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SUMMARY:Karen Neal
DESCRIPTION:Natural Connections\,\nPrints\, Paintings\, Ceramics and Artist Books by \nKaren Neal \n11th April to 19th May  \nMeet the Artist\nSaturday 2nd May 11am – 2pm \n“I am a Melbourne based artist working in my home studio in Melbourne’s outer eastern suburbs who enjoys working with many mediums predominantly printmaking. \nThe main printmaking processes I use are linocut\, monoprint and collagraph and occasionally botanical Eco printing\, cyanotype and dry point etching. \nMy work aims to celebrate and captures the local bird and plant species of my immediate environment\, whether it be at home\, my local reserves\, or places I have travelled. I aim to capture the essence of the natural world not only in subject matter but also in choice of materials\, sometimes incorporating elements found in nature into prints and paper sculptures. \nOver the last few years\, I have worked creating artist books\, both as sculptural forms and bound journals and have recently added ceramics to further explore the natural themes in my art practice. \nI regularly exhibit in solo and group gallery exhibitions” \nKaren Neal \n \n \n   \n                    
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LOCATION:Bolin Bolin Gallery\, 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria\, 3105\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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SUMMARY:Surface Tensions
DESCRIPTION: Surface Tensions\nAn exhibition featuring primarily ceramic art and also paintings by \nJennifer Sheridan\, Deb Gidley\, Anne Sfetkidis\, Eileen van Bavel\, Eva Vecciarelli\, Harry Kyriakou\, Josephine Cassar\, Leonie Magnuson\, Raelene Morley\, Shirley Busuttil \n7th March to 7th April\nExhibition Opening     5.30 to 7.30 12th March\nThis exhibition brings together a group of ten artists who share a communal studio in Eltham\, working across a range of practices. \nCeramic works vary from free-form sculptural pieces\, 2-dimensional wall art\, and functional homewares.  Paintings are strongly influenced by the beautiful bushland surrounding Eltham \nTogether\, the works reflect a balance between function and expression\, showing how practical objects and visual art can mesh beautifully together. \nBolin Bolin Gallery \nat Bulleen Art & Garden\n 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria 3105 Australia \nPhone  (03) 8850 3030 \nJosephine Cassar  \nJosephine Cassar is a ceramic artist and educator and works from her home studio in Naarm/Melbourne. Her ceramic practice\, spanning over 20 years\, has been a journey of discovery and creativity. \nHer technical development and creative expression have been moulded through workshops\, residencies and artistic interactions and collaborations with expert ceramicists and artists both overseas and in Australia. \n  \nJosephine grew up on the Mediterranean island of Malta where she spent her formative years surrounded by the ruins of neolithic temples and centuries old architecture and art. \nIn her artistic expression\, Josephine navigates between her cultural roots and her lived experience in Australia.  She takes a minimalist approach playing with textures and the random application of glazes as an integral part of the creative process. \n  \n  \nRaelene Morley \nSeated at her pottery wheel in Greensborough is Raelene’s happy place. She rarely has a predetermined shape in mind and this makes the joy of creating very real. Handbuilding is another time when the clay takes the lead and with gentle guidance the form grows from a block of stoneware clay. \nBeautiful functional shapes invite beautiful glazes and underglaze painting. No planning\, no sketches: just the flowing movement of a brush. Her love of gardening sits nicely beside her love of pottery creation. Colours\, shapes\, textures are all around her. Raelene is known for her bubble decorations that have such a natural\, rhythmic flow. She loves making vases\, bowls and plates. \n  \nRaelene has showcased her ceramics at markets\, the Diversarty and Creative Industries exhibitions in Eltham\, and has featured as a solo artist in the Eltham Library community art space. She believes that every day she pots is another day when she learns. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nJen Sheridan \nLike so many others\, Jen first fell for ceramics in high school. 45 years later\, arriving at a ceramics class in Eltham\, her hands still knew what to do. Over the last few years Jen has been a regular at the Eltham shared studio\, spent 3 weeks in a pottery studio in Japan\, and has exhibited her work several times. Focussing on handbuilding\, Jen uses coil and slab techniques to create works which are both functional and highly textured. Decorative elements often reflect the rocky soils and contours of the land. Each piece is finished with slips\, oxides and glazes using colours drawn from the Australian bush. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDebora Gidley \nDebora is a multidisciplinary artist working across painting\, ceramics and felting. Her work is colourful\, whimsical and often features animals. She focuses on strong colour\, clear forms and a sense of character in each piece. \nPainting and ceramics are her main mediums. Her paintings use layered colour and confident mark-making to create lively animal subjects. Her ceramic pieces are more art-focused than functional\, with sculptural forms and illustrated surfaces that give each work its own personality. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nLeonie Magnuson \nLeonie Jane has been a maker for as long as she can remember\, always experimenting and finding new ways to express herself. Working with clay for the past seven years\, she is drawn to its endless possibilities — how a simple lump of earth can be shaped into forms both functional and sculptural. She enjoys combining different clay bodies for their natural textures and often leaves surfaces unglazed\, allowing the material’s raw character to remain present. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nEileen van Bavel \nEileen has always loved painting and ceramics and is inspired by the amazing gum trees and flora surrounding Eltham . \nAnne Sfetkidis \n \nMy clay addiction began in the 70’s at the Carlton Arts Centre\, further fuelled by workshops at the old Northcote Pottery.\nI suppose I should mention that I taught ceramics and textiles in high school for about 40 years too.\nNext level addiction began at the Eltham Living & Learning Centre: best retirement move ever! I actually get to finish things now\, surrounded by an encouraging bunch of creatives. Sooo inspiring! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nShirley Busuttil \nAfter a thirty-year hiatus\, Montmorency-based artist Shirley has \nreturned to her lifelong love of hand-building. Her work is a \ntactile exploration of organic shapes and raw textures\, \ncharacterised by the subtle\, earthy tones of oxides rather than \nbright glazes. Every planter is unique\, reflecting Shirley’s belief \nthat ceramics should be functional\, natural\, and compliment \nwhat is growing within. \n  \n  \n  \nEva Vecchiarelli \nEva is a potter based in Greensborough\, Melbourne\, and has been making ceramics since 2021. Eva works mainly with porcelain clay to create both functional and sculptural pieces. Eva draws a lot of inspiration from Australian plants\, animals\, and landscapes\, and is deeply influenced by her love of nature. Each piece is handmade and designed to be used\, held\, and enjoyed as part of everyday life. Eva’s work is shared under the name Yellow Seed Designs \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHarry Kyriakou \nAs a relative newcomer to ceramics\, Harry Kyriakou creates functional art that reflects his deep connection to the natural world. In the past he has worked in architecture and graphic design and is currently a horticulturist and garden designer. \n  \nHis ceramics are hand built using clays such as White Raku and BRT. He employs various layering and glazing techniques to achieve tones and textures reminiscent of the natural environment. \n  \nHarry is inspired by Japanese aesthetics\, in particular the acceptance of transience and imperfection. \nHe is currently creating some new pieces for wood firing in March 2026. \n  \n  \n  \nMore images of the exhibition\nPaintings by Deb Gidley and ceramics by Raelene Morely and Eva Vecciarelli\n \n  \nPaintings by Eileen Van Bavel and Ceramics by Josephine Cassar\n \n   \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \nSetting Up
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/surface-tensions/
LOCATION:Bolin Bolin Gallery\, 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria\, 3105\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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SUMMARY:‘Vibrant Visions’   
DESCRIPTION:‘Vibrant Visions’    \nInspired by the beauty of land and sea\nPaintings by Marion Chapman and Jo Reitze sculpture by Tessa Wallis\n31st January  to 3rd March 2026\nMeet The Artists: 3-5pm\, Sunday 8th February 2026\n‘VIBRANT VISIONS’ celebrates the beauty of nature\, gardens and flowers. Bulleen Art &\nGarden is the perfect location for these three award-winning artists to exhibit their joyous paintings\nor sculptures that will delight all garden and art lovers. \n \nJo Reitze\n\nJo Reitze is based in Surrey Hills. She majored in painting under A.W. Harding at Melbourne State College. Jo is a Fellow of the Victorian Artists Society and Past President of MSWPS. Her teaching career culminated in her coordinating Art at Canterbury Girls’ Secondary College for 20 years. In 2005 she established Jo Reitze Paints your Garden\, painting numerous gardens on commission. \nSince retiring early\, Jo has also been Artist in Residence at Lon Retreat & Spa and at Cloudehill Gardens\, where she was filmed painting for ‘Put Colour in your Life.’\nJo’s over forty awards include both The McCubbin Oil Painting Award and the Best Landscape/ Seascape Award in Australian Guild of Realist Artists 50th Anniversary Exhibition last year\, MSWPS Jo Bennett Award for Works on Paper in 2024 and the prestigious A.M.E. Bale Prize for Works on Paper in 2022. Recent short-listings include the Geelong Contemporary Art Prize 2021 and Polish Art Foundation Contemporary Drawing Prize 2023. Reitze’s work is represented in Civic Collections in Victoria including those of Melbourne City\, Whitehorse and Monash Councils as well as private collections in Australia and overseas. (Full list in Profile)\nSHORT ARTIST STATEMENT\n“As a keen gardener\, my joyous paintings in oils or gouache or pen drawings celebrate nature and the restorative quality of gardens and gardening. My works are freely executed with lyrical mark-making to capture the essence of the scene rather than a mere photographic likeness. Many works are completed on location from direct observation while others are inspired by my iPad photographs. Strong tonal contrasts enhance the vibrancy of the colours while green hues unify the compositions. A close vantage\npoint is often selected to enclose the viewer in a beautiful setting .” \nEXHIBITION HISTORY\nI have exhibited widely in solo\, joint and group exhibitions. (See Exhibition Page www.joreitzeartist.com.au)\nI have sold numerous works up to $6000 in exhibitions as well as being commissioned to paint many\ngardens in Melbourne and beyond as well as recently a large oil of a golf course 110 x 167cm. \nMarion Chapman\n\nDiploma of Painting\, City & Guilds School of Art\, London 1982\nSir John Cass School of Art\, London 1978\nDiploma of Medical Technology\, RMIT 1972 \nMarion Chapman is based in Carnegie. After returning from studying and working in England\,\nshe took commissions for painting people’s gardens as well as for her own pleasure. After rearing\ntwo children she returned to her passion for art\, focusing on landscapes and gardens. Marion is a\nmember of the Victorian Artists Society and MSWPS.\nMarion has received a number of awards\, as well as being highly commended. She received the\nAnnie Davison Oliver Award in 2023.\nSHORT ARTIST STATEMENT\n“I lived in England for 10 years and was inspired by the English landscape and gardens\, working\nwithin a strong tradition of drawing and tonality. Having adored flowers and gardens since I was a\nchild\, and then having children of my own\, has enabled me to see my own environment and\ngarden as a source of artistic material\, without having to always go far afield. My goal is to\ncapture a sense of being or timelessness\, the essence of life – whether it is the randomness of\ntrees and flowers\, a landscape\, life around me or even still life! My focus is on the diversity of\ncolour and shapes to provide a uniform whole\, but also to seek out tensions that excite the\ninterest in the format. I attempt to reproduce my initial response or vision to what I see. My work\nhas evolved to become more colourful and free\, the seeming randomness of lines in the picture\nplane working to unify the elements.”\nEXHIBITION HISTORY\nI have exhibited widely in solo\, joint and group exhibitions.I recently staged a successful solo\nexhibition of 35 works at the Victorian Artists Society. \nTESSA WALLIS \nDESIGNER and CREATOR OF SCULPTURAL WORKS \nTessa works in bronze\, ceramics and glass and paper. As well as sculpture she makes theatrical masks. \nBachelor of Fine Arts with distinction. RMIT University. 2017Cert 1V Glass and Glazing Melbourne Polytechnic 2022 Part time courses in ceramics at the Carlton Arts Centre\, Holmesglen TAFE\, Bronze casting at the RMIT foundry and Glass casting at Melbourne Polytechnic (current).\nCERAMICS\, BRONZE and GLASS – INSTALLATIONS\, COLLECTIONS/ SALES.\nGrazier. Bronze statue (current) 2025\nLumen Dei (Light of God) 3D Glass 2024 St Monica’s Catholic CollegeVerbum Dei (Word of God) 3D Glass 2024 St Monica’s Catholic CollegeOrford Memorial 3D Glass 2023 Canterbury Uniting ChurchWe’re All in This Together (Covid vessel) Porcelain 2022 Mermaid vessel Porcelain 2022 Private collectionLyrebird vessel. Ceramic 2018 Private collection.Toad of Toad Hall Bronze 2016 Morris Cowley Private coll.The Larkin Family Bronze 2015 Private collectionReg Lindsay Standing Tall Bronze 2015 Cessnock Bowling ClubOldmeadow Memorial Bronze 2003 State Library of VictoriaThe Man from Ironbark Bronze 2001 State Library of VictoriaHuman Hands in Reproduction\, Adaptation and Evolution. Porcelain Triptych 2013\, Holmesglen TAFE collectionScorpion trophy Bronze 2011 Private collectionRats of Tobruk insignia Silver 2011 Private collectionBookworms; Tribute to Albert Ullin Ceramic 2010 Kew LibraryWine bottle with grapes 60 panels Glass 2008 ACI Annual Dinner\nEXHIBITIONS\nBronze medallions\, FIDEM conference Munich (October 2025)MSWPS Changing Perspectives Vic Arts Soc. Annually 2018-2024\nKlytie Pate Ceramics Biennial Award Mansfield 21 for 20 (1921)\nEncounters Skepsi @Whitehorse Artspace 2020MSWPS Changing Perspectives\, Vic Arts Gallery 2019Unfolding Wisdom\, Swell Centre 2019A Sacred presence\, Swell Centre 2018Graduate Exhibition RMIT 2017Talking Hands\, Pop up RMIT 2017Around the Table\, First Site Gallery RMIT 2016How the Object Talks\, RMIT 2015Face to Face\, Chapel on Station Gallery Box HillHuman Hands in Adaptation\, Reproduction\, Evolution. Holmesglen TAFE 2013Teapot Tips\, Julia Gillard Teapot\, Bayside Arts and Cultural Centre 2011Bookworms\, Dromkeen Homestead 2010 now at Kew Library.Masks\, Swiss Italian Festa\, Daylesford Convent 2010.
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/vibrant-visions/
LOCATION:Bolin Bolin Gallery\, 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria\, 3105\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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SUMMARY:Christmas 25 and Summer @ Bulleen Art & Garden
DESCRIPTION:22nd November 2025 To 27th January 2026 \nLee Goller\,  Lene Kuhl Jakobsen; Regina Dudek\, Deb Gidley\, Jane Dubsky. Annette Nobes\, Mary McMahon; Jeanette Carter ; Carly Leech\, Jack Latti\, Loris Meadows ; Sean Westall\,  Margaret Christianson\, Melissa Thomas\, Heather Wilson; Ann Maree Gentile\, Tracy Andrews\, Jenie Yolland\, Ann Zomer \n\nChristmas exhibition is now set up in the Bolin Bolin Gallery. We have had a hectic few days\, receiving new and exciting artwork from more than 19 artists in the the Bolin Bolin Gallery and more for elsewhere in the shop. \nWe now have an exhibition which features a huge variety of art and crafts from many different artists. There is ceramics\, glass\, metal\, botanical art\, textiles\, baskets \, paper and more . Works range from small affordable handcrafted treasures\, including Christmas decorations\, to quality art. All locally created and handcrafted locally.\nThis will be an evolving exhibition – as it is leading up to Christmas you can take your purchases home. we will be adding to the display which will continue until the end of January\n\n\n\n\nCome to browse and wander through all the wonderful things; for your Christmas presents and decorations; to treat yourself after Christmas. There are also many gift ideas throughout Bulleen Art and Garden in addition to your garden and leisure needs. \nBolin Bolin Gallery at Bulleen Art & Garden\n6 Manningham Rd West\, Bulleen. 8850 3030 \nUpdates at facebook.com/BolinBolinGallery or instagram.com/bolingallery \nA selection of the works below \nChristmas cheer – wollen wreaths by Mary McMahon\, wreaths by Jeanette carter\, glass by Tracy andrews and recycled fairy dresses and wreaths bt Regina Dudek.\nGlass by Tracy Andrews\nChristmas wall piece by Jeanette Carter\nCeramics by deb Gidley\n \nCeramics\, 2D art by Lee Goller\nAnn Zomer\nAnn Maree Gentile\nEmbroidered art by Carlty Leech\nHeather Wilson\n    \n \n\n\n\n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/15172/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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SUMMARY:“Summertime” 
DESCRIPTION:“Summertime” \n…and the living is easy…. \nPaintings and Ceramic Sculpture by \nLynne Foard\, Meredith Plain\,\n24th October to 18th November   \nArtist Demonstrations and Meet the Artist: \n1-4pm Sunday 26th October  \nand 1-4pm Saturday 15th November    \n \nLynne and Meredith will welcome summer\, with its warmth and holidays with Lynne’s vivid paintings and Meredith’s ceramic sculpture. \nSummertime – and the living is easy…..  This exhibition will tell stories of lazy summer days  – at the beach\, on the bike\, in the garden. Where we can enjoy the outdoors. young or old. \nLynne and Meredith have had a long association since Lynne introduced Meredith to the joys of working with clay at the Eltham Living and learning Centre in the late eighties. Meredith has continued with ceramic sculpture and Lynne  now focusses on painting. They still see each other\, and exhibit together https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/neptunes-grotto/. You can find out more about Lynne and Meredith \nWe have covered many of the reasons we love summer\, including…… \nThe Beach\n \n  \n \n \n  \n \nRiding a bike\n   \nEnjoying the good life\n  \n   \nSharing time with feathered and furry friends\n \n   \nHaving a swim\, a read or a walk\n  \n 
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/summertime/
LOCATION:Bolin Bolin Gallery\, 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria\, 3105\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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SUMMARY:"Metal Hearts and Coloured Wings @ BAAG"
DESCRIPTION:26th  September To 21st October 2025\n“Metal Hearts and Coloured Wings @ BAAG” showcases Darren Gilbert’s art celebrating Australia’s environment\, featuring handmade metal sculptures and pen and ink bird drawings that inspire appreciation and reflection. \nDarren Gilbert\, (Monkeytail Design) is a central Victorian artist who makes stunning sculptural works created from used timbers & rust bitten objects – inspired by shapes found in the natural landscape. \n“Metal Hearts and Coloured Wings @ BAAG” is a captivating exhibition celebrating Australia’s environment through art and sculpture. Darren Gilbert’s creations reflect a profound connection to the natural world\, featuring handmade organic metal sculptures and intricate\, high-detailed pen and ink drawings inspired by the landscape and the native fauna. \nThe pen and ink artworks showcase delicate textures\, precise lines\, and expressive shading\, bringing to life the vibrant colours and textures of Australia’s unique bird life. \nThe metal sculptures\, crafted from salvaged materials like corrugated iron and farm machinery\, evoke wonder and showcase Darren’s skill. The combination of art and sculpture creates a diverse and engaging experience\, inspiring appreciation for Australia’s unique environment. By celebrating Australian fauna and landscapes\, Darren encourages a deeper connection with the environment and invites viewers to reflect on their relationship with nature. \nDarren has regularly exhibited and sold his work at Bulleen Art & Garden. You can find more information about Darren here  https://gallery.baag.com.au/portfolio/8115/ \n  \n      \n      \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/metal-hearts-and-coloured-wings-baag/
LOCATION:Bolin Bolin Gallery\, 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria\, 3105\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250822T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250923T170000
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SUMMARY:“Nature in Glass  and Paint.”
DESCRIPTION:“Nature in Glass  and Paint.”   \n Sandra Bain\, Tracy Andrews\, Anne Gellatly.               \n 22 August to 23 September 2025 \n Exhibition Opening             3-5pm         Sun 24th August \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n                     \nBolin Bolin Gallery at Bulleen Art  & Garden \n6 Manningham Rd W.\, Bulleen. 88503030. \nwww.gallery.baag.com.au \nThese three artists have all approached the theme of nature using their quite different\, but complementary art practices. \nSandra Bain \nSandra has been making art for many years\, developing and extending her skills and expression. She has mainly worked using mosaics\, but sometimes also in ceramics and stone. She  is well known to many Bulleen Art & Garden customers – through a number of gallery exhibitions; mosaic workshops she ran for a number of years and her wonderful mosaic bowls on sale here. \nFor this exhibition she has once again taken the opportunity to tryi something different. \n“My work reveals a connection to nature through my love of birds and the freedom they represent “ \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nTracy Andrews \nExplore Nature’s Beauty in Glass \nGet ready for an art exhibition that brings the beauty of nature to life through stunning glass artistry. Local glass artist Tracy Andrews is showcasing a collection inspired by nature’s vibrant colours and delicate forms. \nTracy focuses on the charming Australian Robins and Wrens\, capturing their vivid feathers and graceful presence in glass. The pieces also highlight the enchanting beauty of flowers\, birds\, and leaf patterns\, revealing the artist’s passion for nature’s elegance. \nWith a love for ocean life—like corals\, sponges\, seaweeds\, and fish—Tracy’s artwork captures the complexity of marine ecosystems. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAnne Gellatly \nAs a retired Art & Ceramics teacher\, I have recently returned to painting. \nI grew up in the Wimmera and have travelled extensively overseas\, occasionally selling artworks for one additional income. \nWhile I have lived in Melbourne for decades\, I enjoy exploring plants and the natural environment in my artworks. \nMy most recent works were inspired by a drive past my childhood home near the Wimmera River\, and my local green space\, the Urban Reserve Forest in Stonnington\, where I do volunteer gardening. \nI love using colour and texture in my acrylic paintings and while they’re initially based on observation\, I allow my intuition to guide me aesthetically. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nMore Images
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/nature-in-glass-and-paint/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250819T170000
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SUMMARY:"Earth's Tapestry"
DESCRIPTION:Earth’s Tapestry\nEllen Jenkins\, Anna Madyarova\, Jennifer Sheridan\n4 July – 19 Aug 2025\nExhibition Opening: 3-5pm Sun 6 July\nEarth’s Tapestry is a selection of paintings\, ceramics and textiles which draw upon the artists observations and experiences from the natural world: earth\, land and sea. \n  \nJennifer Sheridan\nJen’s functional ceramics reference the geological contours of the Earth’s crust\, with muted shades of ash\, yellow and ochre predominant. Jen finds herself consistently drawn to working creatively with and from nature\, and over many years has tinkered with basketmaking\, spinning wool\, dyeing\, textiles\, weaving\, gardening\, and now ceramics. Her work is strongly informed by the scrubby bushland\, the skeletal soils\, and the sharp contours of the land on which she lives and works. The thin soil contours of clay\, mudstone and sandstone are represented in the carved and matt-glazed surfaces of Jen’s work.\n \n  \n\nEllen Jenkins\nEllen’s sculptures celebrate the natural environment\, people and animals\, each one showcasing unique forms and movements. Inspired by the rich textures colours and patterns of nature\, Ellen uses clay to create a tactile connection with the natural world. This collection invites you to reflect on the beauty of our world and the life that weaves us all together. \n  \n  \nAnna Madyarova\nAnna’s textile art offers a softer counterpoint to the solidity of the clay sculptures and ceramics. Having moved to Australia from Europe over 20 years ago\, Anna is still fascinated by how its natural environment is different in geology\, colour\, light and texture. Her colour pencil drawings on wooden panels and hand-made paper capture the light and shadow of the landscape and the expressive eyes of its inhabitants in intricate detail. Each piece weaves together the textures and colours of Australia’s unique natural world\, offering a multi-sensory journey through its boundless beauty. These tactile artworks bring a more delicate\, textured dimension to the exhibition. Earth’s Tapestry Exhibition \n\n \n  \nTogether\, the works of the three artists reflect the Earth’s incredibly rich tapestry\, where form certainly follows function\, and incredible beauty triumphs over it all. \n  \n  \nMore images \n   \n  \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/earths-tapestry/
LOCATION:Bolin Bolin Gallery\, 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria\, 3105\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250702
DTSTAMP:20260604T004639
CREATED:20250513T034648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T063705Z
UID:14446-1749772800-1751414399@gallery.baag.com.au
SUMMARY:Staff Exhibition 2025
DESCRIPTION:Staff Exhibition 2025\nIncluding The Bulleen Archibald Prize\n13th June to 1st July 2025 \nWe are having another exhibition to showcase the talents of our very creative\, as well as capable team at Bulleen Art & Garden. Come and see another side of the people who help you at Bulleen Art & Garden.  They are creative when they are at work – the ideas they have; how they help solve your garden or design problems; creative displays; innovative products. However\, they have talents in areas we may not have been aware of. This exhibition showcases these talents and their high standards. \nWe have held some in previous years and they have been memorable events – showing up hidden talents! You can read about the last exhibitions at https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/bulleen-art-garden-staff-exhibition/ \nWe have had over 20 staff bring in some artwork for this exhibition – images below \n  \n\n  \n \n \n   \n \nWorkshops\n  \nSome of our staff have been getting together to work on their art for the exhibitions \nWe have had a session  painting portraits with Giuseppe Raneri \n \n\n  \nAnd an evening working with clay with Meredith Plain \n  \n \nSome of our staff gathered in the nursery.\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/staff-exhibition-2025/
LOCATION:Bolin Bolin Gallery\, 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria\, 3105\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith":MAILTO:gallery@baag.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250425T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250610T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T004639
CREATED:20250318T234201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T234254Z
UID:14130-1745571600-1749574800@gallery.baag.com.au
SUMMARY:“Colour and Movement”\,
DESCRIPTION:A joint exhibition of paintings by Joan Denison & Kathy Allan\n25 April to 10 June 2025\nJOAN DENISON \nJoan has always felt she was destined to create great things.\nShe has fashion\, marketing and event management and Art training.\nCompleting many projects involving businesses and charities.\nShe has always loved art\, and has participated in art shows including\nMontsalvat\, Eltham Library\, Bridges and Earthbound Eltham\nJoan is an Art Tutor for Nillumbik U3A. \nDuring Covid lock downs Joan created the ISO CHOOKS to lift the spirits of the community.\nAlso a body of paintings of naughty ISO CHOOKS in Covid.\nCreating a large art display at Earthbound Eltham. \nJoan has lived in Eltham for 50 years and loves being part of the Art Community here. \nKATHY ALLAN \n \nI have always enjoyed creating art in one form or another.  Always up for the challenge of trying new styles and media\, from eco dyeing to pottery to watercolour.   For this exhibition I have used acrylics and pen work on canvas to create garden inspired works\, featuring Australian natives. \nMy paintings come from my imagination.  I work mainly with acrylics creating layers to invoke the illusion of weightlessness and movement.  These layers inform the direction my painting will take. \nI love doing the intricate pen work and watching the work evolve and always surprised by the finished artwork. \nThe introduction to painting began 3 years ago when I joined Nillumbik U3a. I have since become a tutor for beginner and intermediate art classes.  These classes allow me to share ideas and be inspired by others in a space that both nurtures and expands my knowledge of my art practice. \nI have exhibited and sold work at the following venues: Bridges Hurstbridge\, Eltham Art Show\, Streamline Publishing art space\, Eltham Leisure Centre \n  \n \n \n   \nJOAN DENISON
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/colour-and-movement/
LOCATION:Bolin Bolin Gallery\, 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria\, 3105\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith":MAILTO:gallery@baag.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250314T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T004639
CREATED:20250213T005416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T225006Z
UID:13849-1741942800-1745341200@gallery.baag.com.au
SUMMARY:“Nature’s Gifts - A Paper Showcase"
DESCRIPTION: March 14 – April 22\,  2025\nExhibition Opening 3-5 Sunday 16th March\n  \nBolin Bolin Gallery at Bulleen Art  & Garden \n6 Manningham Rd W.\, Bulleen. 88503030. \nwww.gallery.baag.com.au \nThree papermakers come together to celebrate nature and paper in it’s many forms. All have been making paper for many years and are still loving the process. \nMake sure you see this wonderful exhibition which showcases the many different ways hand made paper can be used to create art and craftworks. – everything from framed art\, books\, scrolls\, flowers\, cards\, bowls and even garden tools (no guarantees for their use though!). Creative\, unique and all beautifully crafted. \nAnne Gason works a lot with natural fibres including seaweed\, local grasses and other fibres. For this exhibition she plans to produce books\, lamps\, scrolls and three dimensional works. \nBarb Adams has been making paper for more than twenty years and uses recycling and plant fibres for her papermaking. For this exhibition she is planning to produce garden journals\, cast garden tools and artist books. \nGail Stiffe has been exploring papermaking and paper arts for over thirty years. For this exhibition she is planning to further explore making cyanotypes on handmade paper and use them to adorn paper bowls\, ethereal banners\, journals and greeting cards as well as framed works. \n \nAnne Gason \n \n  \nBarb Adams \n \n  \n  \nGail Stiffe \n \nGail Stiffe \n  \n \n\nBarb Adams\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nAnnGason
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/natures-gifts-a-paper-showcase/
LOCATION:Bolin Bolin Gallery\, 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria\, 3105\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250131T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T004639
CREATED:20250126T211529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T063916Z
UID:13722-1738314000-1741712400@gallery.baag.com.au
SUMMARY:From the Ground Up – Sculpting with Recycled Materials
DESCRIPTION:From the Ground Up\n– Sculpting with Recycled Materials\n31st January to 11th March\nClaude Ciccone\nTh ne exhibition in the Bolin Bolin Gallery will feature intriguing sculptures made from recycled materials – usually old and unusual treasures by sculptor and painter Claude Ciccone. These sculptures have many stories to tell. \n“My sculptures are made entirely of recycled materials which include wood \, metal \, wire and what ever else I see fit to utilize. They range in size from 50cm across to 150cm across” \nClaude lives and now creates his artworks in his beloved home town studio situated in Lilydale\, a gateway to the amazingly beautiful Yarra Valley. Now an established\, professional and award winning artist\, in which his most recent was 2022 Tom Roberts Award\, Sherbrooke Artists Society for his painting of ‘YURI’ He has been painting and sculpting for over 30 years\, with extensive knowledge of colour\, form and perspective. Claude’s canvasses are filled with much love and passion and he studies his subjects with much dedication and conviction.\nClaude also holds oil painting workshops on a weekly basis\, he has been teaching for well over 10 years and he is always eager to pass on the knowledge of his craft to new and enthusiastic students.\nIn recent years Claude has added another dimension to his creativity in the form of building ship sculptures and marionettes constructed entirely out of recycled materials which are a visual and textural experience. His sculptures have been displayed in many galleries throughout Victoria with an overwhelming response from the many gallery visitors.\nHe has most recently staged a solo exhibition at the ‘Warburton Art Centre’ Warburton\, which was given positive reviews by local media.\nHe has held many solo exhibitions and group shows of his sculptures & paintings over the past two decades\, his work can also be found in numerous private collections around Australia. \n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n 
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/from-the-ground-up-sculpting-with-recycled-materials/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241130T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T004639
CREATED:20241118T224401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T075756Z
UID:13503-1732953600-1738083600@gallery.baag.com.au
SUMMARY:Christmas 24 and Summer at Bulleen Art & Garden
DESCRIPTION:   29th November 2024 To 27th January 2026 \nWe will once again have a varied and changing exhibition with a number of our regular artists\nand new artists. There will be ceramics\, sculpture\, paintings and much more. Come to browse and wander through all the wonderful things; for your Christmas presents and decorations; to treat yourself after Christmas. \nArtists will include \n\nChristmas\n\nTextile wreaths and hand-made felted little trees by Mary McMahon; Jeanette Carter –  Xmas wreaths; Carly Leech textile decorations.;Melissa Thomas \n\nCeramics by\n\nHelen Sparrow\, Miranda Burgesss\, Marg Hunter Lene Kuhl Jakobsen; \n\nCeramic Sculpture by\n\nHeather Wilson; Meredith Plain\, Ann Maree Gentile \n\nPaintings\n\nLoris Meadows – botanical drawings; Lynne Foard; Anna Madyarova \n\nSculpture\n\nRegina Dudek ; Melissa Thomas \n\nTextiles\n\nCarly Leech \n\nBaskets\n\nJeanette Carter \n\nGlass\n\nJenny Culic \nMosaics \nSandra Bain \n\n\n 
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/christmas-24-and-summer-at-bulleen-art-garden/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241102T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T004639
CREATED:20240928T232251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T045150Z
UID:13044-1730534400-1732640400@gallery.baag.com.au
SUMMARY: Clay Colour Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Studio Potters and Artists \nJenny Stokes\, Robyn Carter\, Ann Jackson\, Sue Trevillian \,Donna Parker\,  Jenny John \, Wendy Swan\,  Di Beveridge\,  Glenys McDonnel\, Jan O’Neil\, Carol Downey. \n 2nd to 26th November 2024 \nThis group has been exhibiting at Bulleen Art & Garden for many years\, and some of them also sell work here on a regular basis. \nThe exhibition includes original and creative works by artists with a wealth of experience. There is a range of ceramic works – from functional studio ceramics to ceramic sculpture\, as well as paintings an even some textiles this time. \n“Working with clay is essentially a solitary pursuit. For this reason Eastern Studio Potters exists to provide connections between different potters. Members share knowledge and experience\, push the boundaries and ‘fire one another up’. Meetings\, workshops and shared exhibitions encourage and inspire members. This group was formed to provide this mutual support and inspiration many years ago when a group of potters had finished their studies. This has since extended to include painters – both potters who paint and new members of the group.” \nYou can find out more about their previous exhibitions at Bulleen Art and Garden here   https://gallery.baag.com.au/portfolio/eastern-studio-potters-and-artists \nSome images of each artist’s work are included in images below. \nRobyn Crter\, Jenny John\, Carol Downey\, Donna Parker\, Jan O’Neill\, Jenny Stokes\, Sue Trevillian. (Glynis McDonnell\, Anne Jackson and Di Beveridge not present)\nRobyn Cartt \nRobyn Carter\n \nAnne Jackson\n\nJenny John\n \nJenny Stokes\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nJan O’Neill\n \nDi Beveridge\n\nWendy Swan\n\nGlynis Mconnell\n \nCarol Downey\n \nDonna Parker and Sue Trevillian\n \nDonna Parker\n  \nSue Trevillian\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/clay-colour-collaboration/
LOCATION:Bolin Bolin Gallery\, 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria\, 3105\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240928T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T004639
CREATED:20240801T134847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T005818Z
UID:12044-1727514000-1730221200@gallery.baag.com.au
SUMMARY:Parallel
DESCRIPTION:Giuseppe Raneri and Pietro Giordano\n 28th September to 29th October \nExhibition Opening:5 to 7pm Thursday 3rd October 2024 \nThis new exhibition is a collaboration of two artists Giuseppe Raneri and Pietro Giordano who’ve known each other for a long time\, their friendship and appreciation for art has finally brought them together in this new exhibition. \nThe works include sculptures in wood and clay and paintings on board. This work is most suited to indoor use. \nGiuseppe Raneri\n \nI love art and its many manifestations that it can have\, it stimulates me\, spiritually\, intellectually and physically.\nMy approach to this new small body of work is striving towards simplicity\, and excited by its  immediacy.\nI’m enjoying working in different mediums\, drawing and sculpture both (clay and wood) and how the different materials can challenge the creative process. \nGiuseppe Raneri\, or Joe\, works at Bulleen Art & garden as his day job\, including working with art and pots\, but he is also a recognised original and gifted artist . \nHis main art focus has been in ceramic art and he had an exciting solo exhibition of his vibrant\, painted ceramics in the Bolin Bolin Gallery in 2023 https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/colours-of-the-sun-recent-works-by-giuseppe-raneri/ \nFor this year’s exhibition he has extended the range of his works with new media and new ideas. He has developed his interest in wood as a medium\, with sculptures in wood and painting on board\, as well as his ceramic sculpture. \nYou can also find out more about Joe at  https://gallery.baag.com.au/portfolio/giuseppe-raneri/ \n  \nPietro Giordano \nI have always been very inspired by my surroundings and the continuous visual stimulation that it provides. From the earthy raw landscapes of my birth place Sicily to the vast and natural Australian environment and diversity of its people.\nThe narrative for my current work comes from ideas and visions derived from the words Journey People\, Place and Time ” The se thoughts and images are real and unreal\, abstract and figurative\, past present and future. They may be tranquil or tempestuous\, light or dark\, timid or bold \, perfect or imperfect.\nThese abstract sculptures and paintings are depicting the strong connection between the human entity \, the diversity of the natural and urban landscapes and the effects of ti me . This fusion creates ever evolving and varied experiences that become part of a continuous journey. \nPietro’s sculptures in this exhibition are made from wood\, with interesting surface texture. \nBiography\nFrom a very early age I have had the desire to do all things creative and I was always allowed the opportunity to explore these wonderful pursuits.\nBorn 1961 in Sicily\, Italy which gave me an upbringing of Mediterranean vitality and creative culture. My family migrated to Tasmania in the late 60’s and then my journey had truly begun with a very different lifestyle and culture. I saw it as an opportunity to explore creative ideas with a total freedom of expression.\nFollowing my school years\, I decided to commit to study in art and completed a BFA Degree at the School of Art\, University of Tasmania. My subject areas involved Ceramic Sculpture\, Painting and Drawing.\nAfter my studies I moved to Melbourne to gain more exposure and work with various artists .On receiving a Grant from the Crafts Board\, Australia Council\, I completed a 18 month residency at the Meat Market Craft Centre in Melbourne . This culminated in my first solo exhibition at Devise Gallery which was complimented by then starting my own studio practice.\nOver the years I have continued to work in various mediums and exhibited in a number of group exhibitions in Melbourne and interstate. I share this journey with my own wonderful family that are very supportive and also a great inspiration. \n \nMore Images from the Exhibition\n \n \n \n 
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/parallel/
LOCATION:Bolin Bolin Gallery\, 6 Manningham Rd W\, Bulleen\, Victoria\, 3105\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240810T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T004639
CREATED:20240708T151312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T033333Z
UID:11337-1723280400-1727197200@gallery.baag.com.au
SUMMARY:CONNECTIONS
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n10th August to 24th September 2024\nExhibition Opening 3pm\, 10 August\nMeet the artists and enjoy the exhibition \nTwo local artists explore the idea of connection through clay and printmaking. Ceramicist Jo Davies and printmaker Kate Herd pay testimony to the interdependence of\, and within\, nature and community. The artists are neighbours and both enjoy a longstanding relationship with the Yarra River landscape. Observing the micro and macro\, human and non-human worlds in their river-side ‘backyard’ over an extended period\, they consider the necessity of co-dependent networks – both social and ecological – for the health of our existence. \nThe artists see gardens as a locus for nature and community; Gardens both wild and cultivated provide stimulus for their artistic practice. For Jo and Kate\, gardens are not just living places of refuge and regeneration\, but also philosophically significant and symbolically laden landscapes of the mind. The works on paper and ceramic vessels might variously respond to the morphology of flowers\, plants and wildlife\, or the colours of foliage\, fungi and seedpods\, interspecies relationships or perhaps simply the play of shadows on branches. \n \nIn the Bolin Bolin Gallery space\, Jo’s sumptuous ceramic forms complement Kate’s mostly black and white linocuts and ethereal etchings; With Kate’s images providing a graphic background to Jo’s richly-glazed organic bowls\, bottles and assemblages. The forms of these vessels take on personalities and embody observations made in nature. Placed together\, the small ceramic elements seemingly communicate with each other. When presented in groups the assemblages reconceptualize landscape and relationships. Nature; The light falling between trees; A family photo; Family; Table chatter; Connections and relationships –all fuel Jo’s creativity. \n \nKate’s works on paper – in the form of drawings\, papercuts and etchings – reflect her love of flora and fauna and passion for gardens and the Australian bush. Her prints often feature plants\, birds and animals and posit the garden as a site of delight and contemplation but also as a place where senescence and death might intrude. The interplay between human and non-human living things in Kate’s whimsical images is a means to explore the imaginative world of childhood\, often referencing the rich symbolism of fairy tales and folk art. \nKate Herd\n \n \nJo Davies
URL:https://gallery.baag.com.au/event/connections/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions (events),Exhibitions (upcoming current)
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