News archive for 2017

Lismore Regional Gallery has opened the doors to its new exhibitions space after a decade of planning and hard work. Located in the old Lismore High School, the significant redevelopment creates a central cultural hub for the city.  We asked curator Fiona Fraser what they have planned for 2018.

We're seeking expressions of interest to host multi-disciplinary artist Charlotte Haywood's exhibition Green Asylum, a large-scale experimental textile and video installation that blurs the boundaries between tapestry weaving and architecture, landscape and language.

Sydney Living Museums Christmas Fare, the much loved foodies artisan market, is returning to Hyde Park Barracks on Thursday 14 December.  We are very excited to be partnering with Sydney Living Museums to present ‘Makers Lane’ a curated selection of stalls featuring ten of the most popular makers we stock in Object Shop.

Robert Pulie is one of ADC's most experienced exhibition installers. Many of you would have met Robert as he has installed Lola Greeno: Cultural Jewels at all 14 venues. We asked Robert a few questions about how he got involved with ADC On Tour.  

The changing nature of design media and the role of writers in promoting ethical design were two reoccurring themes that emerged at the Object Subject conference, ADC Creative Strategy Associate Penny Craswell reflects on the event.

Jo Jarosinska is a UNSW Art & Design student, who is currently in her honours year of a Bachelor of Design degree. She has completed an internship at the Australian Design Centre working on the inaugural Sydney Craft Week.

As part of DESIGN Canberra, the Australian Design Centre’s Object Shop will showcase a collection of pieces by Canberra-based makers Harriet Schwarzrock, Chelsea Lemon, Peter Bollington and Richilde Flavell. 

Twenty-seven leading cultural organisations have formed the Sydney Culture Network, launched last week at the Royal Botanical Gardens.

It’s a wrap. This year, over 90 organisations across Sydney took part in the inaugural Sydney Craft Week. Working in a myriad of mediums across 45 suburbs of Sydney, this year’s festival was an overwhelmingly positive experience, which was embraced wholeheartedly by the craft community and lovers of handmade. 

Australian Design Centre is delighted to announce eight new Australian Design Honourees for their extensive contributions to craft and design in Australia.