Coptic Binding with Di Tait.

Looking forward to the next Flying Arts Workshop in Biloela for 2008 -
Early confirmation would be appreciated, due to rising costs- Flying Arts needs confirmation of 8 participants to go ahead.

Coptic binding is an old and well recognised style. A wonderful style that has many different forms of finish.
The main feature of this binding is that the book opens flat so it is easy to use as a journal or drawing/painting surface.
With two days, different forms of Coptic finish will be explored and participants will be shown how wooden covers can be attached.

(Workshop Summary & Requirements Available.)

Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th March, 2008
Time: 9.00 am to 3.00 pm
Venue TBC
PLEASE ARRIVE 15 MINUTES BEFORE WORKSHOP TO SET UP.
Take advantage of the discounts available if payment is paid 3 weeks prior to the workshop.
Discount Prices as of 8th March, 2008- Members $70.00 plus venue costs./Non-members $80.00 plus venue costs.
Payments after 8th March, 2008 - Members $80.00 plus venue costs/Non-Members $90.00 plus venue costs.
All payments by mail or bank transfer.
http://www.flyingarts.org.au/touring-workshops-foundations-list.htm

Jenni Kelly . . .

I've found a gallery featurng some of Jenni Kelly's works. We hope to have Jenni come to Biloela to do a workshop in September.

Her work is AMAZING! I especially love her flower paintings :)

Click on the link below to view her talent.

http://www.whitepatchgallery.com.au/gallery/cat.asp?cat=29&offset=0

Best wishes . . .

I wish you all the best, Shanna, in your art studies at Griffith University!

I hope you'll keep in touch with us here at BAVA, perhaps send us some reports on what you are learning there, on occasion. Some pics would be GREAT!

As I told you before, I'm sooo envious - wish I was going too :)

cheers,
Maria

February exhibition . . .

at the Biloela Library 'Art Space'. Well done everyone :)

February Artist @ Kristine's Coffee Shop

Odette Williams
I was born in Africa, DR of the Congo. I started to draw all the interesting places in my home town and the brousse (bush). But I had to leave everything behind.

I haven't done any drawing or painting until I came here in Biloela where I met a lovely lady "Dorte" who ask me to join the BAVA group. Thanks to her, I started painting late 2006 and really enjoy it. I am not very good yet but I can see improvement already.

I really love acrylics painting. I would love to improve my watercolour and pastel, but one thing at the time.

I prefer painting African view as I miss my country a lot, and the colour can be so vibrant. I also love the ocean, water...
I really hope you will like my paintings at Kristine's in February and I Thank You, Juanita for your support with the local artworks.

Congratulations Odette, you have sold some of your paintings.
You will be so thrilled.
Kym :)

Slideshow . . .

I'm so excited about our growing Slideshow down the bottom of our blog page! It's wonderful to see all the variety of artworks by our talented locals :) Well done BAVA members!!

Love it . . .

Your "Tea cups' painting looks great framed, Kym ! (The Banana Shire Council had it professionally framed & it's on the wall in the Library)

cheers,
Maria :)

Have a great holiday down South KYM!

Love your new kitchen & look forward to seeing your great artworks up there on the walls soon:)

Congratulations on your position on the committee Ms President!

January Artists @ Kristine's Coffee Shop

Shirley Matheson & Granddaughter, Shanna Muston.





Shirley has been painting for a number of years, and her first forays into painting began with the help and encouragement of Sarah Larsen and then as member of a group of like-minded artists who gathered regularly to socialise and discover art. Shirley likes to explore different mediums and styles. These ventures into art have been fostered and supported through the Flying Arts School, various workshops and local artists. Shirley’s love of art has been inspirational to three of her grandchildren, Shanna being one of them. Many of Shirley’s pieces are proudly displayed in the homes of family members.

As well as painting on canvas, Shanna also enjoys experimenting with visual applications using computers. Throughout her high school years, Shanna has developed her artistic flair with support and encouragement from committed teachers. Shanna has applied to study at The Queensland College of Art in Brisbane and looks forward to encountering a variety of new perspectives.

Both Shirley and Shanna thank Juanita for her continued support of local artists.

The 2008 calendar is fully booked with local artists keen to showcase their artwork to community while they have a cuppa.

Happy New Year Everyone

Best Wishes for 2008



Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take,
but by the moments that take our breath away.- Anonymous


Greet this New Year with a passion for living true, reaching goals and keeping promises.
Love life, family & friends and enjoy BAVA in 2008 :)