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Art Life Art Life Bound to make an impact Specialist book maker Gwen Harrison has worked in collaboration with Sue Anderson in the production of finely bound, limited edition Artists Books for the past decade. Motivated by a shared respect for the integrity of each process involved in the making of an artist book, its means of traditional labour, its materiality, form and content, their works are respected and highly regarded. The pair will exhibit a collection of their prints and wall works at Eye Doctors Mona Vale (20 Bungan St) throughout spring, with viewing during business hours. Gwen and Sue were recently guest speakers at the ‘Codex Symposium for Artists Books’ in San Francisco as well as the ‘San Francisco Centre for the Book’. All but one of their book series have full page, original etchings or collagraphic prints, researched and written by the artists, with the text hand-set letterpress type. The books are large, with images as substantial as 55cm x 60-72 cm wide, gate-folded within the volumes. The stunning works are held by the Australian National The 50th Birthday celebrations of the Artists & Craftsmen of Pittwater continue this month with a three-day Spring Exhibition and Sale at Mona Vale Memorial Hall. Featured art from Thursday 28th to Saturday 30th (9am- 4pm each day) includes both contemporary and traditional styles in oils, acrylic, water colour, pastel and mixed media. Plus, multi award-winner Linda Joyce will have a collection of framed prints and art cards available for sale. In a new development, ACOP’s Kathy Dallamico says visitors will be invited to take part in both the People’s Choice Art and People’s Choice Craft Awards. “Voters will be eligible to go into a draw for a $200 Gift Voucher that can be redeemed on Art or Craft items at ACOP Exhibitions,” said Kathy. “These Art & Craft Awards have proved to be a big hit Library for their Special collections, the NSW State Library as well as the British Library, collectors from the US Codex Foundation in San Francisco and Boston, Stanford University, University of California Santa Barbara, Berkeley and others. Gwen and Sue’s work can also be viewed from September 7-9 at ‘Sydney Contemporary’ at Carriageworks in Sydney. – Nigel Wall with customers as they peruse the collections, sometimes surprising themselves by choosing a piece that they wouldn’t have normally thought would inspire them. “This is a great way to engage directly with the Artists and Crafters and have a better appreciation of the stories be- Pieces of Silver Plus – the peninsula’s longest-formed cooperative of jewellery makers – are celebrating their 30th year with an innovative exhibition this month. ‘The Shape of Things’, to be held over the weekend of September 16-17, will showcase the work of 12 members in their stunning studio setting at Ingleside. “A shape is determined by the outline or external boundary of an object,” explained Silver Plus member Susan Peacock. “With jewellery however, the curves and movement of the body, and the body language of the wearer themselves, also inform our perception of the piece.” She said members had chosen this time of year to stage their exhibition, to capitalise on their exquisite bush setting, which will be bursting with spring colour. “We hope people will enjoy ACOP offers two bites at People’s Choice awards hind the people and the pieces presented for sale.” She said hand-made goods continued to attract customers looking for unique style and craftsmanship in pieces for purchase. “The craft section includes Kim’s ever-popular hand-made jewellery pieces, including a limited number of stunning baroque pearl necklaces – and she can also help you put together a gorgeous personalised bracelet for your children.” Other collections to be showcased are patchwork, handembroidered baby gifts and towel sets, children’s summer dresses, silk scarves, screen printed tea towels and aprons, felt toys, hand painted cards, wooden burls, paper tole, quilling, hand knitted toys, enamels, cushions made from French and English fabrics, mosaics and glass terrariums. More information acop.com. au or facebook. – Lisa Offord 38 SEPTEMBER 2017 The Local Voice Since 1991
Silver take ‘Shape’ meeting the makers, viewing the unique jewellery pieces and breathing in the fresh air,” Susan said. The work on display will include a huge range of metal working techniques including Kuem Bu – fusing gold-leaf and silver (Susan Peacock); and Mokume – melding metals to create a water-like pattern (Heidi Francis). Other pieces are patterned using a rolling mill (Margot Ryan); decoratively pierced (Brenda Coleman), forged (Lesley Mountford, Hanne Kambro) or twisted (Christine Sadler). Unique chain designs from Bobbie Winger and Gail Jenner will feature, along with bracelets from Cilla Cross and Margaret Illy in sterling silver. Colour is introduced with semiprecious stones (Hanne Kambro, Brenda Coleman, Margot Ryan) and enamel (Irene Garran). The exhibition is open 10am-4pm on both days; all are invited to attend the launch on Saturday 16th (morning tea supplied). More information Silverplus. studio@gmail.com or phone 0405 561 718. Art Life The Local Voice Since 1991 SEPTEMBER 2017 39
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