Exhibition
Swell 2013 starts Friday 13 – Sunday 22 September and John’s piece, Blue Perspective, is all set up and ready for visitors. It was a fun work morning and the photos below prove it! 50 sculptures by artists from across the globe are on display, as well as works in the ‘Smalls Gallery’, and the ‘Animals with Attitude’ joey koalas on display at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Lorikeet Arena. Lots of activities will be taking place so be sure to visit Currumbin Beach – entry is free.
Read MoreAs part of the ‘Animals with Attitude Gold Coast Sculpture Trail’ baby koalas are on their way to schools across the Gold Coast. They will be painted by students who submit designs for selection, just like the big artists. They will be displayed at this year’s Swell Sculpture Festival, Currumbin Beach, 13-22 September. The babies are a miniature versions of the koalas designed by John. John has again been chosen to make a piece for Swell so be sure to put this event in your calendar.
Read MoreRay Harryhausen 1920-2013 Tribute – John Cox introduces Ray Harryhausen at the 3rd Brisbane International Animation Festival – 5 May, 2000. ‘I am very honored to be here tonight to introduce a man who, unbeknownst to him, was the sole reason for the path my career has taken. Last year (1999) I met Ray Harryhausen for the first time and I was fortunate enough to talk to him for about five minutes .. something which took me 25 years to do. It was only a ‘Hi, love your work’ sort of a talk … there just wasn’t enough time in those…
Read MoreI’ve just spent 4 days in the USA attending the American Alliance of Museums conference 2013 in Baltimore, Maryland. It was an opportunity to catch up with museum and art gallery associates, spread the word about Monsters, and visit a range of interesting and diverse venues. I’m feeling a bit jet-lagged but very excited about future host venues for How to Make a Monster!
Read MoreWednesday night I attended a talk by some of the creative team on “Phryne Fisher Murder Mysteries”. Set in Melbourne in the 1920’s, it’s a stylish and enjoyable ABC Australian series with the second series currently in production. The event was organised by the Melbourne chapter of the Australian Production Design Guild. Speakers were Australian cinematographer Roger Lancer who has worked on all Kenneth Branagh directed films, and Emmy Nominated Costume Designer Marion Boyce. It was fantastic to get an insider’s view of the processes involved. I took the opportunity to visit the National Gallery of Victoria ‘Ballet & Fashion’ exhibition on until…
Read MoreCongratulations to the Currumbin Wildlife Hospital Foundation for a wonderful evening that saw almost all the Animals with Attitude Koalas sold. Valuable funds were raised for this wonderful cause to help rescue and nurse injured native animals. If you can visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary this weekend you’ll get to see all the Koalas together for the final time. Congratulations also to all the artists that took part. Your work was outstanding and deeply loved by the public and your work’s new owners.
Read MoreWoW, Gold Coast Film Festival – so much fun! John & I held a Q&A with Noah Hathaway at the free screening of ‘The Neverending Story’ as part of the kids program of Gold Coast Film Festival 2013. He was so nice & gracious with his time, had his photo taken with everyone there, and gave us a real behind the scenes insight into the movie making process and of being a child to adult actor. We joined in the Supanova Cosplay Parade, with the Star Wars 501st Legion, The Hoff & heaps of cool costumers. Too cool……… Love a…
Read MoreOpening night of Gold Coast Film Festival 2013 was fantastic with many stars from this year’s films hitting the red carpet. Today’s seminars include Jason Trost & Lucas Till of All Superheroes Must Die showing How to Make a Movie with $20,000. They’ll be at the Qld premier of their film at 7pm tonight – Don’t miss it! It’s followed by the writer, director, cast & crew of Sushi Girl introducing the Australian Premier of their film with a Q&A – be there! John & I will introduce Noah Hathaway for a Q&A before the free screening of The Neverending Story…
Read MoreGraffiti artist, Cameron Smith, will be completing his GCFF artwork on the Sofitel building in Broadbeach today. Race down to see him in action. Inside you’ll find artwork by Chris Wahl as well as superhero sculptures from Studio Oxmox and works by Chris Grapulin. Magnificent original drawings from the Japanese anime series Evangelion are at the Arts Centre GC, Bundall, until May 5. Entry is $5. 4pm this Friday you can hear Evangelion voice star, Yuko Miyamura, talk about her experience on the series. Places are filling fast so email gallery@theartscentregc.com.au to reserve your seats. The world premier of Garden of Words 4pm Sunday…
Read MoreMore stars, more special guests, bigger masterclass, more after parties, Cool Japan and pop culture & film art exhibitions than ever will be highlights of this year’s Gold Coast Film Festival. GCFF 13 is being staged at Birch Carroll & Coyle at Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Broadbeach and the full program of films and events can be downloaded at gcfilmfestival.com. My theme this year will be all the zombie comedies, Turkish and Norwegian films and meeting all the special guests & you can meet them too! Don’t miss all the Free Workshops (FW) . I’ve listed some below but there are more! 18 April THU…
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