| email |
ntharts@.vicnet.net.au |
| url |
www.vicnet.net.au/~ntharts/ |
| post |
c/o
The Public Office
PO Box 14003 MCMC
Melbourne 8001 |
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about north arts |
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north
arts is a relatively new organisation run for and by artists.
It is an artists' initiative which aims to promote quality arts events
and artistic activity across art forms in the North Melbourne area. north
arts provides opportunities for artistic activity in the
area as well as information for artists and links between artists and the
community. Given the great number of practising artists in our community,
it is important that north arts
operate to best meet their needs. A survey of local artists in 1997 indicated
a strong need for resources, networking and opportunities.
north
arts aims to support artists by providing information, providing
networking opportunities and facilitating events. Since the majority of
artists in the area are professional or semi-professional (under-employed
in their art work), north arts
supports them best by developing opportunities and audiences for quality,
contemporary artwork.
It has become clear
that north arts is a
great forum for artistic collaborations. In establishing the organisation,
we have shared and learnt a lot about the needs of artists in a variety
of art forms. We believe that all artists can benefit greatly from collaborations
across art forms. north arts
encourages artistic collaboration and believes in achieving its goals through
collective strength.
north
arts operates with the support of its local council, The
City of Melbourne. We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the
following sponsors: Currency Press, Andrew Harris Optometrist, Errol Street
Books, elb design, Dee Hannan Graphic Design and The City of Melbourne. |
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north
arts events |
| 48
hours |26-28
March 1999 |
Held
in the Supper Room at the North Melbourne Town Hall, 48
hours was an exhibition of the works of 51 artists
co-ordinated by Clare Hart. (see newsletter) |
| kyklos|3-4
September 1999 |
kyklos
is a music and dance performance co-ordinated by Mairead Hannan and directed
by Paul Hampton. Performances in main hall of North Melbourne Town Hall
email for details ntharts@vicnet.net.au
bookings 9328 2909
kyklos
features
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music by Euphonia (violin, cello, lute) with Theodoros Antoniades (lyra)
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dance by APOTHE Pontian Dance Group directed by Sophie Iossifidis and
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contemporary dance by Cazerine Barry |
| life
drawing |classes
from July |
at
Glass Street Gallery email for details ntharts@vicnet.net.au |
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other activities in 1999 |
| gallery
research project |
Research
into the viability of a public exhibiting space in the North Melbourne
area. We will gauge the support and enthusiasm of artists for this idea
and liaise with relevant bodies on the viability of a Gallery for North
Melbourne. |
| newsletter
and website |
Already
the first of the quarterly newsletters has been produced. This website
is being developed to promote events and activities and as an information
resource. |
| forums/planning |
In
addition to artform specific forums and discussions, a large strategic
planning event is scheduled for August, enabling north
arts to accurately gauge artists' needs and
to foster an environment of cooperative support and communication. The
next forum is to be held at the Public Office on 13th October, 1999. Details
to come. |
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future projects work in progress for 1999 |
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north
arts goals (revised April1999) |
| core
activities |
1.
Collect and disseminate information about opportunities, artistic activities
and events, resources and funding.
2.
Create network opportunities for artistic professional development and
exchange.
3.
Initiate, explore and facilitate quality opportunities across artforms
for local professional artists.
4.
Raise awareness and appreciation of the needs of artists in a variety of
artforms
5.
Promote and lobby for the needs of local artists engaged in contemporary
arts practice.
6.
Act as a focal contact point for local artists. |
| management |
7.
Operate as a progressive and sustainable organisation run for and by artists.
8.
Improve facilities and resources available to north
arts and its members.
9.
Achieve recognition as a dynamic and efficient organisation responsive
to changing needs of artists and a changing environment. |
| marketing |
10.
Work towards attracting audiences and markets from culturally diverse backgrounds
for artists' projects and activities. |
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free membership |
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email
or post your name, telephone, email and postal addresses; the artform(s)
you practise and any comments you have. We will add you to our mailing
list and send you a membership form. We will not distribute or advertise
your details as we respect your privacy.
north
artsaims to keep membership free as we believe
that artists are commonly underpaid. Instead, we may ask you to contribute
in other ways such as artwork or voluntary operational work towards the
promotion of
north arts. |
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organisational structure |
| committee |
north
arts is currently being guided by an interim
steering committee. This committee is overseeing operations and events
until a steering committee is elected at the annual general meeting in
August 1999.
The
interim steering committee is:
| Mairead
Hannan |
co-ordinator |
composer/musician |
| Clare
Hart |
secretary |
visual
artist |
| Kevin
Brennan |
treasurer |
theatre/arts
animateur |
| Richard
Manning |
convenor |
visual
artist |
| Rosie
Traynor |
publicity |
actor |
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interim
constitution |
| name |
The
organisation is north arts |
| mission
statement |
north
artsworks to enhance the role of local artists
for collective strength in meeting a balance of needs for the creation
of artistic opportunities in and around North/West Melbourne |
| purpose |
north
arts' program and activities will realise the
following
aims:
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Provide
information to artists
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Provide
opportunities for members to socialise and network
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Work collaboratively
to promote awareness of artists in area
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Work collaboratively
to involve ourselves in local events
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Work towards
linking local artists to Council
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| membership |
Any
practising artist may register as a member of north
arts. |
| governance |
north
arts will meet regularly during the year to
exchange information and approve activities as necessary.
north
arts will hold an annual general meeting of
registered members.
The
annual general meeting will approve a program and elect a Committee of
six to organise north arts'
affairs
between annual meetings.
The
Committee will choose a convenor and a secretary to represent north
arts and organise business between meeetings.
The committee may co-opt members from time to time. |
| funds |
Money
raised through grants or any other means will be administered by the committee
or delegates of the committee and accounted for at Committee and Annual
General meetings. |
| changes |
Changes
to this constitution may be made at annual general meetings by a 2/3rds
majority vote. |
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profiles of members |
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If
you would like to add your profile or a link to this website, please send
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