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OCTOBER / NOVEMBER 2009
At time of going to press we are on target for the maximum 400 entries for our annual exhibition that can hang at the Kiama Leagues club. We decided to publish a combined Oct / Nov Newsletter to inform you of the latest developments as this is the last newsletter before our exhibition. Thank you to those who answered the call for volunteers. The response has been great. Final details are underway to make opening night and the exhibition the successful venture it has always been. The Roster for sitting during the exhibition is in this newsletter. Please ADVERTISE OUR EXHIBITION. TALK,TALK,TALK!! Mention to your friends; in the shops, getting petrol, at the library. Pamphlets and papers are round for a day but our tongues can go on forever. Verbal enthusiasm is one contribution we all can do to encourage people to visit the exhibition. The reputation of the exhibition goes way beyond the Illawarra region and is recognised for its high standard. We have four judges this year and they are Dr Kurt Brereton, Leonie Watson and Ms Liz Jeneid. Edward del Villar will be judging the Young Artists’ section. Our thanks to Maggie Paterson who has kindly donated one of her paintings to be hung at the Coach House. The Christmas Party this year will be held at the Sebel Harbourside in the Orry Kelly Gallery at $15 pp on December 15th at 12.00pm. The Kiama High School exhibition was attended by over 100 people. Kiama Art Society provided the prize money and the supper. This was ably orchestrated by Ruth Hind who has been doing this liaison with the high school for many years with teachers Jenny Morris and Rhona Parker The Kiama Cultural Committee is holding a breakfast at the Harbourside Restaurant on Wednesday 18th November at 7.30am at $10 a head to encourage networking of artists, writers, painters etc. We have 15 going so far from KAS so, if interested, contact Louise Croker on 42322758. Jamberoo Art Group had a very successful exhibition during the long weekend in October, raising money for the local branch of Red Cross to put towards the devastating situation in Samoa. KEEP PAINTING
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THE FINAL COUNTDOWN!31st Annual Exhibition The AnEx Team have all polished their We have over 400 entries this year and we know it’s going to be a resounding success. Our thanks go to Faye and Len King who passed on to us the timelines and templates they had used over the last few years. These were a great guide. Please check the newsletter for all the information you will need to ensure our exhibition runs smoothly, and is one of which we all can be proud.
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Barbara Spence
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All members are invited to our CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON at THE SEBEL HARBOURSIDE in the ORRY-KELLY GALLERY on TUESDAY, 15TH DECEMBER, 12.00pm COST ; $15 pp
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MEMBER NEWSKirkconnell Gallery and B & B During September, Philip and I had a most pleasurable trip to ‘Kirkconnell’, which is the home of Betty-Anne Campbell. She is the hostess of the B & B and is a sincere warm person and the wife of the late Reg Campbell, who was an eminent artist and known for the perfection of his paintings. He painted portraits, landscapes and flowers and for many years exhibited in the Archibald Prize, winning the “People’s Choice Award’. His portraits were sought for Boardrooms in many corporate companies. On arrival we were warmly greeted and, having Brian Chapman to guide us, we entered via the large warm kitchen and breakfast room which was furnished with a large round table covered with a lace tablecloth, which was an introduction to the feeling of the home. Hanging on the wall was a beautiful painting of trees in the flush of autumn, with golden leaves. The kitchen was large and interesting with its overhead hanging rack on which hung wine glasses and every kitchen gadget known to man. Fascinating. Also there was a large pantry cupboard and ovens big enough to take the Christmas turkey, puddings and mince pies all at once. The huge family room had numerous comfortable lounges and chairs, a large T.V. and music equipment. The lounge room had a wonderful wide fire place for logs, with air circulating ability to keep the large room very warm, as winters in Bathurst can be cold. Many ornaments and paintings were also displayed, so, comfortably tucked up in one of the inviting chairs, one could take it all in and try to find the numerous ornaments which had been used in the flower paintings. The staircase leads to the upper floor which has 8 bedrooms, all most inviting with sumptuous soft coloured doonas and cushions, a large silk red rose on the towels, and traditional furniture. The bedroom we slept in looked down on the swimming pool and, after a night listening to the wonderful rain, we awoke to an orange swimming pool as the dust storm had really hit Bathurst, causing blackouts. Breakfast was a great time to get together in the warm kitchen and much fun and laughter was shared while we ate our meal. The Gallery, which on application is open for the viewing public, has large portraits and paintings, plus more antique bric-a-brac used for props in Reg Campbell’s paintings. The grounds are endless, with 69 acres covered in trees. The wattle trees were out in full bloom but, after the dust storm, had changed colour somewhat. Apart from a couple of acres cleared, the grounds are left natural. We enjoyed our stay and will be going back again soon to be welcomed by a gracious hostess. Thank you Betty-Anne and our thanks to Brian and Jean Chapman for introducing us to such pleasure. Barbara Cooper
Introductory Drawing Class Over the past six weeks I’ve had the pleasure of teaching my first drawing class with Kiama Art Society. As a retired secondary school teacher, I must say they ran rings around 14 year old boys when it came to cleaning up at the end of the lesson and homework. My little class was an enthusiastic group who were willing to have a try, no matter what I asked of them.
They produced amazing process diaries for the time we had and explored a variety of themes, including Still life, buildings, landscape, ’My Home ‘, and portraiture. They tried out a variety of media and methods of working. The class was introduced to various artists, learnt some artistic concepts and gained a healthy appreciation of the art of cheating. I think most would agree that it was a pretty full- on 6 weeks but we still had time for good conversation, lots of laughs and, of course, plenty of tea and cake.
I intend to display some of the results for club members to enjoy and I’m sure you will agree that the results are fantastic. Next year I’d like to repeat the beginners’ drawing class if there are enough interested starters. I thought a suggestion that I make it a 10 week course was a good idea. Further on into 2010 I’d like to have a stage 2 drawing course and maybe a Lino printing course. If you have any ideas, questions or suggestions of future courses, please give me a ring on 42342120 or email me on nolanpetert@bigpond.com Kerry Suttonberg ESCAPE ARTfest 2009 This Festival was held in the Milton-Ulladulla area 2nd – 11th October. Two of our members were prize winners in this event and we offer them both our congratulations. Vivien Tanner Belinda Brooks The Rose Exhibition in the Old Fire Station: Our congratulations and thanks to Belinda Brooks for the success of this exhibition in the Old Fire Station Gallery.
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CULTURE REPORTOn Tuesday we were introduced to something a little different as we watched Lynette sculpture a doll using an array of materials including recycled fabric, wire and jewellery. We have our exhibition coming up and then Christmas (how quickly it goes). Ken Tucker and Ev Hales W/shops are early in the new year along with a variety of other artists who will be visiting us in 2010. Our next scheduled demonstration is February 2010 which is painting drapery in acrylics with Andra Dahl. I apologize for the communication problems of late but I am pleased to say it is all sorted now and you can contact me on email bmcgrath@three.com.au Phone 0242 383 212 Cheers, Brett |
ORRY-KELLY GALLERYCongratulations to those members exhibiting in the gallery and special thanks to Sylvia Hawthorne who assisted with the picture hanging. Public response has been enthusiastic and encouraging. With the gallery open each Sunday for the remainder of the year, would exhibiting artists please ring -
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