Arthur Creative Services Division | Workshop Series 2018Term 3 Newsletter

This is the last week of Term 3.We will commence workshop series for Term 4

Commencing on Monday 8th October 2018.

Term 4 Commencement Dates:

Monday 8th October – 10th DecemberOne on Ones – various times – individual programs Jack In The Box 10am – 1pm Studio Art 10am – 1pm (NEW)Monday Film 1.30pm – 4.30pm Tuesday 9th October – 11th DecemberOne on Ones – various times – individual programs Mixed Media/Film 10am -1pmPhotography 1.30pm – 4.30pm Wednesday 10th October – 12th DecemberMatchbox 10am – 1pmPaintbox (AM Session) 10am – 1pmPaintbox (PM Session) 2pm – 5pmThursday 11th October – 13th DecemberOne on Ones – various times – individual programs Progressive Studio – various times – individual programs Paintbox 10am – 1pm or 12 – 3 (various times) Photography 1.00pm – 3.00pmFriday 12th October – 14st DecemberScreen printing 10am – 1pmScreen printing 1.30pm – 4.30pmBoxhead 2pm – 3.30pm One on Ones - various times – individual programs

*If you need a full year date listing sent please ask.

A friendly reminder to everyone:

Under the NDIS we require a minimum of 24 hours’ notice if a person is unable to attend their workshop. This is a requirement of NDIS and we are must adhere to this policy. If the required minimum notice (24 hours) is not given, the workshop that is unattended will be invoiced at 90% of the full rate.

To notify us of absences please contact April Welfare by text or phone on 0467 227 303 or alternatively the front office on 53317924…. Thank you!

General News

We have had a great term three with lots of projects across all of the studios, congratulations to the participants for all of their hard work. Hope everyone enjoys a well-earned holiday!!!

The Arts for All - Royal South Street

Monday, Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s Arthur Creative’s three performing art workshops took to the stage at the 2018 Royal South Street Eisteddfod.

There were 15 different performances in total spanning across the categories of Speech and Drama, instrumental, Vocal and Dance. Arthur Creative won fourteen prizes including 4 firsts, 4 seconds, 3 thirds, 3 honorable mentions and 1 highly commended.

Maria Van Ravenstein, came first for her contemporary vocal performance for the second year running. Maria sang ‘We are Australian’, which received a standing ovation.

Jenna Rathgeber was fantastic in her solo dance performance and Boxheads ensemble dance of which she choreographed both.

Jamie Lyons and Kaitlyn Bell received an honorable mention for their wheelchair dance.

All of the performers did a fantastic job and it was great to see a build-up of confidence in individual performers from last year.

Bryce Ives, the adjudicator, artistic director from Theatre Works in St Kilda, gave all the performances feedback which was positive encouraging and honest. Bryce said he felt the Arthur groups had great group dynamics and to keep rehearsing and building on peoples individual skills.

Everyone really enjoyed the experience of having the opportunity to perform and showcase skills, such as choreography, costume design and staging.

Instrumental SoloMaria Van Ravenstein 3rd PianoDance Solo 1st Jenna Rathgeber – say something2nd Sarah Cambell - Haka3rd Kate Rennie – any colour you like HM Anne Chibnall There must be an AngelDance group 2nd Boxhead Jungle danceHC Kaitlyn Bell and Jamie Lyons Chair danceSpeech and Drama1st Michael O Shea and Ronnie Finch Comedy2nd Joel Gills and LiamAbery comedyHM Match box ‘Romeo and Juliet’ and Boxhead ‘Lions Den’Vocal Group 1st Matchbox ‘True Blue’Vocal Solo1st Maria Van Ravenstein ‘We are Australian’2nd Michael O Shea ‘My heart is an open book’3rd Chantelle St John ‘True Colours’

Unicorn lane

Unicorn Lane & Sturt StreetArthur Creative: Small Stuff was displayed in Unicorn Lane for the month of August. Arthur Creative showcased a range of ‘small works’ from the artists from the Visual arts studios. We had a wonderful turn out to the opening on a rather wild winter’s day. Our artists received lots of feedback on the colourful display with many interesting things to look at.

Don’t forget that Monday mornings we have Studio Art, the lead artist is Jess Schroeter and the workshop is all sorts of visual mediums called Studio Art 10am -1pm! We also would like to remind you that there is a photography workshop on Thursday afternoons 1pm -3pm with spaces available. If you have any further questions please contact April Welfare on 0467 227 303.

We look forward to seeing everyone for Term 4 – Happy Holidays!

Upcoming events

As a part of history week 2018 Meredith history group has invited artist to depict some part of the story of Sub Inspector William Dunbar Johnstone.Arthur artists have created ‘Wanted” posters which will be exhibited at the Meredith History Centre from Sunday 7th October for two weeks and then a further four weeks at Bannockburn Cultural Hub.

Market Day!

We are having an in studio market day on Friday 21st and the Thursday 27th of September. Workshops will run as normal on the 21st and we will open the studio up to the public to come in and have a look at our fantastic stock on both days. Excellent specials and art work will be available so feel free to pop in any time between 10 – 4 and 1 - 4 on Thursday!!

End of Year Showcase

Wednesday December 5th – Details to follow!!!!

State Connected Exhibition

Congratulations to Drew Allan, Sarah Kentish, Jack Stacey and Aaron Bligh - their work has been selected to be exhibited at No Vacancy Gallery, Federation Square.The exhibition runs from October 19 – 26th and the awards ceremony is held on Tuesday 23rd Oct.

News from the Studios

A summary of what’s been happening across the programs this term. We’ve broken summary into three streams of 1) Drama/Performing Arts, 2) Visual Arts and 3) Multi Media. Please do not hesitate to contact us and make a time to meet if you’d like to hear more about what’s been going on.

Drama/Performing Arts Studio Everyone has worked really hard with lots of rehearsals for South Street Competitions being the focus for term three. A big thankyou to Tim Harris for orchestrating all of the performing artists from Jack in the Box, Matchbox and Boxhead in the South Street competitions. A fantastic experience for all the artists involved.

Visual Arts Studio’s

Progressive Studio

The focus for this term has been making work for Unicorn Lane exhibition, which was a great success, and individuals building on their own body of work. Some artists have been accepted to exhibit their work in the State Connected Exhibition and everyone is looking forward to the showcasing their work at the end of year event.

Paintbox

In paintbox this term we finalised works for our successful exhibition at unicorn lane.We were very excited to visit the Ballarat Gallery this Term and view the new acquisitions. We have been continuing with 3D works and mixed media, incorporating gouache, collage and acrylic. A number of our artists have enjoyed using the large easels and taking inspiration from the Gallery's large works. Fantastic work by everyone this term!

Studio Art

Studio Art had a terrific first term finding interest in still life objects and drawing, we explored different drawing and painting projects. We drew bottles, fruit and plants, including sgraffito technique drawing with oil pastels and resist method of drawing on paper with oil pastel and ink wash.

Screen Printing

Screen-printing was busy this term making items for the pop up market and exhibiting some small works in Unicorn Lane gallery. We have been exploring product development and have made some new items including key rings that will be available at future events. We’ve also been working on individual projects as well as being inspired by famous artists. The pop-up market is also coming up on the last Friday of term there will be portraits available between 10-2 pm and screen printed items on sale from last year, all available to be purchased at the Arthur studio. Looking forward to the pop-up market and hope to see you there!

Multi Media Studio

Mixed Media/ Film

This term we worked on individual film ideas and projects. One of the projects was based on a World War 2 period piece inspired by the artists own family experience, this generated a lot of discussion and involved finding, making, researching and setting up of props from this period.Both film and photography were involved in two days of filming a Melba Karden production which will eventually be on the website. This gave the participants the opportunity to be part of a

professional production, using a storyboard and script, making cue cards, operating the camera, using the clapper board and staging lights. The second day we travelled to Lillydale to continue filming. Thank you to Jenna Rathgeber, Liam Abery and Aaron Bligh who came along to assist with the production- great team work from everyone involved!!! Mixed Media/ Film Monday

This term we looked at ‘slap stick’ humour. We took inspiration from the three stooges, Jerry Lewis and Buster Keaton. The group then created their own movie based on these ideas and enjoyed the light-hearted project.

Congratulations to the Monday film group with 2 of their original films being selected to be screened at the ‘Sit Down, Shut Up and Watch’ Film Festival. The festival will be held in South Australia over 19-20 October. Fantastic work guys!!!!

Photography

This term we explored using the instax camera to create atmospheric shots for the exhibition at Unicorn Lane –‘small stuff’. The theme was Interior/Exterior, the artists created their own miniature “set “and then photographed it using the Polaroid camera. The result was lots of great mini instant shots that were part of the exhibition at Unicorn Lane. Further this term we have been re-creating favorite images from film scenes and looking at re-creating album covers, one of which was School of Rock.

Don’t forget we have a You Tube Channel – visit the site for new Films!!! Search You Tube for Arthur Creative Services or Visit this link https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6plmTrnygvJmhvYCwkmiSQ

Social Enterprise

Now on Instagram displaying the Arthur Product Range. Everyone is welcome to follow us at Arthur3creative.

Social Enterprise has a range of screen printed products available for sale at Claymotion a local retail outlet selling art based products and materials. Don’t forget to check out Claymotion which is located on Mayor Street in Ballarat.

Artist Blog

Hi, this is Jenna Rathgeber here! Well, on Monday and Tuesday we went to South Street to perform and it was really great and we all enjoyed it and had fun. I have also been doing a poster for the market day next week on Friday 21st of September with my own design on it. I hope you guys can come and have a look. Thant would be great if you guys can come, Thank you very much.

From Jenna!

Enrolment News

If you’re interested in seeing what’s on offer at Arthur at a glance – see the core programs below. 1:1 and pathway sessions can be tailored to you so can run anytime. If you need further information when meeting with your NDIS planner please do not hesitate to contact us.

Morning

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Studio Art

10am – 1pm

Mixed Media / Film (The Box)

10am – 1pm

Drama (Matchbox)

10am – 1pm

Progressive Studio

10am – 3pm

Screen Printing

10am – 1pm

Music, drama, dance and visual arts

(Jack in The Box)

10am – 1pm

Visual Art (Paintbox)

10am – 1pm

Afternoon

Mixed Media / Film (The Box)

1.30pm – 4.30pm

Photography (The PhotoBox)

1.30pm – 4.30pm

Visual Art (Paintbox)

2pm – 5pm

Photography

1.00pm – 3.00pm

Screen Printing

1.30pm – 4.30pm

Drama

(Boxhead)

2pm - 3.30pm

For a full listing of all the Arthur Creative Programs please visit our website or see one of the friendly staff who can give you a copy of the Arts Program or visit www.karden.org.au

Karden Disability Support Foundation (KDSF) is a small and innovative not for profit organisation that provides individualised services to more than 100 people with disability. The organisation is based in Ballarat and supports people in the City of Ballarat, Hepburn Shire, Moorabool Shire and Golden Plains Shire Local Government Areas.

Karden provides the following services for people with disability in Ballarat and surrounds;

Direct Support Service Coordination Person Centred Planning Program Delivery

KDSF staff strive to create customised services for all the people we support. An important part of our work is also to work with our community and help them to understand that a person with a disability is primarily that - A person first. Our individualised flexible support service enables people to access their community or receive the support they require at home, or both!

Direct Support Services Whether the person is supported through funding for independent living, day or individualised support, we take an individualised approach, tailoring our responses to the needs and wishes of the person. You can also combine with others to share the expense of a support person to take you on a planned activity outing of your choice.  Talk to us about a tailored package of support for you or your family member on the phone

03 5331 7924 or face to face - We are based at 602 Urquhart Street, Ballarat (enter via Windermere Street)

The “Therapeutic Program” aims to provide evidence based interventions for people to access a safe, confidential and respectful place to work through, any issue that is important to you. It is an opportunity to explore where you are in life and where you want to be. You are the expert on your life and our role is to guide you through a process of greater self-understanding and awareness of yourself. This process often reveals new ways in which you can improve your circumstances and live a fulfilling life based on your values and beliefs. Any type of therapy is a cooperative partnership that aims to empower you by giving you greater insight into your strengths and giving you the tools that will help you deal with life’s challenges.

This is achieved via a stream of different modalities that suit diverse communication needs:

Counselling / Psychotherapy Art Therapy Rhythm 2 Recovery

The Therapeutic Program will be run from 602 Urquhart Street, Ballarat. (enter via Windermere Street carpark)

The “Arthur Creative Services Division” offers arts programs that encourage and facilitate high quality arts and cultural activity within Ballarat, whilst promoting a wider acceptance and participation in a professional arts context by people with a disability. Our arts programs also offer commercial, exhibition and professional development opportunities for artists with a disability interested in pursuing commercial / career pathways.

This is achieved via:

A range of arts based workshops for emerging and established artists with disability. The core programs are designed for beginners who are wanting to get an introduction into the arts, or can also be used as a working supported studio base for more established artists. The pathway programs are designed for artists who have been established within the arts and are wishing to pursue an arts pathway to independent practice (either studio based or within the community)

Provision of and participation in local events and festivals Continuous strategic work on the development and implementation of a multimodal arts

space for creation and housing of above and broader community arts activity.

Arthur Studio is located and operates from 602 Urquhart Street, Ballarat. (enter via Windermere Street carpark)

Full Arthur Staff Listing 2018

Below is the set listing for staff for 2018 - In times of illness and leave there is some staff movement. Artists are getting to know all staff, formally in session and informally in passing, which is great to add diversity and exposure to different styles of working.

Monday In Studio Tim Harris - Jack in Box (Direct Client Contact) Simon Kelly - Film and One on One Sessions (Direct Client Contact) Natalie Robinson - Jack in Box and Film (Direct Client Contact)Vikki Nash – One on One Sessions (Direct Client Contact)Jess Schroeter – Studio Art and One on One Sessions (Direct Client Contact)

Tuesday In StudioApril Welfare - Photography and Film (Direct Client Contact)Natalie Robinson - Photography and Film (Direct Client Contact)Simon Kelly - One on One Sessions (Direct Client Contact)

Wednesday In StudioTim Harris - Matchbox Drama Workshop (Direct Client Contact)April Welfare - Matchbox Drama Workshop, Studio Coordination and Editing/Planning (Direct Client Contact and Creative Task Management)Darren Platt - Paintbox AM and PM (Direct Client Contact)Natalie Robinson –Paintbox AM and PM (Direct Client Contact)

Thursday In Studio April Welfare - Progressive Studio (Direct Client Contact and Admin)Jess Schroeter - Progressive Studio (Direct Client Contact and some planning/prep) Simon Kelly - Photography (Direct Client Contact)Natalie Robinson – Arts Administration

Friday In StudioJessica Schroeter – Screen-printing (Direct Client Contact)Natalie Robinson – Screen-printing (Direct Client Contact)April Welfare - Boxhead Workshop (Direct Client Contact and Creative Task Management)Tim Harris - Boxhead Workshop (Direct Client Contact)Simon Kelly – One on One Sessions (Direct Client Contact)

Arts AdministrationNatalie Robinson - Intake and Administration (Thursdays - available on site for drop in by clients and supports)

Casual Pool List Vikki Nash, Lynda Russell, Brenton Shaw, Jessica Schroeter, Penny Hetherington, Simon Kelly, Tim Harris and April Welfare available on days not working set shifts.