Gecko Studio Gallery Newsletter April May 2019 2018 Gecko Studio Gallery presents Australian linocut artist Aileen Brown, born 1946, is a recognised print maker on the national scene. Her linocuts are distinguished by a particular and unique technical expertise. Aileen reaffirms the 1920’s practice of producing prints coloured from the block rather than hand coloured. This painstaking process has sometimes included as many as twelve different applications on each print with each needing to be situated exactly to ensure its perfect placement within the overall design. Aileen has had many solo exhibitions since 1986 as well as some book illustrations. Her works can be found in print collections at Bendigo Regional Gallery, State Libraries of Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales, Museum of Melbourne, Deakin and Melbourne University, and National Library of Australia. She also offers intensive linocutting classes at her Melbourne studio. Aileen’s linocuts demonstrate mastery of colour, composition and design, coupled with sensitivity and wit. Each limited edition linocut print is signed and numbered by Aileen Brown. Aileen also regularly exhibits at Artemis Gallery in South Yarra. This will be Aileen’s fourth exhibition at Gecko Studio Gallery - starting with exhibition #6 in 2007, exhibition #30 in 2009, exhibition #54 in 2011 and exhibition #82 in 2013. Enough water under the bridge - time to see what Aileen is creating now! Go to Aileen’s webpage (https://www.aileenbrown.com/ ) where she has lots of text and images showing the technical side to her linocut printmaking. 1 Aileen Brown 35. Dancing Hare. 2018. 40. Bluish Cat. 2018 7. Barn Owl Waiting 1. Vase of Hibiscus. 2018 2 EXHIBITIONS – Aileen Brown 1986 - Mornington Peninsula Arts Centre Acquisitive - Victoria 1987 - Fremantle Print Acquisitive - Western Australia - City Of Box Hill Acquisitive - Victoria - "The Childrens Picture Show II" - Regional Gallery, Penrith N.S.W - *Josef Lebovic Gallery - New South Wales 1988 - "Koalas Kangaroos & Kookaburras" - History of Australia Book Illustrations - Victoria and Albert Museum - London 1989 - Print Guild - Victoria - Jarman's Gallery - Victoria - *Caulfield Arts Complex - Victoria 1990 - Tynte Gallery - South Australia - The Women's Gallery - Victoria 1991 - Fremantle Print Acquisitive - Western Australia - *The Highway Gallery - Mount Waverly, Victoria - Eastgate Gallery - Victoria 1992 - *Blackwood Street Gallery - Meat Market Craft Centre, Victoria - Kensington Gallery - South Australia - City of Richmond Acquisitive Art Award 1993 - *The Little Circus" - Caulfield Arts Complex, Victoria 1994 - Qdos Gallery - Lorne, Victoria - *Caulfield Arts Complex, Victoria 1996 - *Caulfield Arts Complex, Victoria - Josef Lebovic Gallery - New South Wales 1997 - Joshua McClelland Print Room - Victoria - *Glen Eira City Gallery - Victoria 1998 - *Charles Hewitt Gallery - New South Wales 1999 - *Glen Eira City Gallery - Victoria 2000 - *Charles Hewitt Gallery - New South Wales 2001 - *Glen Eira City Gallery - Victoria 2003 - *Glen Eira City Gallery - Victoria 2005 - *Benalla Regional Gallery - *Artemis Gallery - South Yarra, Victoria 2007 - "The Art of the Dog" - Castlemaine Regional Gallery - *Artemis Gallery - South Yarra, Victoria - *Gecko Studio Gallery - Fish Creek2009 - *Artemis Gallery - South Yarra, Victoria - *Gecko Studio Gallery - Fish Creek 2011 - *Artemis Gallery - South Yarra, Victoria - *Gecko Studio Gallery - Fish Creek 2012 - Silk Cut Award - Glen Eira City Gallery 2013 - Artemis Gallery 2014 - Queenscliff Gallery and Workshop 2015 - Artemis Gallery BOOK ILLUSTRATION 1986 - "Flying South" text by Loretta Re. Limited edition 45. (Also published by Collins) 1989 - "Where's Mother?" text by Robert Holden. Limited edition 22. 1993 - "The Little Circus" text by Robert Holden. Limited edition 22. 2000 - "Eight Australian Animals" Limited edition 22. COLLECTIONS Bendigo Regional Gallery Print Collection Deakin University Collection State Library of Queensland National Library of Australia Museum of Victoria State Library of Victoria Melbourne University Library 3 State Library of New South Wales State Gallery of New South Wales Benalla Regional Gallery *indicates Solo Exhibitions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gecko Studio Gallery News What’s next? Exhibitions in the pipeline……(NB details may change before these exhibitions open) Exhibition # 132 'Round About - the circle show' - group exhibition. May 30 to July 15. Opening event between 6 and 8pm, Friday May 31 ********* ”””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””””” Gecko Studio Gallery is FOR SALE Well, the time has come.....after 12 years of Gecko, we have decided to put our beloved property and business on the market. Since renovating during winter of 2017 to install HeadQuarters cafe into the mix, we have worked extra hard to ensure Gecko has remained vibrant and unique, and we now feel we are ready to let go of the reins to pursue our art and artisan careers on a more full-time basis. Whilst we will be sad to say goodbye to the business and property, we intend to keep our framing business operating from our home in Fish Creek East....along with new ventures yet to be realised. Below is the wording scripted for the real estate advert....please feel free to share this around… ‘Situated in the heart of Fish Creek at 15 Falls Road, this unique property which has been the home of Gecko Studio Gallery for the past 12 years, is now available for sale. Sitting alongside the Fish Creek Memorial Hall, and opposite the local village park and playground, it is the ideal location. This stand alone commercial property houses a vibrant and busy contemporary art gallery with a recently installed cafe featuring a class 2 kitchen, a fully renovated attached residence, stunning private garden, separate studio workshop, storeroom with garage and a covered carport. The property is on mains water plus two 20,000 litre water tanks plumbed to laundry and toilets, a 3kw solar system, reverse cycle aircons in gallery, cafe and residence and a highly efficient Nectre wood heater. Along with a large glass shopfront entrance on the main street and a garden courtyard side entrance with an all access door, there is rear access to the property from Ryan St. The attached residence which has been operating as short term tourist accommodation in recent years - known as the ArtHouse, is a stylish, light filled modern cottage with beautifully maintained private garden. Gecko Studio Gallery has been instrumental as a key business in the artistic and cultural transformation of this small town, and is renowned for its presentation of quality art exhibitions, local artisan made wares and an extensive range of quality art materials. With the inclusion of the cafe after extensive renovations in July 2017, it is also a highly popular meeting place for locals and visitors alike. Offered as a going concern, with or without stock, equipment and fittings, this is a unique opportunity to make that lifestyle change and become part of a wonderful small and vibrant community.’ Kerry and Michael ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 4 “Headquarters” Café news Winter is well on the way. So, now, bring on the soups – along with delicious Boscastle pies, smashed avos, focaccias and other lovely treats. Headquarters is serving a unique wood roasted artisan coffee from Melbourne (Ricci Coffee); delicious teas (Calmer Sutra) including fresh chai; hot chocolates and cold drinks. Headquarters has a range of sweet and savoury foods to dine in or takeaway. keep an eye on the Gecko / Headquarters Facebook page and on Instagram. Open 9am to 4pm, Thursday through to Monday, i.e. closed Tuesday & Wednesday Headquarters soups +0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0+0=0! ● Gecko on Facebook - Keep up to date with our news and events on the Gecko Studio Gallery Facebook page. ● Framing quotes/ consultations – a reminder that it is wise where possible to make a time with Kerry for framing consultations and quotes. Kerry can be contacted on 0423 721 593 or at the Gallery (5683 2481). Kerry is not always at the gallery or we may have an event underway so it helps if you can book a time with Kerry. Especially now that we have the café. 5 ArtHouse accommodation Brought to you by Gecko Studio Gallery - the ArtHouse, fine accommodation in Fish Creek. Entering through the gate, guests are greeted by the lovely private garden filled with interesting plants and flowers and by the ancient apple tree in pride of place in the back yard. The ArtHouse offers guests a stunning and beautifully appointed cottage hidden away behind Gecko Studio Gallery in the heart of Fish Creek. The walls host an array of contemporary original artwork by renowned local artists for sale - your very own private gallery. With an open central living area, full kitchen, a generous sized bedroom and beautifully appointed bathroom, the ArtHouse is light filled, comfortable and cosy. Quality linen and bath towels are provided, just bring your beach towels. We also supply a portable cot with mattress protector, sheet and extra blankets. A library of artbooks and novels, an interesting dvd and cd collection and current art and style magazines have been collected for your enjoyment. Fish Creek is home to 4 galleries, and a suite of lovely cafes' including Gecko's very own coffee bar - HeadQuarters, Gibsons