The inclusion of LRB in my last post solicited some (perhaps legitimate) concern from my nearest and dearest. But hey - it made me smile.
On to other matters. Today I braved the freezing Melbourne wind and headed into the city to check out the No Vacancy Art Market in the QV building. It was a little rough around the edges but I do appreciate collectives that make the effort (and I know that it takes a great deal of effort ) to expose artists' works to a greater audience.
The works were affordable and made it easy support local artists and acquire something above and beyond the generic wares found in most city stores. (I have a new t-shirt thanks to sneak design!) And the guy running the show was friendly, enthusiastic and informative which is always refreshing in any art scene.
My only concern (here it comes - unsolicited criticism!) with the plethora of similar markets across Melbourne of late is that the pieces on show begin to follow trends and become something a little less than original. Girls with big eyes and wispy hair, skulls, guns and kooky stuffed toys seem to be the 'thing' at the moment, as is using a skateboard as a canvas.
On to other matters. Today I braved the freezing Melbourne wind and headed into the city to check out the No Vacancy Art Market in the QV building. It was a little rough around the edges but I do appreciate collectives that make the effort (and I know that it takes a great deal of effort ) to expose artists' works to a greater audience.
The works were affordable and made it easy support local artists and acquire something above and beyond the generic wares found in most city stores. (I have a new t-shirt thanks to sneak design!) And the guy running the show was friendly, enthusiastic and informative which is always refreshing in any art scene.
My only concern (here it comes - unsolicited criticism!) with the plethora of similar markets across Melbourne of late is that the pieces on show begin to follow trends and become something a little less than original. Girls with big eyes and wispy hair, skulls, guns and kooky stuffed toys seem to be the 'thing' at the moment, as is using a skateboard as a canvas.
That said, I enjoyed allowing my eyes a wander. I do feel so lucky to be able to have a visual fix whenever I chose. And I liked the location - inside (away from the wind!) and being smack in the middle of all those fancy designer stores made for a wonderful contrast.
Runs till 17 May.
Runs till 17 May.
3 comments:
There's art and then there's Art.
I wonder Em, does the capital letter make it more legitimate?!
No, just a different approach, less about selling, more about ideas, research and exploration.
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