Off Centre

Frenetica

2012-01-27T13:27:00.001-08:00

Kim Foale

The textured surfaces of these Southern Ice touch stones have been created using cigarette lighters and shells as stamps. The cigarette lighters were taken from the stomachs of dead Laysan Albatross Chicks on the Kure Atoll in Hawaii in 2009.

Disposable cigarette lighters, designed to be thrown away float on top of our oceans. Adult Albatross collect these lighters in their search for food and feed them to their chicks.

Eventually the Laysan Albatross Chicks stomachs fill with plastic pollution and die from starvation. Plastic bottle tops, balloon clips and cigarette lighters are the main pollutants.

These touchstones whilst beautiful are a deadly reminder that we are filling our oceans with plastic pollution.

image by Robin Roberts

Frenetica

2012-01-13T16:03:00.000-08:00

Philadelphia Hanson-Viney

Artist Statement

I am often inspired by the weird, the grotesque and the wrong. I love things which are beautiful and horrible and bizarre at the same time.

I am fascinated by bones for their delicate and intricate shapes as well as for what they represent as relics of life past; they can be a strong symbol of death and yet exist as an object with a beautiful form.

I am inspired by the small objects that are left behind, things that are lost and weathered and buried. There is something significant about holding an object with a history behind it and I love this feeling of holding the weight of the things the object has seen.

With my sculptural ceramic work I have been studying shapes that I have previously explored through drawing. I have worked to create pieces that reflect, through their forms and surfaces, the graceful shapes of bones and the feeling of holding something ancient. I have spent a lot of time finding ways to create texture in my work that evokes the way bones crack and crumble as they decay. Most of my pieces are painted with iron oxide to bring out their texture and highlighted with matte glaze.

An Afternoon Stroll, New Work by Janet Walmsley.

2011-12-16T14:45:00.000-08:00

16th December 2011- 11 January 2012.

The idea for this exhibition came about from a leisurely afternoon stroll. It depicts the kind of things observed, such as freshly washed quilts blowing in the breeze, cats lazily watching the world go by, chattering birds in the trees above and scurrying lizards from beneath cool stones.

Prices range from $25- $120

A Celebration Of Christmas

2011-11-26T16:27:00.000-08:00

A Celebration Of Christmas

Ornaments & Gorgeous Gifts

Designed & Handcrafted in Tasmania

by Julie Hoddy

24th November - 14th December

Don't miss out

Jude Maisch - "In Praise of Pattern"

2011-08-02T17:58:00.000-07:00

Jude Maisch - "In Praise of Pattern"

Throughout August Jude Maisch will show her new range of decorative thrown and slabbed ceramics in the Large Window Gallery.

Jude's approach to using tissue transfer decoration is akin to patchwork, with fragments of many images arranged on surfaces in varied ways. Not just one image, but several; with the desire to taste them all, like cakes on a plate.

In Praise of Pattern draws on memories of childhood hand-stitched throw rugs, the many patterned cups and saucers in straining cabinets and the array of special fabrics over chairs and couches. They are memories of the houses of her Grandmother and Auntie, where everything was special, beautiful and precious.

Opening Party

2011-06-19T15:12:00.001-07:00

Please come and help us

celebrate

the reopening of

OFF CENTRE at its new downstairs location,

WHERE :- Shop 014

Salamanca Arts Centre,

177 Salamanca Place.

WHEN:- Sunday 26th June 2011 at

3pm

The Earth - The Universe

2011-04-17T18:32:00.000-07:00

The Earth – The Universe

This exhibition is my first solo exhibition that I am very excited about. The paintings are a colourful, vibrant collection depicting the Earth and Universe from two countries, ancient Greece and ancient Australia.

I am a self taught artist. I began painting about 8 years ago as a form of mediation. My work developed rapidly and reflected a spiritual aspect of my metaphysical life.

I am a first generation Greek Australian, the second daughter of a Greek immigrant father. My Greek heritage and deep love for the Australian land and its beauty and deep ancient connection allows me to travel freely through these paintings. Being a psychic sensitive and empath allows me to connect to the astral plane and that is how I travel around to view each land and then I paint what I see”. I am so very proud of this collection. The paintings speak for themselves. I would also like to acknowledge the unconditional love of my son Liam who helped make these paintings possible.

The exhibition runs from Friday 15^th April to 4 May 2011.

Voula Pleonie

Isabelle Everhart’s slightly tenuous thought experiments to save the world

2011-03-21T00:51:00.000-07:00

Isabelle Everhart’s

slightly tenuous thought experiments to save the world

SUE STACK

10am - 5pm daily, March 18^th to April 13^th, 2011

Isabelle Everhart wants to make a difference in the world. She wants to help humanity and the planet transcend the myriad of challenges which they face. But she has become unsure about what her appropriate actions might be in a complex landscape and what inadvertent impacts she might cause in her well-meaningfulness.

For Isabelle is stretching into a beyond where her normal ways of making meaning of the world no longer seem to function very well. The dimensions of reality seem to be unfolding in front of her, calling for new ways of relating, being and thinking.

Isabelle finds herself needing to dissolve her scientific certainties and create different thought experiments about herself and her world. Multi-dimensional, tentative and fragile explorations which take into account spiritual and physical dimensions of being, which lay contradictions and world views bare.

She wonders if these excursions into new thinking spaces can help her lighten her path in the world…. or whether they are an excuse for insufficient action.

Isabelle could just sit and think. But she decides, despite the lack of clear cut answers, to take a leap of faith. She decides to experiment on different ways of being in the world. She decides to open her heart to the feedback the world gives her and engage the compass of her soul.

Perhaps in the trail of bubbles she leaves we can glimpse new imaginaries to help us be in the world in new ways. And then perhaps the world will be saved.

Miscellany

2011-02-25T23:43:00.000-08:00

Miscellany, a mixed media exhibition, explores the local history, wildlife and natural environs of the island.

Traditional watercolour studies by Wendy Wilkinson pay homage to the smaller inhabitants of the island while Trish Hopwoods wildlife compositions bring out the quirky nature of relationships.

Sue Fricker’s passion for local history is reflected in her images of battery point and the Tasman Peninsula.

A more contemporary approach is taken by Bob Hodgman in his exploration of line, form and space within the pictorial plane and Averil Walters in her fluid layering of lines that create a sense of woven material.

Dates 24th February – 16th March

Mosaic Artist Sue Croger

2011-02-08T17:36:00.000-08:00

Here are more examples of the fun and quirky exhibition currently showing at the Off Centre Gallery.

Mosaic Kitchen

2011-01-27T15:54:00.000-08:00

Sue Croger - Mosaic Artist.

Mosaic Kitchen Art Creations.

I create quirky mosaics from broken china, including bowls, cups, plates and other found objects like spoons, buttons, vases and old bits of furniture.

I frame the mosaics using old frames and other interesting things, such as old trays and window frames found in tips shops and op shops.

In some of my mosaics I plant succulents in them, which adds a whole new dimension and life to them.

I have mosaiced some chairs and tables and have put many different mosaics in exhibitions such as Art from Trash and the Art Society of Tasmania's gallery.

All of the materials I use are recycled and have been given a new life!

Exhibition is open seven days a week 10 am - 5pm.

January the 27th - February the 23rd.

Street Banana Exhibition

2011-01-06T12:08:00.000-08:00

Sean Anderson and Chase Shiel are the creative minds behind the Street Banana Exhibition.

Grand opening Tonight at the Off Centre Gallery
from 6-8 pm

CHASE SHIEL

Chase Shiel’s goal growing up was to be an aspiring sports journalist covering and reporting everything to do with football (soccer). His dream was then changed when he began to suffer with Chronic Fatigue for over twelve months in his teenage years.

It was through this illness that he found who he was, what his true passions were and what he wanted to do with his life.

Chase has traveled to other states in Australia to obtain professional training and pursue his dream to become a shoe designer. Chase has attended RMIT in Melbourne, Victoria, for shoe design courses and most recently travelled to Sydney where he trained under Andrew McDonald in professional shoe making and design. In Tasmania Chase has set up his working studio at his home. He works here at his best, designing, customizing and working on his goals for the future.

Chase ultimately wants to travel to Europe to work with major shoe designers to learn the art of shoe design and return to Australia with his own “YOU-nique” style.

SEAN ANDERSON

Sean is an up and coming 19 year old artist, born and raised on Vancouver Island, Canada; now residing in Tasmania. Sean has been creating art since an early age, starting off by drawing on his math homework then progressing to various other mediums, including canvas, shirts, shoes and skateboards.

Sean’s art displays a quirky style, usually showcasing an “off centre” sense of humour and a unique take on modern culture. Sean is a speed drawer and his favourite art medium is Sharpie to blank paper. He is inspired by Russ Morland, another artist from Vancouver Island and Dillon Froelich, an artist from South Florida.

Sean has also ventured into the area of shoe design and has co-created the ‘moon boot’ design which is a derivative of the Nike AF1.

Sean is always drawing, or thinking about drawing and is really excited to finally display his artwork in a gallery. This is Sean’s first gallery space. Sean is a second year University student currently studying a BFA/BA degree. It is his dream to one day to design as a career.

Philadelphia Hanson-Viney

2010-12-30T12:36:00.001-08:00

Ceramic Curiosities Opens Tonight New Years Eve at 6pm-8pm

I have spent the last two years working towards a diploma of art, craft and design in ceramics at the Tasmanian Polytechnic.

I am often inspired by the weird, the grotesque and the wrong. I love things which are beautiful and horrible and bizarre at the same time. .

I became interested in “cute” representations of animals that border on the monstrous. These led me to thinking about animal manipulation such as selective breeding and genetic modification.

I like the jarring feeling of something that is adorable and horrifying at the same time. The grotesque can sometimes be loveable when it is pitiable and the cute can sometimes be grotesque when it is so exaggerated as to be misshapen.

I make some things by hand and some things are slip cast. Sometimes my pieces are made with serious work and sometimes they are made by playing around.

Ceramic Curiosities is only available for a limited time. Don't miss out on your chance to view artworks by this exciting emerging artist.

Metamorphosis

2010-12-26T21:13:00.000-08:00

Metamorphosis

Contributors of this exhibition are Jessica Lloyd, Lily Ormerod and Danny Szypura. A first exhibition by all three, it has been a culminations of some years of work, in acrylics on canvas and photography.

Jessica Lloyd’s creativity has been recently unleashed by putting paintbrush to canvas. In exciting ways, her works have evolved into interesting representations of life, energy and movement. Her enjoyment in painting is clearly seen in her art. Jessica’s experimentation in colours also evokes differing moods and emotions.

Lily Ormerod returned to brushes and paints after a long period of absence from the easel. Previously her works were considered as traditional landscapes, with her return to painting, there has been a change in direction to abstract works, and working with acrylics rather than oils. Lily’s themes embark on much attention to creating vibrant, exciting strokes with a focus on movement.

Danny Szypura has been an amateur photographer for many years. His travels has given him extensive opportunities to capture diverse images both in Europe and Australia. He has chosen his favourites for this exhibition. Visiting Tasmania regularly, he has taken this opportunity to show some of his works.

Woketts

2010-12-10T15:53:00.000-08:00

I love to play around in Woks and frypans - my curvy form keeps your hands away from the steam while stirring things up. I don't mind a bit of heat but please don't leave me standing in liquid for long periods - it's bad for my looks.

When I've finished work for the day wash me up in warm soapy water and dry me off. A nice coat of vegetable oil occasionally will help keep me looking great.

Handmade in Tasmania from Tasmanian timbers.

Original design by Sculptural Images.

For more details contact Sculptural Images by emailing knight.juliak@gmail.com

Available at the Off Centre Galley until the 15th of December

Sculptural Images by Julia Knight

2010-11-29T15:58:00.000-08:00

Opening Friday the 3rd of December. 6-00pm

Sculptural Images

Works by Julia Knight.

After working full time for nearly thirty years in clerical and IT jobs I finally have taken the time to start exploring the things I really want in life. For those years sculpture and photography were rewarding hobbies. Now they are the focus of my life. I work both in images and forms, which is why Sculptural Images is such an apt name for my space. In every medium that I use I am trying to express my constant wonder in the abundance of forms that surround us. This exhibition is a way of sharing that experience with others.

Through my photographs I try to encourage the viewer to question what they see, to adopt a new perspective on the world. I love playing with light and the intersection between forms. I also enjoy sharing a very close view of the world.

My sculptures are very precious to me. When I sit and start to sculpt I connect with the energy of the living earth. I become immersed in the feel, the smell and the essence of the work. I love working with timber because there is a sense of helping a dream escape. When I finish a piece I may marvel at the rightness of curve and the sense of balance. It is not that the work is accidental but that the process has taken me outside my normal way of being. I often feel it is a privilege to be able to say I have created this work.

I hope you enjoy the exhibition.

Exhibition runs from the 2nd-15th of December.

Seven days a week from 10 am - 5 pm.

A touch of Nostalgia

2010-11-04T03:18:00.000-07:00

These lovely paintings by artist Natsumi Johnson are currently on show at the Off Centre Gallery.

The exhibition opens on Friday the 5th of November and runs until the 1st of December.

Gallery hours are 10 am -5 pm. Seven days a week.

Two Ladies and Me

2010-09-24T15:31:00.000-07:00

Two Ladies and Me

17th September -13th October

A lovely exhibition of paintings by three talented local artists.

Open seven days a week from 10 -5

Last Days of Inspirations

2010-09-12T18:00:00.000-07:00

This exhibiton by the members of the Calligraphy Arts Tasmania closes on Wednesday the 15th of September. So this is your last chance to view the diverse array of art produced by the members.

Inspirations

2010-09-06T18:26:00.000-07:00

Inspirations.

A selection of beautiful works by artists from

Calligraphy Arts Tasmania.

Exhibition runs until September 15th.

These beautiful examples of calligraphy can be viewed from 10 am-5pm seven days a week.

Silhouettes etc.etc.

2010-08-11T15:21:00.000-07:00

A photographic exhibition by

Helen Okey

This is Helen's first ever exhibition

and is on until 1st September

Opening Night 13th August 6pm

DISCOVER extended

2010-07-27T00:19:00.000-07:00

The Discover Exhibition has been extended until 10th August

Don't miss out on a wonderful opportunity to purchase some lovely pieces by some talented artists.

Discover Exhibiton

2010-06-27T16:14:00.000-07:00

Discover Exhibition

1st-28th July

A fabulous Chance to purchase artwork by new and emerging artists.

Opening night Friday 2nd July
6.00pm - 8.00pm

Off Centre Gallery

level 1
77 Salamanca Place
Salamanca Arts Centre.

65 Roses Exhibition

2010-05-12T15:57:00.000-07:00

Artwork for sale by artists
and friends of people with
Cystic Fibrosis
Friday 28 May – Tuesday 1 June 2010
10am-4pm
Offcentre Gallery
Grand Opening
Friday 28 May – 5pm-7.30pm
Free glass of bubbles on arrival
Gold coin donations appreciated
All proceeds go to
Cystic Fibrosis Tasmania

March Exhibition

2010-03-04T23:52:00.000-08:00

"MOODS OF SUMMER"

an exhibition and sale of paintings

Helen Morris

DISCOVER

2010-02-25T23:30:00.000-08:00

A fabulous opportunity for
new & emerging artists
who have not yet exhibited to participate
in a group exhibition curated by

Off Centre Gallery
Salamanca

JULY 2010

Interested artists are invited to fill in an application form,
available at the Gallery.