In March/April 2025, Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios will celebrate the opening of two vibrant exhibitions: LUCENT: women treading lightly and Bone Drift: Wax, Bone and Thread.
Both exhibitions run from 12 March to 5 April 2025. Entry to each exhibition is free.
LUCENT: women treading lightly
12 March – 5 April 2025
Artists: Chris Byrnes, Helen Dunkerley, Penny Dunstan, Emma Florence-May, Annemarie Murland, Dan Nelson, Mandy Robinson, Niomi Sands, Belinda Street, Linda Swinfield, Lezlie Tilley, Patricia Wilson-Adam
This exhibition aims to spotlight women artists who are not easily heard above the clamour of “immediacy art.”
These women work in the regions, live on the periphery, and have very little profile despite having dedicated their lives with passion and integrity to art. They are women, old and young, mothers, partners, professionals and artists, all caught up with the vicissitudes of busy lives but in no way diminutive intellectually or aspirationally.
This exhibition highlights the art of a group of women who “treads lightly” in that the works exhibit a profound quietness and a sense of contemplation. They also have integrity manifested in attention to technique, the free expression of ideas, and the use of a wide range of materials.
Women artists almost never see themselves as heroic or aggrandised. Instead, they work with their truths embedded in the experiential and/or their hard-fought-for beliefs and understandings. They fly under the radar. Here, the artists are engaging with a range of concerns and are able to tell their unique stories, letting the light shine in.
Mandy Robinson, at the end of the tunnel, pen and ink on paper, 2025
About the Curator
Patricia Wilson-Adams was raised on an isolated sheep property in the New England region. She was educated at the National Art School, Sydney MFA from the College of Fine Art at the University of N.S.W.
She worked at Atelier 17 in Paris and in print workshops worldwide, often as artist-in-residence. She has exhibited prints and sculpture in many major regional galleries, with a major survey exhibition, “Stain Me with the Intensity of Black,” at Newcastle Art Gallery in 2018.
Patricia Wilson-Adams had a long career as an academic at the University of Newcastle, where she taught Printmaking, Drawing, and Sculpture electives and supervised many PhD and MFA candidates.
She works in sculpture, installation, and print media and is an arts writer.
Our Cover photo is: Patricia Wilson-Adams, Pleaching, 2021, image courtesy of the artist.
Bone Drift: Wax, Bone and Thread
This exhibition explores ‘non-normative’ bones and (dis)ability identities over time.
Through a series of workshops, artist, researcher, and creative producer Lizzie Crouch has guided participants to experience the materiality of bone and the processes involved in making bone china clay hands-on.
Through rituals of making, the personal objects created in the workshops reflect participants’ bodies and experiences, representing a collective exploration of what it means to live within an evolving (dis)abled identity – now, in the past or into the future.
Lizzie Crouch is a Creative Producer who specialises in bringing together people with diverse expertise, backgrounds and lived experiences to create innovative, inclusive spaces. She works at the intersection of the arts, science, and technology.
Lizzie’s current research focuses on advancing creative production and socially inclusive processes for art-science programs. She is also exploring the role of creative producing in fostering inclusive experiences as a PhD candidate at UNSW, Sydney. Lizzie has held numerous roles, including Senior Coordinator of Engagement for SensiLab, Monash University, and produced major art-science seasons for the Science Gallery network. Her work has been recognized by the World Health Organization and featured in publications like New Scientist.
Coming Soon….
ArtXtra!
9 –26 April 2025
Artists: Members of the Lane Cove Art Society
ArtXtra! is an exhibition open to all financial members of the Lane Cove Art Society. It provides insight into society’s diversity through painting, Printmaking, and drawing. All works are available for acquisition.
Gallery Lane Cove Opening Hours
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 4.30 pm
Saturday 10 am – 2:30 pm
Sunday CLOSED
Public Holidays CLOSED
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Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Spaces provides pottery, art, and textile classes tailored for children, offering hands-on experiences in each medium. Their curriculum covers fundamental techniques and encourages creativity.
Each term provides a structured progression, ensuring students develop skills while having fun. They also have a very popular school holiday programme
Use the code AUTUMNDISCOUNT25 between 11 Match and 1st April to avail of the $10 off PER workshop!
Further information can be obtained by clicking on the link to our website or contacting the gallery and studios on 9428 4898
Workshops will run from 14 -17 and 22-24 April 2025.
Did you know that if you book a morning and afternoon workshop on the same day, we provide lunchtime care between the classes?
If you need a longer day , you can purchase before and after care (8.30-9.30 am) and (4.30-5.30 pm).
Discover Cove + Co Gift Shop
Cove + Co is a thoughtfully curated gallery shop featuring a bespoke collection of artisan products and art-inspired gifts from Australia and around the world. Located upstairs in the Gallery, Cove + Co is a unique shopping destination for art lovers, supporting our mission of promoting creativity and craftsmanship.
Our range includes a carefully selected variety of high-quality, bespoke items such as:
Kid’s Art and Craft Products
Bespoke Ceramics from both international and local artisans with a unique range from Italy and Spain
Gifts, including Soaps, Candles, and Room Scents
Local Love: Featuring 3 local artists every 3 months, highlighting unique creations from talented individuals in our community.
Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift or indulging yourself, Cove + Co offers something special for everyone. Every purchase directly supports Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios, helping us continue our mission to enrich the creative community.
Visit Cove + Co
Location: Upper Level, Gallery Lane Cove, 164 Longueville Road, Lane Cove, NSW 2066
Opening Hours:
Tuesday to Friday: 10 am–4:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am–2:30 pm
Purchases made online must be collected directly from the gallery.
Come explore Cove + Co and discover the perfect blend of artistry, craftsmanship, and local talent!
Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studio Contacts Details
Address: 164 Longueville Road NSW (opposite the Library)
Phone: 9428 4898
Booking Info School Holidays: Gallery Lane Cove
Website: www.gallerylanecove.com.au
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: @gallerylanecove
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