January 2009 - Exhibitions & Events
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Exhibitions
Studio: Australian painters photographed by R. Ian Lloyd
This inspiring free exhibition celebrates the work of 61 contemporary Australian artists through large-scale colour photographs of the artists in their studios – from city warehouses to outback sheds. The images offer intriguing insights into the creative processes of celebrated artists such as John Olsen, Gloria Petyarre and Gareth Sansom.
Time: Until 29 March 2009, 10am–5pm daily (to 9pm Thursdays)
Venue: Keith Murdoch Gallery
Free
The changing face of Victoria
Revisit Victoria's early years, see Ned Kelly's armour and discover Melbourne stories in this fascinating exhibition.
Time: 10am–5pm daily
Venue: Dome Galleries, Level 5
Free
Mirror of the World: books and ideas
This magnificent exhibition showcases rare, beautiful and historically significant books from the Library's collections.
Time: 10am–5pm daily
Venue: Dome Galleries, Level 4
Free
The Cowen Gallery
View works from the Library's Pictures Collection, ranging from early scenes of Melbourne to contemporary portraits.
Time: Daily during Library hours
Venue: Cowen Gallery
Free
Beyond the Persona: Eminent Women of Victoria
Portraits of 12 significant, contemporary Victorian women, painted by Melbourne artist Caroline Williams.
Time: Until 1 March 2009, daily during Library hours
Venue: Cowen Gallery (Blue Rotunda)
Free
The City: A Memory Album
Works on paper by Melbourne artist Peter Lyssiotis, who uses processes of erasure and layering to create evocative images of cities in ruin.
Time: Until 3 April 2009, daily during Library hours
Venue: Cowen Gallery
Free
Tours & Activities
Studio: Exhibition tour
Join in a guided tour for an overview of the exhibition Studio: Australian painters photographed by R. Ian Lloyd.
Time: Tues 13, 20 & 27 Jan; Thurs 15, 22 & 29 Jan; 1–1.30pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Not required (except for groups: phone 03 8664 7279)
Free
Ned Kelly's laptop (tour)
Visit the exhibition The changing face of Victoria to discover the story of Ned Kelly. See Ned's armour, original photographs and documents, and even the laptop on which Peter Carey wrote The True History of the Kelly Gang.
Time: Wed 14, 21 & 28 Jan; Fri 16, 23 & 30 Jan; 10.30–11.30am
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Not required (except for groups: phone 03 8664 7279)
Free
The Summer Read
Take a break with a great Victorian book this summer! The Summer Read is the State Library of Victoria's holiday reading program for 2008–09. Choose from a selection of 20 great Victorian books (set in Victoria or by Victorian authors), including fiction, true stories, poetry and more. Vote for your favourite by 28 February and be in the running to win fantastic prizes. You can borrow books and join in events at your public library.
Read more about The Summer Read >
Children's Activities
Super-action storytelling!
Join storyteller Bernard Caleo to discover the Library's fantastic art collection, then return for a fun workshop where each child creates a digital picture-book. For ages 5 to 12.
Time: Sun 11 & 18 Jan; storytelling 10.30–11.30am; workshop 12–2pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7555 or email learning@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
All about me: Digital self-portraits
Create your own self-portrait, using computer animation, collage and photos, then take it home on DVD. A one-day school-holiday workshop for ages 7 to 13.
Time: Mon 12–Fri 16 Jan; 10.30am–4pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Phone 03 8664 7555 or email learning@slv.vic.gov.au
Cost: $40
Make your own Ned Kelly helmet
In this hands-on workshop, children can make and decorate a replica of Ned's famous helmet. (Best combined with 'Ned Kelly's laptop' tour.) For ages 5 to 12.
Time: Wed 14, 21 & 28 Jan; Fri 16, 23 & 30 Jan; 11.30am–12noon
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Not required (except for groups: phone 03 8664 7279)
Free
Mirror of the World: Exhibition tour and craft activity
Visit the exhibition Mirror of the World: books and ideas to see amazing books from the Middle Ages to today. Followed by an activity for children – make your own book!
Time: Tues 13 & 20 Jan; Thurs 15 & 22 Jan; 10.30–11.30am
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Not required (except for groups: phone 03 8664 7555)
Free
My secret magic power
If you had a magic power, what would it be? Use cutouts, drawings and animation software to tell your story, and take it home on DVD. A one-day school holiday workshop for ages 7 to 13.
Time: Mon 19–Fri 23 Jan; 10.30am–4pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Phone 03 8664 7555 or email learning@slv.vic.gov.au
Cost: $40
Sparky Stories: Digital workshop for kids
Free Sunday fun for kids aged 5 to 12! Inspired by illustrated books from the Library's collection, each child will create a digital picture-book, complete with illustrations and their own narration. Book soon – places are limited.
Time: Sun 25 Jan, 10am–12noon
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7555 or email learning@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
In the studio, I can see…
Find the hidden teacup and other details in Studio exhibition pictures, then become an artist and draw a portrait of yourself or a friend! (For ages 3 to 12.)
Time: Daily during Library hours
Venue: Play Pod, Experimedia
Bookings: Not required
Free
Play Pod: Fun for kids
The Play Pod is a colourful and kid-friendly space in Experimedia. Get comfy and dip into popular picture-books, view children's digital art, or borrow an activity pack and make your own book or a replica of Ned Kelly's helmet! (Young children should be supervised by an adult.)
Time: Daily during Library hours
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Not required
Free
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