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7th C Byzantine Icon Painting Workshop
Greatmore Studios will hold a 7th C Byzantine Icon Painting Workshop on Tue 13th, Wed 14th and Thurs 15th October 2009
9am - 12.30pm
Hosted by Bulgarian Cultural Anthropologist and Artist - Nadezhda Savova
Learn about the history and symbology of byzantine iconography while painting your own icon on wood using gold leaf and acrylic paints.
Materials needed piece of A5 wood already gesso primed, gold leaf (2 sheets), 2 A4 sheets of tracing paper and a pencil plus 3 different sized brushes. (0, 3 or 4, 5)
Acrylic paints and varnish will be provided.
The workshop includes a guided visit to the Greek Orthodox Church in
R350 -
All welcome, To book your place call 021 447 9699. Please leave a message if their is no reply or email:
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Greatmore welcomes Yvette Dunn as our 1st Resident Curator.
Yvette will be working at the studios for the next 3 months preparing a curated exhibition to be held in Greatmore's Gallery Space in December. The programme has been made possible by Pro Helvetia and the Swiss Agency for Developement and Cooperation.
There is currently a call out for submissions to participate in the exhibition, titled:
X_ HIBITING_ Time_ African time on time
This exhibition will be staged in
So that in
To portray this TIME traveling exchange – in our own TIME_ African TIME. This exhibition will create a narrative of TIME that will STOP, REWIND, FAST FORWARD - and dilute in the reinvention of the concept of TIME by the artists in the different cities.
Xhibiting_ Time_ what is the meaning of African time? Often meaning = been late or is it on time.
Where: _ in die Kaap_ Durbs_ Jozi_Polokwane
Who: _ artists_ from 3 cities (die Kaap_ Durbs_ Jozi_Polokwane )
When: _ 1st week_ December _2009 (2 weeks)
How: _ multi-media_ installation_ tv art (videos_ ) performance
Deadline: _ 19th October 2009
Contact: _
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Call out to all ARTISTS and CULTURAL ACTIVISTS who would like to participate or assist.
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Greatmore hosts an exhibition of works from the Valkenberg Occupational Therapy department
Greatmore hosts an exhibition of works from the Valkenberg Occupational Therapy department.
On Saturday the 8th August, Greatmore Studios opened an exhibition of works by the Occupational Therapy Department of Valkenberg Hospital. The exhibition was facilitated by Anthony Cawood. Anthony has been working with the hospitals Occupational Department as an art coach for five years. He was approached by the Department while he was a resident artist at Greatmore Studios.
The group of Occupational Therapists promote their client's engagement in meaningful activities and their journey to empowerment. Anthony said that "We, together with our clients, are proud to have exhibited with Greatmore."
The idea behind the exhibition is to showcase the visual expressions of the clients who have chosen art and its powerful influence in promoting positive mental health and well-being. The broader public is offered a chance to see what the Occupational Therapy Department is doing and it is hoped that any preconceptions will be challenged. From the response of the spectators and visitors it seems the objectives were achieved by the appreciation shown for the works.
The exhibition will remain up until 20th August. There will be a final chance to join a walk about given by Anita on Tuesday 18th at 10am.
We look forward to seeing you then.
Visiting Artists Exhibition Douala : Durban , Harare via Cape Town
The Visiting Artists Exhibition opened on the 21st July to a warm and receptive crowd on a chilly Tuesday night.
The exhibition was the result of a three month Visiting Artist Programme by three mid-career artists, all from the African continent. This exhibition reflected what Greatmore studios has to offer in terms of cultural exchange, enabling artists to follow new directions and push themselves beyond the boundaries of their own practice.
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Mukudzeishe Muzondo said that he found the opening really successful especially since two of his works were snatched up by an enthusiastic buyer. Sibusiso Duma's work was also very popular and several of his pieces were sold as well. Joel went on to do an exhibition at the Joao Ferrera Gallery where he sold more that half the show.
Clearly the fruits of the artists' labour for the last 3 months were rewarded by the popular response from the public.
Greatmore enjoyed the energy these artists brought to the studios and wishes them well with their new ventures.
Mentoring Month August Focuses on Fine Art
The new mentoring month started on the 3rd of August and this month will focus on fine art. Having arrived in high spirits on a cold and wet Friday, three young artists from diverse backgrounds opened themselves up to a host to of new experiences. The mentees will work together and lead their own destiny with the assistance of a variety of mentors. Aside from techniques, the mentees will learn to contextualise their work and gain some insight into the art industry and the complexities of producing art. They will also have the opportunity to get training in marketing and business methods all of which go hand in hand with a professional career in art. The programme will end with an exhibition showcasing their work produced during this period.
The mentoring progamme has been made possible by Pro Helvetia. Pro
The mentees come from
The mentees were interviewed by Mishkaah Roberts:
How are you finding your experience? -Tess Metcal age
It is very exciting and liberating to have my own space to work in for the very first time. I have also enjoyed meeting and working with other artists and am finding their presence encouraging. I am hoping to learn more from my interactions with the other more well known artists and gallery owners which we will be meeting with.
What activities are you most looking forward to? -Henrico Van Heide
I am most looking forward to the exhibition we will be having at the end of this month as well as the visits to the galleries.
Do you feel sharing the studio space builds on your artistic energy? -Sam Macholo
I think sharing a studio with other artists is very inspiring. Depending on what kind of characters are you dealing with as an individual. I would say if working on different forms or art then it makes it a lot better because you tend to use or experiment with other artists mediums.
The works will be exhibited in Greatmore's Gallery space from the 27th 31st of August Join us for the opening at 5.30 -8.30 on Thursday the 27th August 2009.
NEWS IN BRIEF
Greatmore welcomes a new resident artist Khaya Sineyile
On behalf of the staff and resident artists at Greatmore we would like to welcome Khaya as our new resident artist. Khaya has moved into what use to be the old print studio and will be producing ceramics using his own kiln.
Donations
Thank you to Gail Moffet at Truworths and Ethan Corolsion.
As part of Greatmores T-shirt and apparel project where Greatmore hopes to create a small revenue stream by selling quality T Shirts, Greatmore contacted Truworths to see if they could donate a Mannequin as part of our display plans. Truworths very kindly donated 17 mannequins.
The mannequins will be used to raise funds for Greatmore through an exciting project soon to be announced. Thank you to Gail Moffet for making this possible.
Greatmore would also like to thank Ethan Corolasion for organizing the donation and delivery of a computer and 20†monitor for display in Greatmores reception area. Now visitors will be able to scroll through artworks of the artists involved in Greatmore as well as add their details directly to our online mailing list.
Curators Residency Programme begins in September
Greatmore is delighted that Yvette Dunn has agreed to be our Curator in Residence for September December 2009. Yvette was selected from many applicants by the committee to take part in the new programme. She will work at the studios researching and planning an exhibition which is scheduled to open at the beginning of December to in Greatmore's Gallery Space. Updates will be posted on our website.
Announcements
Life Drawing Classes
Hilary Maraney will be holding life drawing classes at Greatmore on Thursdays. Explore the exciting landscape of the human form using charcoal, soft pastel and paint. Foe more information call Hilary MAraney on 021 439 7756 or 076 421 4255
Call out for a Product Photography Course
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Anyone interested should forward their details to either
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