PROBUS: Streeton Prints Presentation
Theo recently had the opportunity to present the story of Streeton Prints to an impeccable group of gentlemen of the Mens Probus Club of Point Lonsdale and Queenscliff. The story – still unheard by many locals was received with great interest especially as it was presented by Theo who posthumously
Tiwi Artists’ Visit
QG&W directors, JACA mangers and the Tiwi artists, Pauletta Kerinaua, Pedro Wonaeamirri and Timothy Cook were thrilled to finally be able to meet and celebrate the Tiwi Jilamara exhibition. The gallery and JACA could not have made this opportunity possible without the GoFundMe contributions from some very special people
Jilamara Artists Consigned to QG&W
Established in 1989 JACA is owned and governed by Tiwi artists from Milikapiti community on Melville Island. Jilamara artists are nationally and internationally renowned for their unique, traditional Tiwi style. They produce contemporary works based on ceremonial body painting designs, clan totems and Tiwi creation stories.
A new collaboration with Oakdene Estate
We couldn’t be more excited! Oakdene is not only known for their exemplary wines – as described by James Halliday, but the estate is also recognised for its offering of cellar door, fine dining restaurant, cafe and accommodation all among a very unique and whimsical environment. Owners Elizabeth and Bernard Hooley first purchased Oakdene in 2001 as a neglected cattle
Peebles Print Prize 2019: A New Award
QG&W are thrilled to finally be able to announce another very exciting outcome from their trip to Venice. In addition to the Peebles Print Prize (PPP) contribution of $4,000 generously sponsored by 360Q, the Streeton Family will be offering an all inclusive seven day residency
Venice
A tiny glimpse of two beautiful weeks in Venice, 2018 After getting on our QG&W feet, it was time to take a break and being inspired by Sir Arthur Streeton's honeymoon etchings, it made complete sense to rejuvenate in Venice. It was truly amazing, inspiring, restorative and satisfying on both
Sweeping Landscapes exhibition opening
A wonderful opening celebration at Whitehorse Artspace for the Sweeping Landscapes exhibition officially opened by Mayor of Whitehorse Council, Andrew Davenport. Purchase etchings
QG&W Geelong Gallery Print Award recipient, Peter Garnick
In August last year, the Geelong Gallery inaugural QG&W Print Award residency was awarded to Peter Garnick for his work, Elements. A multi-panel etching which pays homage to the fundamental role of women in ensuring the survival of our species. The award prize gave Peter five days access to QG&W's print
Queenscliff Primary Schools’ QLF Portrait Prize
They were ALL winners...! Truly and impossible task but we based our decision on creative expression, creative use of medium and, of course, imagination. Congratulations to Jack Salter, Georgia Ruby Hazell and Joanna Cameron-Johnson. Keep on drawing!! A huge thank you to the Queenscliffe Literary Festival for inviting us to
Streeton Prints – The Restoration documentary
Peter Lamont, director of Handmade Films (Australia) works tirelessly on films for the arts industry. Theo and Soula first met Peter when he approached Soula wanting to make an art film. What resulted was The Hurting Strings – An Artist's Story of Pain, a documentary that ended up winning