Gallery Archive
2017 - 2021
From the first exhibition when we first opened in 2017, through our establishment, and the unpredictable Covid years, this page is an archive of all the Gallery exhibitions in both the Studio Gallery and the Main Gallery at The Old Auction House until the end of 2021.
Since opening our doors in April 2017, The Old Auction House Creative Hub & Gallery in Kyneton, has championed contemporary art, providing a vibrant platform for emerging and mid-career artists from Regional Victoria and beyond.
The early years of our gallery highlight the creative diversity and community spirit that define our gallery, from artists having their first solo exhibitions, to themed group exhibitions, community collaborations, student showcases, through to annual exhibitions, the first 5 years show the values and access that we still pride ourselves on today.
Browse below to rediscover the artistic journeys, creative voices, and unforgettable exhibitions that helped shape the early years of The Old Auction House’s gallery program and reflect the evolving landscape of contemporary art in Regional Victoria.
Main Gallery
Studio Gallery
2020 - 2021 Main Gallery Exhibitions
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MORINGTON PENINSULA MATRIARCHY
December 6 2021 - January 3, 2022
Despite men dominating the headlines in the art world, women are at the forefront of art, and Australia is no exception. The Mornington Peninsula in particular is home to many of Australia’s most notable female artists. This exhibition features a selection of strong, independent women from the Mornington Peninsula who are following their lead producing art that encompasses the spectrum of the human experience: life, love, loss, family, friendship, history, nature, religion, tradition, empowerment, hope and unity (not to mention “little acts of rebellion” that are vital in an industry that has long been dominated by the patriarchy).
Artists: Gabrielle Young, Jade Lees-Pavey, Janet Chapman, Jean Sheridan, Maureen Whitaker, Nobenti Oho, Rosemary Williams, Sara Catena, Shan Whitaker, Tanya Hattingh, and Tea Ercoles.
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BUTTLEJORRK’S 45TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION
November 18 - December 6, 2021
The Buttlejorrk Artists group is one the longest continual running artists collective in the Macedon Ranges. Established in 1976, as a group of potters wishing to share their knowledge and exhibit their work together, they derived their name, “Buttlejorrk”, from the traditional name of an area around Sunbury and Diggers Rest.
The group has expanded to include a wider range of arts including painting, sculpture, jewellery, textiles and woodwork.
This year marks their 45th annual group show and features the current members as well as special guests from the Macedon Ranges Potters.
Buttlejorrk Artists: Cathy Grose, Mim Osmelak, Brandy Monteith, Denise Martin, Pat Beasley, Pam Jackson, Jen Tyquin, Tim Meager, Jan Guest, Deidre Chestney, and Marg Altmann.
Guest Potters: Nic Germano, Jan Maxwell, Helen Littlejohn, Carolyn Pain, Deborah van der Kraan, and Julie Luck.
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EVERY WHICH WAY - REBECCA WARR
October 28 - November 15, 2021
Creating during Lockdown provided Rebecca with a much-needed outlet and escape in a period that was so difficult and challenging for so many. These large scale, vibrant paintings inspired by nature brought her a sense of contentment and joy and her hope is that they do the same for everyone who views them.
Throughout her practice, she has focused strongly on the therapeutic benefits of art in both her works and her teaching. I find abstract work allows her to be spontaneous while pattern design and stencilling helps her feel relaxed and focused, similar to meditating. When people view Rebecca’s artworks she wants them to feel the same sense of joy and pleasure that as she does while creating them.
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AGAINST THE ODDS - KYNETON ART GROUP EXHIBITION
September 16 - October 25, 2021
The annual exhibition of Kyneton Art Group which is normally held in line with the Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival. Due to Covid it has been reimagined to fill Main Gallery. A culmination of the members work for the last 12 months and a celebration of achievement in a year that was beyond challenging in so many ways.
Kyneton Art Group is a open community art group which meets weekly for friendly art sessions. More information here.
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THE WORLDS BETWEEN - ANNE LAWSON
August 5 - September 13
The Worlds Between explores the complex habitats of wetlands, mangroves and rock pools, those worlds between land and water. They are vital links between the watery and the solid, worlds of unique and dynamic relationships.
We are beginning to understand how wetlands and mangroves are critical parts of our natural environment. They support a wide variety of plants and animals, and are important areas for migratory seabirds.
Too often these habitats have been seen as expendable barriers to development, to be chopped down, drained and concreted over.
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THE FINE PRINT - GROUP SHOW
June 24 - August 2, 2021
"The Fine Print" is a celebration of everything printmaking! This group exhibition features 7 talented printmakers and is a must-see for anyone who loves this unique format as much as we do!
Artists: Maria Barbaro, Nicole Spillane, Rhain DiPilla, Sarah Hemming, Sharron Okines, Sue Dilley and Zoya Makarova
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NICOLE BARROS STUDENT EXHIBITION
June 3 - June 21, 2021
Nicole has been painting and drawing for 29 years and now teaches in the Mornington Peninsula. She has found her true flair and passion in watercolours, graphite and coloured pencils and it is her passion to help her students grow and develop their own skills and techniques to reach their full potential. Her love of realism is clear in her students work.
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ABSTRACTION - GROUP EXHIBITION
April 22 - May 31, 2021
Lose yourself in a world of colour and shapes in our group exhibition ‘Abstraction’ with our selection of Victorian artists exhibiting works in their own interpretation of the abstract style.
Artists: Alex Bridge, Elissa Parsons, Maureen Whitaker, and Poppy Key.
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RUST & STARDUST - REGINA DUDEK
April 1 - April 19, 2021
Rust and Stardust explores the borders of this world and fantasy using the rusted, patinaed and forgotten treasures from a bygone era. Regina has always been an avid collector of items that have an aged patina and a layer of history and character- rusty metal, tarnished silverware, verdigris copper, old keys, vintage pressed metal, nothing is too aged, just more antiqued. Using simple techniques borrowed from every art form and profession Regina half assembles and half engineers each piece creating her unusual characters and friends she hadn't yet met that she believes are already within her materials.
Capturing the colours, patinas and vibe of leaf fall in the Macedon Ranges, Rust and Stardust was on display as part of the inaugural Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival.
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IT’S NEVER TOO LATE - DEBUT EXHIBITION OF YVETTE LIEBERGREEN
March 11 - March 29, 2021
This solo exhibition by Yvette Liebergreen proves it's never too late to follow a dream. After a lifetime of art being her passion Yvette’s debut exhibition of her pastels and charcoals was in line with her's 99th Birthday!
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EXPLOSION OF COLOUR - GROUP EXHIBITION
January 28 - March 8, 2021
An exploration by 9 artists of colour as a form of expression, their varied works sit comfortably together despite their different styles in their celebration of colour.
Artists: Alex Bridge, Cat Dolphin, Chris O’Donnell, Claire Rayos, Jane Downing, Jenn Spencer-Stewart, Josephine Leader, Lana Chay, and Zoya Makarova.
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SOLO EXHIBITION OF NICOLE BARROS
January 7 - January 25, 2021
Nicole has been painting and drawing for 29 years. She has found her true flair and passion in watercolours, graphite and coloured pencils. Her style is realism, the more alive the better, she loves to paint and draw fur and feathers!
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ART AVISO 4.0 - PAUSE BUTTTON - GROUP EXHIBITION
December 3 - January 4, 2021
Presented in conjunction with Art Aviso this group exhibition is a collection of works from artists from all over the country, tied together by the theme of buttons. Each artist was provided with a selection of 6 buttons to use as inspiration for a circular or spherical shaped artwork. Artists have used their selection of buttons in their own way, ranging from artworks which include the buttons in their creation through to artworks that reference the colours or textures of their supplied buttons.
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GASP (GLASS ADDICTS SUPPORT PROGRAM) - GROUP EXHIBITION
November 12 - November 30, 2020
A group of Victorian glass artists who work together to further each other's glass arts practice as well as to promote the art form to the general public.
Artists: Bob Pride, Barb Jorgensen, Jan Verouden, Jennie Williams Culic, Debbie Wennrich, Monica Provan, Judy Rodsted-Wood, Marianne Bradman, Lucy Cleary, Tracey Andrews, and Jacquie Campbell
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BUTTLEJORRK ANNUAL GROUP EXHIBITION
October 22 - November 9, 2020
Originally a group for ceramicists in the Macedon Ranges, in it's 44 years Buttlejorrk has come to welcome artisans from a variety of mediums who share their values of high-quality craft presented in a contemporary way.
Artists: Denise Martin, Cathy Grose, Chieko Hester, Brandy Monteith, Marg Altmann, Mim Osmelak, Pam Jackson, Pat Beasley, Deidre Chestney, Jen Tyquin and special guest Dale Leach.
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WAR TOYS - SOLO EXHIBITION OF BARRY JOHN
October 1 - October 19, 2020
Barry's artistic practice focuses on conflict, consumerism, and mental health, employing pop culture icons, the re-imagining of toys and everyday objects he magnifies and examines social and political concepts and cultural attitudes.
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BLUE - SOLO EXHIBITION OF JANE DOWNING
August 20 - September 28, 2020
Jane resides mostly by the sea where the many shades and depths of blue appear day after day in the magnificent ocean and sky and in her daily life. It is hoped you will find a sense of calmness and peace through this exhibition celebrating the wonderful colour that is BLUE.
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IN STILLNESS AND OTHER WORLDS - SOLO EXHIBITION OF PENNY REILLY
June 18 - July 6, 2020
Multi-media artist, photographer and author Penny Reilly’s solo exhibition speaks to the fragility of our planet and the rapid loss of species and natural habitats. Her highly detailed mixed media images evoke nature, spirituality, and draw the viewer deep into her constructed worlds.
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FALL - GROUP EXHIBITION
March 26 - May 4, 2020
Whether you are falling for something or have fallen in love with autumnal colours help us celebrate the season when leaves start their beautiful cascade to earth.
Artists: Angela Walker, Zoya Makarova, Cathy Usatoff, Anne O’Connor, Caroline Wisler, Chris O’Donnell
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GROUP EXHIBITION OF JO CARROLL AND BEV PLOWMAN
March 5 - March 23, 2020
This exhibition showcases a series of works of abstract expressionist painter Jo Carroll displayed alongside ceramic works by artist Bev Plowman.
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LIFE - SOLO EXHIBITION OF SARAH MORROW
February 13 - March 2, 2020
The natural environment is what is important to abstract painter Sarah Morrow. She paints landscapes as hardy, practical places that provide healthy habitats for flora and fauna, not as a pleasant view for humans.
Sarah asks. What are YOU doing to stop our world from dying?
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MARIAN RENNIE RETROSPECTIVE
January 23 - February 10, 2020
Marian’s work provides a powerful retrospective that captures the woof and weave of her artistic contribution to Australia, its bush life and its people.
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THE 20’S - GROUP EXHIBITION
January 3 - January 20, 2020
Our first group exhibition of the year features a group of artists working in a variety of themes, mediums, and styles - constrained only by the sizing of 20x20 (in or cm).
Artists: Anne Lawson, Zoya Makarova, Anne O'Connor, Penny Reilly
2017- 2019 Main Gallery Exhibitions
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MAKING: AN EXHIBITION OF HANDMADE THINGS
December 6 - December 24, 2019
Some seven years ago Phoebe Everill set up her own furniture making school, offering tuition within the studio she built on her property in Drummond, Victoria. “Making: An exhibition of handmade things” is a celebration of the establishment of her school alongside some of her students.
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BUMP IN THE NIGHT - GROUP EXHIBITION
October 24 - November 11, 2019
Creeping Crawling Critters and all manner of scaries that go bump in the night – Celebrate All Hallows Eve with frightful creatures in all mediums and styles.
Artists: Dr Barack Bardo [The Museum of Cryptozoology and Occult Science], Ettore Di Pilla and Ronelle Reid
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FAUNAL - GROUP EXHIBITION
October 3 - October 21, 2019
Slithering, Scampering, Swimming or Stalking - all creatures great and small are welcome in celebration of world animal day on October 4th!
Faunal Artists are: Erin Robertson, Skye O’Shea, Audrey Lister, Rhiannon Mowat.
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BUTTLEJORRK ARTISTS ANNUAL EXHIBITION
September 12 - September 30, 2019
Buttlejorrk Artists is a local mixed media art group. Starting as Buttlejorrk Potters the group has now been creating art in the Macedon Ranges for over 40 years, and now includes other art forms.
The 2019 exhibition features work by the following Buttlejorrk artists: Denise Martin, Cathy Grose, Cheiko Hester, Brandy Monteith, Jan Guest, Marg Altmann, Mim Osmelak, Pam Jackson, Pat Beasley, and Deidre Chestney.
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WE ARE ALL CONNECTED - JANE DOWNING
August 1 - August 19, 2019
Jane Downing’s optimistic paintings showcase her love of colour and expresses her exploration in the essence of connection through art. Painting from within she harnesses her emotions and life experiences. Her aim is to provoke thought, gratitude, nurture and caring for each other through her paintings in this exhibition.
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DIMINUTIVE - GROUP EXHIBITION
July 11 - July 29, 2019
Great things come in small packages and miniature artworks are no exception. The curated group exhibition “Diminutive” has selected a variety of artists working in mediums and styles to prove how great small can be.
Artists: Fiona Clarke, Clare Dunstan, Jan Harvey, Barry John, Nancy Lane, Zoya Makarova, Ronelle Reid, and Allison Taplin.
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MY JOURNEY - TADROS HANNA
June 20 - July 8, 2019
Tadros Hanna is an Egyptian Refugee who has been in Australia for 4 years, in this exhibition "My Journey" you can follow his transition from an architect in Egypt to rebuilding his life in Melbourne's West.
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NOT YOUR USUAL CANVAS - GROUP EXHIBITION
May 30 - June 17, 2019
Not all artworks need to be on stretched canvas – some of the best are on unexpected materials. The group of artists included in this exhibition are working in different styles and mediums – the one thing in common is that they ditched the canvas, or made their own! The exhibition features works by:
Artists: Sharon Donaldson, Nancy D Lane, Anne Lawson, Jo Natnicha Wongfoofan, Leah Mariani, Valentina Tansley
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ENTANGLEMENT - BIANCA NAPTHINE
May 9 - May 27, 2019
With this body of work, lines, textures, colour and some, small sections of text represent the presumptions of moods, involving our need to interact, the pace of industry and our place in nature.
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UNCOLOURED - GROUP EXHIBITION
March 28 - April 15, 2019
A limited colour palette can often be the most memorable and striking - artworks in this exhibition are a variety of mediums and styles but limited to working with black, white, and grey. The exhibition features works by:
Artists: Nicole Barros, Chloe Gillespie, Rochelle Hanson, Anne Lawson, Marika Paarman, Paula Zetlein, and Emily Ziccone.
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SAME SAME BUT DIFFERENT - GASP GROUP EXHIBITION
March 7 - March 25, 2019
Experience the beauty, versatility, and mystery of glass as an artistic medium in this group exhibition from the Glass Artists Support Program (GASP). Working in a variety of warm and cold glass working techniques this exhibition features works by the following glass artists:
Artists: Marianne Bradman, Sally Brown, Jacquie Campbell, Lucy Cleary, Jennie Colic, Michelle Guest, Deby Miller, Deborah Pentland, Bob Pride, Monica Provan, Judy Rodsted-Wood, Jan Verouden, and Debbie Wennrich.
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FACES OF INDIA - ELIO RULLI
February 14 - March 7, 2019
Elio has worked as a professional photographer for over 40 years. He has documented a diverse range of subjects from Weddings to refugee camps in Syria, and many subjects in-between. This exhibition is a collection of images taken during two trips to India. The photographs have been selected to focus on everyday people living their lives in both urban and rural India.
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FEATHERS AND FUR - ERIN ROBINSON
January 3 - February 11, 2019
Erin Robinson is a Ballarat artist who has a love for art and a love for animals. In the exhibition ‘Feathers and Fur’ Erin combines those two loves to create whimsical, beautiful watercolour artworks.
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INTERIORS - PETER DRAKEFORD
December 5 - December 24, 2018
In his first solo exhibition in 25 years, Peter Drakeford explores new techniques, the human form, and his continuing contributions to the art scene.
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LIZ CAFFIN AND BRETT TYLER
November 15 - December 3, 2018
Liz Caffin, a printmaker, and Brett Tyler, a sculptor, live together near Castlemaine and share a love of the Australian bush. The pair have been creating in their own mediums for many years.
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BUTTLEJORRK ARTISTS
October 25 - November 12, 2018
The Annual Group Exhibition of Buttlejorrk artists with works from 10 of the group in a variety of mediums.
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ALISTAIR PIRIE AND RUSSELL PETHERBRIDGE
October 4 - October 22, 2018
With both artists having a long history in sculpture this exhibition is the union of two old friends both creating very different art with the common theme of joy and whimsy. Their sculptural mediums include timber, canvas steel, stainless steel, gold and silver.
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TIA ALYSSE & DIAN WIESS
September 13 - October 1, 2018
Macedon Ranges locals and emerging artists Tia Alysse and Dian Wiess show their love for and conservation of animals of all kinds in this gorgeous exhibition.
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FLORAL FLIGHTS OF FANTASY - ETTORE DI PILLA
August 23 - September 10, 2018
Celebrating glass, spring, and Kyneton's Annual Daffodil and Arts Festival Ettore of Leadlight By Ettore's studio show is a bright and fresh take on some of their crowd favourite pieces.
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FRACTURED, YET WHOLE - MAGGIE
August 2 - August 20, 2018
A collection of 20 fluid art pieces by fluid artist Maggie. The show as a body of work is incredible but when you add that she is baring her soul in order to raise awareness and start a conversation about Childhood Trauma and specifically childhood sexual assault through her interpretation of the Japanese art of Kintsugi.
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AWAKEN - MELISSA WILLIAMS
July 12 - July 30, 2018
Fusing the digital and the organic, the spiritual and the make believe. Painterly hand drawn imagery, photography and digitally created collages, all remaining deeply rooted to nature.
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ARTISTREE - THE WANDERING ARTIST
June 21 - July 9, 2018
A story and collection of original art pieces created from a nomadic life on the road. Inspiration comes primarily from nature, connecting the two realms of the natural world and the rhythmic patterns that create form, along with the blending of colours that complement the nature of each design
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PLACES OF THEM - JILL THOMPSON, MAX WARLOND, MICHELLE THOMPSON
May 31 - July 18, 2018
Places of Them explores the environment and places that we inhabit everyday and on holidays
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WORKING OUTSIDE THE SQUARE 2018 - BALLS
May 10 - May 28, 2018
In it's 13th year the Working Outside the Square Scholarship exhibition challenged the participating artists by providing plastic balls from the construction industury to use as their canvas.
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A FAMILY OF ARTISTS - SYNDIKAS FAMILY
2 November - 20 November, 2018
Group exhibition of 5 members of the Syndikas family, showcasing new works as well as pieces from private collections in both sculptural and 2 dimensional forms.
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UNDER THE INFLUENCE - PETER PATTERSON
29 March - 16 April, 2018
In his first solo exhibition Peter Patterson demonstrates his unique style of landscapes on recycled rolled sheet metal alongside his progressions in portraiture.
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DARKNESS - DOT THEUMA, ERIN VERITY, MICHELLE THOMPSON
8 March - 26 March, 2018
Darkness - it is everywhere, within ourselves and within the environment. Three artists respond to darkness to seek what is there or if the light will conquer the darkness.
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RELATIVE - ELIZA TYRELL, NOLAN TYRELL, LINDA WHEELER
15 February - 5 March, 2018
The artists take inspiration from the natural world and the surroundings within which they travel and live, and have responded to each other’s work and ideas aiming for a dialogue to emerge that the viewer can enter into and share. The works seek to engage the senses, not just sight, but smell and touch. Relative refers not only to the correlation between the works and the textural layers that imbue them with the artists’ personalities and ways of seeing, but the relationship between the artists themselves.
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DISTILLATIONS - SUSIE MONTE
25 January - 12 February, 2018
Distillations is a collection of paintings created during a period in Susie’s art practice where she settled upon the key aspirational outcome for her work: joy. In creating this exhibition, Susie was motivated by a desire to express the sophistication of colour and the boldness of form. The works are a physical distillation of that process, with their emotional distillation being the impact on viewers. Thematically, Distillations is Susie’s articulation of the essence of nature and its beauty.
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PLUS ÇA CHANGE - ELIZABETH DARLING
4 January - 22 January, 2018
The more things change, the more they stay the same.
This exhibition offers the artist's observations on how the community in Kyneton has changed over the last 50 years, and yet remains concerned with the same basic issues.
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LEADLIGHT BY ETTORE STUDENT EXHIBITION
November 23 - December 24, 2017
Annual student exhibition of glass arts from the Studio of Leadlight By Ettore featuring works in a variety of glass mediums including fusing and slumping, copper foil, and leadlight.
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BUTTLEJORRK ANNUAL EXHIBITION
2 November - 20 November, 2017
The Annual Group Exhibition of Buttlejorrk artists with works from 10 of the group in a variety of mediums.
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TOAH MOSAIC EXHIBITION
12 October - 30 October 30, 2017
Group Exhibition of mosaic artists showcasing mosaic works in a variety of styles.
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LOVE YO SELF - STEPH STASILUNIAS
21 September - 9 October, 2017
Solo Exhibition of Steph Stasiliunas showcasing 99 designed and printed t-shirts.
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PATTO AND LOUISE - PETER PATTERSON AND LOUISE OTTEN
31 August - 18 September, 2017
Group Exhibition of student, Peter Patterson, and mentor, Louise Otten, demonstrating their individual styles in portraiture and landscape.
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FLORA AND FAUNA BY FOUR - GROUP SHOW
10 August - 28 August, 2017
Group Exhibition of Nicole Barros, Zoya Makarova, Jennifer Ross, and Adeline Siew working in the themes of animals and nature in watercolour, acrylic, and pencil.
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LOOKING AND SEEING - MICHELLE THOMPSON
20 July - 7 August, 2017
We are busy every day, looking at screens and running from here to there. We don't stop to look and see what is around us. To explore the local area or venture out into Regional Victoria. This exhibition is an investigation when one person ventures to put down the technology and explore the wider world.
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WORKING OUTSIDE THE SQUARE ‘17
29 June - 17 July, 2017
In it's 12th year the Working Outside the Square Scholarship exhibition embraced it's new home gallery with a return to an earlier medium of glass to test out all the artists.
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PENCILLED IN - FAITH
8 June - 26 June, 2017
Referencing childhood memories of using precious coloured pencils, a resource that were delightfully protected, often fought over by siblings and only used sparingly to ensure they weren’t wasted Faith curates these treasured objects into pieces that are fascinating and delightful, and in turn treasured.
2020 - 2021 Studio Gallery Exhibitions
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MORINGTON PENINSULA MATRIARCHY
December 6 - January 3, 2022
Despite men dominating the headlines in the art world, women are at the forefront of art, and Australia is no exception. The Mornington Peninsula in particular is home to many of Australia’s most notable female artists.
This exhibition features a selection of strong, independent women from the Mornington Peninsula who are following their lead producing art that encompasses the spectrum of the human experience: life, love, loss, family, friendship, history, nature, religion, tradition, empowerment, hope and unity (not to mention “little acts of rebellion” that are vital in an industry that has long been dominated by the patriarchy).
Artists: Gabrielle Young, Jade Lees-Pavey, Janet Chapman, Jean Sheridan, Maureen Whitaker, Nobenti Oho, Rosemary Williams, Sara Catena, Shan Whitaker, Tanya Hattingh, and Tea Ercoles.
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MOMENTS OF BEING & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN - LYNKA
November 11 - December 6, 2021
Lynka’s debut solo exhibition is a culmination of being present in what has been some difficult times throughout the last couple years, appreciating what we have and sometimes just not coping at all. With the belief each moment has its place in our lives whether we welcome it or not; this collection of works documents their significance.
Working predominantly with acrylics, I seek to explore a woman’s relationship with herself, others and ultimately her place in this unpredictable world. Through simplified forms and complex lines, Lynka’s work examines the transformative and sometimes volatile parallels between the rational and irrational. Abstraction facilitates freedom, allowing exploration beyond the acutely obvious or logical, and allowing the viewer to delve into the work to find their own emotional connections and associations.
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SPIRITED - SACRED HEART COLLEGE’S GRADUATING EXHIBITION
October 28 - November 8, 2021
“Spirited” needed to be the name of this exhibition.
All creative work is all a reflection on the spirit in different ways, and these young people are also particularly spirited, bold and courageous. They have also reflected on their spirit in softer and more individual ways, their work is always authentic, often humorous and generous in nature. Despite the challenges of 2020 and 2021, their spirit has never dulled.
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ZOIC - GROUP EXHIBITION
October 7 - October 25, 2021
Animals hold a special place in our hearts, captivating us in various ways. From the cherished bond with our loyal four-legged companions to the awe-inspiring presence of mighty creatures in the wild and the graceful flight of birds, they never fail to enchant us.
Whether it's the unwavering love and companionship of our pets or the sheer power exuded by wild animals, they leave an indelible mark on our lives. Birds, with their elegant movements and soaring freedom, ignite our imaginations and bring us closer to the wonders of nature.
Animals remind us of the beauty, interconnectedness, and joy they bring to our world.
Features works by: Jill Pope, Ronelle Reid, Zoya Makarova, and Erin Robinson.
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CAN’T PIN ME DOWN - MR DIMPLES
September 16 - October 4, 2021
A wry look at the societal pressures of being single in your 'mid life' especially during a pandemic. Can society grow past the "Australian Dream" and what does it feel like for those that are forging a new path.
Depicted in Mr Dimples iconic styles using many of the characters that we have grown to love, he tackles the big issues, life challenges and gotcha moments with humour and smirk.
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FAERY TALES AND FOREST TRAILS - CAROLINE SARAH
August 19 - September 13, 2021
When entering the forest my sensing changes. I start to hear through my feet and the world slows down and becomes a little hazy. Your perspective shifts and I see tales everywhere. There’s a silver needle I lost while stitching. It might take a few lifetimes to retrieve it and I worry that the critters might come to harm.
I find first enchantments and treasure everywhere and collect pieces in my picnic basket on the way to Grandma’s house. For now I’ll keep reading Faery stories while I work it out. Or not. Blessings on the dark, wild, and untameable Forest.
Caroline is a Costume Creative and Imagineer and has curated an extensive collection of cloaks, wigs, shoes, hats, gowns and eclectica, at The Story Costumer for your enjoyment
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DRYING SHED ARTISTS - GROUP EXHIBITION
July 22 - August 16, 2021
Group exhibition in collaboration with a selection of artists from The Mill Castlemaine’s The Drying Shed Art Space.
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UNEXPECTED LANDSCAPES - MICHELLE THOMSON
June 24 - July 19, 2021
Michelle plays with unexpected elements in the images and forces people to question what photography is and whether it is a realistic depiction of the landscape before us.
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AUSTRALIAN AVIARY - GROUP EXHIBITION
May 27 - June 21, 2021
Celebrate Australia’s remarkable diversity of bird fauna. It is inspired by a love for our colourful, noisy and clever native bird species, and each artist’s own experiences with them around Australia
Featuring: Michelle Dujmovic, Zoya Makarova, Mia Emily Freeman, Craig Boase, Carmel Slater, and Mai Yazawa
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RAINBOW BRIDGES - INTER-GENERATIONAL ARTS PROJECT
May 13 - May 24, 2021
Presented in line with IDAHOBIT day the "Rainbow Bridges" exhibition is a moving inter-generational arts project using video and still footage documenting conversations between elders and young people from the LGBTIQA+ community
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VISTAS - GROUP EXHIBITION
April 15 - May 10, 2021
A group exhibition in celebration of the landscape around us with each artist capturing their surroundings in their own style and medium.
Featuring: Penny Reilly, Scott Rossiter, Zoya Makarova, Ally Moylan, Megan-Jane Johnson, and Julie-Ann Armstrong-Roper.
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FROM THEN TO NOW: DESIGNING OLD NEW AGAIN - CREATIVITY CLUSTER
March 18 - April 12, 2021
Creativity Cluster is a group of Melbourne women artists who have been working together since January 2019, each working in their individual arts practice in various mediums. This exhibition uses historical and second-hand techniques and materials in new ways to create an engaging and needed conversation about waste.
Artists: Nancy D Lane, Penny Sharples, Marina Chamberlain, Lindsay Hussey, Deidre Ogilvie, Pat Duncan, Mardie Whitla, and Luna Cameron-Parrish.
A part of NGV’s Melbourne Design Week and part of Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival.
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THE GAY A[GENDER] - GROUP EXHIBITION
March 5 - March 15, 2021
In celebration of Chillout and Midsumma festivals we have gathered a selection of the LGBTIQ+ family from across the state to share their “Gay Agenda”. With works covering themes from across the spectrum of love, heartbreak, societal gender norms, body image and expression, and Queer history, no topic is outside the scope of artistic expression and exploration.
Artists: Xandra Connelley, Mr Dimples, Rhain DiPilla, Jonathon Harris, Garrie Maguire, Kat Mansbridge, Sebastian Passions, James Price, Jenn Spencer Stewart, Katy Stiffe
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WHIMSICAL CREATURES - JESSICA JANE ILLUSTRATION
January 7 - February 15, 2021
Whimsical Creatures is an exploration of Jessica Jane's love of Australian flora and fauna. Each creature is romantically captured and skillfully surrounded by natural settings reminiscent of the bushlands that often hide these animals from view.
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LOOK UP IN WONDER - JENNIE WILLIAMS-CULIC
December 3 - January 4, 2021
Full of wonder, how incredibly beautiful ever-changing is the sky. How often we go about the day without ever looking up..and taking a moment to breathe. Dramatic, colourful, energetic, soft, turbulent, peaceful...I have tried to capture this in the work of this exhibition.
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LEADLIGHT BY ETTORE - STUDENT EXHIBITION
November 19 - November 30, 2020
A celebration of the year’s work from the glass art students of Leadlight By Ettore.
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‘MERAKI‘ VCE EXHIBITION - ART, TEXTILES AND DESIGN - SACRED HEART COLLEGE KYNETON
November 5 - November 16, 2020
MERAKI: (v.) to do something with soul, creativity, or love; to put something of yourself in your work.
Artists: Sarah De Leonardis, William Edwards, Anneka Holland, Tamzyn Meader, Savannah Roberts, Tiana Sullivan, Zeke Walker, Isabelle Busljeta, Amber Carlton-Doney, Annie Dodgshun, Alexandra Kalinowski, Cameron Prebble, Ruby Sangalli, Scarlett Shannon, Ciara Nevin, and Lewis Potter.
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WEARABLE ART - GROUP EXHIBITION
October 22 - November 2, 2020
The blurring of lines between jewellery and wearable art leads to statement jewellery worth viewing
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ALGORITHMS OF TIME AND SPACE - ANNE O’CONNOR AND MICHELLE THOMPSON
October 8 - 19 October, 2020
Algorithms of Time & Space explores the non-linear and unexpected outcomes of photography. Transforming the everyday into what Anne describes as "a dream world of nothingness.
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SOOTHE: BOUQUET GARNI FOR THE SOUL - CAROLINE SARAH
September 17 - October 5, 2020
Bouquet Garni for the Soul, is about the bits and pieces we put together to stay well or recover, following trauma, illness, grief, the exhaustion of caregiving, or living a life other than intended for us. There are many reasons we can deplete. Yet there are a myriad of reason worth nourishing ourselves.
Pieces in this exhibition included sensory costumes, clothing and objects that incorporate natural materials and dyes, found objects and repurposed clothing.
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MEDITATIONS IN COLOUR - JACQUILYNE SMITH
September 3 - September 14, 2020
Meditations in Colour delves into the relationship between colours through the exploration of a limited palette and the complexity of layering translucent colour to find harmonious combinations based on memory and experience of the Australian landscape.
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TAKE FLIGHT - GROUP EXHIBITION
August 13 - August 31, 2020
Celebrating all things ornithological this group show is a collection of artists working in mosaic, pigment ink, printmaking, and watercolour - all capturing the detail and beauty of our feather friends.
The exhibition features works by: Zoya Makarova, Marie Bogoyevitch, Paul Ulrick, Ronelle Reid, Caroline Wisler, and Natania Hollingsworth.
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JUXTAPOSITION - GROUP EXHIBITION OF KERRY L BROWN & GABE FREEMAN
June 18 - June 29, 2020
Two seasoned designers and good friends, Gabe Freeman - costume designer from Thornbury, and Kerry L Brown - graphic designer from Bendigo, join forces to bring us a collection of works which, when placed side by side, form a visual narrative for the purpose of developing comparisons and contrasts.
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FALL - GROUP EXHIBITION
March 26 - May 4, 2020
Whether you are falling for something or have fallen in love with autumnal colours help us celebrate the season when leaves start their beautiful cascade to earth.
Artists: Angela Walker, Zoya Makarova, Cathy Usatoff, Anne O’Connor, Caroline Wisler, Chris O’Donnell
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MY TRUE LOVE - GROUP EXHIBITION
30 January - 24 February, 2020
To help us celebrate love our group of artists have shared the passions, people, or places that fill them with comfort and joy. For some artists their subject matter or the medium they work in is their true love and this exhibition aims to fill our walls with the things the artists hold most dear.
The exhibition features works by: Tony Beckley, Allison Taplin, Zoya Makarova, Xandra Connelley, Katy Stiffe
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IMPRINTS OF MAN - RHAIN DIPILLA
6 January - 27 January, 2020
These irreverent lino prints are an exploration of the effect humans have had on the world we inhabit. Coupling simple imagery with bright ‘manufactured’ colours rarely found in nature the images invite viewers in with their disarming colouring only to catch them off guard and beat them around the brain with a rubber wiffle bat of thought provoking details.
2017 - 2019 Studio Gallery Exhibitions
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LEADLIGHT BY ETTORE ANNUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION
6 December - December 24, 2019
A celebration of the year’s work from the glass art students of Leadlight By Ettore.
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DANIELLE MONIQUE - SOLO EXHIBITION
November 14 - December 2, 2019
In celebration of colours incredible galaxies and skylines by Melbourne artist Danielle Monique. Quirky, colourful and joyful, don't seem enough to describe the depth and fluidity of Danielle's galaxies.
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CHRONICALLY COPING - LILY O’CONNELL
October 24 - November 4, 2019
Through this exhibition Lily hopes to make invisible illnesses visible and express the hardships that accompany them. Addressing common statements and questions including What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger? What happens when you don’t want to be strong and resilient?
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THE FREEDOM OF COLOUR - YVETTE XXX
September 26 - October 21, 2019
Yvette XXX loves to explore where the colours of her oil paintings take her as she mixes them on the canvas. Having the freedom to express herself through colour anyway she sees fit rather than what’s the “norm”. Yvette particularly loves the Tree motif as they represent how unique we are as humans, just like them; not one tree is the same as the next.
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2019 KYNETON DAFFODIL AND ARTS FESTIVAL ART PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION
September 5 - September 23, 2019
The official Kyneton Daffodil and ArtsFestival photography exhibition and competition, showcasing two sections - Black Hill Reserve and Open themed photographs.
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ANNE LAWSON - SOLO EXHIBITION
August 8 - September 2, 2019
Working in watercolour, pastels, and machine embroidery Melbourne artist Anne Lawson has captured the beauty and delicacy of her subjects. “In this exhibition there are individual trees and dense, tangled thickets of trees. No matter what the medium with each work I want to capture the feeling of air moving through the branches and then contrast the twisted trunks. There is a joyous freedom in exploring these ideas.”
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JARROD FRASER - DEBUT SOLO SHOW
July 18 - August 5, 2019
Once an elite athlete and vibrant university student, Jarrod’s life drastically changed after a car accident in 1997. Confined to a wheelchair with a Acquired Brain Injury, he found an escape and a sense of purpose through his Art.
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CREEPING OUT OF THE SHADOWS - MR DIMPLES
June 20 - June 15, 2019
Mr Dimples is a Bendigo Street Artist who is known for his kooky character paste-ups and in this exhibition "Creeping out of the Shadows" he has not disappointed!
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ART-ICLES OF STYLE - GROUP EXHIBITION
May 23 - June 17, 2019
Jewellery is an art form in itself. Creators of wearable art in all styles and mediums have created artworks that you can take where-ever you go.
The exhibition features works by: Jin Ah Jo, Kylie Jones, jane bari, Rosemary Holland, Jenn Spencer-Stewart, Caroline Glastonbury
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THE GALA BLOSSOMS - LYDIA CHEN
May 9 - May 20, 2019
Architect turned painter, this is Lydia Chen’s inaugural solo exhibition Immerse yourself into a celebration of watercolours and explore this floral sanctuary.
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FROM PAPERBARK TO PLASTIC - JANET BROMLEY
April 11 - April 22, 2019
Janet is a Yorta Yorta woman who works with pre-used non-traditional materials working as a weaver and maker with her pieces influenced by both her heritage and the modern world.
Presented as part of Daylesford Macedon Ranges Open Studios 2019.
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CATCHING DREAMS - BREE MORRISON
March 28 - April 15, 2019
Emerging mixed media artist, Bree Morrison, uses textured layers brings an incredible depth to her abstract landscapes. You can also see the movement and passing of time in both her individual pieces and through her series.
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RETROSPECTIVE - THE OLD AUCTION HOUSE
January 31 - February 25, 2019
As The Old Auction House approaches it’s second birthday we look back at some of the amazing artists hat have graced our Galleries walls. Image above is Stormy Seas by Faith, a piece from our first Main Gallery Exhibition.
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BODY OF WORK - ETTORE DI PILLA
January 3 - January 28, 2019
Through draped glass forms this Exhibition celebrates that we are all beautifully diverse, each one of us embodying a unique tapestry of experiences, identities, and perspectives.
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LEADLIGHT BY ETTORE ANNUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION
6 December - 1 January, 2019
A celebration of Studio 1’s term students work for the year. This exhibition is open to all of Leadlight By Ettore’s 70 term students and features works in warm glass, leadlight, copper-foil, mosaic, and glass jewellery.
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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY - WINDARRING
22 November - 3 December, 2018
In line with International Day of People with Disability, Studio 2’s participants created a show that demonstrated the joy that can be had in creating and viewing art no matter your ability.
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A DOG’S BREAKFAST - JAN HARVEY & LINDA NEWTON
25 October - 19 November, 2018
A Dog’s Breakfast describes not only the exhibition but also the artist lifestyle. In this show, Jan Harvey and Linda Newton portray many forms and breeds of dogs in a manner true to the British slang of a dog’s breakfast, as a complete mess.
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ART AND SOUL - GROUP SHOW
11 October - 22 October, 2018
Western Art Group come together each Thursday at The Hunt Club Community Arts Centre Deer Park for three hours to indulge in our love of painting and drawing. We are a culturally diverse group of people and enjoy the opportunity to support each other’s creativity in a nurturing and relaxed environment. We all have very individual styles and techniques which provides an interesting platform for conversation and support.
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AUSTRALIAN FLORA - GROUP SHOW
13 September - 8 October, 2018
This curated group show of Victoria based artists Lyndsey Knight, Mia Emily Freeman, Zoya Makarova, and Mai Yazawa celebrates Australian Flora in a variety of styles including watercolour, collages, and fine detailed pen illustrations. Each artist brings their own style and experience in the arts to expertly capture floral delights.
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WINDARRING - ART SHOW REVIEW
16 August - 10 September, 2018
A group show feature the art works from a selection of Windarring's clients. Working in 2 and 3 dimensions and in a variety of mediums.
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LITTLE CREATURES GROUP SHOW
19 July - 13 August, 2018
This curated group show of Australian artists; Dr Barack Bardo (MOCAOS), Lliam Anstey-Sprigg, Erin Robinson, Nana Sakata, Emily Ziccone (The Nonsense Makers), and Deiter Barry Creations. All artists were given a brief to create 'Little Creatures' in their own styles, including watercolours, ink drawings, resin and plaster sculptures, and creatures from found objects.
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CAROLYN STEPHENS - SOLO EXHIBITION
June 7 - July 18, 2018
Macedon Ranges artist Carolyn Stephens’ work reflects a love of the natural world - specifically Australian flora and iconography
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DARKNESS OVER COLOUR - YVETTE BRANDI
May 24 - June 4, 2018
Yvette's oil paintings are an honest and raw reflection of her tumultuous mindset. They show a stormy, turbulent, and volatile 'darkness' over a passionate and intense 'colourful' personal life. Through colour comes strength.
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FROM COAST TO COAST - CHLOE SMITH
May 10 - May 21, 2018
From Coast to Coast is a collection of moments captured between two different landscapes that both have Chloe’s heart captured. Always frolicking between having dusty boots at home in the Macedon Ranges with a camera slung over her shoulder, to barefoot near the ocean with her underwater housing in her hands, it’s in both of these places and in between where she has found she belongs and is happiest – anywhere the sun shines and there is open space to wander, capturing those not-so-little moments full of beauty and magic.
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KYNETON ART GROUP - THIS IS OUR HOME
April 12 - May 7, 2018
Our group was founded in 1977 and we have been going strong ever since. We work out of the Red Brick Hall, Yaldwyn St, Kyneton.
The Hall is a lovely big light and airy place, ideal for our needs. This where we do workshops, discuss ideas, make plans.
This is our home.
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BIRDS AND BEES - TIA ALYSSE
March 29 - April 9, 2018
Tia is a young emerging artist in the Macedon ranges shire. Rejecting confronting and uncomfortable art, she has developed her own genre of love, compassion and beauty in her own short life. Her fascination with birds stems from a young age growing up with a variety of species from pigeons to peacocks.
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CHALLENGING? THE ORDINARY - WAYOUT
March 1 - March 26, 2018
In line with the 2018 ChillOut festival members of WayOut have created artworks that share and celebrate their life experiences. WayOut is a state wide suicide prevention program, run by Cobaw Community Health, that targets same sex attracted, bisexual and transgender young people in rural Victoria.
WayOut can be contacted via Sunbury Cobaw Community Health
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GROUP SHOW - NICOLE BARROS
February 1 - February 26, 2018
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LITTLE THINK BIG ‘LIVE’
December 14 - January 29, 2018
Anna and the kids from Studio 4, Little Think Big, took over the gallery space to create and display their works.
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WINDARRING ART EXHIBITION
November 30 - December 11, 2017
A group exhibition of 6 artists from Studio 2, Windarring, in celebration of International Day of People with Disability. Windarring has developed and consolidated services for people with disabilities to become an essential community service organisation in Central Victoria and is an essential partner in the lives of local families.
Arists: Shirley Stockfield, Peter Hird, Brendan Olsen, Michael Gough, Galen Sartore & Malcom Somerville.
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FLOCK - MACEDON RANGES ART TRAIL
November 2 - November 27, 2017
A group exhibition of the 'flock' of artists from the Macedon Ranges Art trail, exhibiting pieces around the flock theme.
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JUSTINE MARTIN - MS ADVOCATE
October 19 - October 30, 2017
Solo Exhibition of MS advocate and cancer survivor Justine Martin with works in a variety of mediums and styles as dictated by her ability to work with the limitations of multiple sclerosis.
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LIFE REFLECTIONS - AFTERCARE MENTAL HEALTH SERVICS
October 5 - October 16, 2017
Group Exhibition of clients from AfterCare in celebration of Mental Health Week.
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GONE OUTBACK - CHLOE SMITH
21 September - 2 October, 2017
Solo Exhibition of Chloe Smith showcasing photographs from an outback adventure.
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BLOOMING GLASS - LEADLIGHT BY ETTORE
24 August - 18 September, 2017
Studio Exhibition of Studio 1, Leadlight By Ettore celebrating spring and the Kyneton Daffodil and Arts festival with an array of colourful flora and fauna.
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MIXED FREQUENCY ART DESIGN - MICHELLE SMITH
10 August - 21 August, 2017
Solo Exhibition, and Master's Exhibition, of artist Michelle Smith with watercolour and ink designs that celebrated the connection of feelings and emotions with the music that influences our lives.
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WORKING OUTSIDE THE SQUARE RETROSPECTIVE
27 July - 7 August, 2017
This retrospective exhibition showcases works from 12 years of exhibitions for the Working Outside the Square Scholarship.
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RETROSPECTIVE - LYNETTE JOY
8 June - 24 July, 2017
The work presented on these walls are from the last 20 years of Joy’s career as an artist. These are pieces that have been created from Joy’s love of nature, mythology, dance and people watching.