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19 November to 6 December 2009
Acquaessence “Acquaessence” is a collaboration of three female artists. Although each artist works in different mediums, Ellen Howell in acrylic and monoprints/mixed media, Gunnel Watkins in Sculptor and Dee Jackson in Watercolour; there is a theme of water and fluidity. The sense of movement is strong in each piece. Each of the artists lives on or near the water, from the beautiful Hawkesbury to Throsby Creek in Newcastle; and it’s this daily interaction that has inspired “Acquaessence”. Ellen Howell is only just finding her stride, having explored life drawing, pastels and computer enhanced mixed media. “I’ve discovered acrylic washes in a big way. I love that I am able to build a painting so that it has a history. There is an overall view and stories within that, much the same way it is in nature. My monoprints surprise me. I start with an idea and what I end up with is stronger than I could have imagined.” Ellen has exhibited in Tamworth, the Southern Highlands and in the Hunter. Gunnel Watkins states “As an artists, my aim is to explore ideas created from a still mind. I often liken sculpting to mediation. Living on the Hawkesbury River assists me with this process. I believe that when the mind is still, we are able to tap into something beyond the identity, everyday thoughts and feelings. If I become excited or inspired by a shape, a line or a new distinction with a quiet mind, I know that I have found an idea I wish to explore. “ Gunnel Watkins exhibits with the Sculptors Society and Hornsby Art Gallery. Dee Jackson has studied Sculpture, Oil Painting and Life Drawing - but her great love is Watercolour. "I love the human form. It is my inspiration - perhaps, even, my Muse. My paintings in this Acquaessence Exhibition embody the fluidity and spontaneity that is Watercolour. I have tried to capture light and colour as well as the essence and softness of the human form. Colour, shapes and shadows – these are what attract and Watercolour allows the artist great freedom." OPENING Friday 20 November 2009 from 6pm >>CLICK HERE to download an Invitation
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19 November to 6 December 2009
Ceramic works by Grant Keene This set of works comes from an interest in how ceramic forms can distort in the process and firing, and this has led to a play with ceramic shapes including standing pieces and platters. The work is in contrast to the regularity and balance of forms which is the usual goal when using the potters’ wheel. The pieces which have resulted are the outcome of allowing the clay to take its own way in the process of making the work, rather than maintaining a close control throughout the process. OPENING Friday 20 November 2009 from 6pm >>CLICK HERE to download an Invitation
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