January-June 2013. Welcome to Belconnen Arts Centre

Belconnen Arts Centre

Events At Belconnen Arts Centre

What's On
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    Off the Square - Craft ACT Members Exhibition
    10–26 May » Gallery


    Celebrating the designed capital and recognising Canberra as a city with a unique culture, this exhibition will present works by Craft ACT members.

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    Photograph: Leonie Andrews
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    ObJects Undefined -
    Jemima Parker
    10–26 May » Foyer


    A 2012 EEAS recipient, Jemima Parker’s work blurs the boundaries between body adornment, garment and object.

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    Photograph: Jemima Parker
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    100 Years of Light in the Bush Capital - Rocktavio Garcia
    10–26 May » Arts Lounge


    Utilising black & white large format film, pinhole photographs and wet process printing, Garcia's photography creates a dream-like effect.


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    Image: Rocktavio Garcia
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    drawing in metal - Ralph Tikerpae 10 May–16 June >
    Outdoor Gallery


    Ralph Tikerpae lives in Mallee country in regional NSW, giving him access to sculptural materials and the space to both sculpt and paint his large scupltural works.

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    Photograph: Ralph Tikerpae
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    Wind Air Water –
    Centenary Kite Festival at Lake Ginninderra
    1 jUNE 11:00AM – 3:00PM


    Join us in celebration of World Environment Day 2013 with the making and flying of kites on the sparkling foreshore of Lake Ginninderra in a huge day of activities, music and food.

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    A Critical Diversion
    31 May — 16 June » Gallery



    Works by four central west NSW artists informed by pivotal moments and movements in art history.


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    Photograph: Eryn Mullins
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    Plain site - Steph wilson
    31 May — 16 June » FOYER


    Using the Arts Centre’s Foyer space as inspiration, Steph Wilson's installations comment on the nature of the environment which people interact with on a daily basis.

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    Photograph: Steph Wilson
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    trace/retrace -
    Gabriella Hegyes
    3 May – 26 May at Straithnairn Arts Association


    Gabriella Hegyes uses found objects and natural materials to create works in various media



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    Become a friend of
    Belconnen Arts Centre


    Receive invitations to Friends events, discounted entry to workshops and concerts presented by the Arts Centre and discounts on purchases at the kiosk and merchandise - plus much more.


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    January-June 2013 PROGRAM ONLINE now!

    Our new program is available now, featuring all new classes and workshops, exhibitions, concerts, markets and more. Pick yours up and discover something special at your new home for arts and creativity!

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    Photograph: Elizabeth Kelly
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Belconnen Arts Centre – the newest purpose-built arts facility for the Canberra community.

Come along to the new jewel of Lake Ginninderra! Our gallery regularly showcases the varied talents of local contemporary artists, with a new exhibition to see every three to four weeks. Feeling creative? Why not enrol in one of our fantastic range of creative workshops, or find your inner rhythm in our gorgeous dance studio. There's something for everyone, no matter what takes your fancy. We'd love to meet you, so come on down, enjoy a quiet cup of coffee and take in the panoramic lakeside views from our stunning foyer.

Belconnen Arts Centre is located at 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen and is open between 10:00am-5:00pm Tuesday-Sunday.

The building is situated on the foreshore of Lake Ginninderra in northwest Canberra in the ACT, Australia's National Capital. More about the building...

 

OUR SPACES

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Belconnen Arts Centre opened to the public on 29 August 2009, and offers a
range of creative arts activities in wonderful spaces including:

  • Stunning large Foyer suitable for major events, launches, performances and presentations
  • Dance Studio with full lighting and sound
  • Gallery and Outdoor Gallery
  • Two Creative Workshops and an Outdoor Workshop for visual arts and craft classes and workshops
  • Three small Studios for multi-media or other arts practitioners and groups
  • Community access Meeting Room suitable also for training workshops, classes and presentations
  • An Arts Lounge for volunteers and friends of the centre
  • Coffee kiosk and
  • Outdoor area for celebrations and markets

The 2013 January–June Program is supported by:

Belconnen Arts Centre is an initiative of and is supported by the ACT Government

 

How to get to Belconnen Arts Centre:

  • WHERE ARE WE?
    118 Emu Bank, Belconnen, ACT [Google Maps]
  • OPENING HOURS:
    Tuesday – Sunday 10:00am – 5:00pm
    Except for regular classes and special events
  • BUS:
    ACTION [Timetable Information] - 300 series buses to Belconnen, get off at Belconnen Community Bus Station and walk down to the Centre, or Route 45 directly to the Centre.
  • CAR:
    Enter eastern end Emu Bank from either Aikman Drive or Eastern Valley Way, from the western end off Joynton Smith Drive or directly opposite the end of Benjamin Way
  • PARKING:
    Emu Bank, Westfield Belconnen and behind Nature Conservation House, or at the Centre (2 hours only)

This page last modified: Monday 13 May 2013