Green Dreams: Protecting Our World
An exhibition by Toorak Art Studio
Oct 21 – Nov 10
*Gallery will also be open during Sat Nov 2, Sun Nov 3, Sat Nov 9 and Sun Nov 10
Toorak Art Studio presents Green Dreams, an inspiring exhibition showcasing the voices of young artists, aged 6 to 12, as they explore the urgent environmental challenges of our time. Through a variety of mediums, these children express their hopes and concerns for the future, celebrating the beauty and fragility of the natural world.
Opening Celebration
Friday, Nov 1, 6 – 8 pm
Please RSVP: [email protected]
Kinross Arts Centre
603 Toorak Road, Toorak.
Ph 9829 0340 | kinrossarts.org.au | E [email protected]
Ursula Betka
Margaret Gibson
Madonna – Wisdom, Grace and Compassion
Nov 18 – Dec 6, 2024
Gallery will also be open on Sat, Nov 23 and Sat, Nov 30 with the artists.
*Our exhibition has been made possible by the generous support of an anonymous donor.
This exhibition presents a thoughtful exploration of the rich tradition of European sacred art, presenting the Madonna as a symbol of divine grace, wisdom, and compassion. Ursula Betka and Margaret Gibson, both esteemed iconographic artists, bring together Renaissance-inspired and Byzantine-influenced works, articulating the Madonna’s enduring spiritual resonance across different cultural and artistic traditions. Utilizing the time-honoured techniques of egg tempera painting and decorative gilding on wood panel, these sacred artworks invite contemplation of the inherent virtues embodied by the Madonna.
Opening Celebration and Book Launch
Friday, Nov 22, 6 – 8 pm
With master of ceremonies Mary McGillivray, art historian and content creator; and guest speaker Caroline Field, Curator of the ACU Art Collection.
RSVP required: [email protected]
Kinross Arts Centre
603 Toorak Road, Toorak.
Ph 9829 0340 | kinrossarts.org.au | E [email protected]
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Friday, Nov 22, 6 – 8 pm
Dr. Ursula Betka presents her new book
Techniques of Painting and Gilding in Late Medieval and Early Renaissance Italy.
Egg Tempera and Gold Leaf on Wood Panel.
Ursula Betka (Nov. 2024)
This book concentrates on a genre of sacred painting on wood panels that flourished in Catholic Europe from the late-medieval era. Both historical and contemporary methodologies of egg tempera painting and decorative gilding are explored, along with the theological and historical meanings of sacred art in the Italian tradition. Cennino Cennini’s seminal text, Il Libro dell’Arte, written in the late-fourteenth century, provides a starting point for an exploration of workshop techniques and materials seen through the lens of the author’s own artistic practice, teaching and academic research.
Thursday, Nov 28.
Artist’s Demonstration by Dr. Ursula Betka
Session 1: 11am – 12pm
Egg tempera painting on wood, Gold leaf applications.
Admission $30
Limited space. Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/CVMCC
Session 2: 1 – 2pm
Repeat demonstration of Egg tempera painting on wood, Gold leaf applications.
Admission $30
Limited space. Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/CVMCC
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Centenary Concert of Reverend David Hodges AM.
The Director and Committee of Kinross Arts Centre, along with David Ross-Smith, invite you to a special Soirée at David’s home, (15 Watson Street, Glen Iris), on Sunday, October 27th at 4 pm. The event is a concert of David Hodges’ favourite music performed by members of the TUC Choir, students of David Ross-Smith, and guest opera artists Kate Amos (soprano) and Samuel Thomas-Holland (tenor). The program includes a diverse selection of music, from Handel arias to Scottish folk songs. Proceeds will support Kinross Arts Centre during this important milestone. Catering generously sponsored by Heather Martin.
Due to limited seating, booking is essential. Tickets are $35.00 or $30.00 concession.
To book, visit TryBooking https://www.trybooking.com/CVBJW or call David Ross-Smith on
0429 907 908
