August

August brings us closer to November when The Music Club will hold their annual concert.
Saturdays are busy all day with musicians practicing their pieces.
The club is also holding their annual workshop event on August 18th and 19th so the gallery will be busy all weekend.

Kerry's "Acrylic Pour" workshop was a great hit and another buzz at the gallery on Saturday. Thank you Kerry, there was a lot of preparation in this workshop and some brilliant outcomes .Thanks to Morgan and Beth from the Photographers' Group for some great shots.











The Photographers' "DOORS"  exhibition is providing some delight for visitors both local and from further afield. An artist from Moonta is hoping to take the concept back to her local art group so it seems we are trendsetters.



Sales have been brisk this month and as usual include a wide variety of items from large prints and pastels to small craft items. Congratulations to all.

sample of sales

The Curdnatta Photographers' Group has decided to form a group on our Facebook Page where they can connect easily and find relevant information about the focus of each meeting.  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1043873959106225/?source_id=568532469876754
This can also be a space for sharing photos and experiences so jump in and have some fun.

This is a friendly, supportive group that welcomes people at all skills levels and enjoys helping people achieve better outcomes with their photography. 

There are  regular short and long term challenges which people can interpret in any way they choose.

So that people can plan ahead there is a calendar for the next few months .
  • September 8th Topic - "FOCUS"  how to improve your photos by placing the sharpest focus exactly where you want it. Suitable for all skill levels.
  • October 13th Topic - A field trip to The Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden. Meet at the lookout at 1pm. ( Please note that everyone taking part in this activities does so at their own risk. Gallery insurance policies are only valid within the gallery space.) Bring hats, sunscreen, walking shoes, tripods (if required).
  • November 10th Topic - Portraits and lighting. Hands on opportunity with discussion around different lighting effects.

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