Past Exhibitions & Events
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Annual Textile Exhibition
Threadalicious 3 - 29 May Stonehouse Gallery is pleased to present the Annual Textile Exhibition "Threadalicious". A magnificent display of creative handmade textiles and art in a wide variety of forms. This year again we are pleased to present art garments, sculptures, scarves, wall art, jewellery and much more. All unique handmade and beautiful textiles that will delight textile lovers of all ages. Stonehouse Gallery is open 10.30 -5pm Tues- Sun. |
Featured Guest Artists
Chris Field Karen Falting Amy Cohan Anne Jackson Michelle Mischkulnig Caroline Rogers Stonehouse Members Diane Allen Carol Downey Phyllis Hoffman |
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The Melbourne Teapot Exhibition 2021
1-29 August 2021 The 15th The Melbourne Teapot Exhibition gives artists and makers of diverse disciplines the opportunity to explore and interpret the teapot form within their individual field of expertise and materials. Makers and Artists from all over Victoria and Australia participate in this fabulous teapot exhibition. The many visitors and collectors who visit the exhibition delight in the fun range of quirky, funky, crazy teapots made in a variety of materials and also the well designed practical teapots. All entries are able to be purchased. The exhibition aims to encourage artists and makers to excel in their creativity and offers awards in cash and vouchers. Judges for 2021 Lynda Worthington Glenn England |
Winners of the 15th
Melbourne Teapot Exhibition 2021 Excellence In Design - Functional Linda De Toma "Cumulus" Excellence In Design - Non Functional Andrea Tilley "Teapot of a 100 Stories" Highly Commended - Functional Minna Graham "Bushfire Tea Set" Highly Commended - Non Functional Sue Smorthwaite "Spiked Tea" Merit Award Linda More "Twisted" Peoples Choice Award Anne Sfetkidis |
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Special Feature
Wood & Glass 2 -31 March 2020 Artists have a passion to create. During the month of March at Stonehouse Gallery we are celebrating the creativity of artists working with wood and glass. In an age of mass production, their originality and craftsmanship is truly amazing. |
Guest Artists
Andrew Potocnik Steve Innes Doug Ogden Hank Tyler Gordon Glass Healesville Glass James McMurtrie |
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Special Feature
Sculptures At Stonehouse Stonehouse Members and Invited Guests 1 -30 September September at Stonehouse Gallery heralds Spring with amazing sculptures as the feature. The sculptures are created in a variety of materials including repurposed metals, timber, mosaic and ceramic. You might discover something to enhance and add interest to your home or to tell a story in your garden. Visit Stonehouse Gallery and be enchanted by these artistic and beautiful sculptures. |
Guest Artists
Margaret Christianson Rob Davey Anne Marie Gentile David Hobday Mary McMahon Daniel Owens Donna Parker Yvonne Wells Member Artists Ann Jackson Jenny John Jan O'Neill |
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The Melbourne Teapot Exhibition 2019
2 - 31 August 2019 Stonehouse Gallery in Warrandyte is pleased to present The Melbourne Teapot Exhibition 2019. This spectacular and popular Annual Teapot Exhibition features both functional and non functional sections in diverse creative disciplines. Now in its 14th year, The Melbourne Teapot Exhibition gives artists and makers of diverse disciplines the opportunity to explore and interpret the teapot form within their individual field of expertise and materials. Makers and Artists from all over Victoria and Australia participate in this fabulous teapot exhibition. The many visitors and collectors who visit the exhibition delight in the fun range of quirky, funky, crazy teapots made in a variety of materials and also the well designed practical teapots. |
Winners of the 2019 Melbourne Teapot Exhibition
Excellence In Design - Functional Glenn England "Green Pod" Excellence In Design - Non Functional Sue Smorthwaite "Billy Tea " Highly Commended - Functional Daniel Jo "Apricot Blossom" Highly Commended - Non Functional Jon MacDonald " Tea Tree Pot" Merit Award Graeme Besley " Teatime for Woodies" Peoples Choice Award Sue Smorthwaite "Billy ( Bilby) Tea " |
We would like to thank our sponsors who play a vital role in bringing The Melbourne Teapot Exhibition to Warrandyte. The Teapot Exhibition continues to bring many visitors to Warrandyte which benefits the whole of the Warrandyte community.
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Annual Textile Exhibition
Threadalicious 2 May - 2 June Stonehouse Gallery is pleased to present the Annual Textile Exhibition "Threadalicious". A magnificent display of creative handmade textiles and art in a wide variety of forms. This year again we are pleased to present art garments, furniture, sculptures, scarves, wall art, jewellery and much more. All unique handmade and beautiful textiles that will delight textile lovers of all ages. Stonehouse Gallery is open 10-5pm daily. |
Featured Guest Artists
Lee Vause Cathy Jack Coupland Rebecca Wolske Tanya Gawin Stonehouse Members Diane Allen Carol Downey Phyllis Hoffman Michelle Mischkulnig Helen White Wendi Trulson |
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Special Event
Mosaic Demonstration 26th April 2019 12-3pm Artist Mary McMahon will be demonstrating her wonderful Mosaic technique at Stonehouse , 103 Yarra Street , Warrandyte on Friday 26th April, 12-3pm. Take advantage of this free demonstration and learn about this wonderful technique and adding colour to your home or garden. |
Mary McMahon ---- Artist Profile
Mary works with found ceramic pieces that were long lost or broken treasures and gives them a second life by incorporating pieces into making magnificent pieces of art that can decorate the inside or garden areas of the home. Mosaics is a true recycling artform and can be used to brighten up every area of the home from internal wall art, pathways, vases to furniture pieces. Mary's mosaics are delightfully bright and joyous and her colour and pattern combinations wonderful. |
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Special Event
Scratchboard Demonstration Rose Hainal 16th April 2019 12-3pm |
ROSE HAINAL ---- Artist Profile
There's no doubting I'm an art lover in both mind and practise. Give me a blank canvas and I'll soon be hit by a lightning bolt of inspiration. Sometimes I feel inspired to express a message through my art, a social commentary or idea but more importantly I hope my paintings tell a story and perhaps inspire the viewer to step inside and have a little walk around. |
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Exhibition
A Reflection, Where To From Here Pam Booth 5 -31 March 2019 |
Pam has lived and worked in Warrandyte for over 30 years. She has a great interest in visual arts and over the past 15 years has developed an interest in textiles and mixed media. A very special partnership developed with Leonie Thomas and they worked collaboratively to experiment and ultimately produce felt garments, large canvases and wall hangings. Pam has now concentrated her creativity into the area of painting with acrylics. Her paintings have been greatly influenced by the felting process and her use of colour and pattern show evidence of this. Her particular interest continues to be the interpretation of the "face" and she is now focusing on the face and figure in landscape.
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Special Feature
Woodworks 5 Feb -3 March 2019 A celebration of one of the oldest crafts, woodwork.
Wonderful design and inspirational pieces by our unique wood crafts makers. |
The Makers
Tom Keane Peter Engler Matthew Jeffery Keith Henderson Matt Brennan John Tilbrook Graeme Ashmore Rex Deutscher Fiona Gainger Hamish Hill David O'Gradey Joe Van Koeverden Tony Ward |
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Melbourne Teapot Exhibition 2018
4 - 31 August 2018 Now in its 13th year, the Melbourne Teapot Exhibition gives artists and makers of diverse disciplines the opportunity to explore and interpret the teapot form within their individual field of expertise and materials. Winners of the 2018 Melbourne Teapot Exhibition Winners of the Excellence In Design Award Jill Anderson Tian You Winners of the Highly Commended Award- Mary-lou Pittard Carol Forster Winners of the Encouragement Award- Lance Clark Helen & Shane Walsh People’s Choice Award- Mariana Pribaz - Functional David Hobday - Non Functional |
Congratulations to all the talented artists who entered the Exhibition. We had some magnificent teapots this year in both functional and non functional categories. We thank you all for your participation.
Many thanks to all our sponsors, without your wonderful generous support this great event would not be possible. Your contribution helps us to promote not only our local art community but also all Australian artists in general and our wonderful Warrandyte. Our Sponsors Clayworks Pottery Supplies Gardiner McInnes Estate Agents Northcote Pottery Supplies Quinton’s Supa IGA Rob Dolan Wines Tetlow Kilns The Art Shop Walker Ceramics Warrandyte Community Bendigo Bank Zart Art Stonehouse Gallery |
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Special Feature
Ceramica 2 - 30 June Our Special Guest Artists Csilla and Mat Csongvay Naoko Coglan Linda De Toma Wendy Jagger Kim Haughie Exhibiting Stonehouse Members & Artists Yuso Lee Jenny John Robyn Carter Jan O'Neill Marymae Trench Anne Jackson Judy Searle Marina Pribaz Marylou Pittard |
Stonehouse Makers and Guest Artists present a variety of wonderful new ceramic styles from contemporary, sculptural, functional and garden.
The collection comprises works by Stonehouse member artists, and invited ceramicists. Experience the delightful contrasts expressed in pieces, from whimsical narratives dancing around porcelain beakers, to contemplative, serene and timeless works with locally made textured glazes. |
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Annual Textile Exhibition
28 April - 31 May 2018 Stonehouse Members & Guests Guest Artists Nancy Ballesteros Farley Cameron Catherine O'Leary Sue De Vanny Linda Worthington Stonehouse Members Diane Allen Robyn Carter Carol Downey Phyllis Hoffman Michelle Mischkulnig Elizabeth Syndercome Helen White |
Immerse yourself in vibrant colours and fascinating textures at Stonehouse Gallery for the month of May.
The Gallery is filled with unique textile art works, beautiful art to wear, to hang, to use, to love; there is an energy in the gallery that will put a smile on your face! Stonehouse members and a collaboration of Australia-wide textile artists will be featured in “Threadalicious ", a perfect exhibition to visit in May for a Mothers' Day gift, or pure self indulgence for a scrumptious textile art piece. The Textile exhibition has grown into one of our most popular events over the past 10 years with many visitors attending each year. |
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Special Feature
Birds Of A Feather 30 March - 26 April 2018 Exhibiting Artists Ingrid Brooker, Sandra Dean, John Tilbrook , Margaret Christianson, Jill Ffrench, Naomi McCleary, Damien Santamaria, Robyn Sadler, Rosemary Garnett, Michelle Mischkulnig, Sue Trevillian, Robyn Carter, Jan O'Neill, Jennifer Pullen, Ann-Maree Gentile, Amanda Tuohy, David Adams, Juliet Widdows, Jessie Pittard, Melinda Solly, Marina Pribaz, Avis Gardner, Marita Knutsen, Marlize Myburgh, Fiona Gainger, Jan Heskes, Natasha Hall, Jane Brown, Robyn Cuthbertson |
For the bird lovers! April features a variety of makers who feature birds in their work.
Expect to see everything from paintings to beautiful collectors' pieces made from fabric, wire, ceramics also garden sculptures. |
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Special Feature
Woodworks 2-31 March 2018 |
The Makers
Tom Keane Peter Engler Matthew Jeffery Keith Henderson Matt Brennan John Tilbrook Robyn Norris Graeme Ashmore Rex Deutscher Fiona Gainger Hamish Hill David O'Gradey Joe Van Koeverden Tony Ward |
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Summer Holidays 3- 31 January Exhibiting Artists & Guests
Helen White Amanda Croatto Marylou Pittard Jessie Pittard Jessica Rae Sue McFarlane Ute Ronacher |
January features a collection of wonderful makers' works focused on holidays, fun and entertaining.
A beautiful and colorful display of jewellery, textiles, platters, vases and bowls to sculptural art pieces. |
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Special Feature
On The Wall 3-31 October Featuring Stonehouse Members & Guest Artists Cherry Manders Nola Cameron Sue Trevillian Jenny John Elizabeth Vercoe Helen Hewitt Linda McAulay |
An Annual Spring Feature celebrating new wall art from Stonehouse members and invited award winning guest artists.
This year we include vibrant textiles, ceramic pieces, paintings, drawings, etchings, wood block and lino cut prints. Our walls are bursting with colour and light. Enjoy viewing a small sample of artworks from this exhibition.
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Special Feature
Lots Of Pots 5 - 30 September Stonehouse Makers and Guest Artists present a variety of wonderful new ceramic styles from contemporary, sculptural, functional and garden. |
Exhibiting Artists
Yuso Lee Robyn Carter Jan O'Neill Marymae Trench Anne Jackson Judy Searle Marina Pribaz Marylou Pittard Sue McFarlane Enjoy viewing a small sample of artworks from this exhibition.
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Special Feature
Focus On Fathers 17-31 August 2017 Stonehouse has gathered together works from our makers suited to wonderful unique gifts for the man cave. |
With Fathers Day around the corner, we have made it easy to find something fabulous, handmade, rare and unusual for the man who has everything.
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The Melbourne Teapot Exhibition
4-15 August 2017 Stonehouse Gallery is pleased to present this spectacular and popular Annual Exhibition. The Melbourne Teapot Exhibition features both functional and non functional sections in diverse disciplines. Makers and Artists from over Australia explore their interpretation of the teapot form. Winners 2017 Excellence In Design - Functional Sponsored by The Bendigo Community Bank, Warrandyte Sue McCormick Ceramic Excellence In Design - Non Functional Sponsored by Clayworks The Bendigo Community Bank, Warrandyte Andrea Tilley Wire Sculpture Highly Commended - Functional Sponsored by Walker Ceramics Mary Lou Pittard Ceramic Highly Commended - Non Functional Sponsored by Walker Ceramics Marina Villani Glass Encouragement Award - Functional Sponsored by GE&GE Kilns Tom Cockram Ceramic Encouragement Award - Non Functional Sponsored by Northcote Pottery Supplies Kirstin Hibbs Mixed Media Sculpture |
The Melbourne Teapot Exhibition was started by a group of dedicated artists from The Studio@Flinders and was held annually in Flinders, Victoria, since 2004.
With the closure of the Flinders gallery early in 2016, Stonehouse realized the great loss of such a wonderful exhibition to Melbourne, artists and the general public. With the blessing of Flinders members, Stonehouse has undertaken to continue this great tradition. Stonehouse would like to thank our wonderful sponsors who generously gave their time, food & drink or donated awards which enabled the success of this wonderful exhibition.
We would also like to thank our Judges
Judy McCrum and Meredith Merrall who gave many hours of their time selecting winners. Last but not least, we would like to acknowledge the tireless efforts of Jenny John and Marymae Trench who undertook the mammoth job of organizing this wonderful exhibition and the Stonehouse members who helped to bring it all together. Enjoy viewing a small sample of artworks from this exhibition.
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Special Feature
All About Glass 4 - 31 July 2017 Special Guest Artists & Makers James McMurtrie Eileen Gordon Grant Donaldson Tim Bassett Tali Dalton David Hobday Robert Hayley Marina Villani |
Immerse yourself in an explosion of vibrant colours of hand made beautiful glass.
The Gallery is filled with unique glass art works. Magnificent hand crafted glass from master award winning makers to decorate your home, office or as a corporate gift. Stonehouse has selected from Australia-wide, glass artists to feature this month in the gallery. Enjoy viewing a small sample of artworks from this exhibition.
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Special Feature Accessories 2 June -2 July 2017 Guest Artists & Makers Patricia Pino Sarah Lockey Ann-Maree Gentile Jenny Keogh Angela Clark Margaret Mueller Lindy Yeates John Tilbrook Melinda Solly Zetta Kanta |
Fabulous new makers and fashion at Stonehouse this month!
Glam up your outfit with beautiful jewellery and knits, or home with cushions, lamps, ceramics and artwork. There are accessories for every occasion. Enjoy viewing a small sample of artworks from this exhibition.
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Annual Textile Exhibition
Threadalicious 3 - 31 May Guest Artists & Makers Dale Rollerson Ali George Elizabeth Dubbelde Ro Bruhn Caroline Sharkey Michelle Mischkulnig Phyllis Hoffman Carol Downey Dianne Allen |
Immerse yourself in vibrant colours and fascinating textures, at Stonehouse Gallery for the month of May.
The Gallery is filled with unique textile art works, beautiful art to wear, to hang, to use, to love; there is an energy in the gallery that will put a smile on your face! Stonehouse members and selected Australia-wide textile artists will be featured in “Threadalicious ", a perfect exhibition to visit in May for a Mothers Day gift, or pure self indulgence for a scrumptious textile art piece. We look forward to seeing you. Enjoy viewing a small sample of artworks from this exhibition.
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Special Feature
' Down The Rabbit Hole ! ' Easter At Stonehouse 4 - 30 April 2017 Guest Makers Glenys McDonnell Jessie Pittard Sarah Hardy Mary-lou Pittard |
Stonehouse Makers have been busy creating delightful bunnies in all forms from pencil drawings, cards, prints , cushion covers, textiles and ceramic sculptures.
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Special Feature
"Wonderful Wood " 3-31 March 2017 Feature Guest Maker Hamish Hill Craftsman, Designer/Maker Guest Makers Naomi McCleary Tom Keen Peter Engler Mathew Jeffery David OGradey Helen & Shane Walsh Graham Ashmore Rex Deutscher Joe Van Koeverden Kieth Henderson |
For the month of March Stonehouse Gallery will host a diversity of creativity in wood.
Found,recycled and new woods have been used by the Makers to create collectors boxes, lamps, chopping and serving boards ,coasters, place-mats, bowls and sculptural forms. Hamish Hill is our Guest Maker this month. Hamish's work is based on a philosophy of simplicity and integrity of form and structure. Many of his pieces incorporate different woods, often accenting particular aspects of the design with a different colour of timber. Having a keen interest in the individual characteristics and unique beauty of each piece of timber, Hamish cuts and dries most of the timber he uses himself. The timber takes a minimum of two years to dry and then requires extensive machining. He obtains all of his timber from unwanted suburban trees and is always on the lookout for appropriate trees that have been cut down. |
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Special Feature & Event
Behind The Scenes 3-28 February Stonehouse Members Jenny John Anne Jackson Beatrix Mol Michelle Mischkulnig Lynne Alexopoulos Phyllis Hoffman Jan O'Neill Marymae Trench Sue Trevillian Robyn Carter Yuso Lee Judith Searle Marg Perry Diane Allen Donna Parker Anna Sewards Lydia Uhl |
Studios At Stonehouse!
For the month of February we would like to give you a glimpse into the artists studios and the opportunity to watch the artists creating their work. Demonstrations will be held daily by the Stonehouse artists who love to share their knowledge and expertise. |
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Special Feature
Summer Holidays 5-31 January 2017 Stonehouse members and invited artists Featured Artist Peg Widdows |
Born in 1920, Peg Widdows studied at RMIT with others including Fred Williams and Murray Griffin. Peg was a vibrant member of the Victorian Arts Society in the 1950’s. She traveled widely and lived in Europe for 10 years where she extended her skills and emotional response to the environment.
In Melbourne, Peg was a freelance fashion artist and book illustrator, whilst raising a family and creating large scale, bold landscapes in her studio. This prodigious artist uses beautiful hues of colour and strong modelling of the paint to convey evocative, atmospheric landscapes. Peg had a one-man show at Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery in 1988 and she has had other exhibitions around Victoria, winning numerous Rotary Club awards and her work is held in many private collections. |
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Special Annual Feature
One Out Of The Box 3Nov - 31 Dec 2016 |
Christmas Has Arrived At Stonehouse! Fabulous handcrafted original gifts for your home, garden, friends or family member.....or just spoil yourself! Colour coordinated wearable art, stunning jewellery, new colours and styles in leather bags and purses, cuddly knitted animals, handwoven throws and cushions, garden pots or unique Christmas decorations. All handcrafted and made by local and talented artists from Australia. |
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Special Feature
On The Wall 2-31 October 2016 Stonehouse members and invited artists Featured Artists Sue Trevillian Jenny John Michelle Mischkulnig Marlize Myburgh |
An annual feature celebrating new wall art from Stonehouse members and guests.
This year we include vibrant textiles and ceramic pieces, paintings, drawings, etchings, wood block and lino cut prints. Our walls are bursting with colour and light. |
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Garden Focus 2 September - 2 October Stonehouse members and invited artists Featured Artists Jack Latti Cinnamon Stephens Laurie Close Tim Reed Aaron Jones |
Spring is in the air. Time to fill your house and garden with spring time treasures.
Garden pots, plants, sculptures and many other exciting works are featured this month. |
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Special Feature
Plate It Up 2 –31 August 2016 Special Guest Artist Tracy Muirhead |
Tableware is featured this month at Stonehouse.
We have a wonderful collection of local and guest artists who are presenting works in a variety of disciplines from ceramic, glass, pewter and textile to decorate your table and wow your guests. From handmade spoons, salad servers, platters and bowls. Everything you need to present an outstanding and unique table feast for the eyes! |
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Special Feature
Accessories 2-31 July 2016 Guest artists : Pip Williams Helen Louise Wilkinson Caroline Johnson Chris Sproule Marlene Houlden |
Jazz it up with fabulous fashion, home and family accessories for every occasion.
Colour coordinated wearable art, stunning jewellery, new colours and styles in leather bags, hand knits for the children, cuddly knitted animals, handwoven throws and cushions; all handcrafted and made by local and talented artists. |
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Annual Special Feature
Lots Of Pots June 2016 Feature Artists: Jenny John Marlize Myburgh Marymae Trench Jan O'Neill Yuso Lee Anne Jackson Marina Pribaz Glynys McDonald Arnaud Barraud |
Members and Guests present a variety of ceramic styles from contemporary, sculptural and functional.
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Annual Special Feature
Threadalicious 30 April - 31 May 2016 Exhibiting Artists Elizabeth Armstrong Michelle Mischkulnig Phyllis Hoffman Robyn Carter Di Allen Carol Downey Marg Perry Penny Cearns |
At Stonehouse this month we celebrate the diversity and creativity in Textiles. In this popular annual event, we showcase the wonderful work by our textile artists and invited guests. The individual styles and techniques provide a rich selection for your enjoyment. |
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Featuring
Guest Artists Woodworks 2 –31 March 2016 |
"Woodworks" showcases the many ways in which crafts people create beautiful objects from wood.
The exhibition includes collectible boxes by Peter Engler, lamps by Tom Kean, recycled wood from historic Warrandyte buildings made into bread boards by Matthew Jeffery , sculptural works by Aron Jones and burl bowls by Tasmanian wood worker Keith Henderson, just to mention a few. Other artists exhibiting Helen & Shane Walsh Graham Ashmore Rex Deutscher Joe Van Koeverden Gerd Bachmann |
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Featuring
Guest Artists Lets Decorate 2 - 28 February 2016 |
At Stonehouse we celebrate creativity
and for the month of February the focus is decoration, particularly on ceramic pieces. We showcase functional and ornamental work by many potters whose individual styles in decoration provide a rich selection for your enjoyment. |
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Featuring
Guest Artists Through The Looking Glass 5-31 January 2016 Featured Artists Robert Hayley Sally Green Lucy Morris David Hobday Eric Imerson Tim Bassett Tali Dalton Mark Ammermann Marina Villani |
January features a collective of glass artists works.
A beautiful and colorful display from platters, vases and bowls to sculptural art pieces. |
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Featuring
Stonehouse Artists One Out Of The Box November - December 2015 |
Each year through November and December the Stonehouse artist collective create special unique pieces that may not be found the rest of the year.
The emphasis is on special one of a kind gifts, some boxed ready to give. Regular customers know to be early with their gift buying as specialty pieces are limited and may not be repeated. Join us at this wonderful festive time of year. Explore and enjoy the creativity Stonehouse has to offer. |
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Featuring
Marylou Pittard and Stonehouse Artists Spring Fever 1 – 30 September 2015 |
Stonehouse member artists and invited guests will be celebrating the joys of Spring with an exhibition of colour .
Ceramics, textiles, jewellery and paintings will "spring" into life and into the gallery. Marylou Pittard is our feature artist for the month and her wonderful colour ceramics is a feast for the eyes. There will also be bright floral wall artwork in a variety of styles and mediums. |
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Invited Guest
Basketmakers of Victoria Entangled 4 – 30 August 2015 Exhibiting Artists
Sue Dilley Margaret Donald Raine Edwards Jane Henry Robyn Norris Jo Stone Marlene Thornton Elma Young |
Basketmakers of Victoria was established in 1986 to promote and encourage an interest in the art and craft of basket making.
The modern basket maker not only uses natural fibers but also man made materials such as wire, clay, paper, plastics, and anything else that can be woven, stitched or formed into beautiful functional as well as sculptural pieces. Basketmakers of Victoria has the aim of bringing the pleasure of basket making to a wider audience by holding workshops, and exhibitions at various venues, including their home base of The Cottage at Wattle Park. This exhibition will showcase the diversity of natural and man made materials that can be used in basket making, incredible forms and inspirational artistic works. |
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Members & Guests
Annual Ceramic Exhibition Lots Of Pots 2 July– 2 August 2015 |
The Stonehouse Gallery was founded 43 years ago by 8 potters. Today the pottery members of the group are continuing the tradition of unique works in clay.
The Annual Ceramics Exhibition will showcase the diversity of clay creativity. Clay work will include many different styles of firings, types of clay and decorative techniques. A recent primitive Teepee firing was held by the Stonehouse potters with some amazing results, some of which will be on display in the exhibition. Other work on display will include some colourful pottery, fine porcelain tableware, sculpture, bird baths and a water garden feature. |
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Feature Guest
Margaret Kathleen Lacey THE BEAUTY OF COLOUR FROM AUSTRALIA TO ITALY 2 – 30 June 2015 |
Margaret works in oils, pastel and watercolour and her work ranges from vibrant colourful paintings to subdued works with tonal variations. Her aim is to capture the light, atmosphere and mood of the subject.
"My paintings are the expression of a passion for the landscape, the seascape and the environment. They are endeavoring to capture fleeting moments in time, of light, beauty and atmosphere. My delight is to express a feeling on canvas or paper, where you, the viewer, can lose yourself and escape into a place of harmony and peace". |
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Annual Textile Exhibition
Threadalicious 1-31 May 2015 Stonehouse Artists: Michelle Mischkulnig, Robyn Carter, Diane Allen, Phyllis Hoffman, Carol Downey and Marg Perry Guest Artists: Ro Bruhn Heather Walters Carly Leech |
It is a wonderfully colourful time at Stonehouse gallery in May.
The Annual Textile Exhibition, “Threadalicious”, is being featured again with beautiful colours and textures, and filled with a buoyant energy. Stonehouse members and local textile artists are featured in this exhibition. Their work includes joyous wall work, unique clothing, textile jewellery, luxurious scarves and scrumptious homewares. It is the perfect exhibition to visit in the month of May - great Mother’s Day presents or a gift purely for yourself to brighten your winter days and make you feel good. We look forward to seeing you at “Threadalicious”. |
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Papermakers Group Exhibition
Paper Currents 2 - 29 April 2015 Exhibitors Barb Adams Marianne Little Margaret Mason Dineke McLean Liz Powell Anne Marie Power Chris Rose Christine Smith Gail Stiffe Sandy Ward |
Papermakers of Victoria was formed in January 1989 by people, whose common bond was a love and understanding of paper as a medium in its own right. The purpose of the group is to provide mutual support for hand paper makers through the exchange of ideas and information, discussion and demonstrations.
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Featuring Invited Woodworking Artists
Works In Wood 3 – 30 March 2015 |
Stonehouse is pleased to feature the works of these talented wood working artists during the month of March.
There will be a large range of beautiful wooden hand turned bowls to delicate and ornate hand made boxes. Stylish sculpture pieces to adorn your home or wooden jewellery to adorn yourself. The variety to be seen will definitely please every wood lover. |
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Stonehouse Annual
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Stonehouse Gallery is dedicated to the support and promotion of ceramics as a serious art form, whether sculptural, functional or decorative, and we pride ourselves on being able to provide a rare venue for the showcasing of works by many dedicated artists.
The now prestigious Stonehouse Tertiary Ceramic Student Encouragement Award is offered annually to all Victorian ceramics students, studying accredited ceramics courses. The aim of the award is to celebrate the efforts of students who are undertaking studies in ceramics and to nurture their talents as they move towards completion of their qualification. In 2015, noted director of Skepsi Gallery, Anna Mass assisted judging for the major prize together with several encouragement awards. |
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Invited Artists Linda MacAulay & Ross McIntosh "Big Country" 6 January – 1 February 2015 |
Linda MacAulay and Ross McIntosh present unique and outstanding views of the Australian landscape from outback and country Victoria to Central Western Australia.
Linda MacAulay s wonderful sense of humor springs forth in her vivid depiction of Australian native animals. Linda's landscapes are breathtaking and never fail to capture the essence of Australia. Ross McIntosh captures the heart of the Flinders Ranges and the Australian landscape in his beautiful watercolour paintings. He takes the viewer on a mesmerizing journey. |
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Special Event
Stonehouse Artists "One Out of The Box" 9 November–31 December 2014 |
Christmas is a time of joy, family and friends.
From November through to the end of December, Stonehouse Gallery features “One Out Of The Box”, presenting beautifully crafted, uniquely designed special gifts, each one made from the heart of the artist. Our members and artists have created new unique fine art and craft for this special event and many of the works will come in their own boxes ready to give to that special someone at Christmas or that special occasion. |
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Stonehouse Member Artists
"On The Wall" 2 October to 6 November 2014 |
The annual "On the Wall" exhibition by Stonehouse artists includes drawings, paintings, etchings and more. This varied display of fine art includes views of Warrandyte, colours of Spring and delightful memories of travels in Australia and abroad. Meet the Artist Oct 25 - Sue Trevillian Oct 26 - Jenny John |
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Guest Feature Artist
Geoff Cunningham Solo Exhibition 2nd– 30 September 2014 |
Artist Statement
Geoff Cunningham I believe that a painting is something that should lift your mood whenever you look at it -to remind us that life doesn't always have to be serious. My paintings are influenced by my surroundings, the seasons, music, architecture and everyday life events. I like to distort reality and give a distinctive (and sometimes humorous) slant on the world around us. I work mainly with acrylic paint, but have recently expanded my art practice to include linocut printing After working for fifteen years in the graphic design & printing industry, I started painting in 2005. However, it was only in 2007 when I had the opportunity to stay at home to care for my two children that I started painting full time. I have been successfully exhibiting my work in Melbourne and regional Victoria since 2008. |
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Guest Feature Artists
Valley Potters "35 Years On" 2– 31 August 2014 |
Valley Potters Inc. is a non-profit group, the group is supported by a strong and willing committee, whose focus is to continue the great tradition of the group.
Valley Potters endeavors to encourage members to be a part of the Ceramic practice and support the many ceramic events on offer. In 1985 the name changed from the Dandenong Ceramic Group to the Valley Potters and Incorporated in 1987 as the group attracted members from a wider area including the Peninsular, the Dandenong Ranges and Gippsland. The Valley Potters, 'encourage and stimulate members to higher standards of craftsmanship; to disseminate theoretical, practical and historical knowledge of potters and to endeavour to provide a point of contact with fellow potters'. |
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Guest Feature Artist
Michelle Hagger Black And White With A Touch Of Red 2 – 31 July 2014 |
Artist Statement
Michelle Hagger This selection of hand printed copper plate etchings and linocuts illustrate flora and fauna that is uniquely Australian. The work has been influenced in style and technique by early Australian colonial printmakers that were eager to record the curiosities and marvels of the antipodean world. Two hundred years on from this time, I have discovered in my research for this project that many of the animals and plants that intrigued the artists and scientists among early settlers are now listed as endangered species. Natural habitat is fast disappearing as development of industry and urban sprawl rapidly continues. As a suburban dweller I have had to actively search for examples of native flora and pockets of natural habitat to depict in my work, often well outside of my local area. I have drawn and photographed fauna from the collection at Melbourne Museum, Melbourne Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary. Through this experience of developing the work for this exhibition, a realization of the fragility of our ecology has occurred, resulting in a shift in my thinking from taking our national icons from the natural world for granted, to considering how my actions can affect the preservation of the unique beauty and wonder of Australian native animals and their environment. |
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The Stonehouse Member Artists
All For One and One For All 3- 31 June 2014 |
'All for one and one for all' showcases the diverse art and craft of the Stonehouse member artists, both from the past and today. Work that's true to our members hearts and inspired by their lives as artists and beyond.
One of the longest established art and craft co-operatives in Australia, Stonehouse was founded in 1972 by 8 like-minded potters wanting to promote ceramics. Today, it continues to thrive with 18 diverse members who create and sell a range of art and craft including ceramics, textiles, jewellery, printmaking, painting and mixed media art. Stonehouse as a collective proudly celebrates Australian art and craft. Our members support and inspire one another. And the collective supports our wider communities. During the exhibition there will be opportunity to 'meet the artists' as there will always be at least 2 member artists available in the gallery for a chat. |
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Stonehouse Members and Invited Artists
Threadalicious 2–30 May 2014 |
It is a wonderfully colourful time at Stonehouse gallery in May. The annual Textile exhibition, “Threadalicious”, is being featured again. With beautiful colours and textures, the gallery is filled with a buoyant energy.
Stonehouse members and local textile artists are featured. Their work includes joyous wall work, unique clothing, textile jewellery, luxurious scarves and scrumptious homewares. It is the perfect exhibition to visit in the month of May - great Mother’s Day presents or a gift purely for yourself to brighten your winter days and make you feel good. We look forward to seeing you at “Threadalicious”. Stonehouse Artists: Michelle Mischkulnig, Robyn Carter, Diane Allen, Phyllis Hoffman, Carol Downey and Marg Perry Guest Artists: Penny Cearns, Jo Francis, Mary Hockley Leonie Thomas and Pam Booth |
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Stonehouse Members and Invited Artists
Wild and Wacky 1–30 April 2014 |
Stonehouse is proud to present the work of eight local sculptors and its own member artists. A fun exhibition bringing together a wide range of talents and creative ideas. There will be an opportunity to ‘Meet the Artists’ on 6 April from 3–5pm where visitors can discuss the sculptures with several of the exhibiting artists.
Stonehouse member artists: Robyn Carter, Jan O'Neill, Donna Parker, Anna Sewards, Ann Jackson. Guest artists: Andrea Tilley, Nicola Hoyle, Avis Gardner, Sharyn Masson, Savaad Felich, Justin Purser, Lilach Mileikowski, Aaron Jones. |
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Toshiko Fujiyama
Tap Tap Tap 3–31 March 2014 |
An exploration of the simplicity and beauty of form.
Artist Statement "The connection of shapes transform into a vessel which passes the natural elements of light and the breeze of air.The trees outside my kitchen window cast black shadows onto the white wall. A breeze sways the shadow. This scenario is where my concept originates from. I wanted to create pieces of pottery that welcomes light and breeze. I created many holes for the breeze to flow through. The candle holder contains several holes to let the light pass through. As a result of the size and angles of the holes, the light presents different images every time. I sculptured the clay with my hands into thin pieces and connected them to form my creation. I randomly handpicked different sized pieces of clay. No formed shapes are the same. Therefore every completed piece has a slightly different appearance. I enjoy this ‘unknown’ factor of anticipating a unique result when I am producing my work." |
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Tertiary Ceramic Student Encouragement Award
2–28 February 2014 2014 Participating Students Heather King, Chisholm TAFE Heather Thomas, Chisholm TAFE Dawn Tang, Holmesglen TAFE Edward Mavracic, Holmesglen TAFE Alex McKim, Ballarat University Laura Alphinstone, Latrobe University Storm Smith-Peterson, RMIT Natasha Chant, RMIT 2014 Sponsors Walkers Ceramics Clayworks Potters equipment 2014 Award Winners Heather Thomas Stonehouse Gallery Encouragement Award Heather King, Chisholm TAFE Potters Equipment Award Dawn Tang Walker Ceramic Award Alex McKim Clayworks Award |
Stonehouse Gallery is dedicated to the support and promotion of ceramics as a serious art form, whether sculptural, functional or decorative, and we pride ourselves on being able to provide a rare venue for the showcasing of works by many dedicated artists.
The now prestigious Stonehouse Tertiary Ceramic Student Encouragement Award is offered annually to all Victorian ceramics students, studying accredited ceramics courses. The aim of the award is to celebrate the efforts of students who are undertaking studies in ceramics and to nurture their talents as they move towards completion of their qualification. Each year two students from each institute, College or University, who are entering their second year of study, are selected by the ceramics coordinator for inclusion in the exhibition. Stonehouse then liaises with each student in regard to selection and promotion of their works. In 2014, noted director of Skepsi Gallery, Anna Mass assisted judging for the major prize together with several encouragement awards. |
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One Out Of The Box
10 November 2013 |
A seasonal event to celebrate the launch of the new range of unique Christmas gifts at Stonehouse Gallery & Shop.
Music and artist demonstrations were held throughout the day creating a fun and festive atmosphere for visitors and shoppers alike. |
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