Artwork takes a seat in Canberra after difficult start
The exhibition, "Differing Perspectives", by Adelaide artists Calum Hurley and Jordan Leeflang had a difficult beginning due to COVID-19, but they managed to make it work, writes craft reviewer MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE
Melanie’s 3D weaving wins international award
Local weaver Melanie Olde has been awarded first prize in the biennial international exhibition 'Complexity 2020', writes arts editor HELEN MUSA.
‘Engrossing’ exhibition of fine porcelain
MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE reviews the exhibition "Porcelain" at Beaver Galleries, now open to limited numbers.
Shared fascination with light and surface
MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE reviews “Transference”, online and at Craft ACT Craft + Design Centre, a collaborative exhibition by artists Robyn Campbell and Jo Victoria.
Glass art surges with ‘disturbing’ emotions
Elliot wanted to capture these disturbing emotions and move them from her mind onto their work, writes MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE about Benjamin Edols and Kathy Elliott's online exhibition.
Makigawa ‘links’ jewellery with ease
There is a comfortable ease about these works – ease in that they are thoughtfully and superbly made, and ease for the wearer, writes craft reviewer MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE about Carlier Makigawa's “Linked” exhibition.
Macramé and its ties to the benefits of tying knots
While the art of knot tying began as a necessity in ancient history, today’s knots have taken on new meanings and its centrepiece is macramé.
Sharon crafts a hauntingly, fragile Canberra
Peoples shows considerable concern for the difficulties of the wildlife around the lake, writes MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE.
Tea pots for two come from unusual collaboration
Twenty teapots with stories to tell are on show at Craft ACT. MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE reviews the exhibition.
Oliphant’s glass works tell a ‘unique’ Canberra story
In this exhibition, Ruth Oliphant's hot and cold glass working techniques, such as carving and fusing, captures the empty spaces of the Yarralumla Brickworks kilns and tells the viewer of her interest in architectural spaces, writes reviewer MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE.
Three ‘Ring Masters’ craft pieces to celebrate
It is such a delight to see artists who are in such control of their chosen materials, writes craft reviewer MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE.
Gilbert’s dramatic work follows the fold
In these current works, the utilitarian is unimportant: they are created for the wall and are dramatic in glossy red, black and white, with some matt and silver colours, writes craft reviewer MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE after heading to “Form Follows Fold”.
Jewellery trio use surprising materials
The three jewellers use materials not generally used in jewellery, writes reviewer MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE
Artists ‘Take Time’ weaving small gems
These seemingly simple works are small gems, writes arts reviewer MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE.
Black takes full control of porcelain
The work in this exhibition – in porcelain – is fully resolved, both in form and decoration from a ceramicist who is in full control of her medium, writes reviewer MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE.
Gowns delight in ‘Dressmaker’ exhibition
The costumes in the film "The Dressmaker" have a role as profoundly important as those of Judy Davis, Hugo Weaving and Kate Winslet, writes reviewer MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE.
Colour rules for legendary interior designer
Craft / “Marion Hall Best: Interiors” Canberra Museum & Gallery, until June 15. Reviewed by MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE.
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Review / Grace’s craft captures mystery of the bush
craft / “Holly Grace: A grain of gold”, Beaver Galleries until March 17. Reviewed by MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE.
HOLLY Grace’s work is steeped in the history...
Review / Collaboration pushes artists in new directions
craft / “Interchange”, M16 Artspace, until February 24. Reviewed by MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE.
Review / Ryder seas the ocean’s hidden ‘beauties’
craft / “Julie Ryder: The Hidden Sex”, Craft ACT Craft & Design Centre, Level 1, North Building, 180 London Circuit, Canberra, until March 16. Reviewed by MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE.
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