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Media Release: Two for the price of one at Maroondah Art Gallery

Published by Alex Makin on Wednesday 3rd of September, 2008

Experience the creativity and talent of two Maroondah based artists, Chris Delpratt and Gwynedd Davies as Maroondah Art Gallery hosts two exhibitions, Five Seasons and Liminal Skins until Saturday 18 October.

Councillor Alex Makin said it was very exciting to be presenting not just one, but two local artists who bring together different artistic elements.

“Chris Delpratt will be presenting Five Seasons in the Muriel McGivern gallery, featuring oil paintings of areas throughout the Wandin East region of Victoria,” said Cr Makin.

“Chris has devised a unique way of painting using pure linseed oil,” said Cr Makin.

“Whilst Gwynedd Davies will be presenting Liminal Skins in the JA Turner gallery, showcasing abstract works on paper derived from her observations of nature,” said Cr Makin.

“Both artists have tertiary qualifications in fine art, partnered with years of experience working in a range of mediums,” said Cr Makin.

“I encourage the community not to miss out on the opportunity to experience two fantastic exhibitions at the one gallery,” said Cr Makin.

Five Seasons and Liminal Skins will be on exhibition at Maroondah Art Gallery until Saturday 18 October.

Maroondah Art Gallery is located at Maroondah Federation Estate, 32 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood. Opening hours are Tuesday to Friday, from 10am to 4pm and Saturday from 12pm to 4pm. For further details telephone 9298 4542.

2008 Maroondah Photographic Competition Awards

Published by Alex Makin on Thursday 10th of July, 2008

The Maroondah Photographic Competition is an annual event hosted at the Maroondah Art Gallery at Federation Estate in Ringwood. The competition allows entrants to submit up to three photographs in either the Open, Intermediate or Junior categories.

This year’s photographs included an array of Maroondah locations, including the finished construction of Eastlink, the serene scenes of Ringwood Lake and the Ringwood Clocktower glistening in the sun. A number of streetscapes were also included showing the differing urban characters that exist within the municipality.

There was a wide array of photographs, including images of sites within Maroondah, current events, such as the construction of EastLink and family photographs. I would like to congratulate all entrants in this year’s competition, as well as the winners within each of the categories.

I would like to offer my congratulations to all submitters for the breadth of creativity and photographic skills that were on display and also to the entrants who were recognised within each category.

The Maroondah’s Photographic Competition is an annual event and is free to all residents, employees and visitors of Maroondah.

MS Support Group Exhibition

Published by Alex Makin on Monday 8th of October, 2007

The morning the MS Support Group launched its art exhibition at Maroondah Federation Estate. The exhibition featured prints and paintings from its members and provided an opportunity to showcase the support provided by MS Support Groups.

Like the exhibition organised by the Croydon Stroke Support Group, this exhibition received grant funding from Maroondah City Council and provided an opportunity to demonstrate the breadth of talent that exists within these support groups.

Support groups, such as these provide friendship, support and an opportunity to strengthen participation within our society, it is critical that as a council we support these groups to prevent the onset of social isolation.

Delegates’ report: volunteerism and community engagement

Published by Alex Makin on Monday 17th of September, 2007

The previous month marked a number of events that I would like to share with my colleagues and the gallery this evening.

On the 4th of September I had the pleasure of opening Brush Strokes, an art exhibition featuring works created by members of the Croydon Stroke Support Group and I would also like to thank Cr. Taylor for her attendance that morning. The exhibition, which is on show at the foyer of Maroondah Federation Estate, celebrates the support offered to members of the Croydon Stroke Suppport Group with the aim of restoring confidence and skills.

The Brush Strokes exhibition was a recipient of Maroondah’s Cultural Grants and it was great to be able to see the project, which looked good on paper, at its completion. I must offer my thanks to the organisers of the exhibition and the based council team at Federation Estate.

While art may come naturally to some people, many of the artists featured in the exhibition have had to re-learn their artistic skills and the fact that these artists have been able to re-develop their talents is a testament to the supporting nature of the Croydon Stroke Support Group.

In addition, there was also a number of collaborative pieces which allowed all members of the group to contribute, using a number of unique instruments, such as chopsticks, cups and eye droppers. These collaborative pieces served to represent the experiences of the members and the support and friendship gained from others.

After the opening, I spoke to a number of the artists who had their works on display and each of them discussed how the project helped them rebuild their confidence and assist in re-engaging with the community.

Brush Strokes will be on display in the foyer of the Maroondah Art Gallery at Federation Estate until the 30th of September. I would strongly recommend that people visit the exhibition so that they can see first hand the professionalism and diversity of the artworks in display.

On the 6th of September I, along with Cr Taylor, attended the Annual General Meeting of the Eastern Volunteers Resource Centre. The EVRC is a not for profit organisation, which provides volunteer assistance and community transport for people living in the Cities of Maroondah and Whitehorse and the Shire of Yarra Ranges. We are fortunate to have the main offices of the EVRC located in Maroondah and to have an organisation that actively promotes and encourages volunteerism. I would like to congratulate the office bearers for the upcoming year and for the new model rules that the organisation has adopted. These new rules which provide additional governance for the EVRC and separate its elected committee of management from its operational staff, will provide a focus for the organisation into the future.

I would like to table the Annual Report of the Eastern Volunteers Resource Centre and trust the organisation will continue to further its successes in coming years.

Media Release: Brush strokes - artworks by stroke survivors

Published by Alex Makin on Wednesday 5th of September, 2007

The latest exhibition in the Foyer of the Maroondah Art Gallery proves that there really is life after having a stroke - just a different one to what was had before.

Councillor Alex Makin opened the exhibition Brush Strokes - artworks by stroke survivors last week amidst an array of brightly coloured canvases, pottery and other handcrafts.

“The array of works on exhibition are the creation of members of the Croydon Stroke Support Group - a self-help group of volunteers who are either stroke survivors or their carers,” said Cr Makin.

The Group has been operating for over sixteen years and was instigated by Gillian Simons, a stroke survivor, who saw the need for a support group to assist stroke survivors come to terms with the devastating effects of stroke on themselves and families.

“Three years ago painting was introduced as an activity to the group with truly amazing results - and not just in the artwork!” said Cr Makin.

“Last year the group received funding from Council through the Cultural Development Grants to assist with the preparation and setting up of this exhibition,” said Cr Makin.

“Some of the collaborative pieces had up to forty people contributing to the overall work, creating a very unique piece of art,” said Cr Makin.

The groups motto: And it only takes one stroke (of a pen) to turn a negative (-) into a positive (+).

Brush Strokes - artworks by stroke survivors will be on show in the Foyer of the Maroondah Art Gallery until Saturday 29 September.

Maroondah Art Gallery is located at Maroondah Federation Estate, 32 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood.

Opening hours are Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 4pm and Saturday 12pm to 4pm. For further information telephone the Maroondah Art Gallery Curator on 9298 4542.