February 2023 | GOST news
February l 2023
We are back | New artworks | 2023 Workshops | Ballarat & Newcastle
We are back for 2023!
It was lovely to have a few weeks off and enjoy a getaway or two! So for new places to visit and stay, scroll down to read all about Newcastle and Ballarat.
The gallery has been curated for a Summery feel. With pops of colour and muted tones, we are sure you'll find something that suits you, a friend, family or a work colleague. Browse the online shop and remember if you aren't on social media, check in from time to time as we always update the shop with new works when they arrive.
We are open Thursdays to Sundays, 11am to 4pm
Remember you can make an appointment outside of these trading days/hours.
Contact Anne to book.
New artworks
New works have landed including:
Paintings by Amanda Westley, notecards and art tea towels by Shannon at Typoflora
and ceramics by Julie Pennington.
We are loving the unframed paintings by Amanda. These earthy / golden colours are new to our gallery. As most of you know we've had pops of green, pinks and blues. Now, terracotta, deep browns and sunny yellows. Amanda tells us a little more about the main image below Ngeragi (bush/scrub):
"Even though this part of Ngarrindjeri country that I live on is very coastal, there are parts of Ngarrindjeri Country that aren't coastal and have more bush and scrub which are represented in this painting".
Shannon has created a new range and we are loving her art tea towels. These make great carry on presents to take when travelling or to hang very affordable art in your home. I love how the flora pops through her use of colour and illustrations. As you can see from our photo below, Julie's porcelain eggshell bowls positively glow in our garden of white flowers and make a perfect match for either Amanda's or Shannon's artworks. I recommend you get in quick as these artists are very popular!
Click on the photos or button below to go shopping now!
Images | Top - Ngeragi by Amanda Westley paired with ceramicists Fran Romano vessel and Jacqueline Lewis's little dishes. Grid of 4 | Top left - Nanggi ova ruwi by Amanda paired with Silversmith Alice Whish necklace, ring and brooch. Top right - One of Julie's porcelain eggshell bowls. Bottom Left - Typoflora's Art tea towels. Bottom right - one of three notecards (assorted sets). All photos Anne Masters; Typoflora images courtesy of the Artist.
Save the Dates | Business Basics for Visual Artists workshops are back!
I’m excited to announce these 2hr workshops will be running again in 2023.
There are two options:Group classes held in Canberra (Face to Face)
only 5 participants keeping the focus on each of you.or
One to one private tuition held in Canberra
(Zoom is available for those interstate).Group workshops 6-8pm
Private tuition time / day negotiated to suit participant and Anne.6 March | Spark your CV
20 March | Writing artist statements and biographies
3 April | Pricing your artwork
17 April | Branding you
1 May | Creating social media
15 May | Engage your website
30 May (Tuesday) | Approach galleries
13 June (Tuesday) | Residencies, grants & awards
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1 workshop $140
2 workshops $280
3 workshops $400
4 workshops $520
5 workshops $600
6 workshops $720
7 workshops $840
8 workshops $950
The above includes discounts on the regular price
which kick in for three or more workshops.
__________________Bookings will open 6 Feb 2023
Photo by Madeline Young of GOST group workshop held in Orange by Anne Masters
A little road trip to Newcastle, NSW and Ballarat, Victoria
We decided to head to Newcastle for our family Christmas and treat ourselves to a little stay at Crystalbrook Kingsley. Adam and I love history and this building happens to be the former Council offices located next to the Town Hall. The Crystalbrook Collection renovated the building and what I love is the little things you notice - round corners/walls, fabulous views and a gifted handmade chocolate for Christmas Eve. We also experienced rooftop views with dinner in the Roundhouse and can highly recommend this for a special getaway.
Late January, we headed to Ballarat for our dear friend's 60th. Rolly organised for us to stay at Hotel Vera - a new contemporary luxe accommodation in the heart of Ballarat. I chose the smallest room as this is something I do when we travel. Often a small room can bring comfort and a focus on what really matters - taking in the artworks and enjoying the restoration details. We also had our first long degustation and all I can say is Underbar is a delectable dining experience. Here's to supporting new and small businesses which give Australia a great name and a must to visit!
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