Friday 13 January to Wednesday 25 January
Opening 6pm Friday January 13

If anyone is in Singapore or knows someone who is, come and visit us at Stand J2 - F1 Pit Building, No. 1 Republic Boulevard, Singapore 038975

Friday 18th - Sunday 20th November, 2011

Congratulations to Nikky Morgan Smith who won the painting category in the Coraki art prize with her beautiful work the truth of white lies. A big congratulations from all of us at Retrospect Galleries..

See her artist profile and new work here...

If anyone is in Singapore or knows someone who is, come and visit us at Stand J2 - F1 Pit Building, No. 1 Republic Boulevard, Singapore 038975

Friday 18th - Sunday 20th November, 2011

Great to see Retrospect Galleries in an article on G&T online.  For those of you who don't know, G&T is an independently run Australian lifestyle magazine based in Brisbane, showcasing some of Australia’s best and brightest talent.  A great site and full of inspiration! 

A tiny piece from the story below...

...Just like the range of artists and styles, the gallery has a diverse range of work for sale to suit all budgets. The gallery supports emerging artists whose prices are very reasonable, meaning art lovers can purchase highly skilled original work at a great price. Additionally, Retrospect represent nationally recognised artists whose work sells at prices aimed toward the higher end of the contemporary market...

... The galleries don’t like to be fenced in and as a result, showcase a wide variety of works ranging from street/urban art, through to the finest of draughtsmanship and painterly works...

Click on link to view full article - http://giftedandtalented.net.au/2011/09/12/a-new-retrospective/

Let’s simply start by saying two words, Bob Dylan - the revolutionary man that has changed minds & inspired millions. This legendary songwriter and musician arrived on the music scene back in the 1960’s and for almost half a century, has released an album each year shadowing the preoccupations of generations.

See from images of the exhibition here...

Bob Dylan's contributions to the music industry cannot be compressed into a single page much less a short paragraph. His song writing is often held as his highest accomplishment, blending textural visual images, a stream-of-consciousness lyrical attack, and time-honoured folk traditions to create a sound and sense that strike listeners as somehow new and ancient simultaneously. Dylan has shown steadfast devotion to traditions of American song, from folk and country/blues to rock 'n' roll and rockabilly, to Gaelic balladry, even jazz, swing and Broadway.

Retrospect Galleries thought it only fitting that this legend be honoured and celebrated with an exhibition that ponders, reflects and portrays Dylan in all of his glory. In this group show, Dirt Road Blues, artists respond to the legacy of his incredible lyrics and music.The multifarious works range from lyric interpretations right through to portraits of the great man in performance mode.

The Dirt Road Blues exhibition opens as the legend himself flies into town, ready to headline a powerhouse line-up at the 2011 Bluesfest.  This Byron Bay event won a swag of awards in 2010 including 2010 Australian Event of the Year, Best Cultural or Arts Event and the 2010 The International ‘A Greener Festival ‘Award. 

Interestingly, participating artists have commented that they actually enjoy painting or art making to Bob Dylan music! Contributing artists include Lisa Lee, Donna Malone, Craig Martin, Luke Hallam, Simon McLean, Sarah Crawford, Susan Gourley and Shane Martin.

Lisa Lee’s enigmatic and faceless portraits show a bluesy figure masterfully playing his apparatus. The fluid movement and intensity of the works capture the gestures of this musician faultlessly. Lee has also created an arresting image of Dylan, Man in the long black coat, walking soulfully with cigarette in mouth (pondering a lyrical creation?) – while the world rushes by.

Craig Martin’s delightful watercolour work The beautiful blues, shows a solitary figure, seated in a mystical forest, communing with his instrument – formulating notes that morph into flowers that make their way to a higher plane.

It could be said that Luke Hallam’s staring portrait in blue, titled Just Bob, reflects the intense spirituality of the man. Of all matters religious, Dylan once said “This is the flat-out truth: I find the religiosity and philosophy in the music. I don't find it anywhere else.”

The loose, energetic work of Sarah Crawford, The One you Love, features a combination of portrait and lyrical text – translating in image the fact that truly superior music does not date and that Dylan’s work holds a place that spans generations.

In 2008, Bob Dylan’s unique contributions to American arts and letters received acknowledgement in the form of a Pulitzer Prize. His is the first popular musician to receive the honour. The citation from the Pulitzer committee recognized his “profound impact on popular music and American culture, marked by lyrical compositions of extraordinary poetic power.”
Dare I say that this wide-ranging body of works reflects the depth of variation in Dylan’s own musical career?

Decide for yourself! Retrospect Galleries Byron Bay proudly and humbly honour this man with beautiful, humourous, enigmatic and energetic works on show from Thursday April 21 to May 10. Opening night Thursday April 21, 6pm.

Friday 2 December to Wednesday 21 December

Opening 6pm Friday December 2

How great to see so many beautiful works on wood in the one space.  The gallery was transformed into an atrium of surprises.  Many works have sold from the show but there are still some great pieces available via the gallery online.  View the exhibition and works here...

Check out the pics from the opening night.

At the end of each year we look forward to presenting our annual Petits Travaux, ‘smalls’ show, featuring over 300 unique artworks from 34 artists, each measuring 25cm x 25cm.  This is our chance to showcase some of our most popular artists from the year in miniature form and at matching miniature cost, and introduce you to some new faces.  This year people loved Simon McLean’s quirky illustrations and humourous text, which sold out within a few hours.  Other favourites included Craig Martin’s whimsical paintings, Mia Taninaka’s works on wood and Susan Gorley’s retro inspired screenprints.