15.03.24 - 17.03.24
1 WEEKEND TO SEE WHAT THE WORD PUSH INSPIRES
PARTICIPATING CREATIVES:
Lincoln Austin
Sam Eyles
Sarah Manderson
Sarah Seminutin
Wayne Talbot
Michelle Vine
Step into a world where art crosses boundaries and transforms space. Push brings together a diverse group of artists, designers and performers who collaboratively responded to the word ‘push’ within the spatial context of Vacant Assembly. We invite you to explore interactive multi-sensory installations, disruptive social interventions, and captivating audiovisual experiences that challenge perceptions, spark dialogue and build connection. This exhibition is a celebration of collective experimentation, offering a thought-provoking journey through art that pushes boundaries and redefines the artistic landscape.
THE PROGRAM
FRIDAY 15th MARCH
4.30 - 5.30pm
LINCOLN AUSTIN’S UNSTILL LIFE DRAWING
BYO drawing materials & drinks
Tickets $10 per/person
6 - 10pm
PUSH OPENING EVENT!
DJ @__twinsister (Emily Devers)
BYO drinks
Entry by donation
SATURDAY 16th MARCH
12 - 4pm
PUSH EXHIBITION CONTINUES
Free Entry
SUNDAY 17th MARCH
11am - 1.45pm
PUSH EXHIBITION CONTINUES
Free Entry
2pm
THE FRIENDS’ ZONE
Light Facilitated Mingling (more info below)
BYO drinks
Tickets $15
4.30 - 8pm
FLUID BODIES
Cushions, Experimental Sounds, BYO Drinks
Entry by $ Donation
8pm
Exhibition Close.
Historically the Artist/Model relationship is one of complex and shifting power dynamics. Many historical tales of seduction and abuse continue to circulate.
Western ‘Life Drawing’ begins with the Italian renaissance. ‘Naturalism’ required an accuracy only achievable through direct observation, with models often drawn from the society’s fringes.
By the 18th century Life Drawing was an essential element to a Western art education, the human form scrutinised and precisely rendered, the teacher directing the Model’s static poses.
Life drawing’s recent resurgence in popularity as a means of refining observational skills, an opportunity for a shared creative experience, and (I’m told) a hens night favourite, is now coupled with greater autonomy and respect for the Model.
What might happen if the Artist took the Model’s role? How do you ‘render’ a Model who chooses movement over stillness (engaging with their yoga practice).
I don’t know, so let’s find out…Unstill Life Drawing
4.30 FRIDAY 15th MARCH - Bring your own art materials - BUY TIX HERE
Join us in THE FRIENDS’ ZONE for Light Facilitated Mingling.
Think speed dating, but for friendship.
Your social navigation hosts, Zac and Jen, will guide you safely through the uncertain waters of connecting with strangers. Our carefully curated questions help you dive into deeper conversations to discover hidden treasure within.
“Yield, Push, Reach, Grasp, Pull”
Together, we’ll playfully Q & A what these five actions mean to you, your creative practice and your relationships.
2 x 45 minute segments with a break
Curiosity - Conversations - Connection
2pm SUNDAY 17th MARCH - Bring your own drinks - BUY TIX HERE
FLUID BODIES
Featuring Nadeem Tiafau @enter__other and Zachary @6biscuitsA deep listening experiment of bodies, seas and great expanses—fluid worlds for other modes of being. An improvisational collaboration between enter + quincy raw through ambience, texture and rhythm.
https://soundcloud.com/youmayenter
https://soundcloud.com/quincy_raw
4.30pm SUNDAY 17th MARCH - Entry by donation