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September 2011

IN THIS ISSUE

• School Holiday Workshops
• Art Classes for Adults
• One Day Workshops for Adults
• Corporate Art Parties
• Greek Spirit by Nick Bonovas
• Artist News and Events
• Sydney Theatre Company Competition and Special Offer

Dear Subscriber

Just down the street from Art Est., a bright and colourful mosaic (pictured left) has enlivened the tunnel through to Hawthorn Canal. Previously a graffitti hotspot the mural is a great example of how the community can band together to turn a negative space into something wonderful. Be sure to stroll down the hill next time you are at Art Est. to see for yourself and click here to find out more.

Lots of local community events are on this month and we are proud to support the Leichhardt Public School Annual Spring Fete on 18 September as well as the Summer Hill Public School Art Show on 16 September.

Some of our younger artists have works exhibited at the Sydney Fringe Festival  Youth Art Exhibition in Marrickville. It's a 'multidiscipline cultural showcase that offers our audience the thrill of discovery and the opportunity to experience independent new works which are tangible and authentic.' Pick up a program in our Art Est. Gallery when next you visit.

There's also a lot happening at Art Est. with a new exhibition coming up,  the Spring school holidays and our term 4 programs to keep you active in art. Read on to find out more.

And a Happy Father's Day this weekend to all the Art Est. Dads (including mine, also known as Art Est.'s Mr Fixit!). Why not buy Dad a voucher for an art workshop such as Drawing with Pastels on 24 September. It's not too late, and we can email the voucher  in time for Fathers' Day.

Regards

Jennifer McNamara, Director

Kids Spring School Holiday Program now launched!

September school holidays are fast approaching so enrol now to make sure your kids don't miss out.

Returning this Spring is our extremely popular Cartooning Day Camp with Todd Fuller for 8-12 year olds.  Book early for this course as it is bound to fill quickly. 

We are very excited to introduce some new courses this spring including a 2 day Animation Camp (for over 9s) also with Todd Fuller. Plus for those wanting to spruce up their wardrobe this spring, why not try one of the Creative Jewellery workshops.

There are classes also in Crazy Picasso Paintings, Collage Bonanza, Wonderful Watercolours, Sea Creatures, Fun with Photography, Drawing Faces in Charcoal and Pencil and much more!

Visit out website to view the school holiday timetable.

Also enrolling now for Term 4 after school and Saturday art.

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Our new program of short courses during term 4 is now open for enrolments. Your favourite courses in Foundations of Art, Life Drawing, Watercolours and more continue, with new offerings in jewellery and designer paintings added to the mix.

Here's a sample of evening classes:

Foundations of Art II-III | Painting with Gabrielle Jones | Monday evenings, also Saturday mornings

Foundations of Art I | Drawing & Painting | Lisa Woolfe | Monday evenings - NEW

Drawing, Painting and Mixed Media with Paul McCarthy |  Monday evenings also Tuesday mornings

Foundations of Art II | Painting | Susan Baird | Tuesday evenings

Art Jewellery | Chloe Waddell |  Tuesday evening, also Thursday mornings - NEW

Drawing | Paul McCarthy |  Tuesday evening - NEW

Some of our Daytime classes include:

Exploring Landscape Painting | Susan Baird | Friday mornings - NEW

Layers of Art | Mignon Parker | Thursday mornings

Discovering Printmaking | Ben Rak | Saturday afternoon

Watercolours | Susie Murphie | Wednesday morning also Saturday afternoon

Foundations of Art - Drawing and Painting | Mie Mawson | Tuesday mornings - NEW

...as well as Portrait Painting, Life Drawing, Finding your Way in Oils or Acrylics, Drawing for Beginners and more. Visit the website for the full daytime program

Image at right Evening Hill End (detail), oil on linen, by Susan Baird

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Push the boundaries and try something new, or enjoy a day learning new skills and techniques from your favourite artist in our warehouse studio.

We have an amazing variety of weekend workshops on offer this Spring including:

Masters and Apprentices | Exploring Your Voice with Gabrielle Jones, Sunday 11 September

Photography Masterclass with Leyla Steven, Sunday 11 September

Travel Sketching and Watercolours with Susie Murphie, Sunday 18 September

Drawing with Pastels with Paul McCarthy, Saturday 24 September

Painting, Drawing and Collage with Orche Lawson, Saturday 8 October

Bold Impressions | Acrylic Painting with Paul McCarthy, Saturday 8 October

Discovering Watercolours with Susie Murphie, Saturday 8 october

Landscape Masterclass (Oils or Acrylics) with Gabrielle Jones, Sunday 30 October

Fun with Rust and Patina in Colour with Mignon Parker, Sunday 13 November

Visit the website for more details on Weekend Workshops

Image right Uncertain Truth by Gabrielle Jones.

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Plan Your Corporate Christmas ART Party

Why not try something fun, artistic and different for your end of year work celebration this year? At Art Est. we design unique corporate art experiences that  are designed to facilitate team work, creative thinking, and a hands-on art activity for everyone. Doesn't matter if you can't draw, we'll ensure you discover your inner Picasso!

Packages include catering and your choice of art workshop such as painting or sculpture. Visit our website for more information.

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Art Est. Gallery will open a new exhibition on Thursday 15 September from 6-8pm entitled Greek Spirit by artist Nick Bonovas - Nikos Art.

 Works include oil paintings, watercolours, acrylics and drawings inspired by his Greek heritage. Join us for drinks and appetizers to celebrate the art of Nick Bonovas. All works available for sale.

Exhibition continues until 26 September in the Art Est. Gallery.

Image at right Lesvos (detail) by Nick Bonovas.

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Todd Fuller has been shortlisted for Deakin University Small Sculpture Prize and the Situ Festival of Sculpture. Todd has also been appointed Curator of the 2011 Sculpture in the Vineyards.  

Margaret Carey and Sally Mowbray are in a group exhibition 31 Days The Road Less Travelled at Gallery Red Glebe, opening Friday 2 September from 6-8pm.

Susan Baird is a finalist in the Blake Prize with Soft Approach, Sacred Heart Church, Hill End 2011 painted en plein air during her residency at Haefligers Cottage in April 2011.

Gabrielle Jones is looking forward to her Bali Art Retreats and there are places still available if you want to do art workshops while holidaying. Gabrielle is also exhibiting works at the Foveaux restaurant in Surry Hills until 31 October.

Photography tutor Leyla Steven is in a group show Body Language at Brenda May Gallery. Opens Wednesday 28 September, 6-8pm.

Artwork at right by Sally Mowbray.

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Are you a fan of Art Est. on Facebook yet?

Sign up to the Art Est. Facebook page and you will go in the draw to win a double pass to Sydney Theatre Company's production - Loot on Monday 12 September at 8pm.

All you need to do is 'Like' the Art Est. Facebook page, write a comment on the Art Est. wall and share with you friends and you will go in the draw to win this great prize.

Sydney Theatre Company presents LOOT by Joe Orton
Wild and anarchic, Joe Orton’s hilarious black farce of bumbling crooks and an unscrupulous detective embodies the subversive spirit of swinging sixties London. The season runs 12 September – 23 October,  Drama Theatre at Sydney Opera House
www.sydneytheatre.com.au/loot

Special LOOT Preview Offer for Art Est. Subscribers
$50 tickets ($15 off) for evening (8pm)  preview performances between 12-15 September.  To book tickets call the STC box office on (02) 9250 1777 and quote the ‘Loot Preview offer' or book online with the promo code PREVIEW. Transaction fees will apply.

CLICK BELOW TO ENTER THE LOOT COMPETITION

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