Art makers, curators and lovers are being spoilt for choice in the City of Onkaparinga at the moment.

Artists are encouraged to get their applications in for a number of opportunities coming up in the city, while there is also plenty going on for those who appreciate art and performance. Read on for a rundown of what's happening at some of the venues supported by the council.

The Arts Centre, Port Noarlunga

The Arts Centre, (22 Gawler Street, Port Noarlunga) is currently hosting the 'Re-Inked' Exhibition by the Bittondi Printmakers Association Inc. 

You can also see an installation of more than 1000 colourful butterflies created by the ACH Group community, for the 'Kindness Changes Everything' exhibition.

There's also a display of handcrafted woollen knits by local textile creative Janette Jones.

Meanwhile, after some Covid downtime, monthly matinee performances recommenced at the Arts Centre yesterday (Wednesday 12 August). The performances kicked off with Feelin' Groovy: The Songs of Simon & Garfunkel.

The Matinees comprise two shows per day, at 11am and 2pm, with limited seating, due to social distancing requirements.

Find out more about the Arts Centre performances and exhibitions here.

Surf Art curator

The Arts Centre is on the lookout for someone to curate the 2020 Surf Art Exhibition.

Marking the start of summer, the Surf Art Exhibition is one of the pivotal features of the Arts Centre’s calendar.

The exhibition celebrates surfing culture, the region’s history, its stunning coastal environment and lifestyle.

Duties will include promoting the exhibition to artists and visitors, liaising with potential sponsors, booking speakers for the exhibition’s opening and overseeing its installation.

Closing on Friday 21 August, Expressions of Interest should include a current CV and one page statement as to what you would bring to the role. For further information, contact Arts Centre coordinator Tim Rollason via 8326 5577 or [email protected]

Exhibit at the Arts Centre 

The City of Onkaparinga is also currently seeking Expressions of Interest for exhibitions to be presented in the Arts Centre galleries for 2021. Exhibitions must feature new work by artists working in any media. Expressions of Interest are also invited from curators who would like to develop an exhibition featuring new work by artists in any media.

The gallery space is available from February-November, and exhibitions generally run for four weeks. Expressions of interest close Monday 28 September.

Visit: https://www.onkaparingacity.com/Around-me/Arts-and-culture/Artist-opportunities#section-4 or contact Tim Rollason via 8326 5577 or [email protected] for more information.

Sauerbier House

Just up the road at the council’s other dedicated arts site in Port Noarlunga, Sauerbier House, (at 21 Wearing Street), the current exhibition is 'Thingness of stuff' by Arlon Hall. Through his vivid mark making, Arlon unpacks what it is like to return home.

Current artists in residence are Jake Holmes and Mary Pulford. Jake is an Adelaide-based artist working across printmaking, illustration, collage, mural painting and sound works. Mary is also an Adelaide-based visual artist, who is captivated by printmaking, in particular, artist books and book objects. Visitors may walk through the spaces to see the work in progress.

Sauerbier House Artist in Residence program

Contemporary artists working across any discipline are invited to apply for a three-month residency at Sauerbier House in Port Noarlunga.

The artists will be encouraged to create art in response to the site.

Residencies are scheduled to take place between July 2021 and June 2022.

For more information and to apply see www.onkaparingacity.com/arts/artistopportunities

Applications close 28 September 2020.

Shimmer Festival of Photography

The Shimmer Festival of Photography is just around the corner. Running from 11 September to 11 October 2020, the festival will be held across the council area as well as having a large online component. It includes exhibitions, workshops, and talks from noted, upcoming and aspiring photographers. Visit www.onkaparingacity.com/shimmer

To keep abreast of the arts in the City of Onkaparinga area, follow Onkaparinga Arts on Facebook or visit the Arts and Culture page of the council's website.