McMurray Galleries in Willaura, Victoria, Australia | Art gallery

McMurray Galleries

Locality: Willaura, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 5354 1114

Address: 64 Main Street 3379 Willaura, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.mcmurraygalleries.com.au

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25.01.2022 As we have had to put "The Palette Pancake Studio" on hold for at least 6 months due to the Coronavirus, we are just concentrating on McMurray Art Studios (my work) and will be putting some pics of my work both in progress and completed and also a lot of sketch ideas for paintings. You have to try to turn a negative into a positive. We will be trying to go "On-line only, but any body interested in a work can email: [email protected] or ph. 5354 1114 or 0400 832 621 to make an appointment (one at a time). I am still available to do commissions. See also www.lauriemcmurray.com.au .I will add some more shortly - I have to check out a garden bed for lettuces that my wife has prepared - we are about to grow all our own vegetables.

24.01.2022 I am adding about another 30 collectible books that are available at McMurray Galleries in Willaura, Victoria, Australia, 3379. email: [email protected] . I will list them in order by title - the price is on the cover - eftpos available. 1. "The Ark" - by Margot Benary - 1957 (1st. 1954) 2. "Mr. Midshipman Easy" - by Captain Marryat (no date c.1955) 3. "On the Beach" - by Nevil Shute 1959 (1st. 1957) 4. "Masterman Ready" - by Captain Marryat - c.1950's 5. "Gold Prospecting" - by Douglas M. Stone - 1977 (1st. 1970) 6. "A Book of Verse for Australian Schools" by W.Foster M.A. & H. Bryant B.A. - c.1950's. 7. "Tales from Shakespeare - Charles & Mary Lamb - 1967 8. "Pocomoto-Cowboy Cavalier" - by Rex Dixon - 1955 9. "Man-Shy - by Frank Dalby Davison - 1958 - (1st. 1931) 10. "Ben-Hur" - by Lew Wallace - c.1950's 11 "Robbery Under Arms" - by Rolf Boldrewood - 1958 12. "Mountain Rescue" - by Ian Serraillier - 1955 13. "The Coral Island" - by R. M. Ballantyne - c. 1950's 14. "Two Years Before the Mast" - by Richard Henry Dana - 1954 15. "Tom Brown's School Days" - by Thomas Hughes - c. 1950's !6. "Robinson Crusoe" - by Daniel De Foe - c. 1950's 17. "The Ozark Outlaws"- by J.D.Hardin - 1984 18. "The Man With Three Eyes" - by Basil C. De Guerin - 1957 (1st.1955) 19. "Around the World in Eighty Days" - by Jules Verne c.1950's 20. "Kidnapped" - by R.L.Stevenson - c.1950's 21 "An Australian Muster" - by A.A.Phillips - 1960 (1st. 1946) 22. "The Mystery of the Mine" - by George Richmond - c. 1950's 23. "The Mystery of the Blue Diamond" - by P.Beaufoy Barry - c.1950's. 24. "The Man in the Iron Mask" - by Alexandre Dumas - c.1950's 25. "Scenic Wonders of Australia" - Reader's Digest - 1976 26. "Chariots of the Gods" - by Erich Von Daniken - 1972 (1st. 1969) 27. "Return to the Stars" - by Erich Von Daniken - 1972 (1st.1970) 28. "The Spaceships of Ezekiel" - by J.F. Blumrich - 1974 29. "In Search of Strange Phenomena" - by Alan Landsburg - 1977 See more

23.01.2022 Now that Im fit and healthy again (knees still a bit wobbly) and ready to get working on my Art, I am ready to take on some commissions if any one wants to hav...e something done. As well as Portraiture and Figurative work I also do very detailed Pen & Ink works of Rural Buildings and "Things". Some examples are shown here. I usually prefer to photograph them myself, but can work from photos if they are "clear". They take up to a week to complete and I charge $900 each. They are done on satin tooth, acid free top quality card/paper. Give me a call ph.53541114 or 0400 832 621 or email: [email protected] See more

23.01.2022 As well as "normal" picture framing, I also frame memorabilia, needle work, jumpers, etc., and have U.V. glass to protect your treasured items. See me at McMurr...ay Galleries Fine Art & Framing, 64 Main Street, Willaura, Vic. 3379. Ph. (03) 5354 1114 or mob. 0400 832 621, or email: [email protected] . See more

22.01.2022 About the new changes to the University Degree system. I agree with the new system particularly in regard to extra funding for the rural areas and the stronger ...emphasis on maths and science. I am a Fine Artist with also a maths & science background - all have helped me in understanding the chemistry of paint, perspective, longevity of material, colour saturation, optics, etc. One thing I would like to change also is the name of Degrees. I have always been annoyed at the term "Arts Degree" - it is too broad. Why not call the Degrees for what they actually are such as a B. Journalism, B. History, B. Law, B. Politics, B. Music, B. Commerce, etc., instead of tacking it on the end of an "Arts Degree" - my son has a B.A.(Fine Art - with Distinction). I used to think that an "Arts" Degree meant that you were qualified in the :Fine" Arts - until I realised that was not the case. I am 74 and have been a Fine Artist all my life - it is a long journey to become proficient in this field. In Ancient times one had to do a 12 year "Apprenticeship" to be called a Master Artist. Have a look at this Dan Tehan. See more

22.01.2022 These are some pics of our now completed (today) Picture Framing "Front of House" or "Point of Sale" in the small shop beside the Main Art Gallery/Workshop/Arch...itectural Design Office and Art Studio. Wish we had more room!!! Ready to accept all Framing Work. McMurray Galleries Fine Art & Framing, 64 Main Street, Willaura, Victoria, 3379. ph. (03) 5354 1114, mob. 0400 832 621. email: [email protected] . (My foot with the ulcer is finally O.K. - took nearly 12 months). Trying to be open daily from 10.00 a.m. at least until Christmas.

21.01.2022 Coming up to Anzac Day, McMurray Galleries Fine Art & Picture Framing specializes in framing memorabilia and restoration. If you want any family history framed..., please contact me at 64 Main Street, Willaura, Victoria, 3379. Phone: 5354 1114 or 0400 832 621 or email: [email protected] . Also old historic photos of the early days of Western Victoria - I will be framing some of my collections soon - I can scan them if you want to keep the originals separate. See more

20.01.2022 A few pics of part of our new Art Gallery and Picture Framing Business in Willaura.

20.01.2022 Water colour painting by Robert William Bugg 1853 - 1937. The Gallery price is $1200. It is 22.0 cm x 13.2 cm clear of the frame.

19.01.2022 McMURRAY GALLERIES FINE ART & FRAMING 64 Main Street Willaura. As we are trying to attract more Tourist to our Gallery, and also get more work done in the Stu...dio and Picture Framing, we have decided to amend our days & hours (again). We will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11.00 a.m., and maybe have coffee and tea available. Other days, ring the bell or ph. 0400 832 621. We have about 120 works on display and maybe add some music to listen to. See more

19.01.2022 These are 4 more books available at McMurray Galleries in 64 Main Street, Willaura, Voctoria, 3379. Email: [email protected] . No. 1. "Wo...nder Book of Knowledge" aprox. c. early 1950's. No. 2, " The Bible in Pictures". aprox. c. early 1950's. No. 3. "The BOY". 1948. No.4. "The BOY". 1949. NOTE: The 2 "BOY" books are in bad condition, but inside O.K. In mint condition are worth about $140. Offered here at $5. each. See more

19.01.2022 Some pics of the little Gallery Shoppe beside McMurray Galleries in Willaura, Victoria. Old books being added, in progress (100's), and other collectibles, bric-a-brac, and jewellery. Picture Framing and Artist Laurie McMurray's work in the main Gallery.

18.01.2022 We have decided to expand our facilities for The Palette Pancake Parlour and are in the process of making a larger kitchen at the rear quarter of the main build...ing where we already have a sink and 315 litre hot water system. We are able to add another double bowl sink and more benches for prep and cooking - plus a lot of shelving for storage and frigs. The work is well under way as we have frigs and a bench top oven to cook our roast in (having one tonight). We will now have our Coffee Machine (in Bendigo at my daughter's at the moment) in the front corner of the shop, along with the milk shake and sundae equipment. Their will be seating for up to 5 or 6 only in side as all the rest will be alfresco under the verandah, as the Vic. Govt. is promoting. The main work area for the Picture Framing has been relocated behind the wall at the front. Hopefully we will be ready before Christmas. See more

18.01.2022 These oils on fine Belgian Linen are finished, nearly finished or in progress.

16.01.2022 McMURRAY GALLERIES Fine Art & Framing at 64 Main Street Willaura is now open from 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Monday to Friday and 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Saturday.... Closed Saturday afternoon and Sunday. We cater for all your Picture Framing needs from Needle work to Prints, Memorabilia and Canvas Stretching and much more - over 20 years experience. We are gradually adding art and allied material from spray varnish to picture hanging hooks and picture wire. Some pencils and charcoal available now. A wide range of Picture Frame Mouldings and Mattboard as well as Standard & U.V. Glass. Ph. 5354 1114 or 0400 832 621.

15.01.2022 Hi, from McMurray Galleries Fine Art & Framing. I thought Id post some pics of the process in some Picture Framing. Theres more to it than meets the eye. I wi...ll also add some of the maths in designing the work when I take a pic of that, and some of the equipment required and its use. We are looking at developing a more on line format as we dont know the future of the "virus". See more

14.01.2022 I thought Id put these 2 portrait paintings (one oil and one pastel), up again as I now have the Studio set up to take on commissions. I can do works from Phot...os if the quality is clear, as for deceased persons or Ancestral family, and for Children. I am setting up an area of the Studio to take photographs - I have both film and digital, as I work with very fine detail - a guarantee of accuracy (with some of my extra little techniques to bring out the character and realism of the subject). Call in to the Studio for a quote - I also do monochrome in charcoal or pastel. and pen & ink of buildings, cartooning and illustration work; I have done many private figurative artworks (not shown on any websites or f.b. sites.) The figurative works on my websites are all from my models. See more

14.01.2022 Hi, from McMurray Galleries Fine Art & Framing. I thought I'd post some pics of the process in some Picture Framing. There's more to it than meets the eye. I wi...ll also add some of the maths in designing the work when I take a pic of that, and some of the equipment required and it's use. We are looking at developing a more on line format as we don't know the future of the "virus". See more

14.01.2022 I thought Id put a few individual items for sale at McMurray Galleries, 64 Main Street, Willaura, Vic. 3379. The Vacuum Cleaner (goes very well - with 5 new ba...gs) is a collectable 1980s Hoover, Concept One. $150. The Grinder is a Retro hand driven Fly Wheel knife or chisel Grinder - still got the dust on it when my Uncle Bob (dec.) used it. $50. The old wooden cot is $20. The approx 100, 1970s "Golden Homes"magazines and the approx 100, 1960s "Understanding Science" magazines are being sold as a set - very collectible (usually $4-$6 each) Each set is $300 per set. There will be more "goodies" as I photograph them. I have a retro 3 size bootmakers last for $30 also. See more

13.01.2022 I have had my website mcmurraygalleries.com.au with my ISP deleted by my request and have kept my website lauriemcmurray.com.au ,but now have McMurray Galleries site as part of my facebook page for Laurie McMurray.

12.01.2022 Due to the current lockdown situation we have had to alter our business model. We are only doing picture framing and have the Studio/Gallery. Both can only have 1 person at a time and can be phoned for appointment on 5354 1114 or 0400 832 621.

12.01.2022 Due to the coronavirus lockdown, the original idea of having a small coffee & pancake shop,we have shelved it for the moment and have put the full Picture Frami...ng in the Main Art Gallery. The small Shop next door will now be converted to another Art Gallery and maybe a Coffee and Pancake Shop at a later date (have to add a few facilities). We are open for business with all health restrictions regarding distances and numbers etc. Ph. 5354 1114. 64 Main Street, Willaura. See more

12.01.2022 This is another example of things you can frame by McMurray Galleries Fine Art & Picture Framing. How about a drumstick and tickets, etc., from a live show (I'v...e done that), or an original parchment land title or an antique cross stitch sampler. How about a "Green Baggy" when you played for Australia or the Golf club that you hit a "hole in one" with. I can frame most things - sorry I can't frame your kids or wife or husband, but I have framed a lot of University Degree Certificates. See more

12.01.2022 I am adding an almost antique book that my Dad (dec.) was given in 1929. It is by the Author Jennie Hall (1875 - 1921) and is titled "Four Greek Heroes" - publi...shed by George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd. in 1928 (first in 1913). In all my research, I could not find this particular edition - the earliest was in 1937 (one new at over $1000.) and the cover was different. This edition seems to be very rare. If any one knows any different let me know. It is for sale at $450 from McMurray Galleries, 64 Main Street, Willaura, Victoria, Australia, 3379. Email: [email protected] . Ph. (03) 5354 1114 or 0400 832 621. Eftpos and Paypal available. See more

11.01.2022 These are some more late 1800s Water color paintings by noted Australian Artist Robert William Bugg (1854 - 1937). They are for sale at McMurray Galleries, 64 ...Main Street, Willaura, Victoria, Australia, 3379. Email: [email protected] . Ph. (03) 5354 1114 or 0400 832 621. Eftpos available incl Amex. The size and price is shown in the enlarged pic. - just click on an image. See more

10.01.2022 Latest Picture Framing Job.

09.01.2022 McMurray Galleries is now relocated to 64 Main Street, Willaura, (36km south of Ararat).

08.01.2022 This is the latest, just framed collectible work, available from McMurray Galleries at 64 Main Street, Willaura, Vic. 3379. email: [email protected] or ph. (03) 5354 1114 or mob. 0400 832 621. It is a "Dilly Bag" made by members of the Gumade River Outstation Group. It is pre 1990 and is offered for sale at $1200. Eftpos is available. See more

06.01.2022 These are 3 unfinished Studio works. 2 are oils - "The Odyssey of a country girl - Colleen Hewett" and "Hunters Realm" and the other, a pastel on m.d.f. board "The Quest of the key".

06.01.2022 MCMURRAY GALLERIES Fine Art & Framing in Willaura has started to add some Art Supplies. Great CHEAP prices of old stock until sold out. 80mgm tubes W&N Cotmans ...Water Colour tubes $5 R.R.P. $11.95. Also some hard tubes at 50c and $1. Sennelier Extra Soft Pastels (10 shades grey and 5 shades mouse grey) $2 each R.R. $2.95. NAM 400 net spray cans gloss & matt varnish &6 R.R.P. $10.20. All types Charcoal Sticks. Different grades Graphite Pencils and Solid Sticks. Other prices to follow. See more

06.01.2022 These are more late 1800s water color paintings by noted Australian Artist Robert William Bugg (1853 - 1937). The sizes and prices are in the expanded version ...- click on image. They can be purchased direct from McMurray Galleries, 64 Main Street, Willaura, Victoria, Australia. 3379. Email:[email protected] or ph. (03) 5354 1114 or 0400 832 621. We have eftpos incl. Amex. See more

05.01.2022 We are now at a new location at 64 Main Street, Willaura, Victoria, Australia - more info to follow soon.

05.01.2022 MCMURRAY GALLERIES Fine Art & Framing in Willaura would like to thank all the local people who are supporting us - I always knew this was a great area to have m...y early years here. I have work from almost every town and area in the broader district. We now have the small shop separate to the Picture Framing & Studio set up as another Art Gallery. There is work from the late 1800s to today and is very Collectible, especially by Robert William Bugg (1853 -1937) who was connected with Tom Roberts and Frederick McCubbins, as well as Alan Moore (1914 - 2015) the 2nd W.W. Artist. We have Artwork to suit most tastes and price range from a few dollars to thousands of dollars, and a large range of pen & ink prints of old Victorian country buildings drawn by myself. See more

05.01.2022 These are the latest pics of our very limited space Art Gallery. We have a wide cross section of Artwork including my Artwork, my Studio & Picture Framing and some small Antiques & Collectibles.

04.01.2022 I am going to put more information about the Artwork we have for sale at a discount price (no reasonable offer refused). We have work from the 1800s to today. The prices shown for each work will be the normal Gallery price - so make an offer. The main Artists are: Robert William Bugg. 1853 - 1937. He had connections with Tom Roberts, Frederick McCubbins, and was trained by Louis Buvelot as was McCubbins. He was a contemporary of Arthur Streeton and is in a number of Public ...Galleries. He had a number of his Exhibitions opened by his friend Alfred Deakin. Charles William Foster. b. Boston 1840 -d. N.Z. 1920. Operated in Australia from about 1856 to 1895 when he went to New Zealand. Mainly a Marine and Coastal Painter - his works are in the Auckland City Art Gallery. Alan More: 1914 - 2015. Official 2nd W.W. War Artist. Rep. N.G.V.Melbourne, and other Public Galleries and the Australian National War Memorial, Canberra. A number of other Noted and Aboriginal Artist (both deceased) and Living Artists. See more

03.01.2022 These are 3 paintings out of about 30 by the Noted Australian Artist Robert William Bugg (1854 - 1937) to be seen at McMurray Galleries, 64 Main Street, Willaur...a, Victoria. He was with Tom Roberts and Frederick McCubbins and taught by Louis Buvelot as was Tom Roberts. If you are travelling to the Grampians please drop in and see about 100 other Artworks. See more

03.01.2022 Our opening hours for McMurray Galleries Fine Art & Picture Framing in Willaura will now be only open Wednesday to Friday from 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. and Satur...day from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. CLOSED Sunday to Wednesday. Other times please phone 5354 1114 or 0400 832 621 and email [email protected] . THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT. I need more time to do my ARTWORK and upgrade my website: www.lauriemcmurray.com.au . See more

02.01.2022 Hi every one. We (Maddie & Me), have been collecting lots of things that we are selling (including collectibles, retro, antiques, tools, camping items, building... fittings, picture frames - many vintage & antique), books & magazines (some very collectible - "Understanding Science", "Golden Homes", "Science Program" and many years of "Australian Artist"). Much more too much to note - we are making way to add a small Coffee Shop & Pancakes to the Gallery. We are running this through until Christmas and will try to be open most days till then. We have EFTPOS. We are at McMurray Galleries Fine Art & Framing, 64 Main Street, Willaura, Vic. ph. 5354 1114. See more

02.01.2022 Does any one know of a good web designer in the Willaura area? I need some one that can convert existing websites created with Apple Mac to Windows and create u...sable data that can be modified from time to time. I work with Windows Vista and Windows 10. I also have Windows 7 and a Tablet and Photoshop, but no Dreamweaver. See www.lauriemcmurray.com.au . The www.mcmurraygalleries.com.au has been unintentionally deleted. The info on these sites still refer to Avoca and I need them to refer to Willaura. They have not been upgraded for years. Please contact me at McMurray Galleries email [email protected] or ph.5354 1114 or 0400 832 621. See more