Opening Saturday 13 June 2026, Jump Left is pleased to present its inaugural Artists in Residence exhibition. Featuring Rosie O'Brien (Arts Project Australia, Melbourne), Simon Petkovich (Melbourne), Patrick Francis (Arts Project Australia, Melbourne) and Christian Den Besten (ArtGusto, Geelong).
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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. Working across painting, drawing, and mixed media, the featured artists present a vast range of interests and subjects.
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 partner Impact Neighbourhoods.
Exhibition Details
Opening
Jump Left, Saturday 13 June 2026, 2-4pm
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
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
