Image: Miik Green/Brad Ladyman, ‘untitled’ aluminium, auto paint, 950 x 800 x 850cm, 2012. Photos: Julian Masters

Kyle Hughes-Odgers work focuses on his interest in folklore, narrative, repetitive visual sequences and urban decay. He will be talking about his studio and street work, focusing on some of his most recent projects.

Image:Lilt of the Firetail (detail), acrylic and silkscreen on canvas, [...]]]>

Image:Lilt of the Firetail (detail), acrylic and silkscreen on canvas, 70 x 100 cm, 2012

Clare will be talking on her practice – For over a decade now her work has been inspired by patterns and their use as metaphors for a romanticised past, as well as referencing the histories of scientific inquiry through the inclusion of detailed Australian flora and fauna.  Most of her paintings have been created in painstaking detail, every feather, petal and butterfly wing captured in an extraordinary likeness. However, McFarlane’s work over the past three years reflects some of the changes in her life and has been influenced by the use of spray paint and stenciling – her work has become looser, betraying a freer approach to painting.

Studio night is held monthly (Thursday 9pm+) at 64 Crawford Rd Maylands (rear). Guest speakers are invited to speak on a subject of their choice – please feel free to bring friends. BYO drinks please

2012 calendar …

Image:  ’In Memorium’, found object and found text, Louise Morrison, 2011.

Louise Morrison transforms found objects and materials to reflect her personal responses to stories or sites. As well as discussing some of her works, Louise will present the single object that caused great befuddlement regarding aesthetics – the primary source of [...]]]>  

Image:  ’In Memorium’, found object and found text, Louise Morrison, 2011.

Louise Morrison transforms found objects and materials to reflect her personal responses to stories or sites. As well as discussing some of her works, Louise will present the single object that caused great befuddlement regarding aesthetics – the primary source of text in her work – plus expanding upon a recent realisation that you can’t make someone else’s work.

Image: Three Tables; i. Original Sin, ii. A life that we could live, iii. World Music, Mixed media. Andrew Varano, 2011

Andrew Varano will be talking about his studio practice leading up to his solo exhibition, ‘World Music,’ at the Fremantle Arts Centre opeining in July 2012.

Leigh Robb will be discussing the development of a pair of exhibitions taking place this year – Octopus 12 at Gertrude Contemporary in July-August, and its re-enactment and adaptation for PICA in November-December. Building on her long running interests in strategies of doubling in artistic and curatorial practice, Leigh will [...]]]>

Leigh Robb will be discussing the development of a pair of exhibitions taking place this year – Octopus 12 at Gertrude Contemporary in July-August, and its re-enactment and adaptation for PICA in November-December. Building on her long running interests in strategies of doubling in artistic and curatorial practice, Leigh will be sharing her working notes on the artists in the show and the related curatorial research for this in-process project.

Lance will be talking on his latest solo show at the John Curtin Gallery.

In modern-day society, our lives tend to revolve around interactions with the digital; we often overlook the objects within our everyday that make modern existence possible (such as the plumbing in a building). These objects show ingenuity – a triumph of humankind over nature that allows us to have more freedom. Ward will be sharing how he uses photography to create images that frame overlooked objects (and their surroundings), in the world around us.

Work in progress – ‘Uvula #1′ Mixed media, 2012.

The Conservatorium  was curated by Anna Dunnill and Renae Coles, and the first exhibition to take place in Perth’s newest ARI, Paper Mountain. The Conservatorium was part of FRINGE WORLD Festival, Perth 2012.

The Conservatorium
Opening Night >> Friday Jan 27, [...]]]>

Work in progress – ‘Uvula #1′ Mixed media, 2012.

The Conservatorium  was curated by Anna Dunnill and Renae Coles, and the first exhibition to take place in Perth’s newest ARI, Paper Mountain. The Conservatorium was part of FRINGE WORLD Festival, Perth 2012.

The Conservatorium
Opening Night >> Friday Jan 27, 6pm
Exhibition Dates >> Saturday 28 Jan – Sunday 5 Feb
Opening Hours >> 11am – 5pm daily
Paper Mountain >> First Floor, 267A William St, Northbridge WA

New works with Chris Malajczuk. Photos: Julian Masters