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Welcome to the March 2019 edition of the Creative Mandurah Newsletter. You can scroll to content sections using these quick links:
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See the world through the eyes of our young people in this iconic, thought-provoking exhibition, open Wed-Sun 10am-4pm at CASM. Meet these young artists and hear their stories at their Artist Talk on the last day of the exhibtition, Sun 5 May, 2pm. Read more.
Image credit: In the Dark by Brodie Haigh
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Local artists between 13-25 years are invited to join CASM for an ephemeral art workshop with Alana Grant, including an introduction to working with sound in art. Participants will create an ephemeral art installation that explores their relationship to the local coast and waterways. Light lunch provided.
Cost: $10.
Bookings essential - contact CASM on 9550 3989 between Wed-Fri, 9am-4pm or email casm@mandurah.wa.gov.au
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CASM Art History Seminars
With Frances Sullivan-Rhodes - Mon 29 April, 6.30pm
Cost $10
In the April session of this series of art history seminars, art historian Frances Sullivan-Rhodes will explore place and landscape and their significance in art, with a focus on the role of landscape in Australian art and identity. Supper and the opportunity to mingle and network is provided after the presentation. All welcome.
Seminar # 3, 20 May, 6.30pm
Seminar # 4 Date, 17 June, 6.30pm
Bookings essential, contact CASM
9550 3989 Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm
casm@mandurah.wa.gov.au
This series is presented with the support of the City of Mandurah Creative Grants Program
Be part of CASM's next conceptual exhibition!
CASM will be curating a new conceptual exhibition in 2020, inviting local artists to respond to the content of future Art History Seminars. Watch this space.
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The CASM Gift Shop showcases work by 14 talented local artists, including original artwork and prints, textiles, jewellery, ceramics and cards. Pop in to browse a unique range of small individually crafted and accessibly priced artworks for any occasion. Open Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm.
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Artist of the Month - Debra Petit
Debra is a Mandurah based mixed media artist who enjoys creating artwork with emotional content. She paints to express feelings and experiences of life, pushing beyond her comfort zone, experimenting with different materials, methods and subject matter. Her range of works include a combination of collographs, monoprints, collage and painting, reflecting on her life interests.
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Wearable Art Mandurah 2019 tickets are on sale now!
Sat, 15 June 6.30pm Showcase and awards night
Sun, 16 June 2pm Matinee showcase
Don’t delay - tickets are selling fast!
BOLD! EVOCATIVE! BREATHTAKING!
The body is a medium and the stage a canvas for encouraging new ways of viewing the world through revolutionary works of art for the body.
Local, national and international finalists present spectacular wearable art from across Australia and beyond.
With a choice of evening or matinee performance, the full-length, family friendly, production promises to delight audiences of all ages.
By combining your showcase experience with a choice of Wearable Art workshops, delivered by professionals, you will leave WAM 2019 feeling both enthused and upskilled!
https://www.manpac.com.au/events/wearable-art-mandurah/
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Community Youth Art Project - Facilitator/Designer
Seeking a local facilitator/designer to conduct a four week workshop with students from Halls Head Community College to produce a range of two dimensional designs that will form a vinyl wrap collage for a Western Power box.
Seeking an artist/graphic designer to arrange the final design for the wrap .
Quotations can be provided for one or both components of the project.
For more information contact Haylee Bullock, Community Safety at Haylee.Bullock@mandurah.wa.gov.au or 9550 3695.
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Upcycling Workshop Facilitator Wanted
Seeking an experienced and talented facilitator to run a series of recycling workshops in May and June 2019.
The Re-imagine | Re-purpose | Re-use workshops aim to teach participants how to upcycle and repurpose recyclable materials.
For further information, or to register your interest to facilitate the workshop, please contact Natasa on Natasa.perovec@mandurah.wa.gov.au
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Applications are now open for the City of Mandurah ‘StartUp Smart Creative’ workshop. The program provides tools to start a new business, and is focused on hands-on learning about sustainable products development. Topics covered: How to develop a product, Identifying your target market, Branding, Marketing and promotion strategy, Pricing.
More information and link to application form: https://www.mandurah.wa.gov.au/services/business-support/training-and-courses
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Creative Writing Group
Memoirs | Poetry | Fiction
Thursdays, 1-4pm in the
Computer Room
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Glee Club
Poetry | Music | Comedy
Mondays, 10-11am in the
Computer Room
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Looking for something new and fun to be involved in? Always wanted to write that novel or be on stage? Explore new skills in a friendly and supportive environment in these free groups for members at the Mandurah Seniors and Community Centre. For more information call 9550 3799.
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0-4 years | 5-11 years | 12-17 years
The City of Mandurah runs over 50 free and low cost activities during the school holidays. We have something for all interests and ages to help your kids try new things, learn new skills, get crafty and build friendships. Read more
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Next time you are in town check out the new mural at the back of the Mandurah Museum, created by artist Jerome Davenport. The mural commemorates Charles Olaf Wilson (1838-1926), who played a significant part in the maritime history of Mandurah and his ill-fated boat Leviathan.
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| 29 Mar - 5 May |
Masterpieces 2K19 Exhibition |
CASM |
| 7 April, 10am |
Ephemeral Art Youth Workshop |
CASM |
| 29 April, 6.30pm |
CASM Art History Seminar |
CASM |
| April |
School Holiday Activities |
Various locations |
| Mondays, 10am |
Glee Club |
Seniors Centre |
| Thursdays, 1pm |
Creative Writing Group |
Seniors Centre |
| 15 June, 6.30pm |
Wearable Art Showcase and Award night |
MPAC |
| 16 June, 2pm |
Wearable Art Showcase Matinee |
MPAC |
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