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MAriska MA Veepilaikaliyamma was preparing her artworks for her art exhibition tour in France when it was announced that a pandemic starts spreading all over the world. All over India and therefore also in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, where the artist lives, lockdowns, regulations became enforced from March onwards and it was quite obvious that international travel to France would not be easily possibly this year. So, MAriska MA Veepilaikaliyamma was searching for a solution to continue presenting her art exhibitions. She found Kunstmatrix, offering the possibility to open one's own virtual 3D artspace at a reasonale price. @mariskamaveepilaikaliyamma #ecospiritualart #earthnaturegoddessart #paganart #abstractart #abstractgoddessart #kunstmatrix #3dartgallery #3dartexhibition #onlineartexhibition

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More than 30 of the state's finest established and emerging artists will collaborate and present a series of isolation-inspired stories in an exciting new online project from State Theatre Company South Australia and ActNow Theatre. @StateTheatreSA #StateTheatreSA @ActNowTheatre #ActNowTheatre

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The Mission to Seafarers Maritime Art Prize and Exhibition is an international competition that has been hosted at the heritage-listed Mission building in Melbourne's Docklands for eighteen years and is returning once again in 2020. Artists are invited to respond to the theme The Relationship of Humanity to the Sea' to be in the running for a share of the $20,000 prize money in the following categories: Maritime Art Award, Best Traditional, Runner-Up, Emerging Artist and People's Choice Award Categories.

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Peasantography looks at conditions for Chinese families in the countryside.

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Belvoir is thrilled to announce a new grant and residency opportunity for independent artists at Belvoir St Theatre. The company has opened their doors for submissions, calling for expressions of interest for a brand new series of one-off, quick response grants for short-term residencies at Belvoir, supported by the generosity of a private philanthropic foundation.

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Internationally-acclaimed Inventi Ensemble will present a free digital broadcast of Gustav Holst's The Planets “ a monumental classical music work that had its world-premiere at the grand Hawthorn Arts Centre last year. The digital broadcast will be available via the Boroondara Arts website Friday 19 June 6pm “ Sunday 21 June 11:59pm.

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The 13th Open House Melbourne returns in 2020 “ but not as you know it. The 2020 program will not open the physical doors to the city's most significant buildings, but instead it will unlock the incredible enthusiasm, creativity and knowledge of many building hosts, architects and designers who support the program year-on-year. 2020 will be a time for reflection, for contemplation, and for reimagining our city.

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The Art Gallery of New South Wales and media partner the ABC are pleased to announce the second round of Together In Art Kids, which is now inviting entries from children all over the world after the first instalment of the project drew 790 submissions from children around Australia.

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Artmarketspace is excited to announce a single-owner auction of works from the Estate of David Boyd, consigned by members of the Boyd family. 49 artworks never seen before by the public will be auctioned on Sunday June 14th at 5pm (AEST). The public will get the opportunity to view this magnificent collection of artworks on the 12th, 13th and 14th June from 11am to 5pm at 409 Malvern Road, South Yarra, VIC 3141. The grand-daughter of David Boyd, Jesamine Boyd will be present from 3pm to 5pm on the 13th and 14th to answer questions relating to any of the artworks.

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After being closed for the past 12 weeks due to the Covid-19 Crisis, Gallery Elysium is pleased to announce that it has reopened its doors to artist and the general public.

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Of Soul and Joy is a plateform for learning photography initiated by the endowment fund Rubis Mécénat in Tokoza, South Africa. The mentor and project manager of this socio-cultural programme, Jabulani Dhlamini, gave a photographic commission to the young photographers during the quarantine: the sanitary crisis in South Africa as seen from the townships of Johannesburg.

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PLATFORM is an accessible and enchanting experience for people of all ages and abilities who might otherwise find that attending a festival or event is beyond their reach.

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This episode introduces a new virtual online museum, local art schools pivot due to COVID, and a board game called CURATORS is now available.

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Play It Forward, together with Dr Jonathon Welch AM, is thrilled to announce that round one of Permission to Shine is open. This online singing competition with a difference starts with three sections - Music Theatre, Rock and RnB and has prize money totalling AUS$10,500. Entries for round one close on June 30th. We are also excited to announce our first two Judges for Music Theatre are the incomparable TREVOR ASHLEY and BEV KENNEDY! Judges for Rock and RnB will be announced shortly. #SHINEComp20 @PermissionToShineOnline @playitforwardoz

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This summer, the Venet Foundation is pleased to present in Le Muy (South of France) a new installation by the artist Lawrence Weiner.

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Join The Wharf Revue's Jonathan Biggins and Phil Scott as they give a veritable masterclass in cabaret

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Amanda Addams Auctions Pty/Ltd 251 Jasper Road McKinnon 3204 Sunday 7th June 2020 at 12.00 pm Viewing; Saturday 6th June 11 am to 5 pm. (Restricted viewing only 20 people at any one time) Auction will be held online with invaluable, not at the auction rooms. If you are registered with us, you may use your existing number. Includes the important remainder of the Robert Muir Collection- part 2, the Caroline Brunner collection -part 2, estates Brighton and Brighton East, also contents of homes: Caulfield North, Rowville, Bentleigh, and Kew.

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New Media Film Festival, an award-winning and innovative festival, is pleased to announce new dates for the 11th annual event. The goal of the festival is to honor stories worth telling through technology, innovation, storytelling, and media platforms.

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Photographer Lilli Waters will unveil her latest exhibition Anthropocene, The Age of Humans in a virtual exhibition via Curatorial & Co from 9th June.

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The Copyright Agency announced an additional $125,000 under its Emergency Action Funding in addition to the recently announced $375,000 and bringing forward of the allocation of $1.8 million of Cultural Fund funding to the first part of next financial year.

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With the easing of restrictions and galleries welcoming back art enthusiasts, Mitchell Fine Art presents a vibrant exhibition from an artist born in the remote centre of Australia in the late 1920's “ Kudditji Kame Kngwarreye.

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Featuring 45+ Australian Artists artwork on used metcards.

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Riverside Theatres Digital presents YOU'LL NEVER WALK ALONE Directed By Luke Joslin

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The Copyright Agency has approved $375,000 in Emergency Action Funding for 45 applications from a groundswell of 420 applicants, indicative of the overwhelming need for support for the Australian creative sector.

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Acclaimed Melbourne artist Kylie Stillman will debut her solo exhibition at Boroondara's Town Hall Gallery, presenting highlights from her remarkable 20-year practice, alongside new sculptural works.

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In 2020 MGA celebrates its 30th anniversary and the Bowness Photography Prize marks its 15th year. Over the last 15 years, the Bowness Photography Prize has emerged as an important annual survey of contemporary photographic practice in Australia and one of the most prestigious prizes in the country. The MGA Foundation is proud to announce the 2020 Bowness Photography Prize will proceed this year. In 2020 the prize will continue to grow and adapt as it responds to COVID-19 and the significant impact this is having on artists. The MGA Foundation recognises the importance of supporting practicing artists at such a challenging time, and the heightened impact the $30,000 Bowness Photography Prize and $5,000 Smith & Singer People's Choice Award will have on the recipients. #bownessprize @mga_photography #australianhomeofphotography

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PalaisPopulaire presents what is probably the world's most famous artistic duo of our time: Christo and Jeanne-Claude. They succeeded in breaking through the narrow boundaries of the art business and attracting the interest of a broad public in their spectacular large-scale projects. Particularly impressive and unforgettable for many Berliners and visitors to this day is the Wrapped Reichstag. This year marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of the project.

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Play It Forward, created by founding artistic director Dr Jonathon Welch AM, is excited to announce the upcoming launch of Permission to Shine, which will be a true celebration of voice. "We have really embraced the opportunity to take our programs online and present this exciting new style of singing competition! It doesn't matter where you are in the world or what type of music you like to sing, pop or folk, blues, hip hop, music theatre or classical - there will be something for everyone of all ages to get involved in!" said Jonathon.

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Kalamkari, the intricate print that was once naturally dyed and manually handblocked, is witnessing a rapid change in its production, which comes at the cost of the artistes' health.

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THECHO!R, conducted by Dr Jonathon Welch AM, are thrilled to announce the launch of Sharing The Joy, recorded live at THECHO!R's tenth anniversary concert at Collingwood Town Hall, December 2019. Sharing The Joy is a sparkling retrospective of THECHO!R's work crafted by Jonathon, their founding artistic director. It celebrates a decade of extraordinary music making, friendship, community and joy. Jonathon comments There are so many fabulous moments and memories brought to life on this recording. It's an eclectic, exciting mix of pop, rock, gospel, folk and classical pieces."

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