Article written by Valeria Lasso.
We’re starting the seventh month of 2018 and holy crap, where the heck did time go? I hope you weren’t one of those people that let their year just go by without doing much. But, if you were, don’t you worry about it, you still have six more months to get out there and make the most of it. Plus, you’ve also got me to tell you about the events happening this month.
Might I remind you that these are art-related events. Yup, there’s way more events to choose from, just go on Facebook and have a scroll through the upcoming events.
Before you do that though, have a look at some of the events I think are worth checking out:
7 JULY
Comicstreet
This one is very last minute. But if you feel like doing something this weekend, I definitely recommend checking out Comicstreet. It’s a small comic market event run by artists – for artists. These are all local indie comics and so it’s the perfect opportunity to see what our local artists are coming up with.
Expect to find lots of free comics here and many eager and excited artist that want to show off their work!
Date: 7 July
Location: Queen Street Mall Stage, Brisbane CBD
Time: 11:00AM – 5:00PM
Cost: FREE
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/144667579562315/
12 JULY
Family Paint – Lionheart
This event is perfect for the little ones, ages 6 -11. During this two-hour event, a Cork and Chroma Artist will guide you and your kid to make a masterpiece. Don’t forget to bring your imagination!
Each one of you will get your own 25x30cm canvas and you’ll be provided with all the art materials you might need.
This is a perfect opportunity to bond with your mini-me and have a fun time together. I would recommend booking your seats soon as they run out fast!
Date: Thursday 12 July
Location: Cork & Chroma, Brisbane
Time: 10:00 am
Cost: 35$
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/309563849578399/
12 JULY – 14 JULY
Fresh Blood Festival 2018
This festival is the perfect opportunity to see the future of Brisbane’s creative scene. It provides students with the chance to present their original work and further develop it in consultation with the audience.
There will be no limit to genre, form, style or theme. The participants will present their works, eager to keep developing it during and after the festival.
The best part is that this is a three-day event, which means that you can decide which day is more convenient for you, or you could go all three days if you like it that much!
Date: 12 July – 14 July
Location: Metro Arts, Brisbane
Time: 12 July at 17:00 to 14 July at 21:00
Costs: 1 Day Pass 21$
3 Day Pass 55$
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/136501740553051/
13 JULY
James Turrell Light Up GOMA!
It’s finally happening. The architectural light commission by James Turrell is going to illuminate GOMA’s eastern and southern facades from within.
It’s going to be magical and you can also have a snack while you take in the afterglow!
This is a perfect opportunity to have a romantic moment with your significant other, you can cuddle while you watch the building light up. Just don’t overdo the PDA as some of us will be partner-less that night. (Yup, myself included)
Date: 13 July
Location: GOMA, Brisbane
Time: 6:00PM
Costs: Free
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/378488782636482/
13 JULY
Alcohol Ink Workshop
During this two-hour workshop, you will relax and allow your creativity to flow like the ink you’ll be using. Alcohol inks are very pigmented and they blend and flow together to create beautiful and unpredictable silky effects that you can’t achieve with any other medium.
You will be shown how to use these inks to achieve various effects and how to choose the right colours. But most importantly, you will be able to let loose and immerse yourself in your creative process.
All you have to worry about is bringing your imagination, everything else will be provided to you. By the end of the event, you will have one A3 and three A5 artworks on yupo paper, ready to be framed.
Trust me, you do not want to miss out on this fun experience. I have a feeling it’s going to be fascinating.
Date: 13 July
Location: Feather Road Studios, Brisbane
Time: 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Costs: 95$
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/165914577412152/
14 JULY
Opening Celebration – Sistas
This event presents indigenous women artists (or indigenous artists making art honouring indigenous women’s stories). The theme for the NAIDOC Week exhibition is “Because of her, we can!”
This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about indigenous women and their stories. The exhibition will also showcase works by Marlene Wilson.
Here’s the good news: the exhibition goes on until September! You’ve got plenty of time to go see it, but why wait when you can see it as soon as it opens?
Date: 14 July
Location: Art from The Margins, Brisbane
Time: 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Costs: Free
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/428648520909717/?active_tab=about
15 JULY
MoB Makers: En Plein Air
If you like painting en plein air, this is the perfect activity for you!
You will get the chance to visit several historical sites around Brisbane and discover the complex story of our city’s past.
Acclaimed Brisbane-based watercolour artist, Maria Field, will help guide you through the “where do I start” question and show you how to simplify the scene. You will cover focal points, drawing, tone, light and shadows, counterchange, depth and texture. Pretty cool right?
There are two more sessions that you can attend during August and September where you will get the chance to explore more mediums and styles. Sign up now to get the full experience!
Date: 15 July
Location: Museum of Brisbane
Time: 10:30AM – 12:30PM
Costs: 20$
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/713038328883564/
20 – 22 JULY
Australian Tattoo Expo – Brisbane
If you believe that your body is a blank canvas and tattoos are art that you can put on it, then you will love the Tattoo Expo!
It presents the skills of world-renowned artists in Australia and around the world. You will have the chance to meet amazing artists, learn about the different tattoo genres, trends and techniques. You could make an appointment or even get tattooed on the spot!
Date: 20 – 22 July
Location: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Time: 20 July at 10:00AM – 22 July at 6:00PM
Costs: 29$ (There are more ticket options, so make sure to check out the Facebook page)
Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/162131881121370/
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