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Acknowledgement of Country

 I acknowledge the Bunurong People of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which my business operates, and pay my respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging. I acknowledge the Bunurong’s continuing relationship to the land and waterways and respect that their connection and spiritual identity is maintained through ancient ceremonies, songlines, dance, art and living culture.

I recognise the First Peoples of this Nation and their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to the lands, waters, seas, skies, and communities. I acknowledge First Nations Peoples as the Traditional Custodians and Lore Keepers of the oldest living culture and pay respects to their Elders past and present. I extend that respect to all First Nations Peoples.

about…

  • Art gallery and advisory, established in July 2024.

    • Located in the gorgeous Martin Street village, Brighton. Only one minute walk from Gardenvale Train Station, on the Sandringham line.

    • Gallery owner who cares for people and their passions for art.

    • Values of peace, connectedness and slowing down life.

    • Purpose to provide creative space, and opportunities, for the arts to thrive in south-east suburbs of Melbourne.

  • Conscious shopping experience, established in 2014:

    • organic

    • ethically produced

    • sustainable practices

    • upcycled, recycled, reused, circular

    • artisans produce

    • handmade & slowmade

collectors: connect with art you love…

  • Gallery presenting art by talented local and national artists.

    5 - 24 November | Solo show by mulit-discipinary artist Emily Eliades. Join the artist on opening night Thursday 7 November 2024.

    26 November - 5 January | Summer small works show & prize. Join artists at the opening celebration & announcement of prizes on Thursday 28 November 2024.

  • Artists in the stockroom:

    • Ray Besserdin: exquisite paper sculpture works inspired by ecology.

    • Emily Eliades: pre-raphelite inspired hardground etching handpainted with watercolour.

    • Fionna Madigan: textural oil paintings reminscent of a day in regional Victoria.

    • Von Davenport: finely executed detailed still life works inspired by myth and memory.

    • Bonnita Gillard: bold sculptures, paintings and drawings linked to strong Cornish folklore and the essence of the woman.

    • Caelene Glen: finely detailed layered photography, watercolours and drawings focusing on a reconnection to spirit and the universe.

    • Cataloguing of art and other collections.

    • Conservation assessments & scheduling.

    • Appreciation scheduling and reporting.

    • Reframing, display rotation.

    • Acquisition.

    • Rental displays.

creative sessions:

for everyone & every level…

  • Gallery owner and artist, Caelene Glen hosts 9-session art classes.

    All materials provided, as well as a friendly social atmosphere, light refreshments, and special sessions with guest artists.

    Finally, enjoy an evening exhibition to share your creative achievements with friends & family.

  • Art practice sessions where you can draw and paint alongside friends, hobbyists and local artists. Topics include floral still-life, portraiture and life drawing.

  • The gallery space welcomes local artists to share their knowledge in fun and peaceful creative workshops.

artists: showing new bodies of work….

  • Contemporary artists encouraged to apply for solo or duo-voice exhibitions. Fees are all inclusive and cover costs for:

    • 3 week show;

    • installation design & hang by gallery curator;

    • opening night with catering and organic beverage packages;

    • advertising in ArtGuide, ArtAlmanac and media best suited to exhibition;

    • gallery attendance and sales;

    • catalogue, advertising and flyer design, print & distribution;

    • stockroom storage and sales for additional 3 weeks post exhibition.

  • Gallery owner, Caelene nee Glen invites artists to participate in the 'elemental' themed group exhibitions:

    • EARTH

    • METAL

    • AIR

    • WATER

    • FIRE

    The five themes repeat each year, with focus on organic & human spirited connections. Four artists are chosen with their artworks set in a curatorial designed installation.

    All welcome to exhibition and opening night celebrations to see the gallery transformation.

  • A new annual show and prize for artists and hobbyists.

    • Applications open in July each year to all Australian artists.

    • First prize $1000 (non-acquisitive), 11 runner-up prizes $100 each (non-aquisitive).

    • All 12 prize-winning artworks feature in the gallery calendar with 24% of proceeds paid to the featured artists (2% each).

    • Community exhibition celebration event with prize announcements, artwork sales and launch of calendar.

    • Exhibition runs through December to promote artwork gifting during the holiday season.

Events: you’ve found the perfect space…

  • A beautiful space for your special event catered with a range of options: choose from the Organics Package, Vegan Package and/or luxe BLACK Packages.

    Events of 30pp minimum, personal bartender, beautiful serving ware, all in a stunning contemporary art gallery setting.

  • An evening event with artwork installation from your own collection.

    Host an event to showcase your year or collective history of art acquisitions. A wonderful social event with professional catering and beverage services.

    Gallery owner present to process acquisition and decommission sales, monitor display reshuffle requests, and produce minutes for key collective decisions.

  • The space is here, it is beautifully and elegantly presented in the gorgeous Martin Street village of Brighton, only 30 seconds from Gardenvale train station.

    Businesses & Corporates: host presentations, catered training sessions, client events, networking events, milestone team celebrations, team-building events & end-of-year celebrations.

    Private groups: fun art sessions, creative meet-up space, bookclubs, reunions, even small intimate weddings.