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I'm Jenny Ward and each month I will bring you news and interviews about exhibitions and artists in the Blue Mountains and further abroad
Discover what's on in one of the most vibrant artistic communities in the country. I'm situated in the beautiful Blue Mountains in New South Wales, Australia, in the village of Blackheath where there is a significant arts community.
My initial focus will be in my own backyard the Blue Mountains and the Central West of NSW but there will be forays further afield and overseas.
Stay tuned..... MUSIC by RICHARD PERCIVAL
Discover what's on in one of the most vibrant artistic communities in the country. I'm situated in the beautiful Blue Mountains in New South Wales, Australia, in the village of Blackheath where there is a significant arts community.
My initial focus will be in my own backyard the Blue Mountains and the Central West of NSW but there will be forays further afield and overseas.
Stay tuned..... MUSIC by RICHARD PERCIVAL
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We’re kicking off the new year of In the Frame with a program dedicated to women artists in the Blue Mountains, celebrating International Women’s Day.In this episode, artists talk about the challenges facing female creatives in an increasingly competitive industry. We also speak with Kellie Harrington, organiser of the SHE MEANS BUSINESS International Women’s Day Conference on March 8 at the Fairmont Resort in Leura, Blue Mountains. She discusses the inaugural event, which aims to inspire, empower and equip women in business—from established entrepreneurs to side-hustlers and anyone ready to turn their ideas into action.Plus, we bring you a rundown of what’s happening in regional galleries.
This is the final edition of in the frame for 2025.This month we are moving further afield in the NSW Central West.Hear David Isbester, who has a gallery in Canowindra, as well as his painting companion Peter Larsen. They've recently had an exhibition where they painted on large pieces of cardboard with house paint!!The works are very effective.As well, Jo Morris from the Orchard Street Gallery in Taralga tells how a tree change put a whole new perspective on their lives.Meantime, we have a packed show chatting to the winner of the Kedumba $20,000 drawing award, a round up of Christmas art shopping suggestions and an update onexhibitions in and around the Blue Mountains for the next month or so.First up is Spencer Calveley, who has taken out the prestigious, lucrative award for his piece Rural Eclectic 111.
In the Frame presents an exciting program this month, showcasing a diverse mix of artists; exhibitions and theatre in the Blue Mountains. Highlights include works by acclaimed Australian artist Wendy Sharpe; a Pulitzer Prize–winning play; a captivating exhibition exploring the Indian sari, and the much-anticipated reopening of the Wentworth Falls School of Arts.
This month offers a diverse range of events, including a sculpture exhibition, a memoir by a Blackheath local, a highly lucrative art prize and an intriguing selection of plays written by local playwrights, all being performed in Blackheath.
IN THE FRAME takes a step beyond traditional art to speak with master glass blower Keith Rowe, uncovering the intricacies of this age-old craft, sculptor Henryk Topolnicki talks about his sculpture garden and the Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum takes on a new direction with the exhibition of award winning artist Wendy Sharpe.
As winter approaches, the area comes alive with a rich variety of artistic events.The rebirth of the Wentworth Falls School of Arts, the launch of a rich drawing award and a fireside chat with one of the country's best known embroiderers who hit world fame working on the costumes for George Lucas' Star Wars
From a ceramics exhibition to Lithgow Fashion Week and the evolution of cultural funding, this month’s all-women lineup on IN THE FRAME brings a diverse range of stories to the spotlight.
Catch up on the latest art events in the Blue Mountains. including the Cultural Centre in Katoomba showing Blue Mountains Portraits 2025 - an annual exhibition celebrating the diverse individuals who shape this region.Hear Indigenous artist and Archibald Prize winner Blak Douglas talk about his fascinating exhibition at the Penrith Regional Gallery...The Halfway Line runs until late July.And a look at what most people would consider an entertainment form from a bygone era.....Radio plays have made a comeback
Katoomba artist Karen I Vernon shares insights into her upcoming exhibition, while landscape artist Neil Taylor explores the use of color in his work. Get the latest updates on the Wentworth Falls School of the Arts, celebrate the first anniversary of Katoomba’s NWC Gallery, and look forward to the Famous and Infamous of the Blue Mountains exhibition by renowned illustrator Ward O'Neill at Leura’s Everglades
Reflecting on the past year, we highlight some exciting artistic achievements and upcoming events:
Robert Shepherd, winner of the $20,000 Kedumba Drawing Award, shares insights into his piece, Study of a Small Rock.
Blue Mountains illustrator Bill Hope discusses his exhibition Going Somewhere, currently on display at the Lost Bear Gallery in Katoomba until December 8.
For those looking for holiday inspiration, check out our extensive guide to Blue Mountains galleries—perfect for Christmas shopping.
Flamenco dancer Veronica Gilmer previews a vibrant Flamenco night with tapas, set to light up Katoomba in January.
Damian Castaldi introduces his latest exhibition, AWASH: A Water Dialogue, at the newly established Landslide Gallery in Wentworth Falls. The exhibit reflects his residency experience in Venice.
Ceramic sculptor Fiona Ryan Clark returns from an enriching study trip to Venice, brimming with fresh ideas and creative energy.
Stay tuned for more art and culture news from the Blue Mountains!
A captivating new exhibition, debuting for the first time to the public, has opened at the Norman Lindsay Gallery in Faulconbridge. A renowned landscape artist encounters a touch of royalty, a new sculpture garden emerges and the winner of a prestigious drawing award is soon to be announced.
Catch all of this and more in my latest episode of In the Frame
Keep up to date with the latest from the art scene in the Blue Mountains area.
Kedumba drawing award deadline looms, live theatre, live drawing opportunities and a successful milliner transitions to a talented painter. Its all here in my podcast IN THE FRAME
The Blue Mountains is home to so many talented artists
of various disciplines. ....listen to two remarkable sculptors and a digital artist.
Peter Shoemark, who specialises not only in collecting
junk but creating fabulous sculptures from found objects.
Katoomba ceramacist Fiona Ryan Clark sculptures have a very distinct look, inspired by American native Indians. To view and purchase her works take a look at her
website under the name fionaryanclark
And Digital creator Brian Reid is exhibiting at the NWC Gallery (formerly Gallery 188) in
Katoomba from July 27 – to August 5. The exhibition will feature 50 of his works.
... from artists capturing village street life and master potters to timber fanatics who love to create.
They're all here on this podcast.
John Ellison who was captivated by drawing while still a toddler, Susie McMeekin a master hands on potter and Ross Howard whose fascination with timber has led to him to not only building a superb valley home but to buying a timber stage from one of Sydney's grand theatres..... listen now....
In the Blue Mountains, autumn unfolds its splendour, painting the landscape with vibrant hues and inviting a mesmerizing array of art exhibitions.
In this episode In the Frame explores the areas vibrant arts scene, including painting with alcohol inks, Flamenco dancing and behind the scenes of one of the country's most important drawing collections
Listen to one of Blue Mountains favourite artists Jane Canfield discuss her art and inspiration.Lithgow's Gang Gang Gallery is hosting the Hands on Clay ceramics exhibition from March 28 till April 28. One of the very talented ceramicists is Greg Daly whose works are exhibited around the world and feature wonderful lustres and glazes. Hear Greg describe his passion .And I chat to Veronica Gilmer who designed Pennie Steele's book Ideal States and Sacred Places which features a wonderful body of work
The last podcast of the year features compelling interviews with notable artists from the Blue Mountains, along with updates on exhibitions and galleries.
Jody Graham, who’s exhibiting at the Lost Bear Gallery
in Katoomba until December 10 talks about the remarkable tools she makes and uses in her art work.
Rowan Matthews dramatic works will be showing at the Day Gallery in Blackheath until December 3.
Blak Douglas will be opening the Gang Gang Gallery’s Christmas art fair this Saturday December 2 and Victor and Sharon Peralta share their invigorating plans for Katoomba’s Gallery 188 .
Music: RM Percival 'Oily Rag'
In the Frame brings you an insight into the workings of some fabulous Blue Mountains artists– what makes them tick and what they’re up to.
British born, Katoomba based artist Pennie Steel chats about her upcoming exhibition at Lithgow's Gang Gang Gallery; Plein air artist Warwick Fuller discusses the importance of LIGHT and his brushes with royalty and long time artist Brian Reid discusses his transition to digital art.
Stay tuned.....
(Music by Richard Percival)
Thanks for listening to my Podcast.
This episode of IN THE FRAME brings news of the upcoming 1841 opera, RITA, in Lithgow on November 4 and 5. Book your tickets through trybooking.com
Visit the Blackheath Art Prize Exhibition this Saturday September 30 at 2.30, meet the artists and witness the prizegiving. 139A Station Street, Blackheath
And multi Walkley award winning illustrator and caricaturist Ward O'Neill chats about his stint as artist in residence at the Old School in Mount Wilson for the past month.
Then back to Lithgow to hear how the very smart Gang Gang Gallery was born, with Sharon Howard.
Victor Peralta, irrepressible owner of Gallery One 88
in Katoomba, has some major changes to chat about.
Lynda Hyde, hard edged geometric artist, credits
Austrian born architect Harry Seidler, considered the father of Australian modernism with influencing her outstanding art work today.
And much loved Blackheath landscape artist Natasha Daniloff chats about her upcoming exhibition at Everglades in Leura.
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