Talks & Events
The Gallery holds many public programs related to the exhibitions as well as other special events.
Sundays @ the Gallery
Throughout the year something exciting is happening at the Gallery, every Sunday afternoon at 3pm. Sundays @ the gallery features a guided tour by one of the Gallery's trained guides, a curator's talk, artists' talk, soiree, concert or performance. In most cases there is no need to book. Become a member and keep update with everything new happening at the gallery.
Meet the Artist
As part of the Manly Art Gallery & Museum's public programing there is almost always an artist talk accompanying each new exhibition. These talks are held on a Sunday at 3pm (check below for the current dates). All are welcome, admission is free. It is often a great opportunity to meet the artist/s and to get a unique insight into their work practice. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available free of charge.
Bruce Mackenzie flyer (4.90 MB)
Renowned landscape architect, and Manly resident Bruce Mackenzie has worked extensively on sites around Sydney's waterways - from the harbour to coastal sites. He was involved in the design of the Manly Corso in 1978, one of Sydney's first pedestrian malls. This fascinating discussion is a must for all people interested in the environment and the development of their city. Part of the Manly Art Gallery & Museum's new occassional series of talks 'Local and or General'.
- When: 6-8pm, Thursday 3 May 2012
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: free
- Enquiries/RSVP: 9976 1421
Artist Exchange 11 flyer (2.20 MB)
Come join us on Thursday 17 May 2012 for a unique evening program in which artists are invited to present and discuss their work in the relaxed and friendly environment of the Manly Art Gallery. Gallery members, artists and art enthusiasts are invited to attend and be part of the audience, and engage with artists through your comments, feedback and questions.
- When: 6-8pm, Thursday 17 May 2012
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: $5 (light refreshments served). All members & guests welcome
Artist featured at this years Artist Exchange is:
CAROLE DOUGLAS - Carole Douglas is a textile artist who has become deeply involved in the craft scene in India. She will talk about her installaton exhibition that is currently on display at the Manly Art Gallery & Museum. The exhibition is a visual experience of projected sights and sounds and showcases the unique colour and artistry of the weavers and dyers of the North Western community of Kachchh in India.
HELEN EARL - Helen Earl is an accomplished ceramic artist who creates delicate and beautiful objects combining porcelain with found objects. A recent exhibition of her work was held at the Royal Botanic Gardens where she was an artist in residence.
LINDA ARNOLD - Linda is a local painter who creates highly detailed artworks with intriguing and layered imagery. Linda will talk about her ideas and processes.
CINDY GOODE MILMAN - Cindy Goode Milman's artwork is vibrant and energetic with thick paint applied to the surface of her paintings. Her subject matter is often centred around the ocean and capturing a sense of movement and playfulness. Cindy will talk about her techniques and creative process.
SUNDAYS @ THE GALLERY
CURRENT PUBLIC PROGRAMS - REGENERATION: Contemporary Quilt Textiles
In Conversation
Curator Jennifer Sanders, former Deputy Director of the Powerhouse Museum, in conversation with some of the Regeneration's exhibition artists.
- When: 3pm, Sunday 29 April 2012
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: Free
Quilt Talk
Exhibiting textile artists talk about their quilts and the processes behind them.
- When: 3pm, Sunday 13 May 2012
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: free
Narrative Threads
Celebrated Australian textile artists Liz Williams, Cecillia Heffer and Paula do Prado discuss narrative threads in contemporary textile art.
- When: 3pm, Sunday 20 May 2012
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: Free
Exhibition Tours
Our experienced volunteer guides are on hand to talk about the current exhibition and be available to answer any questions related to show and the Gallery itself.
- When: 3pm, Sundays 27 May and 3 June 2012
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: Free
Kids' Art Adventures
Children aged 5 - 10 years create artworks in response to the current exhibition.
- When: 10.30am - 12noon, Sundays 1, 15 & 29 May 2012
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: $15 per child (bookings and pre-payment essential) 9976 1421
Click here for more information about Kids' Art Adventure Workshops
CURRENT PUBLIC PROGRAMS - CAROLE DOUGLAS: Markers for the Journey
Artists' Floor Talks
Join Carole as she talks about her journey, the lives of wandering communities and of those who have been instrumental in showing her the way.
- When: 3pm, Sunday 6 May 2012
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: Free
Exhibition Tours
Our experienced volunteer guides are on hand to talk about the current exhibition and be available to answer any questions related to show and the Gallery itself.
- When: 3pm, Sundays 27 May and 3 June 2012
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: Free
Kids' Art Adventures
Children aged 5 - 10 years create artworks in response to the current exhibition.
- When: 10.30am - 12noon, Sundays 1, 15 & 29 May 2012
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: $15 per child (bookings and pre-payment essential) 9976 1421
Click here for more information about Kids' Art Adventure Workshops
2012 Guringai Festival: One Voice - Still Talking
26 May – 8 July 2012
The Northern Sydney region is Guringai Country - a land rich with Aboriginal heritage. Since 2001, the Guringai Festival has celebrated that cultural past as well as recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture in Northern Sydney today. The Festival involves 11 councils and many reconciliation and community groups. Events include workshops, art exhibitions, performances, films and talks.
The festival starts on 26 May, the day before Sorry Day, and goes through to the end of NAIDOC week (National Aboriginal Islander Day Observance Committee week) on July 14.
Click here for the full information brochure.
Brochure cover image by Tim Moriaty.
2012 Guringai Festival brochure is available for free at the:
- Manly Art Gallery & Musem
- Manly Library
- Manly Visitors Centre
- Customer Service Counter at Manly Council's Town Hall
Guringai Events in Manly
Exhibition: Danie Mellor
Solo exhibition of new works by celebrated artist Danie Mellor. Addressing Australia's shared Indigenous and European histories, Mellor incorporates colonial voices and references to his own diverse ancestry, creating both a new visual narrative of Australian history and a new language for today.
- Exhibition Dates: 8 June - 15 July 2012
- When: Tues - Sun 10am - 5pm, Thursday 5 July Gallery is open to 8pm
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: Free
- Enquiries: 9976 1421
Exhibition: Jessica Birk
The eight Frameworks spaces are located on the north wall of MAG&M and in Market Place on the wall opposite Manly Library
Works in the Frameworks public space by Northern Beaches Indigenous artist and educator Jessica Birk. Birk paints to explore her mixed heritage and to develop her understanding of the rich and profound meaning of country.
- Exhibition Dates: 8 June - 15 July 2012
- When: open all hours
- Where: Frameworks outdoor frames located on the wall of the Manly Art Gallery & opposite Manly Library, Market Lane
- Cost: Free
- Enquiries: 9976 1421
Talk: Jeff McMullen - Constitutional Change
Come and hear a passionate Dr Jeff McMullen speak on the key subject of this year’s festival: Constitutional Change. McMullen, a well-known journalist, is today a committed campaigner who is touring the country in a bid to recognise the legal right to self-determination for Australia’s first people.
- Talk: Thursday 14 June 2012
- When: 6.15pm for 6.30 - 8pm
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: Free
- Enquiries: 9976 1421
D’harawal - talk on Aboriginal land management with Frances Bodkin
‘D'harawal Natural Resource Management Practices’ by author Frances Bodkin, covers those practices the D’harawal Peoples used to care for this land over millenia of time. These practices were based upon the Mudong Cycle, or the 11-12 year cycle of fire and flood, and lays to rest the belief that Aboriginal people consistently burned the land.
The Manly Environment Centre invites you to join Frances Bodkin, a traditional D’harawal Aboriginal knowledge-holder, teacher and storyteller, at the Manly Art Gallery and Museum followed by afternoon tea.
- Talk: Saturday 30 June 2012
- When: 2 - 4pm
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: Free
- Enquiries: Robynne Millward 9976 2842 or Robynne.millward@manly.nsw.gov.au
www.mec.org.au
Film: Our Generation (plus Q&A with filmmaker Damien Curtis)
Come see this important documentary film by Sinem Saban & Damien Curtis which explores the Yolngu people of Northeast Arnhem Land’s struggle for their land, culture and freedom. "The truth in this film is like a red hot poker driven into the conscience of a nation." (Jeff McMullen)
- Talk: Saturday 14 July 2012
- When: 4.45pm for 5pm - 7.30pm
- Where: Manly Art Gallery & Museum, West Esplanade Manly
- Cost: Free
- Enquiries: 9976 1421