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POSTPONED - New date & venue to be determined.

Unfortunately due to ongoing issues affecting the gallery, after water damage from recent heavy rains, we have had to postponed the exhibition. 

A Touch of Gold

Celebrating 50 years of the Australian Textile Arts & Surface Design Association (ATASDA)

This tactile exhibition, A Touch of Gold, explores artist's concepts of the theme. Intriguing use of fibre and mixed media define this contemporary display of expressive textile wall hangings, 3D objects and wearable art which all reveal a physical 'touch of gold'. Working with diverse art practices, techniques and materials, sixty ATASDA members have created a rich tapestry of textile artworks employing fibre, weaving, felting, dyeing, printing, traditional and contemporary embroidery, and stitch techniques. Some historic pieces by renowned Australian textile art practitioners are included in this celebratory exhibition.

The exhibition will be launched in Sydney at the Incinerator Art Space, 2 Small Street, Willoughby.

Willoughby City Council is gratefully acknowledged for the provision of Incinerator Art Space.

17 April – 5 May 2024. Wednesdays to Sundays, 10am -4pm. Excludes ANZAC Day

Opening Event: Saturday 20^th April, 4-6pm. Speaker is Barbara Schey

Please register here for the opening event for catering purposes. 

See sneak peeks of the exhibition or follow on NSW facebook page 

Image: Judy Pacholke, Life's Journey (detail), 2024, photo credit D Hodge

POSTPONED - New date & venue to be determined.

Unfortunately due to ongoing issues affecting the gallery, after water damage from recent heavy rains, we have had to postponed the exhibition. 

A Touch of Gold

ARTIST TALKS – Hear from an artist member of ATASDA. Talks of approximately 20 minutes will focus on several works, the artist’s design concepts, materials and techniques. You will have a chance to ask questions. Talks are at 2pm on the following days:

Wed 17^th April             2pm       Kathy Hawkins

Thurs 18^th  April          2pm       Kathy Hawkins

Sat 20^th   April             2pm       Fiona Hammond

Sun 21^st  April             2pm       Kathy Hawkins

Friday 26^th April          2pm       Julie Richardson

Sat 27^th  April              2pm       Julie Richardson

Thur 2^nd  May             2pm       Kay Murray

POSTPONED - New date & venue to be determined.

Unfortunately due to ongoing issues affecting the gallery, after water damage from recent heavy rains, we have had to postponed the exhibition. 

Exhibition Opening Event with speaker, a long term ATASDA member, well known textile artist Barbara Schey.

Image is "Clayton's Handbag" by Barbara Schey, 2006. made from hand woven silk squares constructed on a small hand-held loom and exquisitely embellished with 24 carat gold leaf designs evoking a delicate and sculptural quality to the three-dimensional handmade artwork.

This is one of the historic works being exhibited, along with over 60 new artworks by members, all exemplifying the diversity of skill and artistic talent amongst ATASDA members Australia-wide.

Please Register below to attend the Opening Event, for catering purposes. Thank you.

p.s. There is no registration or entry fee to attend the exhibition, from 17th April to 5th May. We look forward to welcoming you there!

Image: Barbara Schey, Claytons Handbag, 2006, seracin silk and 24ct gold leaf

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Australian Textile Arts & Surface Design Association, the exhibition, A Touch of Gold, explores artist's concepts of the theme. Intriguing use of fibre and mixed media define this contemporary display of expressive textile wall hangings, 3D objects and wearable art which all reveal a physical 'touch of gold'. Working with diverse art practices, techniques and materials, sixty ATASDA members have created a rich tapestry of textile artworks employing fibre, weaving, felting, dyeing, printing, traditional and contemporary embroidery, and stitch techniques. Some historic pieces by renowned Australian textile art practitioners are included in this celebratory exhibition.