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ECA Members 2009

Cannery Arts Centre

Esperance Arts Society


Esperance Photographers Club

Esperance Music Festival

Esperance Showbizz

Esperance Theatre Guild

Festival of the Wind

Kumundrum

Recherche Writers

M E M B E R S H I P   I N F O R M A T I O N

Membership of Esperance Community Arts is open to community non-profit arts groups and individuals

2008 Annual Membership Fees:

Groups - $30
Individuals - $10

THE CANNERY ARTS CENTRE

Norseman Road
ESPERANCE
WA 6450

Centre Manager : Shannan Gillespie
Telephone : 90713599
Fax : 90713588
Email :
Business Hours :
Office 10am to 4pm weekdays
Gallery & Shop 1pm - 4pm daily

WORKSHOPS

Pottery

Tuesday Evenings at the Cannery. Book Now. Contact the Cannery for details on 9071 3599.

EXHIBITIONS

Contact the Cannery for details on 9071 3599.

Management Committee 2009
President : Tim Fewings
Vice President : Frank D’Emden
Hon Secretary : Rani Stewart
Hon Treasurer : Robert Maley
Shire Representative : Christine Smith
Committee member : Wendy Stewart
Committee member : Brian Pearce
Committee member : Robert Maley
Committee member : Elaine Morcombe
Committee member : Margot Siemer
Committee member : Alva Courtis
Youth Sub Committee
Abbe Stewart
Rani Stewart
Catering Sub Committee
Annabelle Bushell
Anna Stewart
Wendy Stewart
Funding Sub Committee
Frank D’Emden
Wendy Stewart
Gallery Sub Committee
Helen Cox
Larry Youngson
Dewi Hyde
Rob Maley
The Cannery Arts Centre relies upon support from volunteers for various events. PLEASE would you consider Gallery Sitting for just one Saturday or Sunday afternoon (1pm to 4pm) during the year. Are you able to help? Call the office on 90713599

WHAT IS THE CANNERY ARTS CENTRE?

The Cannery Arts Centre is located on Norseman Road near the Esperance Bay Beach and the historic Tanker Jetty.

The centre is seen as a central focus for community access to the visual arts. Many of its initiatives attempt to create an environment that develops access, information, resources, spaces and facilities.

The Cannery Arts Centre building was originally used as a Fish Cannery in 1949, operating for one year before closure. The building has been used for many purposes including a youth centre, exhibition/dance hall and a car yard. The Cannery Arts Centre was upgraded to its present condition in 1984 and affiliated club rooms built in 1986. Much of the original structure remains and, with improvements to the main building, provides a charming gallery space.

As a community organisation run by a volunteer management committee of the Centre is comprised of its affiliated members, member group representatives and community members. The committee is responsibile for overseeing management of the centre by providing support and direction to the Centre Manager who is employed to coordinate events, workshops and exhibitions.

The Cannery Gallery is the premier exhibition space in Esperance whilst studios and Cannery affiliated group activities attract many users. The Cannery Arts Centre also has an administrative office, self-contained flat, meeting room, art-room, shop and Artist in Residence space.

The Cannery Arts Centre is a vibrant organisation which currently attracts in excess of 20000 visitors/participants to the many and varied cultural activities offered to the community each year.

THE CANNERY ARTS CENTRE

The Centre aims to encourage the use of facilties by the whole community including those who do not traditionally use such art spaces. The Cannery is also committed to :
  • Provision of information and services
  • Promotion and marketing of Esperance artists
  • Community arts projects
  • Workshops, classes and events
  • Ensuring that people disadvantaged economically, physically, stylistically have access to The Cannery Arts Centre facilities with enquiry.
Kids Stuff

CoolArts

The CoolArts Term 3 Ceramics program has nearly finished. Wow what a response! After Term 2 (painting) sold out we scheduled two classes for Term 3 and sold those out as well. 27 children went through the six week introduction to ceramics course and we are thrilled by the response. Many thanks to our two tutors: Fiona Jeffrey and Eunice Brennan, who did a fantastic job of getting the best out of our budding artists. Works completed by the kids in Term 1, 2 and 3 will be displayed in a gala exhibition at the end of the year (see exhibition page for dates)! The CoolArts program has been financially supported by Country Arts WA.

KickArts
Kids arts activities don’t stop just because school does. KickArts is on again this October school holidays. The program will be for two weeks starting on 2 October – 12 October 2007.

RENTAL OF SPACES AT THE CANNERY ARTS CENTRE

If you need a space for a class, reading, workshop, rehearsal or meeting, reasonably priced rental spaces are available at The Cannery Arts Centre. Sessional rates are available from the Office and discounted rates are offered for Cannery members.

GALLERY

The Gallery is the showpiece of The Cannery Arts Centre. It is fully renovated and includes high ceilings and polished timber floor and is well lit. Up to 50 stackable chairs and numerous trestle tables are available. Food and drinks can be served in the space. The Gallery dimensions are 9mm x 18m (162 sq m floor space) ceiling height 3 -5m.

MEETING ROOM

The Meeting Room is situated in the main building and is suitable for small meetings and workshops. There are tables and chairs and direct access to kitchen facilities. A toilet block is nearby. The room is light and airy and can comfortably accommodate 12-15 people.

THE CANNERY ARTS CENTRE FLAT

The flat is fully self contained and well fitted with every amenity. It is available and provides accommodation for individuals/couples who are engaged in arts activities in Esperance, whether touring and/or in Esperance at the Cannery Arts Centre or other venues. Special needs requirements can be negotiated with the Centre Manager

ARTIST STUDIOS

The Cannery Arts Centre does provide some spaces for studios with preference to local artists who must develop some link with the Centre e.g. exhibitions, open days, running classes, etc. Studios are leased on a monthly tenancy.

CANNERY SHOP

The Cannery Arts Centre Art/Craft Shop is located in the Centre complex and offers quality locally made gifts, homewares and souvenirs in pottery, glassware, turned wood, handspun knitted clothing, jewellery, toys, paintings, drawings and postcards.

The Shop is operated by volunteers and principally represents the work of Cannery Arts Centre affiliated group members.

GROUP MEMBERSHIP

The Cannery Arts Centre provides premises to community visual and performing arts groups that are affiliated with Esperance Community Arts Inc and the Cannery Arts Centre.

Cannery affiliated groups have a membership of approximately 120 and include :
Esperance Art Society
Esperance Potters' Club
Esperance Photographers Club
Esperance Printing Guild
Esperance Patchworkers' Club
Esperance Spinners and Weavers
Esperance Embroidery Guild
All of the groups welcome new members and the Cannery welcomes enquiries from new community groups/clubs wishing to utilise the Cannery facilities. Phone the Cannery office on 90713599
Esperance Art Society

Executive Committee:
  • Chairperson:
    Mr. Rigo Tidow
  • Treasurer:
    Sally Proudfoot
  • Secretary:
    Wendy Stewart
  • The Biennial sub committee:
    Sally Proudfoot, Wendy Stewart Audrey Abell, Anne Smith and Alva Courtis
Membership Fees: $15
AGM ~ May

Esperance Music Festival

The Esperance Music Festival is usually held on the last weekend of August every year



ESPERANCE PHOTOGRAPHERS CLUB

Founded 1974 with the object of bringing together photographers for the practise and promotion of photography as an Art Form. The Club has monthly meetings for fellowship and the exhibition of photos. At each monthly meeting photos are displayed to a given topic as well as an open section. Photos are judged, usually by visiting local judges. The Club has developed a Biennial Exhibition and Competition. The next will be held in April 2010. Workshops and excursions are held regularly. The Club actively participates in various community activities such as Blessing of the Fleet, Wildflower Festival and Esperance Show.

The Club meets at the Cannery Arts Centre, Norseman Road, Esperance at 7pm on the Third Monday each Month.

COMMITTEE:
PRESIDENT Julie Wyllie 90761215
SECRETARY Judith Gath 90712732
TREASURER Claudia Cortellino 90720020
VICE PRESIDENT Doug Murray 90711904
General Committee members Jason Coretellino 90720020, Derek Wyllie 90761215,Craig Adams 90717107

Enquiries can be made at Graham Gath Surveys, 98 Dempster Street (Hargate Mall) Esperance 6450.

Esperance Theatre Guild - Bijou Theatre

The Bijou Theatre is located in Esperance and is the oldest theatre in Western Australia. It is currently owned and operated by the Esperance Theatre Guild

PO Box 426
Esperance
Western Australia
6450

2009 Committee
  • President : Chris Greenwood
  • Vice President : Dimity Wehr
  • Secretary : Tracey Schlink
  • Treasurer : Kristy George
  • Maintenance : Bob Stevens and Andrew Bounds
  • Performance : Lyn Penketh
  • Recruitment & Development : Naomi Bailye
  • Publicity & Archivist : Blaise Graham
  • Front Of House : Hannah Siemer
Click here to visit the BIJOU website


Festival of the Wind

Festival of the Wind 2009

Kumundrum - Drumming Group

Contact ECA 90721158 for more details

Recherche Writers

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