“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see”
– Edgar Degas
GP Arts Inc News
“If only I’d known my differentness would be an asset, then my earlier life would have been much easier” – Bette Midler
“Art is the only way to run away without leaving home” – Twyla Tharp
Smythesdale Fiesta: Opportunity for Artists
Just a couple of vacancies left for local artist stallholders at the Smythesdale Community Fiesta. Click for more details
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‘Zoom Me A River’ project
“Zoom Me A River” is a short film facilitated by the Golden Plains Shire with funding from the the Australian Government’s Regional Arts Fund Recovery Boost. The film features artists, musicians, performers and writers from the Shire. The artist commissioned to produce a video, featuring layers of music, poetry and visual arts, was Leonie Van…
Read More“So many things are possible just as long as you don’t know they’re impossible.”
– Norton Juster
Save the date!
Just 8 weeks until the Smythesdale Art and Music Community Fiesta! Click here for more info.
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Glynis Bryden’s work at Gallery on Sturt
Original works by Glynis Bryden now at Gallery on Sturt in Ballarat. Click for more info.
Read More“Colour is a power which directly influences the soul” – Wassily Kandinsky
Featured Artist: Vivien Ireland
Vivien Ireland’s love of colour comes through strongly in her artwork. Using a range of mediums including Alcoholic Inks, Acrylics and oils, Vivien’s work includes abstracts, intuitive art and landscapes. A number of Vivien’s works can be found in her Redbubble shop, and more are found on her Art Lovers Australia page. Vivien’s Dereel art…
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Featured Artist: Kate Wise
If you are in Ballarat, take a stroll through the Block Arcade where you will find Kate Wise’s gallery space. Kate’s works range from fluid works in acrylics to landscapes and botanical images. You can view her work on her artist profile page, or visit her website to see her online shop and more works…
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Our Statement of Purpose
Do you know what GP Arts Inc is all about? It’s summed up here in our Statement of Purpose.
Artwork by Lindy Allinson
“Whatever you do, the only secret is to believe in it and satisfy yourself. Don’t do it for anyone else” – Keith Haring
Illustrating during isolation
New children’s book, illustrated by Marita Reynolds, available exclusively at her Open Studio event in Bannockburn on Saturday 28 November. Click to find out more.
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Featured Artist: Peter Reynolds
Peter Reynolds is the first musician to become a member of GP Arts Inc. Hear his composition ‘Rain on the Window’
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Open Studio : Barry Wemyss @ Red Echidna Studios
Christmas shopping? Visit Red Echidna Studios in Smythes Creek.
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Featured Artist: Marita Reynolds
Following a tree change, Marita Reynolds has become fully immersed in artistic pursuits in the Golden Plains Shire. In addition to creating her own art, Marita runs a range of creative workshops and is the Secretary for GP Arts Inc. Marita’s primary mediums are graphite, coloured pencil, pastels and watercolour. View more of her work…
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Opportunity: Mornington Art Show 2021
Submissions are now open for Mornington Art Show 2021. Click the link for all the details.
Read MoreNew premises for Raintree Art
Raintree Art has moved, just down the road to 64 School Lane Cambrian Hill. Open 6 days a week.
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GP Arts Inc in the news
Click the link to see our feature in the Ballarat Times.
Glass vase with alcohol ink by Rosslyn Bosnar.
