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Locality: Crawley, Western Australia, Australia

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25.01.2022 What a turnout for last nights event at Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery - Artistic Diaspora: An exploration of the Italian cultural legacy in WA! It was the perfect way to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the teaching of Italian language and culture at The University of Western Australia A big thanks to the panelists historian Dr Robyn Taylor, and artists Galliano Fardin, Partrizia Tonello and Caterina Franz. And to our partners UWA Institute of Advanced Studies and Italia...n Studies at UWA Wed like to share with you a snippet of the interview with Galliano that was played last night - Enjoy! Head to #LWAGs youtube channel to watch the full video: youtu.be/YFAF_xgKc80 #artisticdiaspora | #30years | #uwaculturalprecinct

24.01.2022 What a turnout for last night's event at Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery - Artistic Diaspora: An exploration of the Italian cultural legacy in WA! It was the perfect way to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the teaching of Italian language and culture at The University of Western Australia A big thanks to the panelists historian Dr Robyn Taylor, and artists Galliano Fardin, Partrizia Tonello and Caterina Franz. And to our partners UWA Institute of Advanced Studies and Italia...n Studies at UWA We'd like to share with you a snippet of the interview with Galliano that was played last night - Enjoy! Head to #LWAG's youtube channel to watch the full video: youtu.be/YFAF_xgKc80 #artisticdiaspora | #30years | #uwaculturalprecinct

23.01.2022 Mark your calendar Our friends at the Confucius Institute at UWA are hosting a fantastic talk next Thursday 26 September, 2-3pm, with Professor Tianxin Cai. Professor Cai is an accomplished poet, essayist, translator, photographer and traveller, as well as a professor of mathematics at Zhejiang University. His talk - 'From Seeing to Discovering' - will explore the unique interplay between art and mathematics... The University of Western Australia

20.01.2022 PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT MAKING: A LIVING? A fantastic lineup of local, regional and international speakers has just been revealed for the Making: A Living? Symposium on Sat 2 Nov at the University of Notre Dame in Fremantle! Featuring visual artists, musicians, designers, theatre-makers, curators, editors, marketing experts, tourism consultants and social impact experts - hear the way they are adopting, adapting and applying technologies in new ways.... Co-presented with Artsource and Fremantle Biennale. With support from FutureNow, Chamber of Arts and Culture - Western Australia and the The University of Notre Dame Australia. Get all your details (including tickets) below! #MakingALiving | #FremantleBiennale

19.01.2022 PROGRAM OUT NOW! The 2019 #WINTERarts Festival has launched and is set to bring arts and culture to life on campus throughout July! Cosy up for an evening of literature live on stage with Lit Live Perth, or sit back and enjoy a mesmerising musical performance from the UWA Conservatorium of Music. ... OR Catch a film screening with Community Arts Network , explore the campus in an exclusive tour departing from the The University Club of Western Australia or get crafty in our hands-on workshops! Plus theres an dedicated program of affordable school holiday activities for children! Book now, hurry places filling fast! Tickets: bit.ly/2KMGTsj

17.01.2022 We think these charming cards featuring the work of artist Clive Collender provide a lovely local touch this festive season! These beautifully depicted illustrations of iconic places and animals around #UWA (and that were so fond of at the cultural precinct) include the Winthrop clock tower, Somerville movie theatre auditorium, the Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery and some of our amazing birdlife. These artworks were commissioned in collaboration with DADAA and a selection ...of cards are available in the LWAG shop for $3.95 each. *The LWAG shop is open from 11am 5pm until Friday 5pm, and open next week Tues Fri by appointment only. Please contact Donna on 6488 3977 or [email protected] if you would like to make an appointment.

17.01.2022 Tomorrow night! 6PM! Don't miss the Opening Night of the UWA Fine Arts & History of Art Graduating Exhibition! It's one of our favourite times of the year - explore what the next generation of artists are up to!... On view in the Cullity Gallery and Fine Arts Building. Closing Friday 8 November. More info: https://www.uwa.edu.au//sch/school-of-design/events/fam-19

16.01.2022 Did you know that 2019 marks the 90th anniversary of Italian Studies at The University of Western Australia In celebration, UWA Institute of Advanced Studies and Italian Studies in the UWA School of Humanities have been presenting a series of Italian-focused events throughout the year. Next Up:... Taking the pulse of Italy today: a creative presence Wednesday 23 October, 6-7pm A free public lecture by the new ambassador of Italy in Australia, H.E. Francesca Tardioli. See more

14.01.2022 Suffering from Monday-itis? Looking for a bit of mid-week fun? THIS WED 17 JULY (6.30 8pm), let your hair down for a night of literary entertainment as WINTERarts: Lit Live - No Shrinking Violet comes to the gallery fresh from the Centre for Stories! Sit back and enjoy wine, cheese and some of Perths best storytellers as they bring to life exciting new works by some of the best Australian and international short story writers. There are some tickets left if youre ...quick bit.ly/2xNLJxz PRICE $20 includes wine and cheese! #WINTERarts | #LitLive | Lit Live Perth

14.01.2022 The 2019 #WINTERarts program has now launched and is set to bring arts and culture to life on campus throughout July! Check out the diverse and engaging range of arts, crafts, music, and science workshops on offer, including a dedicated children's school holiday program on our website: https://www.culturalprecinct.uwa.edu.au/winterarts. We are delighted to announce the 2019 WINTERarts cover is adorned with the wonderfully insightful and instantly endearing work of artist ...Clive Collender who created beautiful illustrations of the UWA Campus. Are you on our mailing list? Your program will be arriving in your mailbox soon! If not, signup here: http://www.lwgallery.uwa.edu.au/join

14.01.2022 This weekend at The University of Western Australia The Chamber of Music Festival! Featuring an amazing program of chamber music from its very beginnings to the present day performed by an outstanding cast of local, national and international musicians. ... The UWA Conservatorium of Music presents this not to be missed immersive weekend For the full schedule of activities visit: trybooking.com/BFQEY Festival Passes: $75 Standard / $55 Concessions Day Passes: $40 Standard / $30 Concessions Individual tickets: $5-20 #uwaartandculture | #uwamusic

14.01.2022 Looking to add some creative exploration to your week? The UWA Institute of Advanced Studies are offering up this fantastic free masterclass with internationally acclaimed London/LA/NYC-based musician and author Joanna Wallfisch! The Great Song Cycle: Mastering the art of doing everything you love and getting away with it... Tuesday 22 October, 10am-1pm ~Part masterclass, performance and discussion on balancing and combining aspects of career, vocation, and one's life passion~ Registration + More Information: http://www.ias.uwa.edu.au/masterclass/wallfisch The University of Western Australia | #UWAArtandCulture

12.01.2022 Only 2 weeks to go..! Weve at the WINTERarts half-way point - what a wild ride it's been! So far, the childrens school holidays workshops have been a creative thrill for tiny hands , and the young at heart have learnt new skills in basket weaving or felt vessels, and enjoyed campus tours, musical performances, literary events and more! Theres still time this week to hear the secrets of Night Photography tomorrow night or sit back and learn about a prolific Victorian... artist at LWAGS movie screening. Or join us next week for a scandalous storytelling session over dinner at the The University Club of Western Australia. There are still tickets left, so dont wait. Visit our website to see whats coming up! bit.ly/2KMGTsj #WINTERarts | Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery | #UWA

10.01.2022 Looking for activities for the upcoming school holidays? Our SPRINGarts program is back for a new and expanded second season The program runs from 1-13 October and features a range of events for the young and the young at heart across UWA, including art workshops at Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery, musical concerts with the UWA Conservatorium of Music, theatre performances from University Theatres and Awesome Arts, and outdoor activities with Educated by Nature!... https://www.culturalprecinct.uwa.edu.au/springarts ~~~~~~~ Images: 1. Photograph by Nic Montagu; 2. Image for Basket Weaving workshop, courtesy of Sharyn Egan; 3. Image for 'Beep' with University Theatres and Awesome Arts, credit: Luke Cardew; Image for Textiles and Wall Hanging workshop, courtesy of Leah Louise; 4. Image for 'KIN Village' with Educated by Nature, credit: Deprimo Photography; 5. Image for Making Comics workshop, courtesy of Gabby Loo.

10.01.2022 We're thrilled to bring textile artist Leah Louise of Sun & Flower Studios to Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery for 2 fantastic SPRINGarts workshops COMING UP! SPRINGarts: Pom-Pom Party!... Thurs 3 Oct, 1.30-3.30pm | Ages 6+ SPRINGarts: Weaving and Wall Hangings Wed 9 Oct, 1-3pm | Ages 8+ Join Leah and get creative as you have fun making at LWAG! https://www.culturalprecinct.uwa.edu.au/springarts

10.01.2022 Celebrate #NAIDOC week with award-winning Noongar artist Sharyn Egan in this school-holiday kids workshop this Saturday afternoon! Book: bit.ly/2ZDfEoh Using natural fibres and straw, learn the techniques to making a fibre art animal sculpture. Let your imagination run wild in this hands-on workshop as you create a dog , bird , lizard or whatever your heart desires We have a few remaining spots for Sat 13 July 2-3:30pm - but youd better be quick! ... WHEN: Sat 13 July, 2-3.30pm TICKETS: only $10 (includes materials) AGES: 8 - 12. See more

10.01.2022 Were thrilled to bring textile artist Leah Louise of Sun & Flower Studios to Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery for 2 fantastic SPRINGarts workshops COMING UP! SPRINGarts: Pom-Pom Party!... Thurs 3 Oct, 1.30-3.30pm | Ages 6+ SPRINGarts: Weaving and Wall Hangings Wed 9 Oct, 1-3pm | Ages 8+ Join Leah and get creative as you have fun making at LWAG! https://www.culturalprecinct.uwa.edu.au/springarts

09.01.2022 Looking for some fun and creative activities for the kids for your school holidays? Our SPRINGarts program begins next week and there are a couple spots left for the first week of workshops at Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery! SPRINGarts: Handmade Paper... Weds 2 Oct, 1.30-3.30pm | Ages 7+ | $30 SPRINGarts: Pom-Pom Party! Thurs 3 Oct, 1.30-3.30pm | Ages 6+ | $20 SPRINGarts: Mini Picture Show Fri 4 Oct, 1.30-3.30pm | Ages 7+ | $20 The University of Western Australia | #SPRINGarts2019

07.01.2022 Tomorrow night! 6PM! Dont miss the Opening Night of the UWA Fine Arts & History of Art Graduating Exhibition! Its one of our favourite times of the year - explore what the next generation of artists are up to!... On view in the Cullity Gallery and Fine Arts Building. Closing Friday 8 November. More info: https://www.uwa.edu.au//sch/school-of-design/events/fam-19

07.01.2022 Drumroll! Thanks to everyone who entered our double pass giveaway to WINTERarts: Lit Live - No Shrinking Violet! Congratulations to David Steketee who is our winner! Please message us to claim your two tickets Are you looking for a night of literary entertainment? Tickets are selling fast so make sure to get yours below... #WINTERarts19 | #LitLive | Lit Live Perth See more

07.01.2022 Coming along to the H&N19: Curator + Artists Talk next Saturday? Why not make it an art-filled afternoon!? Afterwards, head on over to our friends PICA - Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts for their Women in Art panel discussion starting at 3.30pm! Grab some pals and carpool or catch the 950 bus route (it runs from campus to the city every 15 minutes!) These are both free events, but registration is essential! ... LWAG // 2 3PM | 31 AUG | H&N19 Curator + Artist Talk rsvp: bit.ly/2H14in8 PICA // 3.30 - 4.30PM | 31 AUG | Women in Art Panel rsvp: bit.ly/2yRXQKT #PICAPerth | #LWAGallery #UWA

06.01.2022 Calling all dinosaur lovers! Back by popular demand and after two sell-out workshops last year, come and discover what palaeontologists do in the field as they unearth centuries-old fossils! Learn about fascinating fossils, handle ancient fossil materials, and get your hands dirty unearthing a real fossil to take home. Tickets are selling fast, we only have a few left for each session 11-12pm & 1-2pm on Mon 15 July. Only $10 and all materials are included. Suitable for ages 8 12. Tickets: bit.ly/2xBVUVY #WINTERarts | #JnrPaleontologist | #UWA

05.01.2022 Want to learn the tips & tricks for taking amazing photos at night? WINTERarts: Night Photography Secrets with Sean Standen is back by popular demand this Tuesday 23 July! Participants raved about this workshop last year so dont miss the last few tickets! bit.ly/2KrGTyr. PRICE $20 & BYO digital SLR camera and tripod (if possible) #WINTERarts | #NightPhotography | Sean Standen Photography

05.01.2022 Only 2 weeks to go..! Weve at the WINTERarts half-way point - what a wild ride its been! So far, the childrens school holidays workshops have been a creative thrill for tiny hands , and the young at heart have learnt new skills in basket weaving or felt vessels, and enjoyed campus tours, musical performances, literary events and more! Theres still time this week to hear the secrets of Night Photography tomorrow night or sit back and learn about a prolific Victorian... artist at LWAGS movie screening. Or join us next week for a scandalous storytelling session over dinner at the The University Club of Western Australia. There are still tickets left, so dont wait. Visit our website to see whats coming up! bit.ly/2KMGTsj #WINTERarts | Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery | #UWA

05.01.2022 ** DOUBLE PASS GIVEAWAY! ** Want to cosy up and spend a winters night watching literature live on stage? Fresh from the Centre for Stories Lit Live comes to the gallery on Wed 17 July, 6.30 8pm! Spend an entertaining night at the Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery and enjoy a glass of wine and nibbles while Perths best storytelling bring to life exciting new works by some of the best Australian and international short story writers! ~~... To WIN a DOUBLE PASS simply tag a friend below in the comments who you'd like to bring along with you to share in a night of literary delight! ~~ Entries close 1 July, winners notified shortly afterwards! Suitable for 18+ #WINTERarts WINTERarts: Lit Live - No Shrinking Violet Lit Live Perth See more

02.01.2022 The final #WINTERarts event for 2019 is happening this Wednesday! Lets go out with a bang! Sit back and enjoy a delicious three-course meal and a wine or two at The University Club of Western Australia, as #UWA Chief Cultural Officer Ted Snell explores the secret scandals of the art world. Learn about the destruction of artworks by people regarded as either mad or heroic, and make your mind up for yourself! Its set to be a fantastic night! Get your ticket below ... #ArtAside | #WINTERarts | #UniClub

02.01.2022 Fake news. Fake identities. Fake art. Never have fakes been more prevalent or are they? In this #WINTERarts breakfast panel, come and dive deep into the world of fakes. Join Ted Snell, David Glance, Jani McCutcheon and Kathryn Prince at the The University Club of Western Australia for an illuminating breakfast discussion as they ask questions about how to separate the fakes, the impact of technology on unearthing authenticity, and the legal and ethical dilemmas of all t...hings fakes, forgery and fraud! Tickets are selling fast! Theres only one week to go so make sure you get yours before you miss out!

02.01.2022 The final #WINTERarts event for 2019 is happening this Wednesday! Let's go out with a bang! Sit back and enjoy a delicious three-course meal and a wine or two at The University Club of Western Australia, as #UWA Chief Cultural Officer Ted Snell explores the secret scandals of the art world. Learn about the destruction of artworks by people regarded as either mad or heroic, and make your mind up for yourself! Its set to be a fantastic night! Get your ticket below ... #ArtAside | #WINTERarts | #UniClub