Step into spring and soak up the inspiring and entertaining cultural atmosphere at the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens this Sunday 7 September with Global Grooves in the Gardens, 11am – 6pm.

Welcome to the Creative Mackay e-bulletin 5 September – 17 October 2008

This monthly e-bulletin provides the latest information on news, events and opportunities about arts and culture for Mackay and region. If you would like to contribute information to the e-bulletin, please email [email protected]

Find out more about…. 1. Exhibitions, Events and Performances (Go straight to this section) 2. Training, Workshops and Meetings (Go straight to this section) 3. Work and Opportunities (Go straight to this section) 4. Grants and Funding (Go straight to this section) 5. ebulletin Tid Bits (Go straight to this section) 6. Community Showcase (Go straight to this section)

₪ Professional Development Workshops

» Oral History Collection and Management with Lesley Jenkins / Thursday 11 – Friday 12 September, 10am – 4.30pm. Learn how to produce and manage professional oral history collections with ’s Lesley Jenkins, member of the Oral History Association of Art Inc, on September 11-12. Guest speaker Christine Smallwood, of Sarina, will also share the knowledge and wealth of experience she has acquired by working closely with indigenous Australians over the past 18 years. Old Town Hall, 63 Sydney Street Mackay.

» Arts Connecting Communities Skills Development Workshops with the Australia Business Arts Foundation (AbaF) / Thursday 6 – Friday 7 November, 9.30am – 4.30pm. A two day workshop facilitated by AbaF and supported by their National Principal Partner for the Arts Connecting Communities Program: Toyota Community Spirit. Learn how to develop a draft business case for your organisation or project; and then how to use this as a basis to develop strategic approaches to engage local business for support and/or collaboration. Old Town Hall, 63 Sydney Street Mackay.

To register your interest in any of these workshops contact the Arts Development Officer, Mackay Regional Council 1300 622 529 / [email protected]

These workshops are supported by the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF). The RADF is a joint Queensland Government and Mackay Regional Council partnership to support local arts and culture.

₪ Young Artist Mentoring Program – Meet with the Youth Arts QLD Representative / Monday 22 September Annually the Young Artist Mentoring Program (YAMP) supports 16 young emerging artists and arts workers for 9 months in a mentoring relationship with an established artist of their choice. The program provides participants with administrative support, advice, networking opportunities and a Showcase, as well as $4750 project funding for a specific creative project. It is a great opportunity for young artists from across all disciplines to take the next step in creating a sustainable career.

The mentoring program is targeted at young people aged 18-26 who have completed some kind of arts training and/or spent some time in their chosen field. YAMP has space for 5 regional participants and in the past few years, these have been under represented in the application process, so Sarah Woodland from Youth Arts Queensland is coming to visit Mackay to connect with members of the youth arts sector and raise awareness about the program as a viable option for young/emerging artists in this region.

She is interested in recruiting a “regional advocate” who would be responsible for profiling YAMP in their local community; and making contacts with key individuals within the arts sector in Mackay who may wish to become mentors or members of the YAMP advisory committee. If you or your organization are interested in meeting with Sarah while she is in Mackay contact her on (07) 3252 5115 / [email protected]

If you want to check out the YAMP website, visit www.yaq.org.au/yamp

1. Exhibitions, Events and Performances…

☼ Boundless: Artists’ Books from the Mackay Regional Council Collection / Until November 2008 Since Mackay City Library began purchasing Australian and international artists’ books in 1995, Mackay Regional Council’s collection has continued to grow, and is now considered to be one of Australia’s most significant. In addition to providing a snapshot of highlights from this collection of artists’ books, the 60 works selected for display in Boundless exemplify the diversity and inventiveness of a growing number of artists exploring this artform, one that consistently confounds and defies simple definition. Cox Rayner Gallery, Artspace Mackay 4957 1722.

☼ Crossing the Threshold by Ann Williams-Fitzgerald / Until 7 September 2008. “My current work is about the significance to express symbolic meaning of visual metaphors. Specifically, it explores the way visual images can be associated with human events. I investigated the idea of the portal (doors and windows) as a threshold, a space into a new realm. This work deals with the metaphysical condition of being. Foyer, Artspace Mackay, Tuesday – Sunday 10am – 5pm. Contact Ann Williams-Fitzgerald 4957 7505 / [email protected]

☼ Patrick Pound: Painting in a Library / Until 7 September 2008 Floor Talk: 11am, Saturday 5 July 2008. McAleese Gallery, Artspace Mackay 4957 1722. Also showing in the Mackay Mazda Foyer: Crossing the Threshold: Ann Williams-Fitzgerald

☼ Creative Generation Excellence Awards in Visual Art & Design 2008 / Until 7 September - Exhibition Launch: Friday 22 August, 6pm. A Rockhampton Art Gallery Exhibition. In this annual exhibition (previously the Minister’s Awards), Senior Secondary Visual Arts Students from schools in Rockhampton and the surrounding Central Queensland district present the best of their work. The students experiment with a variety of subjects and media, from paintings and drawing to photo-media and sculptural pieces.

☼ Voice Club / Until 30 September, 6pm – 7.30pm Singing, playing, fun & friendship. Voice club is particularly inclusive of people with a disability. All members of the community are welcome to join us. Local performer and singing teacher Karen Bonham will lead us on this adventure of the voices. We will learn some basic singing techniques and share the joy of singing in a group. For all skill levels. Cost: $10.00 per session - $6.00 concession This season dates are: Tuesday 19 August; Tuesday 26 August; Tuesday 9 September; Tuesday 16 September; Tuesday 23 September; Tuesday 30 September. Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens Meeting Room. Lagoon Street. Contact Jennifer Emmett to book your place 4953 2292 / [email protected] Voice club is a Pioneer Employment initiative aiming to involve People with a disability in social & skills development activities. This program is proudly supported by Hail Creek Mine.

☼ Strand Ephemera 2009 / Until 14 September 2009 Strand Ephemera is a sculpture exhibition along Townsville’s 2km Strand, held from 4 – 14 September 2009. For more information contact 4727 9673 / [email protected]

☼ Galahs on Wheels / 5 September - 9 October (Thurs to Sun 10am to 4pm) Paintings, prints, jewellery, pottery, textiles by Capricorn Coast Markmakers. Gargett Gallery, Jim Moule Street, Gargett. Contact Lesley Kane 49585024 (w) 49585120 (h).

☼ I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change / Friday 5 & Saturday 6 September, 8pm A witty, hilarious show – in the vein of Menopause The Musical! Everything you have ever secretly thought about dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives and in-laws - but were afraid to admit will be revealed when Mackay Musical Comedy Players present their latest production, I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change! to Mackay audiences. This musical engagingly examines the truths and myths behind the ‘the relationship’. Taking you on a joy ride through the jungle of modern love from pre-first date to a pick-up at a funeral, this intoxicating blend of singing, comedy and of course, romance, will have you relating to every character on stage as you watch ‘your life’ being portrayed in lively and witty scenarios. As irreverent and satirical as the humour is, what makes the show such a success is the underlying sense of compassion for every character. It’s funny – but balanced by some equally tender and human moments. Mackay Entertainment Centre. Ticket Price is $27.00 per person. For Bookings phone 4961 9777.

☼ 50th Annual Flower and Craft Festival / Saturday 6 September 2008, 2pm Handicraft, Sweets, Cookery, Vegetables, Flowers and Plants will be for sale. Special trophies will be awarded for most points Floral Art, Handicraft, Home Cookery, Vegetables and Children’s Sections. Entries close Saturday morning at 11 o’clock. St Charles Anglican Church, Corner McGinn Street and Nebo Road West Mackay. Admission $5 – includes afternoon tea and lucky door prize. For more information contact 4957 4054 / 4951 2501 / 4957 7408.

☼ Global Grooves in the Gardens / Sunday 7 September, 11am – 6pm Step into spring and soak up the inspiring and entertaining cultural atmosphere at the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens this Sunday, 7 September with Global Grooves. Tantalize your taste buds with multicultural cuisine and kick back and enjoy the entertainment on offer. From cultural dance and music to a range of creative workshops, this event has something to interest everyone. Feature artists include: Musiki Manjaro – electrifying African dance band; Victor Valdes – unique Mexican performer; Tribe of Jubal - Melanesian funk/ jazz rock group. Free entry. Further Information: 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529). Location: Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, 9 Lagoon Street, West Mackay. A Mackay Regional Council event proudly supported by Hail Creek Mine, ABC Tropical North, and Queensland Government Multi-cultural Affairs.

☼ Child Protection Week 2008 ‘Children See, Children Do: Make Your Influence Positive’ / 7 – 13 September. The Mackay Child Friendly Community Action Group invites you to take part in local events during Child Protection Week, September 7-13, 2008. Sunday 7 September, 10.45am, Launch of CPW at Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens with guest speaker, Ms Helen Le Marque (to be followed immediately by Global Grooves in the Gardens). Monday 8 September, 9.30am-11.30am, BYO Picnic in the Park at John Breen Park. Free activities provided by PCYC Playtime and Playgroup Qld. Saturday 13 September, 11am-3pm, FREE Community Fun Day at Andergrove Community Centre, Celeber Dr. Includes face painting, storytime, drumming workshops, circus and gym fun, creative and youth activities. For information contact Kathleen Gooch, 4961 9517 or [email protected]

☼ Judith, Stuart & Friends Concert / Wednesday 10 September, 6pm Join Judith and friends for an evening of fun and enlightenment as she plays the magnificent Stuart and Sons grand piano presenting music from some of the world’s greatest composers.. Free. Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music, Boundary Road, Central Queensland University Mackay. Contact CQCM, Phone 4940 7800

☼ International Film Night: Painted Veil / Friday 12th September, 7.30pm. EDWARD NORTONS stars as a bacteriologist, who marries spoilt socialite Kitty (NAOMI WATTS). A moving love story, based on a novel by Somerset Maugham, 1925. Rated (M) Admission: Library Society members, $5, non- members $9. Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music Theatre, Boundary Road, Central Queensland University Mackay. Contact the CQ University Library Mackay on 4940 7536 for more information. A light supper and complimentary beverage is provided and the kiosk is open. Sponsored by CQ University Library Society and Film & Arts Mackay, Inc

☼ The Bastard From The Bush / Friday 12 & Saturday 13 September, 8pm Kucom Theatre proudly presents Jasan Savage, former member of the Royal Shakespeare Company and director of the Brisbane Arts Theatre, in a two nights only season of his one-man touring show The Bastard from the Bush. Billed as 'a riotous, wicked life of rebel, rogue and ratbag Henry Lawson', The Bastard from the Bush comes to the Kucom Theatre Playhouse in Shakespeare Street on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 September at 8pm. Bookings through the MEC 4957 1777.

☼ Meet the Collection / Saturday 13 September, from 10.30am An opportunity to view the Mackay City Council collection artists’ book collection Free event, no bookings necessary.

☼ Cuisine and Country: A gastronomic venture in Australian art / 13 September – 19 October. McAleese Gallery. An Orange Regional Gallery Traveling Exhibition, Cuisine and Country is a visually stunning exploration of food as subject matter. Ranging from a sumptuous and festive still life table setting by Margaret Olley, to eel traps expertly woven by Indigenous artists, the exhibition features works by Australia’s most noted artists. Floor Talk: 11am, Saturday 13 September. Also showing in the Mackay Mazda Foyer: TRAVAILOGUE 15: Stephen Eastaugh

Image – Stephen EASTAUGH Commute 2002

☼ Artspace Foundation Art Dinner in conjunction with the exhibition Cuisine and Country / Saturday 13 September, 6.30pm. Enjoy a rustic dinner at Artspace Mackay with Gavin Wilson, Curator of “Cuisine & Country”. An exhibition showing a diverse range of historic, modernist and contemporary artworks, designed to take the audiences on a gastronomic odyssey through distinctive Australian artworks inspired by food related matters. Price per person $60.00 / Artspace Enthusiasts $55.00. Drinks available for purchase. Bookings essential by 5th September 2008. Please contact Artspace Mackay, Gordon Street, Phone (07) 4961 9722

☼ The Last Night of the Proms 2008 / Sunday 14 September, 4pm Presented by Mackay Choral Society The Last Night of the Proms 2008 entertains with repertoire from Classical to Music Theatre with a large Choir and Orchestra. Featuring soprano Fiona Mariah and other very talented guest artists. Mackay Entertainment Centre. For more information contact Ken Martin 4942 4095 / [email protected] or Jeanette Oberg 4942 2575.

☼ Printbank Mackay Major Exhibition / 19 September - 2 October An opportunity to view an exciting selection of original fine art by Printbank Mackay Artists. All works are for sale, commissions will be donated to CQ RESQ. Milton House Gallery 88 Milton St, Mackay. For more information contact Diane Patmore 4954 9465

☼ Clairview W.A.G.S Beachfront Market / Sunday 21st September, 8.30am – 12noon At the Clairview Community Hall. Sausage Sizzle, Local Art and craft, Cakes, Plants and Jams etc. Bric a Brac, books and woodwork, Sunglasses, watches, jewellery, Casual clothing and footwear, Live Music – Massages, Tea – Coffee-Cold drinks, Raffles. All Stall Holders Welcome. Enquires: Lyn 0749 560 006 / 0418 756 338

☼ Bold and Free Exhibition / 22 September - 13 October An Exhibition of Susan Riley Gee's Impressionist Works can be viewed at The Mackay City Library in Library Hours. For more information contact 4954 7231 / [email protected]

☼ The Sunday Series Concert / Sunday 28 September, 3pm Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music, Boundary Road, Central Queensland University Mackay. Cost: $10 Adult, $5 Student (incl. show and pizza). Contact: CQCM, Phone 4940 7800

☼ Botanica - Third Annual Exhibition of the Mackay Botanical Art Interest Group (BAIG) / Friday 3 October – Sunday 2 November. Official Opening Morning Tea - Friday 3 October, 10.30am. Watercolour artwork showcases native and exotic flowers, plants, fruits and vegetables in vivid detail. Lagoons Gallery, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, Lagoon Street. All Invited. Gallery Times: 10am – 3pm, Wednesday – Friday / 9am - 4pm, Saturday & Sunday / Closed Monday & Tuesday. Contact Chris Neely, Exhibition Coordinator, 4959 8912 / 0439 598 904 (Alternate contact: April Kerr, BAIG Coordinator 4959 0617)

☼ Seedling Artists - Growing and Blooming Exhibition / October 2008 During the month of October 2008, East Mackay “C&K” Kindergarten will display their Annual Art Exhibition. Art works include paintings, drawing, collages and clay works with a botanical interest. Blooming Lovely! Botanic Gardens Meeting Room, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens. Open most days - for times, please contact Gardens Administration on 4952 7300 or email [email protected]

☼ International Film Night: Four Minutes / Friday 3 October, 7.30pm In this gripping story set in a penitentiary, an elderly piano teacher trains a young convict who proves to be a consummate performer. German, subtitled in English. Admission: Library Society members, $5.00, non-members $9. Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music, Boundary Road, Central Queensland University Mackay. Contact the CQ University Library Mackay on 4940 7536 for more information. A light supper and complimentary beverage is provided and the kiosk is open. Sponsored by CQ University Library Society and Film & Arts Mackay, Inc

☼ The Leap Country Markets / Sunday 5 October, 8am - Noon Mackay's most picturesque Markets, grab a bargain and an Aussie Brekky, free giveaways every 30 minutes plus DVD Competition. The Leap Community Hall and Sports Grounds, 20 Kms from Mackay opposite the historical Leap Pub. Site Cost $7.00 and plastic table $5.00. Contact Morgan at the Leap Village Store on 49540 960 for more information and Stall bookings

☼ 7 Deadly Australian Sins - comes to Mackay / October 8 - 12 7 writers come together to create a carnivalesque cabaret extravaganza exploring just a seven of the great (and now deadly) sins of the modern world. In a world gone mad, Josh is accused of Un-Australian behaviour - he's a vegetarian at a B-B-Q, so he's off to hell. Workers at a local banana processing factory take greed to its full extent in order to get the best deal from the new work agreements, a Perth "society diva" is literally caught with her pants down and shock jocks, politicians, celebrities and do-gooders all come under a fierce hammer. Wielded by four energetic performers under the direction of highly regarded director Robert Jarman; a thought provoking night at the theatre wrapped in high energy and silliness is guaranteed. Oi Oi Oi! Crossroad Arts presents a Theatre to the Edge tour of 7 Deadly Australian Sins by Kathryn Ash, Melissa Cantwell, Stephen Carleton, Gail Evans, Robert Jarman, Merrilee Mills, Maryanne Sam. A JUTE Theatre, Knock-em-Down Theatre and Darwin Theatre Company co-production. Held at Crossroad Arts, The Parish Hall Loft, Cnr Gordon and Wood Sts, Mackay, Contact Crossroad Arts 4953 5122 / [email protected]

☼ ID Exhibition / Official opening with wine and cheese Monday 13 October, 7pm. Exhibition runs until 30 October. After the huge success of the first Senior exhibition in 2007, the Mirani High Year 12 Visual Art Students of 2008 are pleased to invite you to their Graduating Exhibition. Tracey Heathwood, Public Programs Officer, Artspace Mackay will be opening the exhibition Monday 13 October. Gargett Gallery, Jim Moule St. Gargett.

☼ Nebo Museum Aboriginal Exhibition / 14 October – 8 November Open Tuesday – Thursday, 9am - 3pm. The courtyard, Reynolds Street, Nebo. Contact 4950 5471.

☼ Mackay North State High School Annual Year 12 Visual Art Student Exhibition / Opening Night 16 October, 6.30pm. Exhibition runs 13 - 31 October. This exhibition of work from MNSHS year 12 art students, held at the Mackay City Library, relates to the themes of excess and restraint, symbols and objects, and ritual. Encouragement awards chosen by a guest judge will be presented during the opening night. Food and drinks will be available and entertainment will be provided by the North Mackay State High School String Quartet. For more information contact Kerry Smith, Mackay North State High School on 49631702.

☼ Gertrude Langer Ensemble presented by Queensland Arts Council’s Ontour Onstage / 21 – 23 October. Capella Cultural Centre: Tuesday 21 October, 8pm; Dysart Civic Centre: Wednesday 22 October, 7.30pm; Moranbah Community Centre, Thursdays 23 October, 7.30pm. Combine the ambitious momentum of Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University’s best ensemble with history’s greatest music and you’ll have a night with the Gertrude Langer Ensemble. Each year, Queensland Arts Council selects the best new ensemble from the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University’s graduating year for a regional tour. Tickets [Adult] $20. Concessions and QAC member discounts apply. For more information see www.qac.org.au or phone 07 3846 7500

☼ Mobile Library Dates The Mobile Library has been refurbished and may be visiting an area near you. Why not check out the schedule and see when you can catch it. Visit www.mackaylibraries.com.au or phone 0408 775 936 / 4944 3000.

2. Training, Workshops and Conferences…

NEW ☼ Call for Expressions of interest: Ilbilbie Hall Management Association Incorporated The Ilbilbie Craft Group is currently running a series of fabric dyeing and free motion embroidery workshops. Local Greenhill fabric artist Lori Gourlay has been employed to deliver these workshops with the intention of exhibiting works created by participants in an exhibition to be held late in 2008. If you are interested in the workshops please contact Margaret on 4950 3921 or Jennifer on 4964 5408.

☼ Experiential & Create Arts Therapy program – DreamWork / Monthly 6 session series 2nd Friday of the month commencing in July and running until December, 5.15pm - 7.15pm. This program uses a multi-modal creative arts approach to DreamWork. This approach does not rely on dream 'experts' rather it empowers participants with a variety of tools including key questions, gestalt role play and journaling to journey within to interact with dreams and their uniquely personal meaning, accessing valuable insight and wisdom for living. 'DreamWork is soulful adventure'. Fee $180. Concessions available. Mackay Masonic Centre, Cnr Wood St & 9th Ln, Mackay. Facilitator: Judith Grieve, Creative Arts Therapist & Counsellor (Mem: MIECAT, PACFA) For further enquiries and bookings T: 4942 4171 / [email protected]

☼ Term 3, Kids Art Club with Rosemary Payne: 5 – 8 years / Saturdays until 13 September, 10am-12pm. For children 5 – 8 years. $110 per child, includes materials and morning tea each week. Artspace Mackay Seminar Room, Civic Centre Precinct, Gordon Street.

☼ Term 3, Kids Art Club with Rosemary Payne: 9 – 13 years / Saturdays until 13 September, 2pm – 4pm. For children 9 – 13 years. $110 per child, includes materials and morning tea each week. Artspace Mackay Seminar Room, Civic Centre Precinct, Gordon Street.

☼ FUSE - film fusion / Saturdays 10am - 2pm, until 25 October Regular Saturday workshops for young people, culminating in a public screening/performance of work created. Explore experimental and documentary film, dance, sound, poetry, music, creative writing, photography, drawing. Includes intensive sessions over the school holidays. Ages 13 - 26. Cost: $110 for all 20+ sessions. Discounts for same family members. Held at Crossroad Arts, The Parish Hall Loft, Cnr Gordon and Wood Sts, Mackay, Contact Crossroad Arts for further information: ph: 4953 5122 or e-mail [email protected]

☼ Professional Development: Australian Copyright Council - 2008 Training Program The Australian Copyright Council is an independent non-profit organisation that provides information, advice and training about copyright in Australia. The Australian Copyright Council is running its 2008 Training Program in Brisbane in September and October 2008. The training sessions provide information on copyright essentials: creators' reputation rights, recent developments, websites; licenses for digital resources, protecting and exploiting rights, permissions and clearances, compliance procedures and policies and much more! For further information, visit www.copyright.org.au or contact the Australian Copyright Council by email [email protected]

☼ Flying Arts Two-day workshop: Mixed Media painting workshop coming to Mackay Pioneer Valley / September. Cost: $110 / $100 members for two days. Contact Lesley Kane 4958 5120 / [email protected] to register your interest.

☼ The Magic of Mixed Media with Sarah Larsen / Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 September, 9am – 3pm Flying Arts tutor Sarah Larsen will conduct this exciting, high energy workshop incorporating figurative and landscape themes. A smorgasbord of techniques and approaches will cater for all skill levels. Demonstrations and exercises will familiarize participants with the media, culminating in at least one complete large work. Held at the Arts Centre, 18 Beach Ave, Queens Beach, Bowen. Cost: $100 members, $110 non members. Contact Pamela Sellars 47861498 (after 7pm) / [email protected]

☼ 2 Day Workshop: The Magic of Mixed Media / 6 & 7 September, 9am – 3pm Arts Centre, Beach Ave, Bowen. ‘The Magic of Mixed Media’ with Sarah Larsen, incorporating figurative and landscape themes. Demonstrations & exercises culminating in at least one complete large work. All skill levels. Contact Pamela 47861498 (after 7 pm) / [email protected]

☼ Experiential & Create Arts Therapy program - Women Weaving Wisdom / Monthly 4 session series 1st Saturday month commencing 6 September, 2pm - 5pm. Commencing in Spring a women's circle attending creatively to life's experiences, fostering personal and collective wisdom, vision and skills for life's journey through this time. Women have long come together to share work, create, gather food, tell stories, heal wounds, teach, learn and deepen friendships. Making objects of function and beauty they shared encouragement and support. Simply being together in a creative space storying, laughing, crying, resting we too can tend community and foster women's collective wisdom. We will draw, sculpt, write, sing, move, meditate, vision. 'Empowering women's journey.' Fee: $180. Concessions available. Mackay Masonic Centre, Cnr Wood St & 9th Ln, Mackay. Facilitator: Judith Grieve, Creative Arts Therapist & Counsellor (Mem: MIECAT, PACFA) For further enquiries and bookings 4942 4171 / [email protected]

☼ BMA Kidspace / Tuesday 9 September, 10am - 2pm, continuing monthly (9 September, 14 October, 11 November). A gallery of fun for under fives, their parents and carers proudly presented by BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance. 10am-2pm > Drop-in free artist run activities and gallery tours; 12pm-1pm > Live music with Rubberband, Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music. For more information contact Artspace Mackay, p. 07 4961 9722.

NEW ☼ Oral History Collection and Management with Lesley Jenkins / Thursday 11 – Friday 12 September, 10am – 4.30pm. Learn how to produce and manage professional oral history collections with Brisbane’s Lesley Jenkins, member of the Oral History Association of Art Queensland Inc, on September 11-12. Guest speaker Christine Smallwood, of Sarina, will also share the knowledge and wealth of experience she has acquired by working closely with indigenous Australians over the past 18 years. Old Town Hall, 63 Sydney Street Mackay. To register your interest in this workshop contact the Arts Development Officer, Mackay Regional Council 1300 622 529 / [email protected] This workshop is supported by the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF). The RADF is a joint Queensland Government and Mackay Regional Council partnership to support local arts and culture.

☼ Weekend Acting Workshops / Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September Kucom Theatre presents a weekend of acting workshops on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September, conducted by visiting professional actor and director JASAN SAVAGE, a former member of the Royal Shakespeare Company and teacher of drama at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA). The workshops will be interactive so places are limited. For more information and application forms contact Kucom Theatre on 0408 980 022 / [email protected].

☼ Environmental Sculpture - Earthworks with Flying Arts tutor Wanda Bennett / 13 - 14 September A two-day workshop using natural ‘found’ materials. Participants will create temporary and permanent pieces of artwork. Beginners Welcome! Campwin Beach. Cost: $110 / $100 members for two days. For more information and to register contact Hayley Hemsworth 4956 7272 / [email protected].

NEW ☼ Artspace Mackay Evening Lecture Series / Every Wednesday, 17 September - 8 October, 6pm – 8pm. Artspace Mackay presents a month of evening lectures on art appreciation and art history. Saturday 17 September: Professor Sasha Grishin, Head of Art History, Australian National University presents Iconography as a tool for the reading of art objects. Saturday 24 September: Michael Wardell, Director, Artspace Mackay presents The use of humour in contemporary art. Saturday 1 October: Dr Courtney Pedersen, Subject Area Coordinator, Creative Industries Faculty, Queensland University of Technology presents The development of feminist art. Saturday 8 October: Associate Professor Anneke Silver, Lecturer, James Cook University presents An overview of 20th century art movements. Fee: $12 per lecture or $40 for entire series / Enthusiasts $10 per lecture or $30 for entire series. To book contact Artspace Mackay on p. 07 4961 9722

☼ The Power of Light with Larry Blovits (from Michigan USA) / Friday 19 – Sunday 21 September, Friday 7 – 10pm; Saturday & Sunday 9am – 4pm. This art workshop will be concentrating on strengthening your images using your knowledge of light. Larry will be using pastels, but attendees are welcome to use any medium. He will be doing a demonstration only on the Friday night. A retired art professor, Larry’s website is www.larryblovits.com Fee: $150 (members) / $165 (non-members). Held by Mackay Art Society at their hall in Snow Wright Court, Beaconsfield. Only a few places left. For more information please phone Maree Angus 4956 4489.

☼ Creative Industries Talks / Saturday 20 September, 10am – 2pm Representatives from major tertiary institutions including Queensland College of Art, Brisbane; James Cook University, Townsville and; Central Queensland Institute of TAFE, Mackay discuss folio preparation, study options and career opportunities. A valuable information session for school leavers or anyone wishing to pursue study in the field of visual arts/creative industries. Light lunch provided. To book contact Artspace Mackay (07) 4957 1722.

☼ Contemporary Voice Workshop / Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 September Presented by Irene Bartlett (Master of Music Studies - Queensland Conservatorium of Music, Griffith University) Lecturer at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music and Specialist in Vocal Health and Voice Training. Irene will instruct adolescent and adult voices in the correct and safe technique required for Contemporary Voice. The Workshop will be presented by The Margaret Harvison Vocal Studio and is available to all students and adults in the Mackay Community. This Workshop has been made possible with support from the Regional Arts Development Fund. The Regional Arts Development Fund is a State and Local Government Partnership in regional arts and cultural development. For further information please contact - Margaret Harvison Tel: 4953 4971 / [email protected]

☼ So You Think You Can Dance Workshop / Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 September, 2008 Experience dance in a variety of techniques & styles with four of Australia's top dancers. Demi, Marco, Kate and Anthony- Four of the top twenty performers from the hit dance show "So You Think You Can Dance" will be conducting a 2 day workshop in Mackay. Mackay Basketball Stadium, Juliet Street, Mackay. Contact David or Julie Seymour of Latino Rhythms, on 0429 461 791 for more information.

☼ Acrylics for Beginners / Fortnightly on Mondays, 29 September – 24 November 9am - 3pm This workshop is for beginners and others who want to learn about tone and how to mix colours. Following the structured exercises participants will then work towards individual expression. Scout Hall Sarina. Cost $150. For more information or to register contact Marilyn Bliss 4956 2618 / [email protected]

☼ Holiday Theatre Craft Workshops at Crossroad Arts / 29 September – 3 October, 10am - 3 pm. Holiday workshops in voice, physical theatre, mask, puppetry and creative play at Crossroad Arts. June /July students said: "This is magic!" "Thank you for the best week ever!" Week 2: 29th September - 3rd October, 10am – 3 pm, Ages: 6 – 13 (Times and ages negotiable for group bookings.) $150 per week, per student. Held at Crossroad Arts, The Parish Hall Loft, Cnr Gordon and Wood Sts, Mackay, Contact Crossroad Arts: ph 07 4953 5122 / [email protected]

☼ Flying Arts Two-day workshop: Mixed Media painting / September Mackay Pioneer Valley. Cost: $110 / $100 members for two days. Contact Lesley Kane 4958 5120 / [email protected] to register your interest.

☼ Call for Papers: Public Memory Research Centre Conference 2009 / Submissions close 30 September 2008. Legacies 09, Public Memory Research Centre's 2009 Conference is to be held at the University of Southern Queensland, on 13 and 14 February 2009. Keynote speakers include Sylvia Lawson, Writer, Historian, Cultural Critic; and Professor Marilyn Lake, Historian, La Trobe University. Under the general theme of 'Legacies', the conference invites submissions for individual papers and proposals for panel sessions or group presentations in the areas of:

* Culture, retrieval and revival * Memory and the practice of everyday life * History, ideology and refashioning the past * Colonialism and its aftermaths * Indigenous, ethnic and multicultural memories * Public memory and national identities * Memory and myth * Public memory as false consciousness

Please direct abstracts (300 words) or conference enquiries to Dr Brian Musgrove, phone 07 4631 1043 email [email protected] Dr Lara Lamb, phone 07 4631 1069 email [email protected]

☼ Mackay Fibre Arts Workshops / October 2008 Mackay Fibre Arts Association will be holding the following workshop in October – Sculptural fibre weaving with Wanda Bennett. If you are interested in attending please contact Verena on 4953 2090 or Helen on 4942 2269.

☼ Disaster Planning for Cultural Collections - Brisbane / Wednesday 1 October 2008 Disaster Planning for Cultural Collections is a one-day workshop presented by Kim Morris, AICCM Conservator of the Year 2006. This is a course recommended for managers and staff responsible for cultural collections in libraries, museums, art galleries and archives that do not have a current Disaster Response Plan. The course presents a strategic approach to developing an effective Disaster Response Plan and sets the plan in the context of practical risk management. A broken water pipe can cause as much damage to a valuable cultural collection as a serious flood or cyclone. Is your organisation prepared? For further information, visit www.caval.edu.au

☼ Interpretation Australia National Conference / October 2008 Hearts and Minds, Interpretation Australia's 2008 National Conference is to be held at the Adelaide Hilton, South Australia over three stimulating and program-packed days from 27 to 29 October 2008. Hearts and Minds is about finding new ways to connect the emotional with the rational to create visitor experiences that inform, inspire and influence. Some of the topics to be explored include interpretation for children and families, connecting stories and things to really big ideas, communicating the deeply personal, using the skills of the theatre to construct great experiences, and how interpretation and brand work together. For further information, visit www.interpretationaustralia.asn.au Early bird registration closes 31 August 2008.

☼ Holiday Art Workshop / Wednesday 1 October, 10am – 12pm & 2pm – 4pm Artspace Mackay Seminar Room. Art for children aged 8 – 12 years. Bookings essential. $20 per child ($10 subsequent siblings)

☼ Artspace-To-Go Holiday Art Workshop / Thursday 2 October, 10am – 12pm Venue tbc. Art for children aged 8 – 12 years. Bookings essential. $20 per child ($10 subsequent siblings)

☼ Art at the Heart Regional Arts Australia National Conference / 3 – 5 October

NEW ☼ Wheel Thrown Clay Objects with Grant Hodges / 4 & 5 October, 9am - 3pm This Flying Arts workshop is very hands-on which engages beginner to expert clay artists. Cost: $110 non members; $100 members (2 days). Pioneer Potters clubhouse, North Mackay. Contact Robyn Loadsman 49576255 (9am - 4pm Wednesdays).

NEW ☼ South East Queensland Small Museums Conference / 10 - 12 October Looking Forward Looking Back, the South East Queensland Small Museums Conference will be held in from 10 to 12 October 2008. The 2008 conference theme focuses on bringing back the basics and introducing new ideas to take the museums of South East Queensland into the future. The conference begins on Friday 10 October at 5.30pm with the opening function at the Kingaroy Information, Art and Heritage Precinct, Haly Street, Kingaroy (opposite the Peanut Silos). It continues on Saturday 11 October through to Sunday 12 October in the Apex Room of the Kingaroy Senior Citizens Complex, on the corner of Avoca and Kingaroy Streets. The conference dinner is to be held on Saturday night at the Historic Whipbird Chapel, Coolabunia. Speakers include: Bill Kitson – “the beginning” mapping and surveying; Buddy Thomson – “tracing back the people and history of Homestead”; Vicki Warden – “preservation as opposed to restoration”; Dr Jan King, Topaz Museum Consultants - "does your Collection make your museum look cluttered – clear the clutter and reveal the hidden stories"; Norm Horton and Sarah Moynihan, Feral Arts - "affordable digital story telling in the museum and involving schools in the process"; Sandra Morgan and Robyn Hofmeyer - screening of film “Back Down Mango Avenue”; Zoe Scott – "Exhibitions: cheap & cheerful - tips and techniques". For further information regarding the conference or registration, please contact Maria Thoumine, Kingaroy Heritage Museum on 07 4162 6275 or email [email protected] To download the registration form, visit www.magsq.com.au If you or your organisation is a member of Museums Australia, you may be eligible to apply for an MAQ 2008 Professional Development Bursary to attend this conference. Download the application form and guidelines at www.magsq.com.au/maq_application

NEW ☼ Advanced Drawing Masterclass with Anneke Silver / 11 & 12 October, 10am - 4pm Flying Arts workshop emphasis on expression, interpretation, construction, measurement and drawing from life with model. Cost: $130 non-members; $120 members (2 days). Gargett CWA Hall, Jim Moule Street, Gargett. Contact Lesley Kane 49585024 (w) 49585120 (h).

NEW ☼ Sculptural Fibre Weaving with Wanda Bennett / 18 October Mackay Fibre Arts Workshop to be held at Pitkin House, Pitkin Street, Walkerston. Phone Helen 49422269 or Verena 49532090 for details.

NEW ☼ Absolute Beginners: Painting with Irene Coburn / Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 October, 10am – 4pm Following on from her two-day beginners drawing class, Irene will take students through the basics of painting in acrylics including: mixing colours, applications etc. The emphasis will be having a go and enjoying yourself, showing that it is possible for anyone to learn how to paint! Part of the Artspace Mackay 2008 Weekend Workshop Program. Artspace Mackay presents a series of two-day, one-off adult workshops on weekends throughout 2008. These workshops are designed to introduce participants to a wide range of art-making processes. Facilitated by talented local artists, these workshops will encourage students to experiment and have fun whilst learning valuable techniques. Venue: Mackay Town Hall, 63 Sydney Street, Mackay. Fee: $110 / concession $100.00 (inc. GST). To book contact Artspace Mackay (07) 4961 9722

☼ Applying to Foundations – presented by Australia Business Arts Foundation - BRISBANE / Thursday 6 November, 9.30am – 1pm. This half day workshop will show you how to identify good-fit foundations and uncover 'hidden' foundations, understand what an organisation needs to attract grants, structure and formulate an effective submission, and examine strategies for building and managing productive relationships. This workshop is suitable for staff and board members of not-for-profit arts and cultural organisations. Individual artists and organisations without deductible gift recipient (DGR) and Tax Concession Charity (TCC) status are welcome to attend, however, please note that the majority of foundations can only make grants to non-profit organisations which have DGR and TCC status. Venue: Brisbane. Cost: $90

NEW ☼ Arts Connecting Communities Skills Development Workshops with the Australia Business Arts Foundation (AbaF) / Thursday 6 – Friday 7 November, 9.30am – 4.30pm. A two day workshop facilitated by AbaF and supported by their National Principal Partner for the Arts Connecting Communities Program: Toyota Community Spirit. Learn how to develop a draft business case for your organisation or project; and then how to use this as a basis to develop strategic approaches to engage local business for support and/or collaboration. Old Town Hall, 63 Sydney Street Mackay. To register your interest in this workshop contact the Arts Development Officer, Mackay Regional Council 1300 622 529 / [email protected] This workshop is provided to you by the Mackay Regional Council with assistance from the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF). The RADF is a joint Queensland Government and Mackay Regional Council partnership to support local arts and culture.

☼ Museums, Tourism and Visitor Experience Conference / November 2008 Rotorua Museum, New Zealand will be hosting the Museums Tourism and Visitor Experience Conference. The conference will be addressing the themes of museums, tourism and visitor experience. From the earliest European arrivals, visitors from around the world have marvelled at the geothermal and cultural wonders of this area and today there are over 2.5 million visitors a year. It will provide the opportunity for the museum sector to engage with the tourism sector and enable both to learn more about each other and about the challenges, opportunities and responsibilities of being involved in cultural tourism. Outstanding keynote speakers have been invited to share their perspectives and experiences while workshop sessions will enable smaller groups to discuss ideas and issues in a less formal environment. The conference will be held from 24-28 November 2008. For further information, visit www.intercom2008.co.nz Early bird registration has been extended to 31 August.

Please see the Art is in Calendar for an extensive list of weekly workshops. If you would like to receive a copy of the Art is in Calendar, please send your mailing address via email to [email protected].

3. Work and Opportunities…

☼ Pottery Workshop Equipment For Sale Expressions of Interest are being sought for the purchase of the following pottery workshop equipment: • 4 burner AFC gas kiln • Venco de Airing PVA Mill-Mark II • Deairing Pug Mill • Ohaus Scale – Triple Beam Balance • Hot Face Fibre (7.3m) • Assorted Kiln Shelves • Underglazes For more information and pricing contact Leonie Wood, 4955 1024.

☼ Opportunity for young person to learn sound editing Crossroad Arts are a dynamic multi arts not for profit organization who work with young people in theatre, music, film, dance, visual arts and writing. Currently we are looking for a committed and energetic young person between the ages of 15 to 26 to learn in a mentorship capacity under our sound editor on the post production of the radio play called Caravans. The person would learn the rudiments of sound editing applying SFX using Cubebase and Logic software. This is a unique one off opportunity for someone who is passionate about sound editing and wants to get involved in youth arts. The period would be for 4 hrs per week for 12 weeks. The person would then be encouraged to join Crossroad Arts FUSE multi media program. The editing sessions will take place at Crossroad Arts, The Parish Hall Loft, Cnr Gordon and Wood Sts, Mackay, Contact Crossroad Arts: 07 4953 5122 / [email protected]

NEW ☼ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Board – National Consultations / Until September The Australia Council for the Arts’ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Board is reviewing its key organisations funding program and the Indigenous arts infrastructure. This review is called Making Solid Ground. A discussion paper and a national series of roundtable discussions seek input from people and organisations with an interest in support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists. The Australia Council welcomes your response. Please confirm if you are attending by contacting Mark Stapleton on 1800 226 912 (freecall) or 02 9215 9014 or [email protected] National consultations are being held from August-September 2008 Further information: www.australiacouncil.gov.au/makingsolidground

☼ Far North Queensland Contractor for Creative Production Hubs in Queensland / Offer Closes: Thursday 21 September 2008, 2pm. Arts Queensland invites proposals from suitably qualified contractors to undertake planning, regional research, consultation and project development in the Far North Queensland area to contribute to the development of Creative Production Hubs in Queensland.

This project will investigate the potential for producer hubs that can act as an interface between creators and presenters, servicing independent / small group artists in all areas of their work: networking, audience development, tour coordination, audience development, administrative, production and marketing, thus enabling the artists to focus on the creative side of their work.

The successful contractor will need to demonstrate: • Track record and knowledge on performing arts producing and touring: particularly in the independent and small to medium sectors. • Significant networks and contacts across relevant and appropriate stakeholders in north and far north Queensland • Superior writing, analytical and communication skills • Ability to complete project within mutually agreed timeframe and budget

For further information, please refer to the Queensland Government’s e-tender website: www.qgm.qld.gov.au E-tender Reference: AQ 015/2008

☼ Third Artists’ Camp at Bunginderry / 4 - 11 October Artist, Annabel Tully lives and works on Bunginderry, a cattle and sheep property west of Quilpie. With Brisbane artist, Noel Miller, she is holding the second Annual Artists Camp at Bunginderry this year. Artists from experienced to beginners are invited to stay at Bunginderry and share the experience of painting the surrounding country, including the Grey Range and Channel Country. Annabel Tully has made this a retreat for artists who love the outback. Artists will stay in basic but comfortable shearers quarters which has a huge common area. Each day they will visit a different place to paint in the open air. Noel Miller will facilitate the five day artists camp. Noel has painted with Annabel in western Queensland and appeared with her in the ABC documentary series, Painting Australia. This is not a workshop. It is an opportunity for artists to work with and learn from each other and to use new media in their work. For more information on costs and materials required, and to register contact [email protected] Learn more about Annabel on: www.annabeltully.com and Noel on www.noelmiller.com

☼ Vibewire calling youth writers for performance Vibewire.net is in the process of launching a new part of its website for emerging and established scriptwriters, playwrights and screenwriters. No experience is necessary but writers must be from 18 - 30 and able to finely craft a stage or screen script to publishable standard. All genres are accepted. If you have been working on a script that just isn't coming together and feel that a bit of feedback is needed, Vibewire.net is more than happy to workshop the piece with you. This call for submissions is an open one; work is accepted throughout the year. For submissions and questions please email Vibewire or visit Vibewire.net to find out more about this not-for-profit youth media and arts organisation. Email: [email protected] / Website: http://www.vibewire.net/

☼ Interested artists wishing to explore pathways for entry into the MCA degree / October The School of Visual & Performing Arts from the University of Tasmania announces a unique opportunity to develop your creative talents in a dynamic arts environment through postgraduate study. We are now offering places in our postgraduate course ‘Master of Contemporary Arts’ to the Queensland region in February 2009, so artists do not have to relocate to undertake study. Professor Vincent McGrath, Head, School of Visual and Performing Arts at the University of Tasmania, will be visiting Mackay early in October 2008 to meet with interested artists wishing to explore pathways for entry into the MCA degree. Study in the Master of Contemporary Arts (MCA) is undertaken externally [by distance] through the highly prestigious Academy of the Arts at the Launceston campus. This challenging and creative program provides professional studio/workplace-oriented experiences that will extend your understanding and appreciation of arts-related concepts, propositions and contemporary professional practices, assisting in new opportunities for work in the creative industries. Entry into the Master of Contemporary Arts postgraduate study is offered twice a year, with study starting in February and July. If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity and arrange for a meeting with Professor McGrath while in Mackay, please contact: UTAS Queensland Postgraduate Field Officer [Marketing & Recruitment] Ann Williams-Fitzgerald on 4957 7505 or [email protected] to discuss pathways for entry into the MCA degree. For further information on the School of Visual and Performing Arts visit our website at: http://www.acadarts.utas.edu.au or telephone 03 6324 4400. Academy of the Arts - Developing Creative Intelligence

☼ Opportunity: International Field School in Museums & Sustainable Heritage Development Vietnam / 6 - 21 December. The International Field School in Museums and Sustainable Heritage Development offered by the Museum Studies Program at UQ aims to provide first-hand experience to graduate students and Professional Development Program participants in locating culture in sustainable development in a rapidly globalising world. Museums and heritage places are considered in the context of sustainable economic, environmental and social development, with a focus on documented case studies and real-life examples in Vietnam. Participants will consider how museums, cultural institutions, and heritage tourism can play a role in the revitalisation of local culture and economy, and how international conventions for heritage protection, governance structures, and local area planning intersect within holistic heritage management frameworks. The course provides a critical introduction to cultural mapping, gender and youth issues in community engagement, poverty alleviation and Millennium Development Goals. It also examines the challenges posed by the conflicts between conservation and development, particularly in World Heritage Areas. This Field School provides practical field experience not only to graduate students and researchers in museum, heritage and environmental studies, practicing museum and heritage professionals, but will also be of interest to those involved in archaeology, anthropology, planning, postcolonial studies, sustainable development and cultural heritage law. It is also offered as an Advanced Study Option for researchers. Past participants include Doctoral candidates and Post Doctoral Fellows from major universities in the USA, Canada, Australia, UK, China, Korea, Vietnam and Europe. The International Field School is offered in partnership with the local, provincial and national cultural institutions and their respective Vietnamese authorities. For further information, visit www.uq.edu.au

☼ Call For Artists: Strand Ephemera 2009 / Proposals due by Friday 12 December 2008, 5pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery is calling for proposals from artists to participate in Strand Ephemera 2009. Strand Ephemera is a sculpture exhibition along Townsville’s 2km Strand, held from 4 – 14 September 2009. For more information contact 4727 9673 / [email protected]

4. Grants and Funding

☼ Pushed for time? Volunteers don’t have the time to search out suitable grants, and then write a winning application. For assistance with your Grant Writing & Grant Searches Go to www.fundraisingbuddy.com.au/html/grants.htm

☼ Money for Visual Artists The new edition of NAVA's popular publication Money for Visual Artists, which lists national and international the competitions, awards and prizes is now available for purchase online or over the phone on (02) 9368 1900. Further information: www.visualarts.net.au

☼ MAQ Professional Development Bursaries 2008 / Closing date: first day of every month until funds are expended. If you are an individual or organisational member of Museums Australia, you are eligible to apply for the following bursaries to support your professional development. A. Grants for individual museum or gallery volunteers to attend seminars, conferences or courses. B. Grants for individual museum or gallery paid staff as assistance to attend professional development opportunities.

To download the Guidelines and Application Form go to www.magsq.com.au For more information, contact Kate Mathers, MAQ Membership Officer, phone (Mondays) 07 3215 0840 or email [email protected]

☼ RGAQ Professional Development Bursaries 2008 / Closing date: first day of every month until funds are expended. If you are an individual or organisational member of Regional Galleries Association of Queensland, you are eligible to apply for the following bursaries to support your professional development. A. Grants for individual gallery or museum volunteers to attend seminars, conferences or courses. B. Grants for individual gallery or museum paid staff as assistance to attend professional development opportunities. To download the Guidelines and Application Form go to www.rgaq.org.au For more information, contact Kate Mathers, RGAQ Membership Officer, phone (Mondays) 07 3215 0840, or email [email protected]

NEW ☼ Arts Queensland Art at the Heart Travel Grants / Closes 12 September. Arts Queensland has a limited amount of funds to assist delegates attending the Art At The Heart Regional Arts Australia National Conference in Alice Springs, 2 – 5 October 2008. Guidelines and an application form are attached and will also be available at www.arts.qld.gov.au

☼ Indigenous Small Grants / Next Assessment date is 14 October Indigenous Small Grants provides an opportunity for Indigenous organisations and organisations that work with young Indigenous people and communities to support new initiatives or expand existing successful initiatives. Funds are available for initiatives that enhance youth participation or create opportunities for the development of young people aged 12-25 years. Applications will be accepted from non-profit organisations (including local government and schools). If your organisation is not an Indigenous organisation please provide information of your organisation’s experience in working with Indigenous people and organisations. To download guidelines and an application form please go to: http://www.youngaustralians.org/fund/ya_fund_indigenous_small_grants.asp Applications can be made at any time. Grants offer a maximum of $5,000.

☼ Queensland Arts Council and Heritage Building Society Arts Partnership Fund / Round 4: Closing 1st November for activities January - June 2009 inclusive. Queensland Arts Council and Heritage Building Society Arts Partnership Fund presents an opportunity for regional communities wanting to celebrate their way of life! All Local Arts Councils affiliated with Queensland Arts Council and not-for-profit, incorporated organisations in Queensland regional communities having a Heritage Building Society branch or mini-branch are eligible to apply. See www.qac.org.au for more information.

☼ LAUNCH: Clayton Utz Travelling Scholarship / December 2008 LAUNCH consists of two bursaries each totaling $5,000 for artists based in Queensland (or with a close connection to the state) who are building a career in the visual arts in the areas of painting, photography, drawing or wall based practice. The scholarship provides assistance towards professional development and aims to promote audience development. The bursaries will be awarded twice in 2008, one in July and one in December. An exhibition of 25 shortlisted artworks will accompany each of the bursaries. The 25 finalists' artworks will also be featured in a catalogue that will complement the LAUNCH exhibitions held at Metro Arts and Clayton Utz Brisbane. If you are a practicing artist who is interested in applying for LAUNCH: ROUND 1 please click here to view the Scholarship information and application form. The scholarship is generously supported by Clayton Utz Brisbane and managed by Positive Solutions. For more information please contact: Positive Solutions 07 3891 3872 or [email protected].

5. ebulletin Tid Bits…

Mental Health Week 5 – 11 October Mackay Regional Mental Health Network & Rotary Club of Mackay North Inc. Presents…

Wheel-A-Thon, Exhibits & BBQ Sunday 5 October – 3.00pm to 6.00pm Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens. Come and join us for this fun family event to celebrate Mental Health Week.

Free Sausage Sizzle - Service Provider Displays - Face Painting - Laughter workshop - Prizes

Schedule of events 2.45pm Wheel-A-Thon Assembly in the gardens off Ram Chandra Pl (Islander Hut side of the Gardens). 3.15pm Wheel-A-Thon Start (The Wheel-A-Thon will end on the Botanic gardens front lawn. Lagoon St). 4.00pm Unheard Voices 4.15pm Zinzabar Drummers 4.15pm Laughter Workshop 4.30pm Tai Chi Workshop 4.30pm Belly Dancing Workshop 5.00pmUnheard Voices 5.15pm Wheel-A-Thon prizes awarded 5.50pm Unheard Voices

• Community members are invited to enter the Wheel-A-Thong • as an individual or a team of up to 4 people. • Please compete & return Participants Registration form before the 25th of September 2008 to [email protected] or fax to 4953 2298. You can enter the Wheel-A-Thon as an individual or team of up to 4 people You can participate in the judging categories if you like or just come along as yourself You are welcome as an observer if you don’t want to participate in the Wheel-A-Thon

Wheel-A-Thon Entrants will be judged in the following categories: - Most Symbolic of Recovery in Motion - Most Colourful - Most Creative - Most Entertaining

Please take the following into consideration when designing your wheel-a-thon vehicle - No motorised vehicles please - Teams can be 1 to 4 people - The path is only 2 meters wide - There is a tunnel 2 meters wide x 2 meters high - Trees and other plants overhang along the path - Some parts of the path are rough - Wheel-A-Thon assembly point is in the gardens off Ram Chandra Pl (Islander Hut side of the Gardens) - The Wheel-A-Thon will finish on the Botanic Gardens front lawn, Lagoon St Please compete and return this form before the 25th of September 2008 to [email protected] or fax 4953 2298.

Relevant organisations are invited to hold a stall at this event. Please compete & return Stall Holder Registration form before the 25th of September 2008 to [email protected] or fax 4953 2298.

• - No power or water supplied • - Please set your stall up between 12.00pm & 3.00pm • - The stalls will be located on the front lawn of the Botanic Gardens (Lagoon Street) • - Vehicles are not permitted on the Botanic Gardens front lawn • - Short term parking available for loading and unloading • - Parking not available in the Botanic Gardens car park • - All stall holders are responsible for the preparation and cleaning of there area before and after the event

Mental Health Week is a reminder for us all to: • Be Kind to yourself and others • Balance Work and leisure Time • Appreciate the Good in Life • Make time each day to look after your mental health

For more information www.mackayrecoveryinmotion.com.au or email: [email protected]

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6. Community Showcase…

Don’t miss out on seeing what some of our region’s year 12 visual art students have been doing over the last 12 months…

Mackay North State High School Annual Year 12 Visual Art Student Exhibition / 13 - 31 October; Opening Night Thursday 16 October, 6.30pm. This exhibition of work from MNSHS year 12 art students, held at the Mackay City Library, relates to the themes of excess and restraint, symbols and objects, and ritual. Encouragement awards chosen by a guest judge will be presented during the opening night. Food and drinks will be available and entertainment will be provided by the North Mackay State High School String Quartet. For more information contact Kerry Smith, Mackay North State High School on 49631702.

** Look out for an artwork of a girl on a bike by Khara Duerhof. This work was the Winner of The Creative Generation of the Arts Exhibition and will be hung at GOMA in Brisbane in 2009!!

Mirani State High School Year 12 Visual Art Student Showcase: ID Exhibition / Official opening with wine and cheese Monday 13 October, 7pm. Exhibition runs until 30 October. After the huge success of the first Senior exhibition in 2007, the Mirani High Year 12 Visual Art Students of 2008 are pleased to invite you to their Graduating Exhibition. Tracey Heathwood, Public Programs Officer, Artspace Mackay will be opening the exhibition Monday 13 October. Gargett Gallery, Jim Moule St. Gargett.

Stephanie Botefuhr acrylic paint, oil stick, marker and grattage on canvas From her folio based on the beauty of the female curve

Working on an interesting arts project? Been somewhere or done something you would like to share with our arts community?

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