Nexus - Reflections & Interpretations

Now is the turn for the "Night Ghost Stories" to be showcased. After a quick time on the windows of  my studio for the Manly Arts Festival 2013. It's time to  wrap again this series and send it to the Australian capital for another exhibition.

Tuggeranong Arts Centre Community Cultural Inclusion Program will present the art works of fifteen artists from diverse backgrounds in: "NEXUS - Reflections & Interpretations"  

NEXUS explores issues of identity including the sense of loss, belonging and the acquiescence of local and intercontinental culture. This exhibition is a collection of work by fifteen contemporary artists: Latin American artists who live in Australia and oversee and Aboriginal Artists who live in Canberra. It is intended that the exhibition encourage and facilitate an ongoing discourse between the artists, audi- ences and their international communities.

Within this vibrant and extraordinary exhibition the viewer can discover a wealth of cultural insights through the magnificent works of photography, installation, print, painting and silverwork that comprise this wonderful collection.

The exhibition shows from October 10, 2013 until October 29, 2013 in the new gallery space at the Tuggeranong Arts Centre.

Hope you enjoy it.

Mauricio

Sneak Peek Video from Confluencias Opening Night

The Opening night at Confluencias gave me the amazing opportunity to meet many artists from Australia and Latin America. I also had the chance to talk with consuls representing Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru and Uruguay. However, the highlight for me was to meet and chat with Her Excellency Professor Marie R Bashir, Governor of New South Wales.

Below is a sneak peek video from the Opening Night.

This is a unique opportunity to appreciate the Treasures of the Museum of Freemasonry empowered and juxtaposed by Australian and Latin American art. If you live in Sydney you should not miss it. Remember you only have until the 7th of April... Hope to see you there.

Mauricio

Confluencias: Australian & Latin American Art

Finally the day has come, and the "Camera Obscura Project" I started in August 2012 is gonna see the light as part of  "Confluencias: Australian & Latin American Art". This exhibition is made possible by a partnership with the General Consulates of Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru and Uruguay. And is gonna be hosted by the Museum of Freemasonry (MoF) - 66, Goulburn Street, Level 3, from 18 March to 7 April (Monday to Friday) 9:30 - 17:00. 

Above is the Press Release:

"AUSTRALIAN & LATIN AMERICAN ART IN COVERSATION

In order to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the first Grand Lodge in NSW & ACT, the Museum of Freemasonry (MoF) in Sydney presents the exhibition Confluencias: Australian & Latin American Art, which will showcase works by contemporary Australian and Latin American artist. Their works will mingle and merge with MoF's imposing permanent collection. Objects of art and artefacts within the Museum include portraits, lithographs, panels, silverware, medals, swords, pottery, symbols and logos; traditional paraphernalia of historical significance. Embedded within ancient Masonic ritual and rite the Museum's collection will morph into synthesis with twenty first Century objects of art. 

This innovative way juxtaposing and viewing and reviewing art, will add depth to the context in which the contemporary works can be interpreted, while exploring philosophical ideas, metaphor, and symbolism common to both. Presenting contemporary art in the Museum's collection is a fascinating and a creative curatorial model. One that serves to transport the imagination: The contemporary and fine art works will seem to either merge or stand-alone. This model in the context of the Museum's collection generates new perspectives of thinking and doing. In this sense, art is presented as unpredictable, challenging and effervescent.

Australian and Latin American Art

Latin American art exhibited in Australia generates the opportunity for artistic encounter: A coming together or confluence of artistic ideas. Contemporary Latin American works will be seen and interpreted through a confluence of thoughts, signs and ideas when viewed and presented alongside MOF's collection.

The exhibition will look at the practice of some Australian artists while on residency projects in Latin American countries; and at works by Latin American artists working in Australia. Frequently their approach is universal and contemporary, while remaining Latin American at its core.

Australian artists not linked to Latin America are also presented in the exhibition. Their works afford a different standpoint when considering the issues that haunt mainstream contemporary life. Topics such as identity, migration, the sense of loss and belonging; and the acquiescence of local and intercontinental culture. For many people these issues remain an unrelenting challenge to contemporary life. They represent a contemporary predicament, inherited from the twentieth Century. Art has a powerful role to play in society. The voice of the artist can resonate and inspire. It becomes an astonishing enactment, a demonstration of solidarity."

I hope see you guys there.

Mauricio

Tee's from Gravy Cartel back in Stock!

Good news!.., T-shirts from the Gravy Cartel are back in stock! But hurry up because, the bad news is.., these little babies are selling pretty fast! Last time I checked I only had 23 left. So if you are interested please email me, txt me, tweet me, call me..., whatever suits you best. I suggest you don't wait too long. I still have all sizes for Ladies and Gentlemen available.

secure yours at 0415639223

New art work from Gravy Cartel at the Gallery

I want to start this post apologising because I should have posted this information ages ago. In my defence, I have to blame the easter break and my lovely family from Peru who is visiting me this month :)

After a relaxed lunch a couple of weeks ago in Newtown with The Gravy Cartel, I took some photos of their new design on T shirts (hoodies are coming soon) and also on canvas and prints. They are using the classic and beautiful image of Marilyn as the main core of inspiration, so check their website

And that inspiration also reaches the line of light boxes. You can see all prices of the canvas, artwork, clothes, and the light boxes in the Gravy Cartel online shop here. You can also just come over to the Gallery, 95 Sydney Rd, Manly, to see them by yourself, I would be happy to show you all the products.

As always, If you like the designs, the artwork and want to support local artist, help us to spread the word and share this link :)

One last exhibition before the year ends!

Hi everyone,

This week will be the last exhibition of 2011, and if you are interested in any form of art, you and your mates are more than welcome to drop by on Thursday December 15th for the opening day at 95 Sydney Rd. This is a group exhibition featuring an exiting range of works by emerging and established local artists in which I am participating in. Don't miss it!

Hope the new year will bring happiness, wealth and prosperity to all!

Everything will be kicking off around 5.00pm, see you soon!

Mauricio

Got a dark side?.. please read this

The Gravy Cartel and myself are starting a new project... Basically, for the project’s first stage shoot, we are looking for a girl, experience not essential. If you have a "dark side" and are keen to be involved with something a little edgy and different from the norm this could be for you…The final product won't just be a photo though, this is a chance to be part of something fresh, with multiple creative mediums from photos and canvas work to lightbox display and design. Gravy Cartel and this Gallery are not just a growing brand but a staunch representation of local artists with a desire to showcase and promote a creative difference. If you have checked out our current exhibition with artist Kerry MacArthur then you can imagine what the final product may look like. The plan is to do another exhibition at the end of it of course ;) if anyone is interested in collaborating please text or call me directly: 0415639223, and I will explain the project with more detail.

It's all Gravy.

Mauricio De la Rocha G - Fine Art Gallery & The Gravy Cartel

"Proudly supporting local artist"

Giddy Up!

Thanks for all the support shown last Thursday. The exhibition was a total success! We managed to sell more than half of the artwork, and plus... I met so many amazing people! ;)

For those who missed the opening no worries, the gallery will be open on weekends (or by appointment from Monday toFriday) so you still have time to come and support the local artists! and maybe get yourself a T-shirt why not..

If all the amazing artwork you saw in the gallery wasn't enough for you... check Kerry's website: www.gravycartel.com you will find some cool stuff there!

It's all gravy baby!

Mauricio

Kerry MacArthur's Art Exhibition

Hi everyone,

It's been a little while since the last exhibition here at the gallery, but the wait is over, and the patience is paying off. Featured artist Kerry MacArthur brings a collection of lush textured mixed media canvas, sometimes merging with a street style influence with the use of spray cans. Also showcased are a series of framed prints inspired by a new collection of light-box creation which will feature in the gallery.

So as always, if you are interested in any form of art, come and support the local artists! This is the invitation for you and your mates. You guys are more than welcome to drop by on Thursday August 18th for the opening day at 95 Sydney Rd, Manly. Everything will be kicking off around 5pm; drinks will also be provided for all.

See ya on Thursday!

Mauricio

Good times are coming

Not only is this a revamp of the gallery, a year after the opening, things are starting to get better and better, not just for the gallery but also my photography.I'm soon starting two personal projects, exploring light in different ways and pushing my limits and the knowledge I've accumulated these past years...we'll see how it goes! I'm very pumped for this year's second half , can't wait to show you something new in my blog and on my walls!

A new exhibition is coming soon, no dates yet (don't want to rush things), so stay tuned because I've seen this artist's work and it is sick!

Collage Workshop with Eli Faen

It was a very fun experience to participate in a collage Workshop with my friend Eli, here in the Gallery earlier this month. Sorry it took so long to put these pics up Eli, and to thank you aloud for the creative energy you brought! Hope Uni and teaching is going well mate!

All of the artwork where good, as you can see, however I still think my flower was the best! haha... (mine is the first one on the left) :)

Im very keen to continue doing workshops from different creative area's. Any artist out there, let me know! Or just spread the word if you know an artist who is interested in doing a workshop and need a place to do it... just contact or visit me at the Gallery, 95 Sydney Rd and lets organise one!

Re.View Backstage video!

This show is an artist-run exhibition where the works are presented by those who created them - a great opportunity to meet local artists! (From January 22nd until March 5th at 95 Sydney Rd, Manly)

Re.View - Opening Day: January 22th!!

Re.View brings together an eclectic collection of works by emerging and established local artists.

The question of how we perceive ourselves; Our life, Our death is wrestled into being with oils, photography, watercolour, inks and ash. So different are the approaches of each artist that the works in the exhibition coalesce powerfully on a single trajectory: that of perception.

With works as inspired and diverse as the artists who create them, Re.View explores who we are and where we come from. The very fact that these divergent works stand together draws the viewer to an inexorable conclusion: We are, with all our individuality, still children of this earth: we are born into this world and face the frightening wonder of this life head-on, until the day we die.

This show is an artist-run exhibition where the works are presented by those who created them, a great opportunity to meet local artists!

So like always, you and your mates are more than welcome to drop by on Saturday January 22th for the opening day at 95 Sydney Rd. Everything will be kicking off around 5.00; drinks will also be provided for all.

Artists: Richard Friar, Misha Donohoe, Eli Faen, Sean Thompson

See you on Saturday!

Mauricio

Time to put my stuff back on the walls!

Barra, crocs and camels steaks is over! What a great success it was having others showcasing their creative talent at 95 Sydney Road, and further defining the key objective that I have in mind from the beginning for this gallery: "a place to showcase my photography along with providing a creative space to share with other artist"

But, now its over it is my time to put my stuff back onto the walls. Before I sign off however, I would just like to thanks the people that came in the past two weeks, and for those of you who enjoyed yourself, keep tuned because in January there is much planned for other collaborations to exhibit.

Lastly, in case i don't have time to post anything new before December 31, Merry Christmas to everybody and a Happy New Year!

PS: To any artist out there interested in showing their work please contact me. There is still space for our January exhibition or if not that, than their is always time in the future!

Peace

Five States in Five weeks!!

This is the work of three photographers: Mark Taylor, Damien Mengersen and Sam Crocker who were in a five week road trip through across the centre of Australia. The exhibition opens this Saturday evening at 6pm and continues for two weeks. Don't miss it!! See you guys there!

My last 90 days... in 90 secs!

My last 90 days... in 90 secs!... Damn... looks so easy in the video... why the hell it took me so long???

Mauricio De la Rocha's Fine Art Gallery Opening

Hi everyone,

As you may already know, I'm about to open an Fine Art Gallery in Manly on the 15th of August at 95 Sydney Rd with the intention to showcase my photography, along with providing a creative space to share with other photographers and other artists. The idea was born from my desire to express my creativity through my photographs to a larger scale of people, so this personal project is going to be dedicated to sharing and promoting different types of creativity from myself, and various other artists.

If you are interested in any form of art, you and your mates are more than welcome to drop by on Sunday August 15th for the opening day at 95 Sydney Rd. Everything will be kicking off around 5.00; drinks will also be provided for all.

Espero verlos ahi!

Mauricio