The ensemble @ Play
This rehearsal brought the ensemble in contact with the collection of rubbish we had used for the the showing in October. If was an archaeological dig & I proposed the rubbish had significant value to engage their imaginations in the task of arranging the rubbish meticulously. Some engaged – others where put off by the […]
The Collection
This post is retrospective thoughts since I haven’t been down to the river in a while. However, I wanted to share some thoughts I had when I was on the river. I spent a couple of hours in the 2-3 weeks leading up to our showing collecting rubbish from the Cook river. It was strange […]
The Ensemble Meets
On our first meet together today we gathered in the local park behind Carlton Shops. The intention was to be by the river but the weather was dicey at the time. So we settled for the park since it was only hope skip and a jump away from the theatre if things turned. We ate […]
Making the Tree Cave
We are a week out from our mid-way showing and the fun has really started. Christy and I (pictured below) began building our tree canopy. Very DIY: chicken wire, cable ties and a whole lot of tree branches & organic matter. We actually made an attempt at a tree cave very early on. Our 3rd rehearsal […]
Introducing the Dreaming team.
This initial Civic Life blog is a long time coming. We are about 2 months into this Civic Life business and its about time I introduced you to my team. I have been fortunate enough to be collaborating, thus far, with two wonderful female artists Lucy Heffernan and Christie Woodhouse. As a point of introduction […]
Photos
Before I move onto the next section – material generation and working with my mentor – Matt Prest – I wanted to upload some of the other photos from the showing way back when. Here they are:
Textures and Thoughts
I’ve been thinking of a lot of different things in regards to this project. At the moment we have largely been experimenting with mood – that is creating images and music inspired by the Norse myth Ragnarok. Now it is time to get something more happening to create a more cohesive whole. In terms of […]
This is the end.
Closing night. Heart Breaker. But already in joyful talks to remount the work with a producer late next year!
OPENING NIGHT just happened.
And there are three shows to go. Book Now! Five new works by ArtsLab12 artists-in-residence. Preview: Wednesday 31 October – 7pm. $5 All. Season: Thursday – Sunday 1-4 November- 7pm. $15 Concession, $20 Adult. Bookings: 9588 3948 or email admin@shopfront.org.au
BETWEEN US: Five New Works by ArtsLab12
Five new works by ArtsLab12 artists-in-residence A forest of sound. An edible woodland. A salivating monstrous plant. A garden of voices. A man tangled in dreams. Between Us is a collection of evocative new works by five emerging Australian artists. The audience can expect to eat, to sing, to be photographed, to listen and to […]
Re-emergence
Hello, it’s Sepy. It may appear that I have disappeared off the surface of the planet lately – or, at least, from my corner of the ArtsLab blog. Sorry blog. But no, I’m well and kicking.
I know what you’re all thinking:
“In a context where many of us don’t go to church on Sunday, when and where is it appropriate to gather and sing?” My answer to that is: “I don’t know but I’m trying to work that out okay?” November. 2012. Prepare yourself for a taxonomical spectacular: MODERN SECULAR REASONS TO SING. xx Maria
Lie on the bed of answers.
I like most artists Don’t trust myself. I believe in what has failed I trust what doesn’t work. Feels wrong, looks bad, give up. I cry. I go to sleep and beg my dreams solve the world. The irony is… I am attempting to Yes Show you my dreams. The way shadows make sense to […]
What if that string grows into a vein and if you cut it, you choose to…
I am proud to announce that my short 3min film CATATHRENIA has been selected as a finalist for ATYP’s The Voice’s Project – Fresh Ink’s LOVEBYTES competition. Catathrenia will be featured in my ArtsLab piece. If I win this competition I gain a place at the National Young Writers Studio. Which excites me as this year was all about exploring my […]
Are your dreams in black and white or colour?
All photos courtesy of Stephen Godfrey
When life gives you lemons, make AAAAAARRRRRRT
I think we are all feeling the pressure of the up coming work in progress showing. Personally, life has been kicking me in my metaphorical testicles so the stress has compounded with trying to balance life and making. This showing is an opportunity to get feedback from peers and deeply respected members of the […]
Déjà vu
I would always dream I was the rabbit… Déjà vu – I believe it is that moment when your dreams come true, even though I know it’s just an impression. IMGs found on weheartit.com
And then you wonder…
Picture this. You’ve had this idea for weeks. This idea in your head that manifests as a little tiny seed and with a few drops of water, a bit of sunlight, and a whole lot of time, begins to blossom into a flower, a fruit, a tree. You see this beautiful thing growing, you see […]
