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Upcoming Events
Five New Exhibitions at NERAM
23 October - 10 January, Armidale
Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award is twenty years old and this is reflected in the significant collection of contemporary Australian drawing developed through the award by the Grafton Regional Gallery. The winning work, Portrait 2, by John Philippides will be on exhibition as well as the $15,000 in acquisitions awarded by the judge to Peter Bellew, Tuncester Track, Godwin Bradbeer, Man in a Squared Space, Sussie Heymans, Sequence, Anne Judell, Zone and Gosia Wlodarczak, Crumpled.
Munificence: A Celebration of Hinton the Collector . This year is the 80th anniversary of the first work donated by Howard Hinton to the Armidale Teachers’ College. Munificence focuses on this special benefactor and his donations, and is supplemented by a photographic history of the College itself. Come in to see works that make up this important Australian collection of paintings, and also learn more about the man himself.
James White: Major and Minor Movement. The gentle falling of rain, evening light on dappled water, the whoosh of a child’s swing – these are some of the themes that celebrated local artist James White explores in work in this latest exhibition. A member of the Australian Watercolour Institute, James explores the properties of light and reflections in these colourful paintings.
Allsorts will show us work from the Coventry and NERAM collections, from the bold to the subtle, from large to small, highlighting the diverse paintings and works on paper which make up these two collections.
Ann Streckfuss: Arcanum. The clay works in coastal artist Ann Streckfuss’ exhibition are wheel thrown and hand built forms symbolising the nurturing influence of the sea and the stars. Fire and clay interact in the Raku kiln and it is smoke that has the final power, adding its’ own marks to Ann's intentional design, serendipitously adding its own mystery.
For information contact New England Regional Art Museum on 02 6772 5255.
Jeanette Berman and Gloria van Weel
7 November - 4 December, Armidale
Armidale Art Gallery, 168 Beardy Street Mall Contact: 02 6772 9993 armidaleartgallery@gmail.com
Caring Relationships Art Exhibition
5 December - 18 December, Armidale
Armidale Art Gallery, 168 Beardy Street Mall Contact: 02 6772 9993 armidaleartgallery@gmail.com
Rowena Post
5 December - 1 January, Armidale
Armidale Art Gallery, 168 Beardy Street Mall Contact: 02 6772 9993 armidaleartgallery@gmail.com
Polyphonic Visions
7 November - 5 December, Tamworth
Polyphonic Visions is an exhibition of works by Elisabeth Kelvin. It explores the shared distinctions between art and music. Andrea Bruno Art Studio, off Brisbane Street Tamworth, Phone 6766 3553 or go to www.saassart.com
Musica Viva, The Lyon String Trio
14 November, Armidale
Julien Dieudegard (violin), Nathan Braude (viola), Martin Smith (cello). Considered one of the most promising young chamber ensembles in Europe today, the Lyon String Trio brings together three musicians whose passion and energy have captured both audiences and presenters alike. The trio has received lessons from leading artists such as Miriam Fried, Ida Kavafian and has performed with renowned musicians including Leon Fleisher, Kim Kashkashian, Antoine Tamestit and Yo Yo Ma. Tickets on sale at Dymocks Armidale.
Art Meets Music - Workshop
15 November, Gunnedah
A workshop for all ages. Paint/draw and play/sing to explore through hands-on activities the wonderful connections between art and music. Some percussion instruments and all art materials supplied. All ages welcome. Free Event. Sunday 2:00-4:00 pm at The Civic. Phone 02 6740 2271
Exhibition of Art Shoes by The Pendragon Boot Company
15 October-22 November
On tour from the Quensland Arts Council at The Civic. Phone 02 6740 2271
Polyphonic Visions - Performance & Discussion
22 November, Gunnedah
A performance/discussion event. All are welcome to experience an in-depth exploration of the correspondences between music and art. Ideal for Secondary School Art and Music students. Free Event. Sunday 2:00 - 4:00 pm at The Civic. Phone 02 6740 2271
 Ami Williamson and Merri-May Gill Songwriting Showgirls
21 November Moree
Ami Williamson was described in The Australian as a "One Woman Show at its best". She will be performing her own poignant songs and covers from Opera to AC/DC. Merri-May Gill will be performing her new comedy cabaret show and launching the accompanying new CD 'Paris Moree' on this tour, which features hilarious original songs about making 'life in the outback' cultural. They will be performing at the Moree Plains Gallery in November. Tickets are available from the Moree Toursim Centre.
BREW Guitar Duo
28 November, Armidale
Matt Withers and Bradley Kunda are an award winning Australian guitar duo who are releasing and touring a new CD this November throughout NSW/ACT. They will be performing in the Ursuline Chapel on Saturday 28th November at 5pm. The BREW Guitar Duo will also be offering private lessons and giving a masterclass which will be open for viewing to the public for free.For more information go to www.brewguitarduo.com or contact 0401 023 767.
Undertow
28 November - January 2010, Tamworth
An exhibition by Hanna Kay commissioned by The Maitland Regional Art Gallery exploring the migration of Jewish people in the 1800's to the Hunter Valley. Tamworth Regional Art Gallery. For more information go to hannakay.com
Hansel and Gretel LOST in Sherwood Forest
4,5,6,11,12 &13 December, Bingara
The North West Theatre Company presents a Christmas Pantomime at the Roxy Theatre. Directed by Inverell's Ben Daley, “Hansel and Gretel LOST in Sherwood Forest” will feature actors from across the region. For more information contact the Producer, Sally Olive on 0458557118.
Galapagos Duck in the Garden
8 December, Moree
Galapagos Duck is one of Australia's best known jazz bands and has received awards both in Australia and internationally. With its unique approach and extraordinarily wide popular appeal the group has had a significant influence on young musicians over the years through its many recordings, volumes of original music scores, performances in night-clubs, in concert halls, in jazz festivals, in various movies, with dance groups and in a variety of other settings all over the country and also overseas. Tickets will be on sale in Moree through the Visitor Information Centre (02) 6757 3350 from the last week in November.
Galapagos Duck
10 December, Glen Innes
Galapagos Duck is one of Australia's best known jazz bands and has received awards both in Australia and internationally. With its unique approach and extraordinarily wide popular appeal the group has had a significant influence on young musicians over the years through its many recordings, volumes of original music scores, performances in night-clubs, in concert halls, in jazz festivals, in various movies, with dance groups and in a variety of other settings all over the country and also overseas. Glen Innes Chapel Theatre
Armidale Pottery Club's annual exhibition
12 December, Armidale
The Armidale Pottery Club, member of Armidale SArts and Crafts Incorporated invites you to an exhibition and sale 8.00am to 5.00pm, 12December. Pottery for every occasioion - Christmas gifts, Collector’s items for indoor/outdoor, Many bargains and discounted pieces. Building located behind the Armidale Aquatic Centre. Vehicle access through carpark, walking access via the swing bridge in Beardy Street opposite TAFE College.
Orpheus Music Choral Course
3 - 8 January, Armidale
For more information go to http://www.orpheusmusic.com.au/DisplayPage.jsp?file=Courses/Courses.jsp
Junior String Summer School
4 - 8 January 2010, Armidale
For more information go to http://www.orpheusmusic.com.au/DisplayPage.jsp?file=Courses/Courses.jsp
Orpheus Music Recorder Course
10 - 15 January, Armidale
For more information go to http://www.orpheusmusic.com.au/DisplayPage.jsp?file=Courses/Courses.jsp
Undertow
21 January 2010 - March 2010, Moree
An exhibition by Hanna Kay commissioned by The Maitland Regional Art Gallery exploring the migration of Jewish people in the 1800's to the Hunter Valley. Moree Plains Gallery. For more information go to hannakay.com
Arts-Activated Conference 2010
25-26 March 2010, Sydney
Accessible Arts is convening the second Arts Activated Conference at the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney 25-26 March 2010. The theme of the conference, 'Arts, Access, Excellence', will explore process, practice and innovation relating to inclusion of people with disability in the arts. For further information visit the website: www.aarts.net.au
Junction 2010 - Connecting The Future
26-29 August 2010, Launceston
Regional Arts Australia's seventh national regional arts conference. For more information and updates go to www.junction2010.com
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Grants, Fellowships and Residencies
Australia Council Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Grants
Closing 15 November
Red Ochre Award
Honours an eminent Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artist who has made an outstanding lifelong contribution to the recognition of Indigenous arts in Australia and around the world. The Award is worth $50,000.
Fellowships
Provides Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander musicians and writers with financial support to develop a major creative project or program.
Guidelines and application details online: www.australiacouncil.gov.au/grants
Australia Council Music Grants
Closing 15 November
Skills and Arts Development
Supports skills development for professional artists and artsworkers, and projects that foster skills development. Grants are $10,000 and open to individuals and organisations.
Project Fellowships
Offered to individual artists for a significant creative project that will benefit their artistic development. Grants are $20,000.
New Work
Open to individuals and organisations to support one-off projects that involve the creation or development of music, new musical material or media arts projects.
Presentation and Promotion
Open to individuals and organisations to support one-off projects that present, publish, distribute or market quality music of any style. Guidelines and application details online: www.australiacouncil.gov.au/grants
Janet Holmes à Court Artists Grant
Closing 15 November
This grant is designed to provide financial assistance to professional artists for the public presentation of their work. This can include, but is not limited to, framing, media releases, media photographs, advertising, space rental, installation costs, promotional printing, mail outs, documentation, freight, travel, equipment rental, insurance, technical assistance and opening costs. Amounts available are $500 for individuals and $1,000 for groups. Guidelines and application details online: www.visualarts.net.au/grantsprizes/vcags
Marketing Grant for NSW Artists
Closing 15 November
This grant aims to assist professional visual artists and craftspeople in NSW to effectively promote and market their work throughout NSW, interstate and overseas through creative and cost effective marketing initiatives and campaigns. Amounts are up to $1,250 for individuals and $2,500 for groups. Guidelines and application details online: www.visualarts.net.au/grantsprizes/marketing
Local Government heritage planning studies grant applications
Closing 27 November
Local Government heritage management program are now calling for applications for heritage planning studies for 2010-11 funding. For further information go to http://www.heritage.nsw.gov.au/02_subnav_01_2009_lgp.htm
Sir Robert Askin Operatic Scholarship 2010
Closing 27 November
$60,000 total prize money. For information visit www.trust.com.au/philanthropy/awards/ or contact Cauz Group Pty Ltd 02 9144 2415 ermail trustawards@cauzgroup.com.au
Lady Mollie Askin Ballet Scholarship 2010
Closing 27 November
60,000 total prize money. For information visit www.trust.com.au/philanthropy/awards/ or contact Cauz Group Pty Ltd 02 9144 2415 ermail trustawards@cauzgroup.com.au
The Michael Kieran Harvey Scholarship (Piano) 2010
Closing 30 April 2010
$40,000 total prize money. For information visit www.trust.com.au/philanthropy/awards/ or contact Cauz Group Pty Ltd 02 9144 2415 ermail trustawards@cauzgroup.com.au
Regional Arts NSW Grants Calendar
There are a large number of grants accessible to artists and organisations in regional NSW. Regional Arts NSW has developed a grants calendar which lists grants according to funding body or closing date. View the grants calendar here.
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Opportunities, Awards and Prizes
Animals on Bikes Sculpture Competition & Tourist Trail
Closing 21 November
Entries are now open for the inaugural Animals on Bikes sculpture competition, an exciting new regional tourism initiative where competing sculptures will construct a 120km 'paddock art' tourist trail scattered along the scenic Obley Road, starting at Molong (4 hours west of Sydney) through Cumnock and Yeoval to Dubbo. Entries are sought from local farmers, farmers wives, students, men's sheds, sculptors, mayors – anyone with an artistic flair! This unique creative project aims to capture travellers' imagination, promote local tourist operators, showcase rural creativity and encapsulate the spirit of regional NSW. The Sculpture competition presentation night will be held on Saturday 28 November 2009 with $5,000 worth of prizes to be awarded. Guidelines and application details online: www.animalsonbikes.com.au
Short and Twisted
Closing 30 November
Short and Twisted, Australia's annual anthology of short stories and poetry with a 'twist', is renowned for its sharp, well-crafted pieces by established and emerging authors in every genre. Celapene Press is now seeking submissions of super short stories and poetry for the 2010 edition. Past contributors to the Short and Twisted series include Hazel Edwards, Jonathan Elsom, Edel Wignell, Caleb J Smith and Mitch Lewis. For submission guidelines please contact Celapene Press: Email shortandtwisted@celapenepress.com.au, Website: www.celapenepress.com.au
WetlandCare Australia National Art and Photography Competition
Closing 4 December
To celebrate World Wetlands Day 2010, an international event proclaimed by the United Nations, WetlandCare Australia has organised an Australia-wide Art and Photography competition offering categories for children and adults. We are seeking works on paper exploring the theme of Wetlands, Biodiversity and Climate Change. The competition is acquisitive, with the winning works to be used by WetlandCare Australia to promote wetlands and the work of WetlandCare Australia. Entry forms are available at www.wetlandcare.com.au
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Employment Opportunities
Regional Arts Development Officer, Arts North West
Salary: 50,000 - $55,000pa + car (neg)
Closing 23 November
Arts North West, a not for profit Regional Arts Board, is seeking an experienced Regional Arts Development Officer to implement its cultural development program across the region. The applicant must have a demonstrated knowledge of community cultural development and arts and regional development funding agencies. Answering to the Board of Management and working in a small team, the main duties include:
- Implement and manage a comprehensive range of arts and cultural activities across the region.
- Develop and maintain effective communication and working relationships with funding bodies, contributing local government authorities and arts organisations located within the New England and North West region.
- Broker and facilitate partnerships and provide support and advice to artists and arts organisations within the region.
- Manage all administrative and operational functions of the organisation including finance, personnel and communications.
Contact: Meg Larkin, Deputy President Ph: 0407 255 821
Further information: www.artsnw.com.au
CALLS FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Consultancy, Dhiiyaan Indigenous Centre
Closing 10 December
A consultant is sought provide professional help in reviewing the proposal to establish the present Dhiiyaan Indigenous Centre, Northern Regional Library and Information Services Moree, as an indigenous cultural and learning centre.
Contact: Nicci Parry-Jones, Arts North West Phone 02 6732 4988
Further information: www.artsnw.com.au
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Acknowledgments
To prepare this newsletter, we draw information from a number of sources. Particular sources include: the Regional Arts NSW e-Bulletin, items from other Regional Arts Boards newsletters, newspapers and websites.
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Arts North West
As a regionally based cultural organisation, Arts North West acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal custodians of the land in the New England North West region of New South Wales.
Vision: To provide a region where arts activity is integral to the vitality and development of our communities.
Mission: To build community capacity in the ANW region through supporting creative activity.
Arts North West was established in 1996 as a Regional Arts Development Program and established as an independent Regional Arts Board in 1997.
The program receives financial support from Arts NSW and thirteen local governments in the New England North West region.
Arts North West supports the development of arts and culture regionally and is involved in the development of regional projects and initiatives.
Arts North West recognises the financial support of the NSW Government - Arts NSW and the following Councils in the North West region: Armidale Dumaresq, Glen Innes Severn, Gunnedah Shire, Guyra Shire Council, Gwydir Shire, Inverell Shire, Liverpool Plains Shire, Moree Plains Shire, Narrabri Shire, Tamworth Regional, Tenterfield Shire, Uralla Shire and Walcha Councils.
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Arts North West President and McCrossin's Mill volunteer, Kent Mayo was the recipient of an Individual Award for Excellence at the Museums and Galleries NSW 2009 IMAGinE Awards.