Behind The Lens
Monday 30 May - Friday 24 June 2016
Opening Night Thursday 9 June from 6pm
June 2016
Artists Catalogue
Welcome to THE SPACE gallery THE SPACE gallery is a brand new gallery and concept space in the CBD.
THE SPACE Gallery is amongst the business lounge of UOS, a meeting lounge for creative like-minded professionals.
Our mission is to provide THE SPACE to support creativity and connect artists with art lovers. THE SPACE Gallery is located in the heart of the CBD on level 9, 55 Hunter Street in Ultimate Office Solutions UOS), a contemporary office space.
Our aim is to provide a new and vibrant exhibition location for artists within a high quality space.
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Behind the Lens 30 May - 24 June 2016 FEATURING ARTISTS Gilbert Bel-Bachir Todd Kennedy Steve Kustro Lance Laurence David Magro Sue McArthur
OPENING RECEPTION Thursday 9 June 2016 6 - 8 pm
Untitled, Sydney, 2009 Lambda process on Fujiflex Crystal Archival Prints 59.4 X 42.0 cm unframed / 61.0 X 50.0 cm framed $800 Unframed / $1000 Framed
Untitled, Sydney, 2010 Lambda process on Fujiflex Crystal Archival Prints 59.4 X 42.0 cm unframed / 61.0 X 50.0 cm framed $800 Unframed / $1000 Framed
the artist gilbert bel-bachir Born in Casablanca Morocco in 1959, Gilbert Bel-Bachir is a photographer and curator based in Sydney. He exhibits widely both in Australia and overseas and is part of numerous collections including The Art Gallery of Western Australia, State Library of NSW, the Australian Maritime Museum Sydney, the Michel & Michelle Auer collection Geneva Switzerland, and Sir Elton John Photography Collection. About the artwork: In the series “Looking Through Glass”, Gilbert Bel-Bachir travels on Sydney’s buses and photographs the streets through its windows. These are a selection of images taken over four years. Bel-Bachir uses the graffiti, scratches and marks left by the commuters as his photoshop. The results are sometimes realist accompanied with abstraction.
Limited edition of 20 prints each with 3 artist proofs
Untitled, Sydney, 2010 Lambda process on Fujiflex Crystal Archival Prints 59.4 X 42.0 cm unframed / 61.0 X 50.0 cm framed $800 Unframed / $1000 Framed
Gilbert Bel-Bachir sydney, australia
Untitled, Sydney, 2010 Lambda process on Fujiflex Crystal Archival Prints 59.4 X 42.0 cm unframed / 61.0 X 50.0 cm framed $800 Unframed / $1000 Framed
Untitled, Sydney, 2010 Lambda process on Fujiflex Crystal Archival Prints 59.4 X 42.0 cm unframed / 61.0 X 50.0 cm framed $800 Unframed / $1000 Framed
Untitled, Sydney, 2010 Lambda process on Fujiflex Crystal Archival Prints 59.4 X 42.0 cm unframed / 61.0 X 50.0 cm framed $800 Unframed / $1000 Framed
Untitled, Sydney, 2010 Lambda process on Fujiflex Crystal Archival Prints 59.4 X 42.0 cm unframed / 61.0 X 50.0 cm framed $800 Unframed / $1000 Framed
Untitled, Sydney, 2010 Lambda process on Fujiflex Crystal Archival Prints 59.4 X 42.0 cm unframed / 61.0 X 50.0 cm framed $800 Unframed / $1000 Framed
Untitled, Sydney, 2010 Lambda process on Fujiflex Crystal Archival Prints 59.4 X 42.0 cm unframed / 61.0 X 50.0 cm framed $800 Unframed / $1000 Framed
Untitled, Sydney, 2010 Lambda process on Fujiflex Crystal Archival Prints 59.4 X 42.0 cm unframed / 61.0 X 50.0 cm framed $800 Unframed / $1000 Framed
Untitled, Sydney, 2010 Lambda process on Fujiflex Crystal Archival Prints 59.4 X 42.0 cm unframed / 61.0 X 50.0 cm framed $800 Unframed / $1000 Framed
the artist todd kennedy Todd Kennedy enjoys photography as an expression of art. He aims to generate images that are simultaneously interesting as well as visually appealing. Todd has a private pilot’s license and enjoys mixing flying and photography whenever possible. He is currently working on a number of photo art projects including studio based projects on the human body and landscape projects using drones. Winner first round 2014 SMH “Water” challenge and finalist in 6 more rounds. Semi Finalist 2015 Moran Prize Member of the Guerilla Gallery, installing unauthorized free self produced photoart around Sydney 3rd place DJI Skypixel Global Drone competition Winner Camerahouse Australian Drone competition
Todd Kennedy sydney, australia
All photographs printed on Kodak Endura Premier metallic paper (opposite page) Camel Caravan 100x75cm $1000 (below) Barangaroo Sunrise 100x33cm $500
All photographs printed on Kodak Endura Premier metallic paper (opposite page, top to bottom)
(above)
Bondi North Bondi South The Fog 100x33cm $500
Mahon Ocean Pool McIvers Bath Mona Vale Ocean Pool North Curl Curl Ocean Pool 42x30cm $150.00
Pinnacles 45 Pinnacles 90 42x30cm $150
the artist steve kustro Born in Sydney and based on the Central Coast, Steve Kustro’s passion for creative expression has gravitated towards photography and painting in recent years. Fascinated by natural landscapes, Steve strives to present a unique perspective that shines a new light on the world around us. Inspired by the ever-changing nature of the ocean and it’s near-mythical place at the heart of Australian culture, Steve’s images provide a sense of tranquility and seem to draw the observer towards another world. Rarely planning what subjects to capture in his work, Steve believes in the improvisational nature of life and finds that his subjects usually present themselves to him as moments in time that tell a story. Steve hopes that his work provides a source of joy and inspiration for others.
All photographs printed on Canon Satin Semi Gloss paper. Sold framed 1/400 Size: A3 297mm x 420mm $280 (opposite page, top to bottom) PROUD AS PUNCH, BONDI BEACH, AUSTRALIA MAN DOWN, BONDI BEACH, AUSTRALIA BACK WASH, TERRIGAL BEACH, AUSTRALIA
Steve Kustro sydney, australia
Largely self-taught, Steve is always keen to see where his muse will take him next, experimenting with both subject matter and canvas. “Much like life itself, I believe the artistic process is always a work in progress and I can’t wait to see where it takes me next.”
(following pages) left page SPLASH OF RED, AVOCA BEACH, AUSTRALIA CLOSING IN, AVOCA BEACH, AUSTRALIA PURPLE RUN, AVOCA BEACH, AUSTRALIA right page JUST SMILE, TAMARAMA BEACH, AUSTRALIA DEVILS DAY, BREAKAS BEACH, VANUATU DEEP END, BONDI, AUSTRALIA
the artist lance laurence Photographer Lance Laurence is a California native. Since the first Pentax SLR hit his hands at age 12, he has been mesmerized and enthralled with all things photographic. Beginning in 2012, he has been traveling internationally, capturing images of his journeys, the people, cultures and landscapes he has encountered.
Lance Laurence sydney, australia
His drive arises from being confronted with a stunningly beautiful world; Laurence seeks to share his perceptions of it with others. About the artwork: These images are all long exposures and have captured the movement of the ocean. I like to take the chaotic movement of the ocean and still it through capturing its movement long enough that it appears to soften and become calm. The more the ocean moves while the shutter is open the softer and more still it appears.
(opposite page) Long Exposure #1 (20 sec): Tamarama, Sydney (below) Long Exposure #2 (13 sec): Sisters Beach, Tasmania Long Exposure #3 (30 sec): Santa Teresa, Costa Rica Fuji Lustre Paper 59.4x42cm Unlimited, unframed $250.00
the artist david magro David Magro’s style of photography combines striking landscapes with the beauty of the night sky to create scenes not visible with the naked eye. Using long exposures, he is able the capture light from the Milky Way which is 27,000 years from the past, planets, meteors, nearby galaxies, airglow and the Aurora Australis which was seen north of Sydney.
David Magro sydney, australia
David ventures out into the darkest, most remote locations away from city lights to see uninterrupted skies full of stars. Using his photography, he hopes to influence people into taking the time to experience the night sky as his passion stems from watching meteor showers as a child. This passion has led him to teach photography, selling photographs around the world and being featured by BBC. With each image, he enjoys the experience being underneath the stars and he portrays this through imagery.
(opposite page) Colossal Mounted on a white frame 540x400mm Limited edition 5/10 $450.00 << Guided by the Light Printed on acrylic glass 300x200mm Limited edition 4/10 $250.00
(opposite page) Curiosity Printed on acrylic glass 450x300mm Limited edition 2/10 $350.00
(above and below) Balance Mounted on white frame 450x340mm Limited edition 6/10 $350.00
Motionless Mounted on white frame 450x340mm Limited edition 4/10 $350.00
Terrigal Aurora Printed on acrylic glass 300x200mm Limited edition 3/10 $250.00
Seclusion Mounted on white frame 540x400mm Limited edition 3/10 $450.00
the artist sue mcarthur A photographer based in Sydney, Sue McArthurâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s formative years were spent in early 1950s Sydney and is a grandmother of 6. She was a former student of Fine Arts and photography with a desire to express herself visually. She tries to capture images in a painterly fashion and soft colour palette, endeavouring to produce a calming effect. The photos are resonant with the painters, Claude Monet, Roy de Maistre, Vincent van Gogh and more lately Mark Rothko all of who have held an influence on Sueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life.
Photograph mounted on acid free board with a white border. Board size: 61.0 x 43.5 cm Photo size: 52.0 x 33.0 cm - Limited edition 1/10 $150 (top to bottom) Cloudy Seas, Green Fields, Purple Skies (below) Turquoise Waters
Sue McArthur sydney, australia
Working in her Sydney studio constantly creating new art & objects brings Sue great pleasure.
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