)!

Wymarra's one-man-show underwent a creative development and media asset development in August to October 2023.

 

Click here to read the case study on our website!

 

Jay Wymarra stated, “RAF funding was a modest yet critical mechanism to realise National opportunities, in a very competitive performing arts market, and allow me to aim high for the life of the work. RAF funding has kicked our butts into action, and we’ve now got 12 shows in the Southern hemisphere’s greatest comedy festival.” 

With thanks to the Regional Arts Fund's Quick Response Grant, Amanda Bennetts was able to fully participate in the FOUNDING LAB program at Ars Electronica in Linz, Austria; a prestigious initiative at the intersection of new media art, AI, and science. The success of Bennetts' project at Ars Electronica led to her selection for a residency with CTM Festival's Hacklab in Berlin, as well as, earning a prestigious place at the 2024 Ars Electronica Festival, which will see her return to Austria twice for further programs!

Above:  Amanda Bennetts  Image credit: Ars Electronica / Martin Hieslmair

Image credit: Quest: A Hero Within

With help from the Regional Arts Fund's Quick Response Grants, Cairn's newest Fantasy Film 'Quest: A Hero Within' has begun to unfold!

 

This short film is a thrilling action fantasy set in a fictional Far North Queensland, Australia.

 

 

 

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