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MOSMAN ART GALLERY CNR ART GALLERY WAY & MYAHGAH RD MOSMAN NSW 2088. T.(02)9978 4178 WEB: www.mosman.nsw.gov.au E-MAIL: [email protected]

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Mosman Art Gallery 10 years on ...


MOSMAN ART GALLERY NEWSLETTER - SUMMER 08/09Mosman Art Gallery is a cultural service provided by Mosman Council

It’s now ten years since the Mosman Art Gallery & Community Centre opened its doors. This significant occasion was held on December 11, 1998 in the presence of the then Governor General, Sir William Dean and a very large gathering of local identities, artists, residents and special guests.

Looking back over the exhibition schedule since then it’s been an exciting ride for all those closely involved in the Gallery. Life has rarely been dull, as the search for new and interesting exhibitions, public programs and special events has always stretched the imagination and creative capacities of staff and volunteers.

Allan Gamble at the official opening

work of Norman Hetherington; Mr Squiggle: Who’s Pulling the Stings, attracted record media attention and crowds. To compliment the exhibition there were a series of colourful and varied events including puppet shows and workshops for all ages.

The increased participation by the majority of local primary students in the art workshops conducted by staff and volunteer guides is testimony to the important educational role that the Gallery maintains for the local school community. Over 2000 students from five primary schools have enjoyed workshops including sculpture, collage, painting and printmaking in this year alone.

The Grand Hall in the Gallery & Community Centre has witnessed many outstanding cultural events including concerts, book launches and displays. Some of the famous authors who have appeared there include; Robert Hughes, Michael Palin, Geraldine Brooks, Bill Bryson, David Suzuki, Margaret Atwood and Isabelle Allende.

A high profile concert program has also been an important feature of the performances in the Grand Hall. Local and internationally acclaimed flautist, Jane Rutter has performed in concert with renowned pianist Simon Tedeschi and singer Peter Cousins. Orchestral performances include those by artists from the Sydney

Symphony and the Brandenberg Orchestra, not to mention the regular program presented by the Mosman Orchestra.

Major fund raising events for the Gallery have been some of the most memorable and successful occasions. These include: a Fashion Parade, Art Markets, a large Art and Antique Fair and four hugely successful Book Fairs, all run the volunteers.

What this brief list clearly demonstrates is that Mosman has a rich cultural life and heritage which has been the foundation of many outstanding exhibitions and events. More than anything else, the Gallery has brought this life and heritage out into the open for everyone to see, appreciate and celebrate.

Underpinning everything that the Gallery has done over the past ten years is the tireless support provided by dedicated volunteers, gallery guides and the Friends of the Mosman Art Gallery. Without this army of enthusiastic and generous people, the Gallery would not be able to achieve its cultural goals. Due also to the vision and support of the Mosman Council the Gallery has been able to develop its program of events and exhibitions and continue to attract audiences from the local and wider community.

On behalf of Mosman Council and Gallery staff, I wish all our friends and volunteers a safe and happy Christmas and peaceful and prosperous New Year. I would also like to thank and congratulate all those who have contributed so much to the first decade of the Mosman Art Gallery.

Tony Geddes

Director, Mosman Art Gallery

Starting from the beginning, the list of highlights is considerable and too many to detail here. However, some of them are; the exhibition of the Mosman Art Prize in a Gallery for the first time in its history in 1999 and the celebration of the Prize’s 60th Anniversary in 2007. In 2001, the gallery presented Allan Gamble, a Retrospective: Artist, Architect and Advocate celebrating the work of a former Mosman Councillor and founder of the Mosman Art Prize. Margaret Preston in Mosman in 2002 was a very significant exhibition, as was Presence and Landscape: Guy Warren in Retrospect in 2003. These exhibitions set the high standard to which the Gallery constantly aspires. During the first Mosman Festival in 2005, the exhibition featuring the

Dr John Yu and artist Margaret Olley at the official opening of Mosman Art Gallery and

Community Centre



THANKYOU TO OUR GENEROUS DONORS

Ruth Faerber, Aussie Battler - Portrait of Aileen Rogers, 1990

Salvatore Zofrea, Wax flowers and flowering gums

on the beaches and harbour around Mosman.

Salvatore Zofrea has donated four woodcut prints from his recent exhibition at the Mosman Art Gallery, called Days of Summer. These outstanding prints explore the theme of the Australian bush and are similar in style to his large composite work now hanging in the foyer of the Civic Centre.

Finally, local resident and art collector, Grant McCorquodale has donated a large painting by Aboriginal artist Mick Namarari, titled Mouse Dreaming. This significant work was painted shortly before the artist died in 1998. Mick Namarari was one of the founding members of the

Ken Done has donated four of his paintings also spanning different periods of his career, including an early work, titled Landscape with fish created in 1981. Like most of Ken Done’s work, these paintings celebrate the joy of life and focus

Over the past 10 years the Gallery has received many donations of artworks from artists and collectors for the Mosman Art Collection. In recent months the Gallery has been the beneficiary of four generous donations under the Cultural Gifts Program, which provides tax incentives to donors. The donations were made by Ruth Faerber, Ken Done, Salvatore Zofrea and Grant McCorquodale.

Local artist Ruth Faerber has donated 14 works in a variety of media including drawings, paintings, prints and bass reliefs. These works span her career from the 1960s to the late 1990s and demonstrate Ruth’s considerable talents and achievements, and versatility.

Ruth Faerber Ken DoneSalvatore Zofrea

Ruth Faerber, Train passing overhead, 1962

Ken Done, Balmoral II, 1993

Ken Done, Balmoral I, 1993

Papunya Tula painting movement established in 1971, and was the subject of a film by Geoffrey Bardon.

Together, these paintings, prints and drawings will make a substantial contribution to the Mosman Art Collection and especially, the education programs provided by the staff and volunteers.


Nancy lived in Mosman from 1961 – 2006 and continued painting until her death at the age of 92.

Julie Harris Retrospective charts the progress of Julie Harris from a creator of pop art imagery and colourful screen prints in the1970s to her highly evocative, bush-inspired abstract paintings of recent years. Now a resident of Kurrajong in the Blue Mountains, Julie was born and raised in Mosman and won the Mosman Bi-Centenary Art Competition when she was a student at Queenwood Girls School. Last year she won the prestigious Adelaide Perry Drawing Prize of $15,000.

From 14 March to the 3rd of May there will be two very special exhibitions by women artists who have lived in Mosman and whose work spans several generations. With a career lasting 65 years as an artist and writer, including 9 years as an art critic, Nancy Borlase made a significant contribution to Australian art.

From Balmain to Mosman : Nancy Borlase in Retrospect highlights developments in her art practice from the figurative images of her early career to abstraction in the 1960s to 80s and back to the figure again in the last decades of her life.

EXHIBITION PREVIEW FOR 2009

Julie Harris, Damson Delta, 2006


come together from a diverse range of backgrounds, including commercial art and advertising, education and commerce. Over the years, there have been members of the Institute responsible for portraits on banknotes, stamp designs, television advertising and iconic images like the original ‘Chesty Bond’ man and the designs for the Sydney Opera House Curtains.

6 December – 25 January

The Mosman Art Gallery is pleased to see in the new year with the welcome return of the members of The Australian Watercolour Institute for their 85th Annual Exhibition from December 6 to January 25, 2009 when over 100 watercolours will be showcased over both levels of the Gallery.

In its 85 year history members have

CURRENT EXHIBITIONS

Artists, Guy Troughton, Brian Stratton OAM, Dr Guy Warren OAM Josefia Lemon and David van Nunen are just a few of the distinguished artists in the current 85th annual exhibition. As part of the exhibition, Institute members will offer a series of demonstrations, talks and workshops that focus on watercolour.

See Public Programs for associated events.

AUSTRALIAN WATERCOLOUR INSTITUTE: 85th Anniversary Exhibition

Guy Troughton, Corner Bedroom Graham Austin, Sand Strip

From Balmain to Mosman: Nancy Borlase in RetrospectJulie Harris: Survey 1975 - 200614 March - 3 May

Nancy Borlase, The Bath, 1943



a well known art school in Sydney where he taught many distinguished Australian artists, including Grace Cossington Smith and Roland Wakelin.

We have had an energetic Friends Action Team this year. Special thanks to Robin Blunt, Marjorie Day, Ruth McGeechan, Sarene Sietsma, Jenny Storry, Jill Swart for all their hard work planning, organising and assisting with numerous Friends events and activities.

We look forward to a packed program for the Friends in 2009 with excursions to various Galleries and a special private art collection viewing.

Look out for more information in the New Year.

Suzanne Davey

PUBLIC PROGRAMS OFFICER

The Friends have marked the Gallery’s 10th birthday by organising a celebratory party and presenting to the Gallery a painting by Anthony Dattilo Rubbo. Rubbo lived in Mosman for almost 30 years. He ran

NEWS AND EVENTS

2008 has been a full and exciting year for the Friends of the Mosman Art Gallery. It started at the home of Jenny Manton, our warm and welcoming host, as we enjoyed her outstanding private art collection. We have had some lovely excursions to Patonga, (the most perfect weather), explored the Lewers Bequest gardens and gallery in the heat of Western Sydney but were not so fortunate with the weather for Sculpture by the Sea. Thank you to those hardy people who braved the cool rain and wind with bright smiles.

Our annual Gallery fundraiser, viewing the epic movie Australia was enthusiastically supported by our Friends. We were overwhelmed with their generosity and raised nearly $3,000 towards the purchase of art objects for children to handle and examine up close.

FRIENDS OF THE MOSMAN ART GALLERY

Seasons Greetings and a Happy New YearTHANK YOU TO THE FRIENDS OF THE GALLERY FOR YOUR SUPPORT THROUGHOUT 2008

FROM THE STAFF OF THE MOSMAN ART GALLERY

Anthony Dattilo Rubbo, Approach to Spit Bridge, 1955

Friends braving the weather at Sculpture by the Sea



PUBLIC PROGRAMS

Meet the artists 2pm, Sunday 11 JanuaryAWI President and esteemed artist Brian Stratton OAM along with

Australian Watercolour Institute 85th Anniversary Exhibition6 December - 25 January 2009

WORKSHOPS

AWI member Malcolm Carver, will present an overview of their varied art practice. Free. Afternoon tea included. Bookings 9978 4178.

Senior Art Lovers Morning Tea11am, Tuesday 13 January Highlights of the exhibition and watercolour demonstration presented by Mosman Art Gallery Guides. Free. Bookings essential on 9978 4178.

On location: a two day landscape watercolour workshop10am - 2pm, Tuesday 13 & Wednesday 14 January

Spend 1 or 2 days in the shade of the trees at Balmoral Park and work with experienced landscape watercolour artist and teacher Josefia Lemon to improve your painting skills. Participants are to provide their own art materials, seating and easels. Josefia welcomes painters with all levels of experience. Cost: $50.00 per day. Bookings essential on 9978 4178.

In the studio: landscape painting workshop 1 - 5pm, Saturday 17 January

This half day workshop aims to simplify some of the fundamental techniques of painting with

watercolours. Individual guidance and demonstrations will be given by Josefia Lemon during the workshop. Beginners welcome. All materials to be provided by participants. Cost: $50. Bookings essential on 9978 4178.

CHILDRENS SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMS

ART ATTACKMASKED10.30am-12.30pmWednesday 14 JanuaryCreate a 3D character mask.

ART ATTACKSPLASH!10.30am-12.30pmWednesday 15 JanuarySee the amazing effects you can get with water and paint with special guest artist Josefea Lemon.

ART ATTACKMINI MASTERPIECES10.30am-12.30pmWednesday 14 January Have fun with paint and create your own canvas painting. ART ATTACK All MIXED UP! 10.30am-12.30pmWednesday 22 January Explore all kinds of materials and special effects to create an imaginative mixed media artwork.

Creative school holiday workshops at Mosman Art Galleryfor children aged 5 - 12 years.

Cost $10 per child.Bookings essential on 9978 4178.

Brian Stratton OAM, York Peninsular

Josefia Lemon teaching students Landscape painting at Balmoral



ARTISTS OF MOSMAN: 2088An annual exhibition celebrating the creative practice of artists who live in Mosman Postcode 2088 and Friends of the Mosman Art Gallery.

CALL FOR ENTRIESIf you live in the Mosman area or are a Friend of the Gallery and live elsewhere, you are invited to submit your paintings, drawings, sculpture, textiles, photographs or prints for next years exhibition. Registration day is Friday 30 January between 10am and 6pm.

For more information and an Exhibition Registration Form contact the Mosman Art Gallery on 9978 4178.

ACTIVITIES

Bumpity Bump Music for children 5 mths to 4 years. Enquiries: 9719 2416

Mosman Art Society www.mosmanartsociety.org.au PO Box 343, Spit Junction NSW 2088

Mosman Embroiderers Guild Meets 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month. Enquiries: 9977 7806

Mosman Night Owl Quilters Meets 4th Tuesday of the month. Enquiries: 9909 8203 or [email protected]

Mosman Public Speaking Club meetings 7pm - 8pm, 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month. Visitors welcome. Enquiries: 9374 2330

NSW Pranic Healing Centre Enquiries: (02) 4284 6160 [email protected]

P4Pilates - Pilates Mat Classes 9.30am - 10.30am, Tuesdays Enquiries: 0424 222 777

Rhythm Factory Preschool dance, music & movement. Enquiries: 9743 1605

Tiny Sign North Shore Baby signing class. www.tinysign.org Enquiries: 0403 704 691

Tae Kwon Doe - Mr Suh 6.30pm Thursdays, Saturdays 3pm. Beginners welcome. Contact Mr Suh on 9981 7788

123 Sing with Me For children 6 mths - 4 years. Enquiries: 0404 085 475 www.123singwithme.com.au

Traditional Qi New course beginning Thursday 5 February 2009. Thursday evenings & Saturday mornings. Contact: Angela Zhu 9909 2424 or www.traditionalqi.com.au for further details.

UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS

ARTISTS OF MOSMAN: 20887 February - 8 March 2009

Registration: Friday 30 January between 10am & 6pm

Enquiries: 9978 4178

JULIE HARRIS: SURVEY 1975 - 200614 March - 3 May

FROM BALMAIN TO MOSMAN: NANCY BORLASE IN RETROSPECT

14 March - 3 May

2009 MOSMAN YOUTH ART PRIZE16 May - 7 June

CAUGHT: Photographs of life at the Sydney Fish Market

13 June - 26 July

FRAGILE TREASURES: 60 Years of Ceramic Collecting

13 June - 26 July



Mosman Village Art & Craft Evening Christmas Market 4.30pm - 9.30pm Thursday 18 December Quality Art & Craft stalls with gour-met food, live music and Christmas carols. At Spit Junction, on the Village Green and adjacent to the Mosman Civic Centre. Enquiries: (02) 9978 4178

Mosman Village Art & Craft Market 8am - 3pm Saturdays 7 February & 7 March At Spit Junction, on the Village Green and adjacent to the Mosman Civic Centre. Enquiries: (02) 9978 4178

COMING UPELEN RAPOPORT Piano Concert and Art Exhibition 6.30pm, Sunday 14 December Information flyer next column

MAUBARA (East Timor) Fundraising Concert 8pm, Sunday 8 March 8 Loosely Woven, a group of 26 instrumentalists and singers will present a light-hearted acoustic concert of folk music to raise funds for Mosman’s sister city Maubara, Timor-Leste. The program will have an environmental theme and will feature the glorious voice and music of Sonia Bennett together with the words of Denis Kevans.

For more information about the concert, visit the Loosely Woven web site at: looselywoven.org or call Wayne on (02) 9939 8802

MOSMAN ORCHESTRA CONCERTS 8pm, Friday 20 March & 6.30pm Sunday 22 March Tickets at the door. www.mosmanorchestra.gov.au

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