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EXPERIENCE CULTUREin the Clarence Valley

PLUNGE 2014

Clarence Valley Council is proud to present PLUNGE 2014 and invite everyone to celebrate local arts, culture and creativity.

We have jam-packed PLUNGE 2014 with opportunities for locals and visitors to soak up the many cultural experiences on offer right across the Clarence Valley.

This year’s program builds on the success of the first PLUNGE program in 2013 - with more events, exhibitions, workshops and performances.

I look forward to joining you out and about for PLUNGE 2014.

Mayor Richie Williamson

We acknowledge the peoples of the Bundjalung, Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations, traditional custodians of the lands where these events, exhibitions, workshops and performances will take place, and pay tribute and respect to Elders both past and present of the Bundjalung, Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations which lie within the Clarence Valley Council boundary.

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CULTURAL EXPERIENCES/MUSEUMSTravelling Film Festival 4Clarence Pop-Up Shop 6110th Maclean Highland Gathering 7High Tea with Friends 14Grafton Art Club Open Day 19Yamba Museum 21

MUSIC, DANCE & THEATRE PERFORMANCES50th Anniversary Celebration: Roy Orbison & Del Shannon 5

Grant Collins: Drum Concert 8HMS Pinafore 10Grafton Eisteddfod - Dance Section 10

WORKSHOPS & EDUCATIONGrant Collins: 2 day drum clinic 8Danger Ensemble workshop 9Arts in Mind 14Ezy-Carve Print workshops 15Plunge into memoir 18Harp, hebel & knife making 20

EXHIBITIONSRolling Stones: The Covers 11Dave Funnell Exhibition 11Clarence Valley in Focus - Grafton 12Clarence Valley in Focus - Yamba 12John Millington Exhibition 13Through the Lens Exhibition 13Cultural Crossover (Kingstudio) 15Master Artisans Exhibition 20Upson Downs Workshop Exhibition 20Island Collective Exhibition 21

CHILDREN & YOUTHLittle smARTies 14Bazil Grumble Workshops 16Face to Face Workshops 17Youth Art Workshop 19

MARKETSThis Is Art Market (Grafton) 22Simply Handmade Markets 22Yamba Farmers & Food Market 23Grafton Farmers & Food Market 23Glenreagh Monthly Market 23Clocktower Gallery Market 23Iluka Monthly Market 23Maclean Community Market 23Cathedral Car Boot Market 23Tucabia Monthly Market 23Grafton Showground Market 23Ashby Community Market 23G.D.S.C. Markets 23Yamba River Markets 23 will be held Sun 27 April

PLUNGE 2014 / CULTURAL EXPERIENCES

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CULTURAL EXPERIENCES

WHERE Saraton Theatre 99 Prince Street, Grafton

Yamba Cinema 13 Coldstream Street, Yamba

WHEN Grafton Thu 27 March to Sun 30 March Yamba Fri 28 March to Mon 31 March

COST 6 Film Full Subscription Adult $57; Concession $51 Single Tickets Adult $14; Concession $12; Student/Kids/Under 26’s $8.50

BOOKINGS Tickets available from February at the cinema box office or online: www.sff.org.au/tff

CONTACT www.sff.org.au Saraton Theatre - (02) 6642 1633 Yamba Cinema - (02) 6646 3430

SYDNEY FILM FESTIVAL

Grafton 27 March to 30 March 2014 Yamba 28 March to 31 March 2014

One of Australia’s longest-running touring festivals and a much-loved cinematic event, founded by David Stratton back in 1974, the Travelling Film Festival is coming to the Clarence Valley in March 2014.

We’ll be bringing a diverse selection of entertaining, enlightening, critically acclaimed and award-winning films from across Australia and around the world, right to your doorstep.

TRAVELLING FILM FESTIVAL

Information on all the films will be on our website from early February at www.sff.org.au.

Don’t miss this popular event when it screens at the Saraton Theatre Grafton and Yamba Cinema.

“The TFF is a great opportunity to share the fun and excitement of a film festival.” DAVID STRATTON, ABC’s At The Movies.

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MUSIC PERFORMANCE

WHERE Saraton Theatre 99 Prince Street, Grafton

WHEN Fri 4 April, 8pm

COST Adults $59.90; Seniors $56.90; Groups of 8 or more: $54.90

BOOKINGS Tickets available online: www.saraton.com or from the Saraton Theatre Box Office

CONTACT www.saraton.com Phone: (02) 6642 1633

SARATON THEATRE

Come and relive the magic and the classic hits of two of the world’s greatest Rock’n’Roll Music Legends of all time. 2014 marks a magnificent milestone as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the 1964 release of Roy Orbison’s iconic worldwide smash hit single “Oh Pretty Woman”.

50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION: ROY ORBISON & DEL SHANNON

4 April 2014

Internationally renowned artists, “Dean Bourne & Fallon” will take you on a magical celebration of the iconic hits of superstars Roy Orbison and Del Shannon, as they perform hit after massive hit.

This very exciting and unique concert experience has been fully endorsed and supported by the family and management of Del Shannon USA.

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Well look who’s popping up in Maclean this April for Plunge Festival …

That’s right folks, Arts Northern Rivers has partnered up with Clarence Valley Council to take our Northern Rivers Creative Pop-Up Shop on the road - and cute as a button Maclean is the first stop on this creative industries roadshow.

At the time of this program going to print we weren’t able to tell you exactly where in Maclean you will find us (it was so hush-hush, we didn’t

ARTS NORTHERN RIVERS / CLARENCE VALLEY COUNCIL

15 April to 20 April 2014

CLARENCE POP-UP SHOP CULTURAL EXPERIENCES

WHERE Maclean - visit www.artsnorthernrivers.com.au for details

WHEN Tue 15 April to Sun 20 April

COST To view the workshop and forum schedule, go to www.artsnorthernrivers.com.au BOOKINGS Call (02) 6628 8120 or email [email protected]

CONTACT Arts Northern Rivers (02) 6628 8120 or www.artsnorthernrivers.com.au facebook.com/artsnorthernrivers twitter.com/arts_nr

even know!) - but don’t fret, as we’ll be posting all the deets on our social media sites – so best you hop on over to our Facebook and Twitter pages to make sure you’re in the know.

What we can tell you though is that the space will host a brilliant program of skills development workshops for artists, lively industry forums for businesses and be decked out with wares by some amazing Clarence artists. Plus (if we can squeeze them in) Arts Northern Rivers’ staff will be on board to discuss projects, grants and all things arts.

So keep your ear to the ground and your eyes online – as our creative cavalcade rolls into the Clarence!

https://www.facebook.com/artsnorthernrivers

https://twitter.com/arts_nr

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This is your chance to experience the caber toss, a massed pipe band display and a Highland fling!

Each year on the Easter weekend, the “Scottish Town in Australia” comes alive to the sound of bagpipes and drums when Maclean attracts some 25 pipe bands and more than 600 competitors for its Highland Gathering.

With the mighty Clarence River as the backdrop, this event is often cited as the best Highland Gathering held annually in Australia.

LOWER CLARENCE SCOTTISH ASSOCIATION


110TH MACLEAN HIGHLAND GATHERING


WHERE Various locations in Maclean

WHEN Fri 18 April to Sat 19 April

COST Varies depending on activity

BOOKINGS Not required

CONTACT www.macleanhighlandgathering.com.au

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MUSIC PERFORMANCES

WHERE Clarence Valley Conservatorium 8 Villiers Street, Grafton

WHEN Fri 28 March, 7pm

COST Adults $25; School students under 18 $10

BOOKINGS Please contact the Conservatorium

CONTACT www.cvcon.com.au or (02) 6643 3555

WORKSHOPS & EDUCATION

WHERE Clarence Valley Conservatorium 8 Villiers Street, Grafton

WHEN Sat 29 March to Sun 30 March, 10am - 3.15pm

COST $10 per day ($20 for both days)

BOOKINGS Please contact the Conservatorium

CONTACT www.cvcon.com.au or (02) 6643 3555

CLARENCE VALLEY CONSERVATORIUM

28 March to 30 March 2014

GRANT COLLINS: CONCERT & 2-DAY DRUM CLINIC

Australian master drummer, Grant Collins, is bringing the largest drum kit in the Southern Hemisphere to Grafton!

Made up of 20 drums, 20 cymbals, 15 pedals, 11 toms, 5 basses and 4 snares, the kit will make for one amazing concert to be held on the Friday night.

On Saturday and Sunday, Grant will lead a 2-day drum clinic for junior and senior drummers which is not to be missed!

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THE DANGER ENSEMBLE

26 April 2014

THE HOLISTIC PERFORMER

Following the great success of this workshop in 2013, The Danger Ensemble returns to the Clarence Valley to explore the use of the basic elements of theatre - body, voice, text, space and time - to create performance that impacts the senses and emotions.

Places for this workshop are strictly limited and bookings are essential!

This workshop is suitable for participants aged 16 years and up.


WHERE Grafton Community & Function Centre, 59 Duke Street, Grafton

WHEN Sat 26 April 2014, 10am to 5pm

COST FREE

BOOKINGS Essential - email your name, age and contact details to [email protected]

CONTACT All enquiries should be made to [email protected]

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THEATRE PERFORMANCES

WHERE Civic Hall Maclean & Yamba Bowling Club

WHEN Gala Opening - Fri 4 April 2014 Sat 5 April to Sat 12 April (Maclean) Sun 13 April (Yamba)

COST Gala Opening: $25 each / $20 for members

For all other performances: Adult $15; Concession/Children $10; Family (2 adults & 2 children) $35

BOOKINGS Tickets available from Maclean Flower Box 12 River Street, Maclean (02) 6645 2998

CONTACT For further information, contact [email protected] or 0400 701 026

CLARENCE COAST THEATRICAL SOCIETY INC.

CITY OF GRAFTON EISTEDDFOD SOCIETY



HMS PINAFORE

60TH ANNIVERSARY: GRAFTON EISTEDDFOD - DANCE SECTIONSet sail on Gilbert and

Sullivan’s HMS Pinafore when it is performed by the Clarence Coast Theatrical Society.

Maclean’s Music Ensemble will be joined by local choristers in what is sure to be a laughter-packed performance.

Dancers aged 3 years and up from across Northern NSW and Southern QLD will perform in a variety of styles; including classical ballet, tap and hip-hop in individual and group performances.

2014 will be the Eisteddfod’s 60th anniversary, so there will be more prizes and scholarships on offer.

DANCE PERFORMANCES

WHERE South Grafton High School Tyson Street, South Grafton

WHEN Fri 11 Apr to Thu 17 Apr 8.30am - 9.30pm

COST Adult $4 per session Pensioner / students $3 per session


CONTACT Diane Welch phone: (02) 6643 3384 or email: [email protected]

EXHIBITIONS / PLUNGE 2014

An artisan travelling exhibition

Exhibition supported by

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GRAFTON REGIONAL GALLERY


26 March to 11 May 2014 26 March to 11 May 2014

60TH ANNIVERSARY: GRAFTON EISTEDDFOD - DANCE SECTION

ROLLING STONES: THE COVERS 1972 - 2010

DAVE FUNNELL: WHO SAID YOU HAVE TO BUY A GUITAR

The cover of Rolling Stone magazine is a cultural icon, graced by everyone from politicians to pop stars. An iconic original masthead designed by psychedelic artist Rick Griffin, coupled with captivating images from legendary photographers like Annie Liebovitz, positioned the magazine cover as the reference point of popular culture. For the first time in history 150 of the greatest Rolling Stone Australia covers, from the 1970s to the present, are on display.

Assemblage is not a common way to create a musical instrument however the Wombat Creek artist has created sculptures that look like and in a way play like guitars, banjos, ukuleles and mandolins. Dave Funnell has utilised many sources of objects - pots and pans from the kitchen, bike spokes and wood from the workshop, strings and machine heads from the music shop and advice from local musicians. The final works are formed by the found object or by the particular moment in which they were made.

EXHIBITIONS

WHERE Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy Street, Grafton

WHEN Tues to Sun, 10am to 4pm

COST Entry by gold coin donation


CONTACT www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6642 3177

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EXHIBITIONS

WHERE Treelands Drive Community Centre Treelands Drive, Yamba

WHEN Wed 26 March to Fri 25 April Mon to Fri, 8.30am to 5pm

COST Free


CONTACT Treelands Drive Community Centre (02) 6646 1478

EXHIBITIONS


WHEN Wed 26 March to Sun 11 May Tues to Sun, 10am to 4pm





CLARENCE VALLEY COUNCIL

26 March to 11 May 2014 26 March to 25 April 2014

CLARENCE VALLEY IN FOCUS: GRAFTON

CLARENCE VALLEY IN FOCUS: YAMBA

The gallery’s courtyard features the finalists of this year’s valley wide photography competition that sought to capture Clarence Valley’s music scene. The finalists were selected by local photographers Debrah Novak, Adam Hourigan and Simon Hughes.

The foyer of Treelands Drive Community Centre will come alive with a large scale exhibition of the finalists of the 2013 Clarence Valley in Focus Competition.

Katrina Wade Dirragun’s Touch (2013 Winner / Phone Category)

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26 March to 11 May 2014

26 March to 11 May 2014

JOHN MILLINGTON: BRIDGES TO ABSTRACTION

THROUGH THE LENS: MARKING THE CENTENARY OF WWI

Through revisiting the “hard edge” painting style of the 1960s the Maclean based artist explores themes of the rainforest, waterfalls, the sugar industry and open-cut mining. John’s artistic journey to this point of abstraction is documented through digital images of past works.

“While the imagery is fairly easily identified, I have purposely restricted myself to seeing how much can be interpreted in horizontal and vertical line only. Nevertheless, very occasionally, I found the odd diagonal line or curve could not be entirely avoided.” – John Millington.

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EXHIBITIONS






Photographs along with cameras in use at the beginning of the 20th century from the Clarence Valley community form this exhibition held to mark the Centenary of World War I which begins on 28 July 2014.

Top - John Millington - Red Bridge 1 2013Above - Private Edward William Chapman from Maclean, 1914 - bottom row 5th from left

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ARTS IN MIND



WHEN Sun 30 March, 2pm

COST FOGG Members $25; non-members $35

BOOKINGS (02) 6642 3177

CONTACT For further information, contact the Gallery on (02) 6642 3177

FRIENDS OF THE GALLERY GRAFTON REGIONAL GALLERY


30 March 20142 April 2014

15 April 2014

ROCKING HIGH TEA LITTLE

SMARTIES

Join us for high tea while we celebrate the rock & roll legends with delightful food from the Friends. There are few more civilised things in this world than good conversation over an indulgent afternoon tea. Rocking High Tea with Friends is presented in the plush surroundings of the Gallery Courtyard. Musos and artists will entertain us using hand made musical instruments created by Dave Funnell with a backdrop of Rolling Stones, covers 1972 – 2010, exhibiting in the Main Gallery.

A creative program especially for preschool aged children to share with their parents. Each little smARTies session includes a tots’ gallery tour, creative art activities with local artists and a live tots’ music concert performed by the Clarence Valley Conservatorium.

If your little smartie enjoys having fun, bring them along to little smARTies at the Grafton Regional Gallery.

The program is open to all families with preschool aged children.

YOUTH & CHILDREN


WHEN Wed 2 April, 10.30am



CONTACT Contact the Gallery on (02) 6642 3177

Community members who live with dementia and their carers are invited to join an interactive tour connecting participants in a shared intellectual activity through memory and personal insights. After the tour enjoy an informal gathering over morning tea at Piccolo in the gallery courtyard.

Arts in Mind is presented in partnership with the Dementia Outreach Service, Clarence Valley Council Community Service and CRANES Community Support Programs.



WHEN Tue 15 April, 10am



CONTACT Contact the Gallery on (02) 6642 3177

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KINGSTUDIO

KINGSTUDIO19 April to 11 May 2014

29 March to 27 April 2014

CULTURAL CROSSOVER- EXPLORING VEDIC CULTURAL TRADITIONS

EZY-CARVE PRINT WORKSHOPS

Experience an exciting exhibition of new works from David Benson. David’s vibrant works in paint, print and collage explore the spiritual through David’s connection with and practice of Bhakti Yoga and the Hare Krsna movement. Meet David at the opening event on Easter Saturday 19 April from 2pm for a visual treat with live music and vegetarian nibbles.

EXHIBITIONS

WHERE KINGSTUDIO 105 River Street, Maclean

WHEN Sat 19 April to Sun 11 May Opening event: Sat 19 April, 2pm Gallery open daily, 10am to 5pm

COST Opening event $10 per person (includes vegetarian nibbles and live music). Exhibition is FREE

BOOKINGS For the opening event contact KINGSTUDIO

CONTACT www.kingstudio.com.au, [email protected] or (02) 6645 2042 0415 836 194


WHERE KINGSTUDIO 105 River Street, Maclean

WHEN Sat 29 March to Sun 27 April (see workshop schedule for dates)

COST $200 per person for each 2-day workshop, including materials

BOOKINGS Please contact KINGSTUDIO

CONTACT www.kingstudio.com.au, [email protected] or (02) 6645 2042 0432 719 402

A series of four 2-day print workshops will investigate block, scratch board, silk screen and digital printing. Each workshop is limited to 6 people and will focus on mixed media works that explore cultural and spiritual crossovers or your own specific project. You will explore block-relief printmaking using Ezy-Carve silicon blocks, and then publish your multi-coloured works using non-toxic water based inks.

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:

Sat 29 & Sun 30 March Ezy Carve and Scratch board projects

Sat 5 & Sun 6 April Ezy Carve and Scratch board projects

Sat 12 & Sun 13 April Screen printing - Learn the basics of photo stencilling and print your own T-shirt or textiles.

Sat 26 & Sun 27 April Lead by featured artist - David Benson - an exploration of Vedic symbolism through block printing techniques.

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BAZIL GRUMBLE

13 April to 17 April 2014 (Yamba) 21 April to 24 April 2014 (Wooli)

SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS

Shoot for the Stars (Perfect for all ages) Come along and learn how to make weird and wonderful aliens, asteroids and rockets from clay.

Clay Critter Adventure Walk (Perfect for all ages) Make a range of awesome clay critters to take home.

Juggle-A-Rama (Perfect for ages six years and up) Make your own set of juggling balls that you can keep and learn the basics of this fun and highly entertaining skill.

Body Pots (Perfect for all ages) Collect items such as leaves and twigs and then get potting by using your hands, feet, elbows or ears as moulds to make your own clay pots.

Investig-8 Art (Perfect for ages five years and up) The most action packed creative arts workshop in the history of the universe. If you love creative arts experiences then this is the workshop for you.

YAMBA WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

Sunday 13 April

10.30am to 12.30pm Clay Critter Adventure Walk (all ages)

1pm to 3pm Shoot for the Stars (all ages)

Monday 14 April

10.30am to 12.30pm Juggle-A-Rama (6 years and up)

1pm to 3pm Flying Origami (5 years and up)

Tuesday 15 April

10am to 12pm Investig-8 Art (5 years and up)

1pm to 3pm Body Pots (teen workshop)

Wednesday 16 April

10.30am to 12.30pm Puppets Galore (all ages)

1pm to 3pm Monster Origami (all ages)

Thursday 17 April

10.30am to 12.30pm Juggle – A-Rama (6 years and up)

1pm to 3pm Investig-8 Art (teen workshop)

WOOLI WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

Monday 21 April Easter Monday

10.30am to 12.30pm Clay Critter Adventure Walk (all ages)

1pm to 3pm Shoot for the Stars (all ages)

3pm to 5pm Investig-8 Art (teen workshop)

Tuesday 22 April

10am to 12 Juggle-A-Rama (6 years and up)

12.30pm to 2.30pm Flying Origami (5 years and up)

Wednesday 23 April

10.30am to 12.30pm Investig-8 Art (5 years and up)

1pm to 3pm Body Pots (teen workshop)

Thursday 24 April

10.30am to 12.30pm Puppets Galore (5 years and up)

1pm to 3pm Monster Origami (all ages)

CHILDREN & YOUTH

WHERE Yamba Skate Park & Wooli Skate Park

WHEN Sun 13 April to Thu 24 April Refer to workshop schedule

COST FREE


CONTACT www.clarence.nsw.gov.au

Monster Origami (Ideal for ages five years and up) Learn how to make monsters with just a piece of paper. If you want to extend your skills with some contemporary concepts and freaky faces, this is the workshop for you.

Flying Origami (Perfect for ages five years and up) Learn new and advanced folding techniques to make your planes soar higher and faster than ever before.

Puppets Galore (Ideal for ages five years and up)Create fun folded card puppets and then use your voice and creative movement to bring the character to life.

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CLARENCE VALLEY COUNCIL


FACE TO FACE: CHILDREN’S INTERGENERATIONAL PORTRAIT WORKSHOPS

Face to Face is a free, hands-on children’s portrait workshop for creative kids aged 6-11 years old.

Held in Grafton and Maclean, Face to Face gives children a unique opportunity to express their connection with their grandparents through art. Children are encouraged to use their initiative and imagination and are provided with the materials and resources to experiment and explore this most special of relationships.

Children must bring 2 x photographs of a grandparent(s) and a sentence about what makes their grandparent(s) so special. Artworks will feature in an online exhibition.

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:

Grafton Regional Gallery – Studio

Mon 14 April, Tue 15 April, Wed 16 April and Thu 17 April

Maclean Civic Centre

Tue 22 April, Wed 23 April and Thu 24 April

All workshops are held 10.15am to 2.30pm and are

limited to a maximum of 10 participants

CHILDREN & YOUTH


Maclean Civic Centre River Street, Maclean

WHEN Mon 14 April to Thu 24 April (refer to workshop schedule)

COST FREE - Children must bring lunch and refreshments

BOOKINGS Bookings essential – contact Tina Bultitude on (02) 6641 7211 (Mon to Thu) or email [email protected]

Bookings close Thursday 10 April

CONTACT www.clarence.nsw.gov.au

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CLARENCE VALLEY LIBRARIES


PLUNGE INTO MEMOIR WRITING YOUR LIFE STORY

I’m guessing you have a few stories up your sleeve. Stories you haven’t told the kids about yet, let alone the grandkids! Want to do it now? Here’s your chance to open the vault and let the memories loose, put them into words and create your own life story!

Mary-Jane Gibson will teach you what you need to know to get that story started. A light lunch, tea and coffee will be provided.

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:

Grafton Library Wed 26 March, 10am - 2.30pm

Maclean Library Fri 28 March, 10am - 2.30pm

Yamba (Wooli St Hall) Tue 1 April, 11am - 3pm

Iluka Library Fri 4 April, 10am - 2.30pm


WHERE Grafton Library Ph: (02) 6643 0254 Pound St, Grafton Maclean Library Ph: (02) 6645 3611 Stanley St, Maclean Wooli St Hall (Yamba) Ph: (02) 6646 2811 Wooli St, Yamba Iluka Library Ph: (02) 6646 6542 Cnr Duke and Micalo Sts, Iluka

WHEN Wed 26 March - Fri 4 April (refer to workshop schedule)

COST FREE

BOOKINGS Essential - contact your nearest library

CONTACT www.crl.nsw.gov.au or contact your local library

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GRAFTON ART CLUB INC.

GRAFTON ART CLUB INC.

29 March 2014


GRAFTON ART CLUB OPEN DAY

GET CREATIVE! YOUTH ART WORKSHOP

Come and explore your creative side!

Established in 1968, Grafton Art Club will be holding an open day at its Art Club Centre. It will be an opportunity for you to see demonstrations of many different media and techniques, browse the display of artwork and check out the wide variety of activities and classes offered to people of all ages and skill levels.


WHERE Grafton Art Club Centre 365 Dobie Street, Grafton

WHEN Sat 29 March, 10am to 3pm

COST FREE


CONTACT www.graftonartclub.net or phone (02) 6649 5077

Here is an opportunity for young people aged 7-to-18 years to explore a variety of mediums and techniques under the guidance of the Youth Art Coordinator, Rhondella Hyde.

Mediums include: charcoal / graphite drawing; acrylics or watercolours; pastels and collage; print making; or mixed media.

There will also be a youth exhibition on display in the Grafton Community & Function Centre foyer.

All materials included in the workshop cost.

YOUTH & CHILDREN

WHERE Grafton Community & Function Centre, 59 Duke Street, Grafton

WHEN Tue 15 April to Thu 17 April, 9.30am to 3pm

COST $80 for all 3 days or $30 per day

BOOKINGS Bookings essential by phoning 0431 735 215

CONTACT Rhondella Hyde on 0431 735 215

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UPSON DOWNS ARTISANS GROUP

UPSON DOWNS ARTISANS GROUP

28 March to 30 March 2014


MASTER ARTISANS EXHIBITION

HARP, HEBEL & KNIFE MAKING WORKSHOPS

Don’t miss this fantastic collection of artworks by the Upson Downs Artisans Group! Geoff Welham will be exhibiting his harps and Tommy Welham will display some of his knives and sheaths. Linda Westmoreland will also be showcasing paintings, mixed media and sculptures based on the conceptual theme ‘Looking through Aspy eyes’. Afternoon tea will be available on weekends.

EXHIBITIONS

WHERE ‘Westmoreland House’ Upson Downs 2952 Clarence Way, Winegrove

WHEN Opening night: Fri 28 March, 5pm to 7pm Sat 29 March & Sun 30 March, 10am to 4pm



CONTACT Email: [email protected]

Geoff Welham starting making harps in 1996 after completing a workshop with Andy Digby. Paraguayan/ Celtic style harp making has become his full time occupation with sales and commissions throughout Australia. Geoff teaches harp making and has been running courses since 2000. His workshop is a pleasure to visit. For more information, call (02) 6647 3129.

Tommy Welham has been making knives since boyhood. He now runs CloudBase Knives, creating practical, graceful knives from recycled and salvaged steel and other media. His workshop is open for a 7-day course where participants will design, cut, grind, temper and polish their own knife from recycled high grade steel, with timber or antler handle and make a sheath. No skills necessary - just bring ideas and elbow grease. For more information, call (02) 6647 3129.

Linda Westmoreland has created and taught art in various forms for more than 30 years. Her artworks can be found in London, PNG and throughout Australia. This 5-day workshop is for anyone who wants to learn how to sculpt. Tools and equipment are supplied. Participants will design and carve hebel block sculpture using hammers, chisels and electrical equipment as well. For more information, call (02) 6647 3513.

The workshops will be followed by a group exhibition for workshop participants and teachers.

WORKSHOPS & EXHIBITIONS

WHERE ‘Westmoreland House’ Upson Downs 2952 Clarence Way, Winegrove

WHEN Sun 13 April to Sun 20 April Exhibition: Sun 20 April, 2pm to 5pm

COST Linda’s Hebel Sculpture 4 day course / $395

Geoff’s Harps 7 day workshop / $750 to $1,150 (please contact Geoff)

Tommy’s Knives 5 days / $400

All courses require a deposit. All prices include tuition, materials, insurance, safety equipment, morning and afternoon teas

BOOKINGS Geoff or Tommy Welham [email protected]

Linda Westmoreland [email protected]


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MUSEUMS

WHERE Yamba Museum River Street, Yamba

WHEN Tues, Wed and Thurs, 10am to 4.30pm Sat and Sun, 2pm to 4.30pm Or by special appointment Closed Mondays and Fridays

COST $3 Adults; children accompanied by adults FREE. Extra charges will apply for special exhibitions.


CONTACT www.pyhsmuseum.org.au, [email protected] or (02) 6646 1399

PORT OF YAMBA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ISLAND COLLECTIVE

Ongoing


YAMBA MUSEUM

TONIGHT I AM SWIMMING TO THE ISLAND

The award-winning Yamba Museum is conveniently located in the heart of Yamba. The displays interpret Yamba’s strong maritime history and the importance of the mighty Clarence River to this area. Whether you are interested in surfing or fishing, history or riverboats, plunge into our museum and discover the fascinating history of Yamba!

Contemporary artists in the Clarence Valley and other creative industries professionals were invited to respond to the theme “Tonight I am swimming to the island” in a conceptual or representational manner.

This exhibition puts on display the diversity and depth of their responses.

EXHIBITIONS

WHERE Island Collective Unit 1, 16 Uki Street, Yamba

WHEN Opening Fri 28 March, 7pm to 9pm Exhibition runs until Fri 11 April Mon to Fri, 10am to 2.30pm or by appointment

COST FREE

BOOKINGS No bookings required

CONTACT www.facebook.com/islandcollective or contact Fleur on 0416 560 201

Image by Ethan Gumb

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30 March 2014

13 April 2014

THIS IS ART MARKET

SIMPLY HANDMADE MARKETS YAMBA

This is ART MARKET is an annual stall market, dedicated to art. The market will showcase a diverse range of affordable art from artists in the Clarence Valley and surrounding areas, along with fantastic food and beverage stalls, live music and a relaxing atmosphere.

The 2013 market was a huge success with more than $10,000 worth of art sold and almost 1000 people enjoying the live music, gourmet food and beverage, incredible art displays, live demonstrations and interactive art stations.

MARKETS

WHERE The Barn, Grafton Showground Prince Street, Grafton

WHEN Sun 30 March, 9am to 2pm

COST Entry by gold coin


CONTACT Email: [email protected] Melissa Christie on 0432 265 930 or Natalie Jenkins on 0431 627 894 www.thisisartmarket.com

Simply Handmade Markets in Yamba are bringing together talented artists, designers, stylists, craftspeople and gourmets all to one destination. This is a unique event not to be missed - connect with the makers of beautiful things and quality, handcrafted, locally designed items.

MARKETS

WHERE Raymond Laurie Sports Complex 78 Angourie Road, Yamba

WHEN Sun 13 April, 9am to 2pm

COST Gold coin donation (for local charity)

BOOKINGS Stallholder bookings: contact Simply Crafts Gabrielle or Lisa (02) 6646 3388 or by email


“Our aim is to connect the community to the incredible artists here in the Clarence Valley – why would anyone go to a department store when there is so much amazing, original artwork being made right here” – This is ART MARKET team.

STALLHOLDERS: Professional, emerging and hobby artists who work with any form of medium and want to showcase their art are encouraged to apply for a market stall. Please contact us on [email protected] to register your interest. Alternatively, you can call or text Natalie or Melissa.

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WEEKLY MARKETS

Wednesday mornings 7am - 12noon

Yamba Farmers & Food Market Whiting Beach Car Park Clarence Street, Yamba

Jeremy and Sue Challacombe p: (02) 6642 3336 e: [email protected]

Thursday mornings 7am - 12noon

Grafton Farmers & Growers Markets Market Square, Duke Street, Grafton (Cnr Duke & Pound St)

Jeremy and Sue Challacombe p: (02) 6642 3336 e: [email protected]

MONTHLY MARKETS

1st Saturday of the month 8am - 1pm

The Village Market Place Glenreagh Hall Coramba Street, Glenreagh

Bessie Webb p: (02) 6649 2001

1st Saturday of the month 8am - 1pm

Clocktower Gallery Markets (Arts & Crafts) Cnr Spring St & Pacific Highway South Grafton (on verandah of Tourist Information Centre)

Clarence Tourism p: (02) 6642 4677

1st Sunday of the month 8am - 12noon

Iluka Market Iluka Sports Oval Cnr Owen & Spenser Streets, Iluka

Paul Ryan m: 0422 010 989

2nd Saturday of the month 7am - 12.30pm

Maclean Community Market Centenary Drive Car Park, Maclean

Bob Mansfield / Daniel Gray m: 0423 333 458 / 0413 166 876

2nd Saturday of the month 8am - 1pm

Cathedral Car Boot Markets Cathedral Car Park Fitzroy Street, Grafton

Cathedral Parish Office p: (02) 6642 2844

2nd Sunday of the month 8am - 12noon

Trash & Treasure Markets Squatters Rest Private Museum 23 Collette Street, Tucabia

Carol Atkinson m: 0428 543 055

3rd Saturday of the month 8am - 12noon

Grafton Showground Markets Cnr Prince & Dobie Streets, Grafton

Sue Patricks p: (02) 6642 2240

3rd Sunday of the month 8am - 1pm

Ashby Community Market Ashby Community Centre Lismore Street, Ashby

Jill Lee p: (02) 6645 2512

4th Saturday of the month 8am - 12noon

Grafton District Services Club Markets Corner Fry Street & Mary Streets Grafton

Rebecca Hay p: (02) 6640 3216

4th Sunday of the month 8am - 1pm

Yamba River Market Ford Park River Street, Yamba

Gary Brisbane m: 0422 420 159

WEEKLY & MONTHLY MARKETS

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David Miller - Spirits of Ulagundahi 2013Winner – 2013 Clarence Valley Indigenous Art Award (CVIAA)

Grafton Regional Gallery Collection

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