Wobble #09

WOBBLE

Design // Art // Architecture // Culture

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issue #9 FREE canberra magazine october - november 2012 wobble is printed locally, on FSC certified recycled paper.

Hello Vitamin D, You might have noticed, we put on a little weight over the winter, a whopping 32 pages of eye candy.

Catch up? We’ve been listening to a lot more jazz, getting up to some urban naughtiness with Scott Franks [I’ll spill all in November], talking unicorns with George Rose…

Best of all, we were there to witness the surprisingly creative PG rated sex scene of Canberra’s first feature film, ‘The Demonstrator’ 1971. A shag pile rug and some artistic editing to the whir of a 16mm projector.

Enjoy our chronicles and I’ll see you again at the end of November.

Big Hugs,

Jennifer Edmunds Director hello@wobble.cc

CONTENTS www.wobble.cc

ANTHEA CLARKE artist feature//SCOTT FRANKS photography feature//ANTHEA CLARKE film//LOCAL FEATS jazz//SOUNDSCAPE capital bar front//ROOKIES festival//OUT of ORDER review//SPRING FLING front gallery// HANNAH QUINLIVAN front gallery// MONICA ENGEL kaori gallery// WALL TO CANVAS event//WET PAINT gallery// UNICORNS ARE RAD introducing// ELK and PEA cover//

Spaces and Supporters Elk and Pea

Art and Design

Contributors

Writers: David James McCarthy Hayden Galbraith Jess Oliver Copy Editors: David James McCarthy Laurence Phillips Suzy Kay

Cover/Feature: Anthea Clarke Contents/Feature: Scott Franks Photography: Alex Moffatt www.brewstersangle.com Adam Da Cruz Art: George Rose Fiona Veikkanen Hannah Quinlivan Monica Engel Anthony Lister

Director Jennifer Edmunds hello@wobble.cc

21 Lonsdale St Braddon //facebook.com/elkandpea/ -Coming Soon-

The Front Wattle Pl, Lyneham //frontgallerycafe.com/

Hippo Garema Pl, City //HippoBar.com.au/

Kaori Gallery City Framing Gallery crn London crt and Hobart pl //canberracityframing.com.au/

Knightsbridge Penthouse Mort Street, Braddon //KnighsbridgePenthouse.com.au/

NewActon Marcus Clarke Street, Acton //NewActon.com.au/ana/ //NewActon.com.au/LocalFeats/

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SCOTT FRANKS Artist in Residence

As part of the first generation of Canberra street artists, Scott Franks’ works adorn the walls of our city. Franks still reflects fondly on the time when aerosol on public walls grew from vandalism into something more beautiful for Canberra.

Franks doesn’t call himself a street artist, but a studio artist that sometimes needs a wall to exorcise his art.

Born in 1970’s London, in 1984, Franks and his family relocated and settled in Parramatta, making the urban sprawl that is Sydney’s west home. It was here he began his formal journey into art. Upon completing a Certificate in Art and an Associate Diploma in Art in Penrith, Franks found himself running various studios in the Blue Mountains, allowing him to work with and exhibit a cacophony of artists. With this wealth of experience behind him, Franks made his way to study a BA in Visual Arts at ANU graduating in 2001, and has cemented himself as a part of our scene ever since.

Franks’ art is an eclectic mixture of parallel styles that cross over and merge from monochromatic figurative drawing and calligraphy to high impact colour in paint. If it is within the means of drawing and painting, it is well within Franks’ parameters, yet his major focus is on abstraction and geometric forms.

When asked what is the most important thing in his art, Franks replied that the most important thing is to be himself:

“I try to avoid being caught up in styles or genres of art that might be ‘fashionable’ so I just do my own thing.”

There is something wonderfully organic in his art. His works capture ideas of abstraction and fine textured forms; it is a wonderful experience of spacial experimentation. Bold pieces of colours intercepted by sharp lines besiege your eyes as you look through his past works.

Combining influences as wide and varied as hiphop culture, the correlation between the industrial and digital revolutions, through to science and the final frontier, it’s no surprise that Franks doesn’t have boundaries in his work. There is even a whisper of a project involving a camera, spray cans and

a trampoline.

In the immediate future however the sultry haven, Hippo Bar, is happy to announce Franks as their newest resident. With a fresh batch of painting being installed by Franks and big plans for works after upcoming renovations (if all goes to plan, a 3m balcony perched perfectly over Garema Place and an all new interior). The bar looks to further seduce you into its hold, with great vibes, a sexy setting and now aggressively attractive art thanks to Franks.

David James McCarthy

Wobble now inhabits Hippo on the third Wednesday of each month while Scott Franks is there everyday.

Scott Franks Exhibion Opening: 8pm September 19 New works on display throughout 2012 sales enquiries: art@wobble.cc www.scottfranks.com

Anthea Clarke feature

At nine years old Anthea Clarke received a photography kit when a mistake was made in a catalogue order. Years later, Clarke graduated from CIT with an Advanced Diploma in Photography armed with formidable technical skills.

A large body of her work births from five months travelling in Cuba and the Americas, including a four week cultural exchange in the Amazon. Clarke’s work from this period is largely documentary, with the compositions showcasing her sensitivity toward people, place, design and architecture.

She smiles shyly when we look over the shot of Norris in Charles Town, Jamaica…

Poetry Alex Anthea Scott MHV

“He picked wild fruit and vegetables from his garden, cooked ackee and cassava fritters, and crayfish soup… such a funny guy”

…it holds nostalgia, adventure, curiosity and subtle wisdom in a single moment.

Anthea’s portraits display a great deal of depth and maturity, the subjects are captured with such honesty it’s hard to look away:

“I want to photograph people how they are, not how I or others perceive them to be.”

Clarke’s foray into film has yielded dreamlike results, conjuring up memories you never knew you had. Ironically, these photographs are inspired by the Instagram trend, which she appreciates for its accessibility

“instead of trying to create this perfect image, I could simply capture what I saw”.

Her drive for a deep understanding of her subject matter, along with a fine balance of experience and education will secure success in her already fruitful practice.

“… I want other people to look at my work and be able to comment on political and social issues”.

Anthea Clarke is currently studying at the ANU School of Art where she aims to hone her practice to a fine art, pushing past the boundaries of photography. In 2013 she will commence a residency at PhotoAccess in Manuka.

Magazine Cover: ‘Norris’ Shot in Charlestown Jamaica Seen here: ‘Bodeguita’ Bodeguita, Cuba, the birthplace of the Mojito in 1942 ‘The Americas’ exhibiton will hang in Knightsbridge Penthouse until November. sales enquiries: art@wobble.cc

Jess Oliver

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White about a rare series screening right now. “We’re preserving the entire series for the National Film and Sound Archive – nothing like this has happened before.”

“The amount of money these guys raised... and lost... was a feat in itself.” Jono’s facial expression mixes hope the credit they might deserve. He’s young in the game compared to the veterans presenting at Local Feats, but already he’s learnt that showbiz ain’t easy.

three screenings. Fortnightly for the next three months This gem of an event is nestled in NewActon’s funky theatrette and offers a rare view of great local feats.

To support the series Jono and his team are chronicling Canberra Short Film Festival and NewActon for delivering the

NewActon.com.au/LocalFeats

left insert: Strange James (2004) right insert: Kendall Lane Theatre, NewActon background: The Dinner Party (2010)

SOUNDSCAPE Wednesday Jazz

In July, Wobble moved into Hippo for an event series specifically about sound. Looking to find an intimate environment for the more experimental and unique, improvisational bands.

Our town is flooded with some of the world’s finest classical and jazz trained musicians thanks to the many happy years of the ANU’s School of Music.

So we celebrate, not the loss of the institution but instead the many generations of artists who are its progeny. Knowing the financial burden that the School placed on its keepers, it seems only right that we utilise the incredible wealth of talent it produced.

The set list so far…

Our series debuted with a wild performance from Ender and the Wolf with a sound that stretched the definition of

jazz for Hippo’s long lived ‘Jazz Night’.

This performance seamlessly blended funk, electronic and free-style rap together with a quirky selection of tracks inspired by Horatio Hornblower and Game of Thrones.

The duo’s name is derived from the cult sci-fi of Orson Scott Card’s ‘Ender’s Game’. For all the humour and stage presence in spades, Henry and Palimah back it all up with a stunningly enjoyable sound.

Goji Berry Jam put out a playful audio-visual experience in August - Michael Lui (violin, vocals), Glen Harvey (guitar) and James Erskin (keys, computer) jammed with School of Music wunderkids Xavier Dunn (bass guitar, double bass, vocals) and Mark Levers (drums). With funk, blues reggae, rock and psychedelic dub, the diversity and professionalism of the act is so sweet an experience.

With artist Scott Franks moved in, the Hippo balcony popping out just in time for the sunshine, an investment in regular video art performance and, most importantly, a consistent stream of distinctly unique jazz acts… the rest of the year will show exactly how much we have to celebrate.

School of Music, you were worth every penny.

Jennifer Edmunds photo credit: Alexander Bell Moffatt Wobble Wednesday Jazz: October 17. KingRuby 8pm November 21. The Bus Vipers 8pm Goji Berry Jam: October 3. 8pm No Tango [International]: November 7. 8pm

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RAISE THE BAR

The men in charge of Kremlin bar, Knightsbridge Penthouse, Soju Girl and Hippo bar got together for a game of paintball. A furious onslaught of paint shot at the highest of velocities ensued leaving one thought in the minds of all involved; unity. Out of the organized violence that is paintball came The Capital Bar Front.

The Capital Bar Front fosters a spirit of friendly skill sharing whilst setting high expectations for

future professionals. Kicking off in August with the Canberra Rookie Star Tender Competition, the competition set “Rookies� from each bar against each other in a round for round battle of the cocktail.

The winner would need to harbour bar-room charm, creativity, a hint of sexuality and lashings of flavour all within the parameters of their 5 minute round.

Round One: The whisk(e)y based winter warmer, Hot Toddy, saw a delicate hand-made tea bag infusion and later, a smoky serving of lightly flamed oak barrel chips.

Founders: Peter Thomson [KP], Nic Clarke & Grant Macara [Soju], Duncan Thunder Stanton-McClure [Kremlin], Adam Nordone [Hippo] Rookies: Julius Yates and Josh Nedeljkovic [KP], Peter Baynham [Soju], Sam Carlini [Kremlin], Eleanor Robson (Hippo)

Round Two: Free-style, The only base requirement for the round being 30ml of Old Krupnik: A Polish spiced, honey liqueur. “Basil” was a real stand out for brave but rewarding flavours from Hippo’s Eleanor Robson. Each competitor explained their choice of ingredients with personal insight.

“I like Christmas, it’s warm… do you like Christmas?”

Is one amongst many spirit filled lines of the goodhumoured winner, Britain born Josh Nedeljkovic, of Knightsbridge Penthouse.

“It’s open to anyone, anybody who wants to come in and learn” Explains Adam Nordone; whilst emphasizing that although Canberra has bred great bartenders, it doesn’t have a national reputation for it. To quote Duncan Thunder Stanton-McClure (the man with the middle name that says it all):

“If you don’t like it, change it”.

Hayden Gailbraith photo credit: Adam Da Cruz

Transforming two lofts during the Art, Not Apart festival, sixteen local artists will contribute to an ephemeral, weekend exhibition. Curator Chloe Mandryk is designing the spaces to explore ‘Model Citizens’ - an essential yet impossible idea she is tracing through contemporary art.

Chloe’s perspective has led her to artists who could be seen as aesthetically experimental model citizens. These successful people have strong and unique ideas on representation.

“Typically a citizen is shaped by larger controls like spaces that teach us ‘how to be’” she says, citing galleries and museums as examples. “At face value the works in this show may look very different, but are united by extraordinary materials, a sense of self, reinvention and they promote diverse ways of being.”

Chloe is pleased to announce that Julia Boyd, Rowena Boyd, Alexander Boynes, Byrd, Tiffany Cole, Nicola Dickson, Daniel Edwards, Shellaine Godbold, Holly Granville-Edge, Gregory Hodge, Helani Laisk, Jemima Parker, Emily Valentine, Adam Veikkanen, Fiona Veikkanen and Jonathan Webster will be exhibiting.

Art, Not Apart is happening on Saturday October 27, 1-7pm. Model Citizens will also continue on Sunday, 10am-4pm. artonshow.org NewActon.com.au/ANA

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Spring Review Knightsbridge Penthouse

When it comes to spring in the capital, it’s not just about that flower festival in Commonwealth Park.

There is also fashion and fresh ingredients to consider.

To welcome the new season, Knightsbridge Penthouse has debuted a new list of spring-themed cocktails – inspired by floral flavours and pretty ladies. The launch saw the venue transformed into a pastel paradise of flowers, doillys, lanterns, and streamers. While the atmosphere was set with live tunes from AMAX and Jacquie Nicole, patrons were treated to sandwiches and cupcakes.

One of the most popular drinks, inspired by the film The Notebook, incorporates the ever-popular Hendrick’s Gin and St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur. As bartender and venue spokesperson Minky Faber explains:

“the blood-warming cocktails of winter are no longer necessary. The body now yearns for light-bodied and sweeter tones that can be consumed under clear, blue skies.”

Spring is bland without the input of fashion, and to entice patrons to discard those heavy overcoats to embrace pinks and pearls, Landspeed Clothing kindly provided a gift voucher for the best-dressed patron on the night. Upon being announced winner,

Ms Alicia Barnes exclaimed:

“finally! I win something more than entrance into a second chance draw!”

The night rolled on to the tunes of resident DJ Jemist, and gorgeous ladies dressed in floral prints continued to stream through the door, regardless of the weather being slightly less than spring-ish.

Knightsbridge Penthouse recently hosted the newly formed Canberra Bar Front (CBF) bartender’s competition, which involves bartenders from Canberra’s best cocktail bars.

The winning cocktail was created by Knightsbridge’s very own Josh Nedeljkovic and can also be found on the new spring cocktail menu.

Never ones to rest, the team at Knightsbridge are already brainstorming recipes for the summer menu -

“we anticipate plenty of rum and stone fruits!”

photo credit: Adam Da Cruz

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Hannah Quinlivan Exhibion Opening: 6pm on Thursday 27 September - Sunday 7 October.

“Drawn In” steel, graphite, Hahnemühle, salt and shadow //frontgallerycafe.com/

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Monica Engel Exhibion Opening: 6pm Thursday 11th October - Saturday 21st October //frontgallerycafe.com/

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Wall to Canvas – Street Art Exhibition Anthony Lister, Luke Cornish (ELK), Kill Pixie and Ghost Patrol.

Exhibition Opening: Saturday 10th November Anthony Lister ‘Like a Bird’, acrylic on canvas 90cm x 90cm //canberracityframing.com.au/

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WET PAINT

entries have now closed

In July we at Knightsbridge Penthouse announced our intention to repaint our front wall (the one with the peephole), and put out a call for designs.

We are tickled pink with the competition that ensued and are flattered by the talented efforts of George Rose [taster seen here], Alex Lewis, Bonnie McArthur, Paul Summerfield, Scott Franks and Sancho. An armoury of designs incorporating metal, glass and vinyl, as well as the old faithful, paint and brush, are all in the running. With so many submissions, there is plenty for us to think about.

Come October, E.L.K. and his Omar will be curtained off, and the big reveal on Tuesday

November 13th will expose the future face of Knighty.

Keep an eye on the Knightsbridge Penthouse Facebook page throughout October to see who’s in the running, who’s taken the prize and to have your say in the popular choice awards.

a sneak peek from George Rose’ Wet Paint submission

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George Rose: ‘Magestic as Buck’, Wet Paint competition submission for Knightsbridge Penthouse

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