Having launched on Saturday 13 June 2026, Jump Left's inaugural Artists in Residence exhibition features Rosie O'Brien (Arts Project Australia, Melbourne), Christian Den Besten (ArtGusto, Geelong), Simon Petkovich and Patrick Francis (Melbourne).
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Jump Left's first Artists in Residence exhibition brings together four artists whose practices span painting, drawing, and mixed media, each offering a distinct perspective on the world around them. Each artist completed a three-month artist residency at Jump Left in 2025/2026.
Rosie O'Brien renders her deep love of the natural world through the patterning of vibrant flora and fauna; Simon Petkovich brings a three-dimensional quality to his spray-painted canvases, rich in text and texture; Patrick Francis channels the gestural confidence of his artistic heroes and landscapes through bold brushwork and impactful colour; and Christian Den Besten's meticulous drawings map the rhythms of urban design. Together, the presentation of these artists marks Jump Left’s commitment to supporting artists with diverse practices.
This project is supported by Creative Projects funding from Creative Victoria, ArtGusto, and venue partners Donkey Wheel House and Impact Neighbourhoods.
Exhibition Details
Exhibition Runs
13 June – 4 July 2026
Location
Jump Left is located in Donkey Wheel House at 673 Bourke Street, Naarm (Melbourne), near the intersection of Bourke and Spencer Streets, behind Movenpick Hotel, directly opposite Southern Cross Station.
Gallery Hours
Thursday & Friday 11am–4pm, Saturday 11am–3pm, or by appointment
L to R: Christian Den Besten, Rosie O’Brien, Patrick Francis and Simon Petkovich. Image by Astrid Mulder Photography.
Access
Jump Left is located on the ground floor of Donkey Wheel House. The project space is situated towards the rear and can be accessed via the main entrance (with a single shallow step) or through the side entrance, conveniently positioned to the right of the main entrance in Godfrey Street.
Free | Accessible Venue | All welcome
