Artist Talk

Saturday 26 July 2025
1:00 pm 2:00 pm

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Join us Saturday 26 July from 1-2pm for an informal artist talk ahead of the CONVERGENCE exhibition launch event.

Exhibition artists will be in conversation with the curator and regional supported studio staff.

This discussion will give audiences special insights into the artworks, artists' processes, and the studios that support them.

Coinciding with Open House Melbourne | Free and open to all | RSVPs essential.

RSVP 'Coming' to the Convergence artist talk via this link

Join us after for the opening celebration for CONVERGENCE: Regional Perspectives, Saturday 26 July, from 2-4pm.

This diverse exhibition brings together distinctive artistic voices from regional supported studios in Victoria and Albury-Wodonga.

CONVERGENCE challenges metropolitan-centric narratives by platforming creators whose geographical distance from cultural centres limits broader arts connections and opportunities. The exhibition features work by seven emerging and mid-career artists whose differing perspectives offer fresh insights into contemporary themes and regional experiences.

Artists featured include Helen Butcher and Jess Madden (ArtGusto), Stella Childs (The Art Factory Albury), Housecat (Find Your Voice Collective), Stephen Hancock and Alex McKenzie (Artmania), and George Macaronis (Studio 92).

For more information about Exhibition click here

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.

This vibrant community hub for change-makers is housed in a stunning heritage building designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. Donkey Wheel House is a dynamic space where innovative ideas emerge, fostering connections that drive positive societal change.

Access

Jump Left is 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.