Exhibition – Dandenong Ranges Open Studios

Dandenong Ranges Open Studios

GLIMPSE

Group Exhibition

Glimpse, Dandenong Ranges Open Studios Group Exhibition, is an immersive exhibition featuring works from each of the 44 participating studios. This collective display of local talent highlights their individual approaches to art-making whilst exploring a shared theme…Glimpse, inviting viewers into their fleeting moments of inspiration, insight, and beauty captured by these exceptional visionaries.

Embark on a journey through the realm of artistic expression by exploring an array of works encompassing diverse mediums. Through the lens of paint, print, sculpture, textile, photography, and graphic design, these artists offer tantalizing glimpses into their inner worlds, challenging perceptions and inspiring contemplation. This exhibition is a great way to explore the studios and plan your Open Studios weekends adventures.

Glimpse beckons you to explore the collective imagination of these artists, where creativity knows no bounds. Be captivated by this multifaceted exhibition and let the myriad perspectives transport you to a realm where every Glimpse tells a story.

Don’t forget to vote for your favourite piece in the People’s Choice Award.

Experience GLIMPSE

15 March to 28 April
Burrinja Gallery
351 Glenfern Rd, UPWEY

Gallery Open
Wed – Sun | 10 am to 4 pm
& 10 am to 5 pm
Open Studios Weekends

Exhibition Public Programming

Join us at Burrinja Gallery on Saturdays at 1pm for this free program of artist talks and gallery tours.

March 16 @ 1pm

Intro to Science Illustration & Drawing from Nature with Martha Iserman

Join exhibiting artist Martha Iserman for a brief intro into the world of science illustration and sketching from nature. We’ll go through a brief background into how the worlds of science and art mix, then cover some techniques in how to sketch in the field.

RSVP HERE

March 23 @ 1pm

Artist Talk
with Leticia Hodson

Join exhibiting artist Leticia Hodson as she discusses the personal story that prompted the development of her submission for “GLIMPSE”.

This event continues the celebrations of World Down Syndrome Day earlier in the week where the lives and achievements of people with Down syndrome are celebrated world wide.

Leticia will also give a glimpse into the process of producing this work where she details the struggles, failed attempts and self-doubt that came from knowing what she wanted to say but not the form it would take.

A step into abstraction brought the piece together in an unexpected way for this artist who primarily works in realism.

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April 6 @ 1pm

Art Appreciation in the Gallery ~ An Interactive Tour Workshop with Rain White

Join exhibiting artist Rain White an experienced Art Educator and Artist in the Burrinja Gallery during the Open Studios Glimpse Exhibition for a brief and fun introduction to how to Analyse an Artwork. You will tour the exhibition examining key artworks to deepen your confidence and appreciation of looking at artworks through the lens of observation, description, interpretation, design, and composition, and making informed judgments and evaluations. An opportunity for sketching will be included as well as a take-home worksheet you can refer to to enhance your enjoyment and appreciation of art in all contexts in the future.

Recommended for secondary students and adults.

Worksheet and pencil provided.

Duration approx 30-40mins

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Opening night at Glimpse

Photographer James Hughes of Studio 34 captured our incredible opening night which featured some beautiful speeches, the amazing art work by this year’s artists and that tantalising GLIMPSE of the Open Studios upcoming weekends .

Congratulations to Dandenong Ranges Open Studios artist William Holt, winner of this year’s Swinburne Visual Arts Innovation Award.

Visual Arts Innovation Award 2023

Dandenong Ranges Open Studios & Swinburne University of Technology – Diploma of Visual Arts, Wantirna Campus present the Visual Arts Innovation Award. Judged by a panel of Swinburne University Arts Educators, this award is awarded to the work that is deemed the most innovative.

Congratulations to

Macarena Ocea

The emancipation of the body

“To hear the amazing feedback about my artwork has helped me understand that my message is reaching the audience, I feel encouraged to keep showcasing my work and continue exploring uncommon materials and mediums to express my creativity.”
~ Macarena Ocea

People's Choice Award 2023

Dandenong Ranges Open Studios invites the public to vote for their favourite artwork in the group exhibition. In 2023 the exhibition theme was TRANSCEND.

Congratulations to