May at The Platform

A steady month at The Platform with increased visitors due to the Pichi Richi Train and the usual tourist season.

 We have had some interesting reactions from visitors most of which have been delight at finding us and the unique arts products in the gallery. 
Some feel our prices are too low but from the number of sales it seems we are pitching our prices appropriately for the demographic of our visitors.  



Recent sales have included a wide range of artists' work.


" New Directions" by Georgie

" Birds and Wildlife" by Sandy

The Carlton School Exhibition Opening have all been highlights in May.




The stained-glass workshop was given some additional funding by the gallery and was well attended with everyone commenting that Yvonne did an excellent job as a tutor.
The management group will consider the purchase of a glass grinding machine for use by members.


 Two schools applied for Funding from the  group. The Special School has received $500 that will go towards painting a friendship bench and a selection of painted rocks for the school yard. 
Carlton R-9 school received $450 which supported their "People Together" art project currently on display in the gallery. All classes were bussed to the gallery to participate in "Mini" exhibition openings throughout the day.

 You can read the Transcontinental article HERE. 
And view the Regional News Report which is uploaded Monday 27th May. 

Nightly News 7 Spencer Gulf.

If anyone is interested in conducting "ART" activities at Ramsay Village please contact Anne-Marie Seagrim.

 Our stall at The Community Expo held at Central Oval was well received and people have been able to go to our FB page to download photos that were taken on the day.

 We currently have around 800 likes for our FB Page.

 Roster for June:  we have a couple of spots that need filling.

 Knitting in Public Day will be held at the gallery on June 8th so bring your crochet and knitting along and join in the fun.

 Georgie is holding an iPad/tablet drawing workshop on July 20th from 10-1.. this is now live on eventbrite  or people can pay at the gallery.












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