Thursday, December 6, 2007

Items of interest from QCAN

QCAN Closing Sale


15 December, 10 am to 4 pm Stores Building, Brisbane Powerhouse Lamington
St, New Farm

Queensland Community Arts Network will be selling a wide range of library
items and office equipment in a one-day-only sale.

Come prepared for great prices AND to take purchases away that day.

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NETWORK TRAINING, WORKSHOPS & CONFERENCES


Creative Sparks Grants & Lord Mayor Fellowships Workshops


7 December, 7 to 9 pm. Chermside Library, 375 Hamilton Road, Hamilton. The
Creative Sparks Grants (an initiative of Brisbane City Council and Arts
Queensland) and Council's Lord Mayor Fellowships are open. Completed
applications are due by 11 Feb 2008. For information, contact: Sheryl
Anderson on 3403 4540 or sheryl.anderson@brisbane.qld.gov.au


Tasmanian Creative Arts Summer School


9 to 18 Jan. Enrolment deadline is 14 Dec.The Summer School will be held in
world-class facilities in Launceston and the workshops are to be taught by
outstanding tutors, many with international reputations. Why not get
'hands-on' in a creative arts workshop during the summer holidays and
discover your individual response to the unique Tasmanian environment. For
more information please visit:
http://www.acadarts.utas.edu.au/summer_school/ or call 03 6324 4400 for a
copy of the brochure. Telephone: 6324 4423 / 6324 4400. Mobile: 0400 583 400

Xmas Holidays Kids Creative Workshops @ Reverse Garbage


Christmas Holidays. Reverse Garbage has a multitude of wild and wonderful
arts-based workshops to take the school holiday blues away. Jam-packed with
fun and creativity. This holiday’s program introduces a range of new
activities including ‘Wooden it be Nice’, clay play, plaster moulding and,
in the lead up to Christmas, funky Xmas decorations and ‘Print, Pattern and
Present’. There’s also junky robots, crazy critters and funky bags to choose
from. Workshops cost $20 per child (6 to 12 years) for each two-hour
session, tuition and materials included. Call 07 3844 9744 or visit Reverse
Garbage at 296 Montague Road, West End, to make a booking.


OzFrank Workshop


18 to 27 Jan, 2008. Queensland Performing Arts Centre. Learn Frank/Suzuki
Performance Methods. The OzFrank ten-day intensive workshop is an
opportunity to train with two of the best Suzuki teachers, co-directors John
Nobbs and Jacqui Carroll, in their unique actor training system.
Frank/Suzuki Performance Aesthetics fully incorporate the Suzuki Actor
Training System. Cost: $400 or $300 conc. Individual session rates
available. To register, phone 07 3391 0396. Enquiries, contact
frank@ozfrank.com or phone 07 3391 0396 http://www.ozfrank.com


Singchronicity


9 Dec, 9.30 am to 12.30 am. Life Essence,137 City Rd, Beenleigh. Enjoy a
practical workshop to open up your heart, help you discover your natural
voice and make you feel alive. Discover the joys that are hidden inside you
as you join together in glorious harmonies and produce sounds that you have
only ever dreamed of before Investment:$45. Bookings essential. Phone: Life
Essence on 07 3807 7687.


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EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & PERFORMANCES


Launch opening of The Servo


9 December, 7 am to 4 pm. 78 Latrobe Terrace Paddington. Market 7 am to 12
pm. Graph Artists, Live Music and Beer from 12 pm to 4 pm-ish. The Servo,
a concept store, is a new space for unique and new designers from Queensland
and interstate. The launch day will offer a range of entertainment. RSVP to
kate.perry@bigpond.com or 3876 4401


Antarctica - A Place in the Wilderness


14 Dec, 6 pm. Shows until 19 Jan. Noosa Regional Gallery, Pelican St,
Tewantin This is an exhibition of photography by Judy Parrott from an
Australian Antarctic Division Arts Fellowship, opened by Jane Peeters,
Antarctic Traveller. Having spent several months on an Australian Antarctic
Division Arts Fellowship, Brisbane artist Judy Parrott’s exhibition of
photographic works Antarctica - A Place in the Wilderness presents a rare
and exhilarating glimpse of life on Australia’s most remote research
stations. The exhibition recently toured to Tasmania and Canberra and now,
with the support of Museum and Gallery Services Queensland, it will visit
venues throughout Queensland and interstate. Opening Hours: 10 am – 4 pm
Tuesday to Sunday. For information, phone: 07 5449 5340. Email:
gallery@noosa.qld.gov.au http://www.noosaregionalgallery.com



Can One Sell the Sky?


Until 16 Dec, opening night 7 Dec. Gaydon Gallery, 29 Merthyr Road, New Farm.
Olga Lutsenko’s second exhibition this year will include a collection of
work which reflects her experience and connection with the natural
environment. Olga comes from a Ukrainian background and was encouraged to
express her creativity from a young age. Rooted in naive tradition, songs,
storytelling and myths of her childhood, Olga’s work represents successive
images of her state of mind. Life’s beauty and harmony with nature are
important elements in her art. Olga believes that earth and humanity can
never be separate entities. While humanity has altered the environment to a
great extent, achieving harmony with nature is critical for humanity’s very
survival. For further information, please contact Olga: 0422 890 874

EthnoSuperLounge Presents Bamboo Bliss


8 Dec, 7 pm, Brisbane City Hall, Ithaca Auditorium. Indian Classical
Bansuri-Tabla Recital. Direct from Japan, leading Indian classical bansuri
master Taro Terahara is joined by leading Australian tabla player Shen
Flindell for Bamboo Bliss from 7pm on Saturday December 8th at Brisbane City
Hall's Ithaca Auditorium. Taro & Shen’s New Year’s Dawn Concert was one of
the hits of last year’s Woodford Festival and festival-goers will fondly
remember that peaceful bamboo flute floating over the festival to usher us
into 2007. Bamboo Bliss will be a rare chance to experience Taro's pristine
music in a concert hall setting in Brisbane.


Leaders in the thriving Indian music scene of Japan, these two artists'
devotion to Guru, Music and Instrument will touch your heart, engage your
mind and transport your spirit from calm to elation, in the true essence of
Indian Classical Music. Listen to Taro’s music, read further info and buy
tickets for Bamboo Bliss (just $16/$14conc) online at
http://www.ethnosuperlounge.com


Tickets also available at The Forest, Core Yoga Studios and Shikara Design
in West End. Tickets: $16/$14conc at door available online at
http://www.ethnosuperlounge.com Also available at The Forest, Core Yoga
Studios and Shikara Design in West End. For information,
shen@ethnosuperlounge.com


Decent Exposure


Until 12 Dec, Footsteps Gallery, School of Arts Bldg, 166 Ann St, Brisbane
City. SpeakOut multimedia trainee’s end-of-year show. Celebrate 6 months of
amazing work by 19 talented emerging artists. Features film, animation,
illustration, painting, graphic design, music, photography and more. For
information, phone 07 34937511

University Art Museum


Until 1 March. University Art Museum, Forecourt of Forgan Smith Bldg,
University of Queensland, St Lucia Campus. Paddy Bedford is the first major
survey of the work of this Gija artist. Bedford’s distinctive paintings
depict the east Kimberley landscape in which he has spent a lifetime. For
information, phone: 07 3365 3046. Email: artmuseum@uq.edu.au
http://www.maynecentre.uq.edu.au


IMA


8 Dec to 8 Feb. Institute of Modern Art (IMA), Judith Wright Centre,
Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley. Robert MacPherson, is a pivotal figure in
Australian art. His work spans formal abstraction and conceptualism and
blends internationalism with an insistent vernacular terrorism. Vernon Ah
Kee is an Indigenous artist known for his incisive critiques of white
Australian culture. For information, phone: 07 3252 5750. Email:
ima@ima.org.au http://www.ima.org.au


Harmony World Peace Celebration


8 Dec, 12 pm to 4 pm. Humanities Building Auditorium, Ipswich. Diverse art
in the service of community, harmony, peace and education. Free Entry. For
bookings and information, phone 07 3282 7484

Unchartered: A Map To Hidden Creativity


6 to 8 Dec, 7.30 pm. Judith Wright Theatre. OR 14 Dec, 7.30 pm at Logan
Entertainment Centre (free Logan community event).Uncharted takes you on a
journey to an exciting but hidden place on the map that has been uncovered
by members of the migrant and refugeecommunities of Logan and Brisbane
through circus, capoeira, puppetry,music and dance to create a unique
performance experience. $16 / $22. Logan community members $5. Children
under 12 and under free. Bookings 3872 9000
http://www.judithwrightcentre.com

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WORK & OPPORTUNITIES

Brisbane Festival 2008 Seeks Show Ponies

Closes 7 Dec. Brisbane Festival 2008 (BF08) is seeking extraordinary artists
seeking recognition for their punchy, relevant work and tireless effort in
the performing arts? An emerging innovator seeking a stage to develop your
new tour de force? Satirical social commentary up your alley? Then BF08
under the radar WANTS to know about you! BF08 under the radar is a 10-day
theatre fest wanting to expose the undiscovered talents of young,
adventurous and anarchic theatre artists. It will be presented within
Brisbane Festival 2008 at Metro Arts from 25 July to 3 Aug 2008.


For more information and an application form visit
http://www.brisbanefestival.com.au or
Email Fiona or Jillian at
undertheradar@brisbanefestival.com.au

Calling Young Indigenous Artsworkers

As part of the YAMP 2008 mentorship program, Brisbane Festival is offering
a role as Project Coordinator. The mentoree will be involved in the development
and implementation of the Indigenous Welcome and Closing for Brisbane Festival
2008 as well as assisting in the development of the local Indigenous programming
content for an Indigenous large-scale outdoor event.


Being part of YAMP 2008 could kick-start your career in the arts. This is an
opportunity to be mentored on-site by dedicated industry professionals. YAMP and
our partners will support the mentorship for 9 months through networking, arts
business training and an industry showcase event.
If you are aged 18-26 and keen to apply…


Download the application form and information from the YAQ website.
Check that you are eligible to apply and can meet the time commitments of the program.
Contact Sarah Woodland (YAMP Program Manager) to register your interest.
Submit your application by no later than 5pm on Wednesday 16th January 2008.


If you have any questions about the program or the application form, please contact:

Phone: (07) ...Email: yamp@yaq.org.au
Hit: www.yaq.org.au/yamp




Senior Producer


Closes 7 Dec, 4 pm. An exciting opportunity exists at Circa for a driven and
talented Producer to join our management team. Made possible by increased
funding and high levels of touring and Training Centre activity; the
position is responsible for the delivery of Circa’s key programs and
projects. From conception to evaluation, from marketing to logistics – this
is a demanding and rewarding, multi-faceted position. As Circa’s Senior
Producer, you will be responsible for the planning, delivery and
accountability of Circa’s major projects and programs including
international tours, training centre programs, large corporate events and
community projects. In the role you will combine a high degree of efficiency
and attention to detail with creative strategic, marketing and problem
solving skills. For a position description or more information, please
contact Lewis Jones at lewis@circa.org.au or on 07 3852 3110.


Festival of Pacific Arts Call for EOIs


Closes 19 Dec. The Australia Council in partnership with State and Territory
Arts Agencies invites expressions of interest from Indigenous artists and
groups to be a part of the Australian delegation attending the 10th Festival
of Pacific Arts to be held in American Samoa from 20 July to 2 August 2008.
Expressions of interest are sought from established Indigenous artists and
groups who have experience in the areas of traditional and contemporary
dance, music, theatre, literature, visual arts, crafts and new media.
Consideration will also be given to individuals/groups who work with
traditional healing and culinary arts. For information and application
forms, contact Ralene Baker on: raelene.baker@arts.qld.gov.au or 07 3224
4896. For more information on the 2008 Festival of Pacific Arts go to:
http://www.festival-pacific-arts.org/




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GRANTS & FUNDING


Visions of Australia


Closes 1 Feb. The Visions of Australia Grant, under the Department of
Communications, Information, Technology and the Arts, provides funding for
individuals and galleries to create and then tour exhibitions of Australian
cultural significance. Funding is flexible and can range anywhere between
$5000 and $400 000. Exhibitions should have a predominantly Australian theme
or foundation. For information, Email: visions.australia@dcita.gov.au
http://www.ozco.gov.au Phone: 02 6271 1832 or 1800 819 461


Aboriginal Heritage Projects


Apply any time. Aboriginal Heritage Projects provide grants of up to $75 000
to conserve Aboriginal heritage and encourage greater understanding of
Aboriginal culture. The program assists in the conservation of culturally
significant Aboriginal sites, documents community events and contributes to
Aboriginal tourism. The program aims to sustain long-term heritage benefits
and create greater knowledge of Aboriginal traditions throughout the greater
community. For information, email: Victoria Throp at
victoria.throp@heritage.nsw.gov.au or Richard Shapter (Aboriginal Heritage
Officer) – richard.shapter@heritage.nsw.gov.au Phone: 02 9873 8577

Festivals Australia Regional Residencies


Closes: Funding rounds close on 15 Feb (for projects starting after 1 July)
and 15 July (for projects starting after 1 Jan) each year. The Festivals
Australia Regional Residencies program provides regional and remote
communities with the chance to organize community celebrations and local
festivals, aiming to ‘tell their stories and the stories of their
communities’. Under the scheme, artists may also take residencies to work
within the community and represent these stories through cross media arts
projects such as visual arts/crafts, literature, dance, music, drama or
theatre. Grant Amount: Flexible. Website: http://www.ozco.gov.au


Lord Mayor’s Young and Emerging Artists Fellowship


Closes: Applications will be open from 14 Nov to 11 Feb. The Lord Mayor’s
Young and Emerging Artists Fellowship is a directive of the Brisbane city
council, and provides fundsor up to $20 000 for young, up and coming artists
to participate in national or international training, in support of their
career development. Applicants must be nominated by an individual or
organization within the arts and cultural sector and be between the ages of
17 and 30. Activities supported by the fellowship include travel, study,
tuition and professional mentoring. It may also include a combination of
these activities and participation in a city events program and contribution
to an exhibition. Website: http://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au Phone: 07 3403 8888

ANAT Australian Network for Art and Technology


Closes: Last day of every month (except for Dec) with applicants notified by
the 14th of the next month. ANAT provides Australian artists with funds to
attend national and international events, covering the cost of travel,
accommodation and registration fees. Applicants must be members of ANAT and
current residents of Australia. This is a quick response fund, with a
flexible grant amount. The event being applied for must start no earlier
than the 21st of the following month and can be submitted by email or post.
Applicants must contact ANAT staff prior to submitting their application.
Email: anat@anat.org.au Website: http://www.anat.org.au Phone: 08 8231 9037

The Lord Mayor’s Sustainability Grants


Closes 25 Feb 2008 (Round Two). Brisbane City Council’s Community Grants
Program provides funding to local non-profit organisations who are seeking
to develop and improve programs and services in the arts, culture and
heritage, community development and active sport and recreation
participation. The grants provide funding for projects that increase the
environmental sustainability of existing facilities through water and energy
savings and greenhouse gas reduction. Categories are Small Grants ($2000 to
10 000) and Grants from $10 0001 to $50 000. For information, visit:
http://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au go to ‘community’ and click on ‘grants and
funding’. Phone: 07 3403 8888.


Australian Government Arts Funding


The Australian Government has a range of regional and touring arts programs
that support community access and participation in Australia’s cultural
life. Playing Australia provides funding to tour performing arts across
state and territory boundaries. Applications close 17 Dec. Contemporary
Music Touring Program provides assistance to professional artists to tour
within Australia performing original Australian contemporary music.
Applications close 5 Feb 2008. Festivals Australia funds new arts projects
at community festivals. Applications close 15 Feb. 2008 for projects
starting after 1 July 2008. Festivals Australia Regional Residencies funds
communities to engage artists to help them develop new locally-themed
projects for community festivals or celebrations. Applications close 15 Feb
2008 for projects starting after 1 July 2008. For information, visit:
http://www.dcita.gov.au/artsfunding


Artlab 2008


Closes 14 Dec for projects commencing in 2008. The Inter-Arts Office is
offering a grant of $75 000 for new collaborations between artists to engage
in a significant period of interdisciplinary research and creative
development. ArtLab aims to foster experimentation and collaboration between
artists from multiple disciplines to explore new artistic practice.It aims
to establish an environment that encourages genre-crossing collaborations
and the creation of original, cross-media arts projects with emphasis placed
upon innovation, risk, artistic integrity and the creation of new ideas. For
information visit http://www.ozco.gov.au/artlab08 or contact Lia Kemp on: 02 9215
9116. Toll-free: 1800 226 912. Email: l.kemp@ozco.gov.au


Scholarships Available for Young Indigenous Australians


Close 4 Feb. Robert Riley Scholarships support Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander Australians in pursuit of studies in the fields of law, legal
practice, human rights, child protection, criminology and criminal or
juvenile justice. Four scholarships of up to $5 000 each will be awarded to
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians aged 25 years or under for
the pursuit of studies. Further information and application forms available
at http://www.youngaustralians.org or call 03 9670 5436.


Queensland Design Awards (QDOS)


Closes 22 Feb. For all information about these awards, you must download an
information package from http://www.qdosawards.com

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION

The Dilly Bag Dreamtime Place Xmas Orders

The Dilly Bag Dreamtime Place has closed its shop at Eumundi and is now
operating from its Redcliffe Depot. Dale and Jo are in the process of
re-structuring the business to have a more online user-friendly appearance.
They are currently sourcing and trialing new products to include in their
range of products so that they can offer their customers in the SE Qld
region better access to Bush Tucker and become "The One Stop Bush Tucker
Shop". They are hoping to provide a more comprehensive range of product for
all your Bush Tucker requirements including native meats - fruits & nuts.
They will also be developing a range of DIY Bush Tucker menus.


In the meantime, they are offering 7.5% discount for all purchases of $200
or more and if possible they can arrange delivery [depending on location].
Get your office orders in and get your discount. This offer is valid until
20th December 2007. So get your orders in ASAP to avoid disappointment.
Great Ideas for Xmas dinner and/or great Xmas pressies!


They also have quality Aboriginal Art & Craft products as well as Michael
Connolly [Dreamtime Kullilla-Art] artworks [various sizes]. For further
information, contact Jo Connolly & Dale Chapman on 07 3880 1320 or 07 5485 1126
Email: Dale@thedillybag.com.au or jo@thedillybag.com.au http://www.thedillybag.com.au




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The Queensland Community Arts Network Inc. receives financial assistance
from Community Partnerships Fund of the Australia Council. Major sponsor:
Arts Queensland.


Wendy Hall
Administration Officer
Queensland Community Arts Network Inc
wendy@qldcan.org.au
P: 07 ...F: 07 ...www.qldcan.org.au

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