Art Gallery Celebrates 40 Years With The Launch Of The 2023 Program
Tuesday, 31 Jan 2023
Griffith Regional Art Gallery will celebrate 40 years with the launch the 2023 exhibition program and a very special guest.The official launch will take place at the Gallery on Friday, 10 February 2023 at 6pm.The event will include a full rundown on all upcoming exhibitions for the year, as well as public programs including workshops and art classes.
Art Gallery Manager, Marg Andreazza said, “We are excited to announce that we will be welcoming artist Alison Mitchell to our launch. Alison’s exhibition Unlemon: A Meandering tale of Citrus is currently on exhibition at the Gallery, so we are delighted she can join us to talk about her beautiful artworks.”
“This year marks a milestone in the history of the Gallery as we celebrate its 40th birthday. To commemorate this, we will be curating an exhibition of artworks, historical information and other ephemera highlighting the Gallery’s 40 year history. This event, taking place in September, will be a highlight of our 2023 program,” Mrs Andreazza said.
Art Gallery Coordinator, Ray Wholohan said, “Our 2023 program will focus on exhibitions and projects that engage artists based in the Riverina or how they have practiced art making the Riverina and themes that are relevant to our diverse community. Our Public Programs Officer, Melanie Toscan has been busy planning a number of engaging public programs and workshops, art talks, after school kids’ art classes and holiday programs throughout this year.”
The Gallery is also pleased to announce the continued partnership with local winery Dee Vine Estate.
“We thank Dee Vine Estate for again coming on board to supply our patrons with their fine wines for our events, and encourage everyone to come and join us on Friday, 10 February,” Mrs Andreazza said.
The current Exhibition Unlemon: a Meandering Tale of Citrus is an exhibition of over 40 still-life oil paintings that unfolds the story of citrus. From its origins approximately 20 million years ago on the Gondwana supercontinent, through its trade routes from China and Persia to the Mediterranean and the Americas, and on to its uses in medicine and culinary practices, the humble citrus is elevated in this exquisite exhibition.
Alison Mitchell will also give an artist talk and demonstration on Saturday, 11 February at 11.30am. This is likely to be a very popular event and spots are limited so the Gallery advises to register for the event to avoid disappointment.
Griffith Regional Art Gallery invites everyone to join them for their 2023 launch, on Friday, 10 February from 6pm to find out what’s showing at the Gallery this year. Tickets are only $10 and can be purchased from the Gallery or online www.griffithregionalartgallery.com.au
For all enquiries contact Griffith Regional Art Gallery on 6962 8338.
Griffith Regional Art Gallery is a cultural facility of Griffith City Council and is proudly sponsored by Dee Vine Estate.
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