Over 40 local and regional artists are involved in a unique exhibition opening at Dudley House on View Street on Saturday October 12.
Cut + Paste has been curated by Jac Hartje and Annelise Henderson and includes collage, sculpture, printmaking, painting, photography, video and projection.
Exhibition highlights include:
- Sally Poltrock - Collage and textile artist: Sally’s work combines her skills in fashion design with collage and printmaking to create textural and intricate sculptures and patterns
- Paul Fletcher - Animator and digital media: Paul will create an immersive sound and projection work for evening viewing in the garden space
- Momo - Creative writer: Momo will use found text and papers to create delicate and poetic collages
Alongside the exhibition, there will be several events by exhibiting artists, including a digital creation workshop in the Dudley House garden with Paul Fletcher, an artists’ networking evening led by Jac Hartje and Annelise Henderson, and Collage Circle events led by Molly Rule.
Ms Hartje said the exhibition was created with connection in mind, bringing local artists together.
“Using the title ‘Cut + Paste’ as a prompt, artists have responded through a variety of mediums,” Ms Hartje said.
“The exhibition features the work of 40 artists, bringing excitement both inside and outside Dudley House.
“There are nighttime projections, workshops in the gardens and events in the gallery, and we look forward to building connection with the audience and artists alike.”
Manager Bendigo Venues & Events (BV&E) Julie Amos said it was an exciting exhibition for the community.
“The exhibition brings together works from musicians, art therapists, educators, students, and professional visual artists,” Ms Amos said.
“Cut + Paste features a range of vibrant artworks, with playfulness and creating a space for new ideas also central to the display.
“This is the fifth Artists on View exhibition in 2024, all of which have highlighted our thriving local arts scene.”
The free exhibition is on until Sunday October 20 and opening hours are as follows:
- Saturday October 12, 10am to 4pm
- Sunday October 13, 10am to 4pm
- Monday October 14, closed
- Tuesday October 15, closed
- Wednesday October 16, 11am to 3pm
- Thursday October 17, 10am to 4pm
- Friday October 18, 10am to 4pm
- Saturday October 19, 11am to 4pm
- Sunday October 20, 11am to 4pm
Dudley House is located at 60 View Street, Bendigo.
The Artists on View program is presented by BV&E to support local artists presenting new work in Dudley House. It is open to individual artists and arts groups living, working or studying primarily in the City of Greater Bendigo.