They Came

They Came is an autobiographical look at the world through the eyes of the everyman. The exhibition examines responses to end of the world scenarios and nature reclaiming using a visual aesthetic akin to the sci-fi movies of the 1950's. The series is comprised of 11-framed images that tell an autobiographical tale of what might happen if we continue to ignore science. The photographs are snapshots from a future in which the world has become over run by monstrous invaders, caused and constructed through human inaction, which are snapped by the not so innocent bystander.

Through the use of lo-fi technology, HolyGreenCow’s photographs trigger a sense of urgency in the viewer. The characters are blurred, frozen mid-movement, fleeing from harm and seeking a hide away. This calls the viewer to action, to consider the consequence for ongoing neglect and lack of respect for the planet we share. The series has been shot on an iPhone using elaborately structured dioramas, which include rear projections, live performance, cut out figures and elements such as fire. The unique process and use of lomo digital photography have given this series wide appeal to all ages and has been shown in a number of public spaces and galleries.

FILM NIGHT Retro Sci-Fi Mash Friday 16th March 2012, 6pm Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery INTERACTIVE TOURS You can use an iPhone or Smartphone to access images, videos, interviews and more about 'They Came'. iPhone and Smartphone users, download any QR reader to access tour information.

View the Film Screening Brochure here

Mental As Anything | Childers Arts Space

Mental As Anything showcases a limited collection of 22 black and white photographs by artist Kasmine Pearce. This exhibition is designed to provoke the viewers’ thoughts on mental illness and to highlight the sometimes distorted perception mental illness is viewed by within our society. Pearce will be donating 25% from the sale of her artworks to local community organisations to help improve mental wellbeing in the region.

EXHIBITION LAUNCH
Wednesday 21st March 2012, 6pm
Childers Arts Space

Seaweed

This seaweed installation is designed to highlight the importance of the ocean, where plants are the foundation of the food chain and their health is critical for the maintenance of marine ecosystems. These are currently threatened by global warming, as well as by soil and fertiliser run off. The artists inspiration has been taken from the seaweed found walking along the beach, Stirling creates beautifully intricate prints from pressed seaweed while McDonlad cuts out discarded plastic bottles into seaweed shapes.

ARTIST TALK

Join Victoria Stirling on the 3rd April at 3pm, for an artist talk and seaweed printing demonstration. Afternoon tea will be provided. Free event, all welcome.

Click here to view the Green Series Catalogue

Strike A Pose

From mini skirts of the 1960s to the bohemian fashions of the late 1970s, Strike A Pose...with Lee Lin Chin showcases photography from these two dynamic decades, with images drawn exclusively from the National Archives of Australia's diverse photographic collection.

Park Benches | Childers Arts Space

Park benches are everywhere - in the city, country, at the beach, by lakes and streams, on street corners, under trees and at bus stops. Come and view how artists of the combined art groups of the region interpret this theme into sculptured and painted delights.

EXHIBITION LAUNCH

Friday 11th May, 5pm Childers Arts Space

Freshwater, Saltwater

Water holds deep spiritual and cultural significance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. The vast network of rivers, creeks, billabongs, lakes and coastal regions found across the country represent a rich source of food and culture for Indigenous Australians. Marine environments are places to hunt, fish and to have contact with non-Indigenous Australians. For this reason, water is central to dreaming stories and different forms of marine life are often used as family or clan totems. In this exhibition of prints from the Australian National Maritime Museum, the artists have used printmaking as a medium for strengthening their cultural identity and their connection back to 'country'. Their vivid representations of marine life celebrate the survival of their communities and their struggle for land and sea rights and justice. All of their works commemorate the rich living relationship between Indigenous people and water in Australia.

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This exhibition is supported by the National Collecting Institutions Touring and Outreach Program, an Australian Government program aiming to improve access to the national collections for all Australians.

Putting A Lid On It

‘Putting a Lid On It’ is an installation of book boxes by Bundaberg based printmaker and book artist Catherine McCue Boes. McCue Boes spent many weeks at two remote gas plants photographing the impact these gas plants had on their surrounding landscape. As well as recording the environmental damage caused directly and indirectly by their establishment.

ARTIST TALK

Join Catherine McCue Boes on World Environment Day, 5th June at 10am for an artist's talk. Refreshments will be provided. Free event, all welcome.

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Elder and Young | Childers Arts Space

An exhibition showcasing the work of the teacher (Elder) and the student (Young). Elder and Young showcases a diverse range of stories, yarns and artists interpretations of dreamtime stories from around Australia.

EXHIBITION LAUNCH

Saturday 30th June, 5pm Childers Arts Space