‘Dreams of Girls & Other Wild Things” an exhibition by Anastassia Balachova & Delphine Andersen. Meet the artists Tuesday 30 May 6pm
Anastassia Balachova
About
I was born on May 29 1985 in St-Petersburg, Russia. Showing curiosity in art from early age, when I turned 7 I was enrolled in Art School in St-Petersburg where I was exposed to Traditional art techniques.
In 2000 My mum and I moved to Sydney, Australia. On completing my HSC in 2005 I enrolled into National Art School, where I choose Painting as a Major. I feel that the combination of both those worlds and different Art Schools has allowed me to be free and experimental at my own practice and techniques. I enjoy illustrating from both life and from array of people, artists, but also including places and events.
Artists Statement
As I translate my everyday observations onto canvas I find there is a realm of expression only painting can capture. I like to depict a variety of subjects: still life, landscape and especially portraiture, as I find people fascinating to paint and capture their emotion in still moments which painting can achieve. Keeping a variety of subjects are both exciting and challenging for me, as I never stop learning new ways and techniques. Each new canvas in an opportunity for new ways and techniques. Each new canvas is an opportunity for a new experience and adventure.
Solo Exhibitions
14 February 2015 NANA Contemporary Art Space, Newcastle
15 June 2013 Tap Gallery, Darlinghurst, Sydney
8 September 2011 Union Hotel, Newtown, Sydney
15 September 2010 Tap Gallery, Darlinghurst, Sydney
23 September 2009 Tap Gallery, Darlinghurst, Sydney
Group Exhibitions
13 September 2011 Group show at City of Sydney RSL, Sydney
15 December 2008 Graduation show at National Art School, Sydney
Delphine Andersen
Artist Statement
I am a painter and printmaker – as a painter my gaze is on the distant movement and textures of my environs; as a printmaker, I contemplate discrete subjects within my environment. Whether my focus is from a distant or close perspective, I am a landscape artist. In my work, I seek mechanisms to express physical and emotional connections with my landscape and the elements within that landscape, and through this I feel a heightened sense of connectedness to the here and now.
About
I was born in Annandale, and grew up in Sydney’s inner west, west, and the central coast, north of Sydney. As an adult, I have variously resided in Sydney, Brisbane, Indonesia and Ireland. I currently work and live in Sydney’s inner west.
Education
2009 – 2017 Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art) (part-time) – current
Curtin University, Perth, WA
2014 Certificate III Printing & Graphic Arts (Screen Printing)
Sydney Institute of Technology
2013 Certificate II Printing & Graphic Arts (Screen Printing)
Sydney Institute of Technology
2012 Certificate I Printing & Graphic Arts (Screen Printing)
Sydney Institute of Technology
Solo Exhibitions
2014 17 minutes from town
BuzzzBar Gallery, Newtown
Group Exhibitions
2016 Boomalli 300 Dollar Day
Boomalli Gallery, Leichhardt NSW
2015 Spilt Milk Magazine – Printmakers
Annandale Hotel, Annandale NSW
2014 Arcade Screen Printing – Printmakers
Vic on the Park Hotel, Enmore NSW
2011 Royal Easter Show, Sydney
Painting: Australian Birds & Flowers
2010 Royal Easter Show, Sydney
Painting: Australian Birds & Flowers
3rd Prize: Henry’s Shindig – five gums up from Wolli Creek, first grevillea on the right
2008 Local Art Making
Frilly Lizard Café Gallery, Bardwell Park NSW
St O’Donnell Concept Store Pop Up Shop – 10 to 16 April
LOCAL LEGENDS ST O’DONNELL CELEBRATE THEIR FIRST BIRTHDAY
Sydney based collective St. O’Donnell celebrate 1 whole year of bringing together; artists, musicians and both local and international creatives. In celebration of this momentous occasion the St O’Donnell crew are doing what they do best and curating a week-long birthday concept store and events for themselves and their friends.
Located at Surry Hills ‘Tap’ Gallery – The Concept Store by day and events by night will feature; local clothing brands and artists and will be transformed on opening/closing night into a glorious groove house – Join St O’Donnell in celebration and support >cytotec online us your local creative scene.
WHAT St O’Donnell Concept Store (Opening/ Closing Night celebrations TBA)
WHEN 10th- 16th April
WHERE Tap Gallery (259 Riley Street, Surry Hills)
CLOTHING Acid Reign, Best Before, Bodega Collective, Rat Lifs
ARTISTS Amy Roser, Pads, Vanessa Nguyen, Monique Rojas, Diana Pritchard, Martina Martian, Natasha Michels
LINE UP TBA
ABOUT US
What began as an outlet for producers, DJ’s and radio hosts has grown into a label that not only represents artists, but also hosts regular events, connects with other creatives through an ongoing lifestyle blog and a fortnightly radio show at BBR.
Calling for Artists for The TAP goes POP Group Show. Exhibition from 20 to 31 March. Opening Wed 22 March 6-8pm
Calling all artists to join our POP Group Show. All media, all types, all themes accepted. Deliver artworks by Monday 20 March, per entry, with no limit of artworks.
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Opening night & Drinks with the artists: Wed 22 March 6-8pm
Grand Finale: Cosplay Catwalk on Friday 31 March
More details to come.
International Women’s Day Art Exhibition & Prize 6 to 17 March. Opening night Wed 8 March 6-8 pm – Calling All Artists to submit work
Congratulations to Debbie Nankervis “Sister Citys”
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THANKING WOMEN ON BOARDS for their continued support.
Press Release 2017
TAP GALLERY & WOMEN ON BOARDS
INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY ART PRIZE 2017
6th – 19th March 2017
Opening night Wednesday 8th March
6pm to 8pm at TAP Gallery
To celebrate International Women’s Day 2017, Women on Boards will award first prize for The International Women’s Day ART PRIZE at TAP Gallery on Wednesday 8th March. The International Womens Day Art Prize is now in its 8th year. Last year saw more than 150 entries in all media and the winner was selected by guest judges. Also included was a people’s choice award inviting the attending public to vote for their favourite work on the evening.
“It was an honour to have my print chosen from the diverse and interesting works entered for the WOB International Women’s Day Art Prize. As a part-time print-maker who juggles a passion for print-making with full-time employment, I was thrilled to win the prize” said Kirsten McDonald, winner of the 2010 award.
TAP Gallery is calling for artists to enter the 2017 WOB INTERNATIONAL WOMENS ART PRIZE.
“We are passionate >cytotec online without prescription about the progression of women in all walks of life and it’s for this reason we have set up this annual prize” said Ruth Medd, Chair, Women on Boards.
Women on Boards is the leading advocate for improving gender diversity on Australian boards and work to improve women’s access to, and opportunities to be selected for, board positions in all sectors.
The prize has an open theme allowing female artists to freely express themselves in all mediums & genres.
We invite the public to attend on Wednesday 8th March 6pm at Tap Gallery when the winner will be presented with their award.
Celebrating International Women’s Day with the launch of the “WOB International Women’s Art Prize” TAP Gallery is featuring a week of Women’s events. Stay tuned for more Women in film,music & much more. All of these events are open to the public and all are welcome.
TAP Gallery is open daily 12-6pm
Evening events vary.
For more information, please visit www.tapgallery.org.au or contact Lesley on 0400810440
TAP Gallery
259 Riley St Surry Hills NSW 2010
www.tapgallery.org.au
EMAIL info@tapgallery.org.au
TAP Gallery is a not-for-profit organisation run by artists.