Archive for August, 2012
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Designing the Dream
By Elle Hayter There is a lure about Byron Bay, a sunshine that reflects on the lush green hills as you approach, a crystal that winks on the perfect sets curling in at The Pass. The peaceful, natural beauty seduced many a hippie surfie in the early seventies into making the Bay their home and they developed a culture that epitomized freedom. The ‘spirit’ of Byron Bay became a magnet for like-minded carefree creatives and as they came, so to, the bohemian flavor evolved. The sense of beauty and place that is Byron Bay has […]
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The Analogue Creative Digital Conference
The Analogue Digital Creative Conference is a guiding light for all students studying the creative industries within regional Australia. Featuring inspiration from artists, directors and founders from the worlds most sought after companies, including Brendan McKnight, editor of desktop magazine and Numskull, (pictured) an Aussie based artist, working in painting, sculpture, illustration and outdoor murals. Showcasing eight presenters, three panels, an events dinner and an events after party. Book now for the Analogue Digital Creative Conference to be held on the Gold Coast on 12th October 2012. Website: Analogue Creative Digital Conference
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Creative Hotspot – Sheoak Shack Gallery Cafe
Soak in the laid back ambience, listen to soulful music and enjoy delicious food on the banks of the Tweed River at Fingal Head. The Sheoak Shack Gallery Cafe is a place that oozes creativity, from it’s eclectic style of decor, the fabulous musicians who stop on their way along the east coast and the gallery which offers a space for established and emerging local art talent to showcase their work. Gallery Open Wed to Fri-11am – 5pm, Sat 11am – 6pm , Sun 9.30am – 6pm. Ph 07 55 231130 Website: The Sheoak Shack […]
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Creative Hotspots – Babalou
A different experience every time, Main Room, Balcony and private Bathing Box Booths, Pacific Ocean views, unique pieces of vintage and contemporary designer furniture, industrial fans, polished original timber floorboards, shelves piled with vinyl records to be played, red velvet couches, produce-oriented dining excellence. Open Wed to Sun 7:30am to late. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Level 1, 102 Marine Parade, Kingscliff NSW (Above Kingscliff Beach Hotel) Babalou
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Bangarra Dance Theatre presents TERRAIN
Queensland Performing Arts Centre The timeless wonder and spiritual resonance of Lake Eyre Internationally acclaimed Bangarra Dance Theatre presents a fusion of contemporary dance and storytelling commissioned by artistic director Stephen Page. Described as a hymn to country, TERRAIN transports us to Lake Eyre the place of Australia’s inland sea: one of the few untouched natural waterways in the world. Bangarra explores the relationship of Indigenous people to country and how landscape becomes a second skin. Beyond the ancient vastness we travel through drought and deluge, we witness the ephemeral transformation of place where nature […]
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Still @ the Centre
Still @ the centre is a beautiful space dedicated to your art, creativity and inspiration. A place in which to bring your dreams, share the technical issues you encounter in making those come true so that, together, we can find the creative solutions to suit your art and your budget. Hand in hand with the centre becoming a creative space, came the need for…art supplies. We took our time, compared, studied and researched and now have a truly extensive range of the finest art materials from all over the world. We are also happy to […]
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Lismore Regional Gallery
Lismore Regional Gallery is the fifth oldest regional gallery in New South Wales supporting the Lismore City, Byron Bay, Bangalow, Nimbin, Lennox Head, Casino and Kyogle communities. Lismore Regional Gallery began in 1953 as a result of the formation of the Lismore Arts Trust. The Gallery’s program reflects the social, historical, creative and cultural aspects of the region. With a collection featuring significant Australian artists such as Margaret Olley, Lloyd Rees, Albert Namatjira, Thea Proctor, Lindy Lee and Kevin Connor and well-known artists from the Northern Rivers region such as Jan Davis, Bronwyn Bancroft, Angus […]
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Wilson Visual Arts Award and Exhibition
A vehicle to showcase the talent of local and national artists and to promote Lismore’s role as a leading arts destination. Established in 2012, The Wilson Visual Arts Award, under the auspices of Trinity Catholic College, is a vehicle to showcase the talent of local and national artists, to recognize top artists for their achievements in the field of visual arts, and to expand, promote, and document Lismore’s role as a leading arts destination. Open 10am – 6pm 23-25 August 2012 Opening night Friday 24th at 6.30pm tickets $30 bookings essential (02) 66276600 Trinity Catholic […]