My usual habit is to create nicknames for people mentioned in this blog, however, in this case, for promotional purposes, actual names have been left in the article.
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It’s ‘Time
to Shine’ for Local Artisans
Local identity, Jackie Brennan, has been too busy to be out
and about lately, unlike our resident photographer, Roz Griffin, who’s been
scouring the village, taking shots with her long lens camera. You may have seen
her - Roz is our local three-wheeler bikie with a passion for wildlife
photography.
It was over coffee one morning at indoor bowls that Jackie
invited Roz to join her in her next solo art exhibition. Such public display of
talent was a whole new scene for award-winner Roz, but after a little assurance,
she humbly agreed.
Jackie’s last solo exhibition ‘Metalica’ was held at Gallery
5 in Hervey Bay. Two thirds of the
artworks were sold on the opening night. This time the theme is ‘Art Deco
Revival’ … quite a challenge for Roz who excels in capturing the beauty of
Australian flora and fauna. Therefore, several generic works will also be on
display in gallery two. All works will be for sale.
Jackie is a retired professor of Interior Design and
Architecture with a post-graduate degree in Fine Arts. She is also an award
winning artist, author and poet who still enjoys teaching - mostly weekend
workshops, and of course our Monday craft mornings.
These two talented ladies are having a joint solo art and
photographic exhibition at Gatakers Artspace in Maryborough for the duration
of September. This gallery is the latest
Fraser Coast cultural installation. With a two year waiting list for
exhibitors, it is well worth a visit.
The grand opening is on Friday 7th September, and
best of all – you’re all invited to attend. Entry is free! Doors will open at
6.30pm for 7pm. It’s anticipated that the night will conclude around 9pm.
So
why not get a few friends together for a special night out to show your support
for a couple of our local ladies.
Gatakers Art Space is located in the old warehouse building
in the laneway between Kent and Wharf Streets, Maryborough – opposite the
Federal Hotel at 311 Kent Street.
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The two photos that I provided for this article are ...
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| Remember when? |
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| Six Eyes |
Already, strangers are stopping in the streets, asking me if I am the lady having the exhibit in Maryborough.
It's a very strange feeling, having to promote myself in a positive way, without adding a joke of self criticism. I am renowned for that.
It's all beginning to happen now!
I can do this!
Nite all.
2 comments:
Roz I am so excited for you. Congratulations! I know that the exhibition will be the beginning of great things for you and your photography.
Thanks Judi. It means a lot that you've taken the time to offer me your good wishes and support like this. I appreciate it very much.
I hope you're still having fun with all that lovely citrus fruit that you're growing up that way :D
xx
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